Overview & Reviews
After last year's revamp, the Subaru Tribeca heads into 2009 with just one significant change, the addition of a value-themed Special Edition model. Filling the gap between the base and Limited trims, the SE provides luxuries such as leather seating, heated seats and rear air-conditioning.
- Serene ride quality, smaller size means added maneuverability, handsome interior design, top safety scores.
- Cramped second- and third-row seats, limited cargo capacity, uncomfortable seating position for taller drivers, modest handling limits, more spacious rivals available for less money.
User Reviews:
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Very nice SUV - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By bob jones - September 19 - 8:36 pmAfter driving several SUVs, my wife and I narrowed it down to the MDX, Lexus 350, and the Tribeca. We chose the Tribeca Limited. The Tribeca was a good combination of sport and comfort with a reasonable price tag.
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Excellent Vehicle - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By lamda - March 14 - 11:46 pmMy wife and I originally searched for a new Jeep to replace the lease we had. We did our research and looked at the Tribeca and loved the interior among many other things. We ended up buying the 5 passenger SE. It definitely has more interior room than our 06 Jeep Commander. You cant find a comparable vehicle for the price, quality and reliability. The vehicle has great pick-up and drives very smooth. Save your time and go look at the Tribeca. You wont be disappointed.
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Quality vehicle - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By drake - December 2 - 7:03 amOverall excellent fit and finish. Very good comfort and performance. Has nice pickup, great turning radius, very good visibility. First Subaru, previous Toyota owner. Very pleased with the quality, reliability, performance and appearance.
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Not happy! - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By kari - August 2 - 2:36 pmI have owned four Subaru Outbacks prior to this 2009 Subaru Tribeca and thanks to this nightmare I will never buy another one! We purchased the car brand new. I wanted another Subaru for sure but thought I would try another model. My station wagons NEVER broke down and drove problem free for years. This car had been in the shop due to " check engine" light on within the first eight months. Only to be told its a faulty sensor and is fine. Yesterday my car lost power at 55 miles per hour- NO STEERING, NO GAS, check engine light back on and all I could was coast off the road. The car had to be towed. Service found the computer needed to be " updated" and now my car should be fine? NIGHTMARE.
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Fun-to-drive, Safe, Great looks - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By Ravi - April 3 - 9:36 pmAfter owning 3 Subarus since 1988, I bought Subarus premium model-Tribeca Limited-7 Seats. Subarus improvement over the years shows in Tribeca-A gorgeous interior design/luxurious feel; sleek exterior lines; ample ground clearance/best AWD in the business; 5-star crash ratings. Pure joy to be in the drivers seat & has a solid feel on the road. We have driven our Tribeca on 1000 mile road trips of open freeways over weekends; winding steep roads and of course the in-town daily commutes/family and grocery hauling - Tribeca does it all with grace - a solid performer when it comes to merging on highways; changing lanes and passing traffic.
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A great pleasure - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By Chr3s - March 2 - 11:50 pmWe searched for a new Jeep to replace the lease we had and because of the economy we found it was not affordable. I did my research and looked at the Tribeca and fell in love with the interior. We purchased the 5 passenger SE. Sorry but it truly has more space than our old Jeep. The crossover look had some time getting used to but it is one sweet car. This one has great pick-up and very quiet. It looks like a car from the future with its dash and design. I just leased a Honda for myself before I found this one....but I know now what my next car will be if they dont try to improve it!
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My 2nd Tribeca - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By Bob - November 10 - 6:36 pmAfter 90k on my 06, I just bought an 09. (The 06 is still in the family, and my previous Legacies have made it to the high 200ks with one at 330k - without major repair.) I felt the ride on the 06 was hard & sharp, but the 09 has smoothed that. I feel it is still firm - not soft like the review stated. The drivers seat position has always given me more room than I need (61). Although I like the outside "look", Im one of the few who felt the 06 was original and creative (Alfa-Romeo comes to mind). Now it looks like a Chrysler. As for interior space, if you need more room, buy a "box."
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Disappointed - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By ib76 - September 19 - 11:53 amI was very excited about my new car, but only for 2 weeks. I purchased used car with 12,000 miles. Then problems started- rattles and transmission. My new car didnt accelerate well, made strange noises, took it to the dealer, reflushed transmission and after 3 weeks the same problem came back. Extremely disappointed. Suppose to be fun car to drive but turned out to be a complete disaster. After 3 months I traded in my Tribeca, of course lost a lot of money : (.
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09 Tribeca - Solid, fun car - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By Abbey - March 15 - 9:20 amOverall the car is well designed - interior and exterior. It is a good replacement for my big SUV but will still be able to get around in the snow and ice very well. Love it so far !!!
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Not a MiniVan - 2009 Subaru Tribeca
By steveni1234 - November 21 - 12:33 pmAfter test driving CUVs from Audi, BMW, Mercedes, Toyota and Ford, the Subaru was a very pleasant surprise. The engine is very drivable around town and the ride experience is as luxurious as the premium brands. The Tribeca feels more like a car as opposed to the minivan roots of the Toyota Venza and the Ford Edge. Interior room for five is exceptional and rear storage area is huge. Build quality approaches the luxury brands. If you are in the market for a vehicle in this class, test drive them carefully. My experience did not match up with the reviews on this site. It was almost as if the experts were driving different cars!!!
