 We have had our Tribute for a little over 2 years and it has 50,000 miles on it.  It had not given us one bit of trouble.  The major thing that has disappointed me is the lack of power, but that is what you get with a 4 cyl.  It gets fairly good gas mileage.  We went on a trip a couple weeks back at it averaged 27 MPG.  Its roomy enough in the cabin and I'm 6'4" and feel comfortable in it.  Do wish there was a little more backseat space.  A/C blows cold and the radio is easy to use and stylish.  If it runs anything like the old Mazda B2300 I had we will keep it for a long time.  I would recommend one.