Subaru Tribeca

Introduction

Subaru's first mid size sport utility Tribeca, introduced in 2005 and it is built on Subaru Legacy platform. The car offered five and seven seat configuration and was intended to be the viable alternative to established Japanese crossover competitors. The car stands bigger and taller than other utility vehicles in its company. The car could not the make much push to its reputation and remained the alternative while the mediocre acceleration also stated to be the drawback. However for Subaru fans, the company refaced the car and introduced the changed persona amalgamated with efficiency. The new Tribeca is everything that the predecessor lacked and with time is garnering a massive response worldwide.

Engine, Mileage and Variants

Subaru offers the blend of ample control and power which is catered with the combination of Subaru's symmetrical all wheel drive. The efficient energy emanates from the powerful 3.6-litre 6 cylinder DOHC engine and flows to all wheel. The engine is capable to generate the the power output of 256 hp along with peak torque of 350 Nm at 4000 rpm. The engine achieves the better efficiency, performance and emission with the managed intake and exhaust valve timing while the advanced cooling system also optimize the fuel efficiency and make smooth power. The car easily puts the fuel economy of 11.7 L/100 km. Mated with 5 speed automatic transmission the excitement and pleasure of driving is heightened. Here the capably achieves the top speed of 210 kmph while crosses the speedmark of 100 kmph within 8.9 secs.

Exteriors

Tribeca is built with the day to day concerns, and the car is intended to complement your life. The sophisticated and dynamic designs stands out with powerful and polished styles. The car's persona looks harmonizing with its exciting handling where the athletic lines, raised suspension and masculine wheel arches accentuates the energetic performance. The crisp and elegant exterior makes the strong road presence which starts with blade shaped chrome grille with HID headlamps while front bumper beautifully houses the fog lamps. The raised profile addresses the roof rails which enhances the practicality along with the stylings while the roof line rear spoiler adds the sport utility. On sides door mirrors are integrated with the LED turn signals while privacy tinted glasses and windshield wiper De-icer comes additionally. The overall silhouette is measured as 4865 x 1880 x 1720 mm (L x W x H) which synchronizes with 18 inch aluminium alloy wheels.

Interiors :

As you climb inside 64 seat configuration and luxury comfort regardless of where you sit, waits for you. Whether you are heading out of the city or travelling in city traffic, the high level of comfort is ensured with the 8 way power adjustable seating for driver and 4 way power adjustable seat for passenger. The bucket seats is equipped with memory functioning while the spacious and elegant interior houses rich texture, soothing illumination. The premium audio system at your fingertips and steering wheel mounted controls allows you to fine tune the system which is integrated with 385 watt 10 speaker system without taking your eyes off the road. The 7 inch VGA touchscreen offers the Monitor and GPS navigation system which provides step by step clear instructions to help guide to destinations. The mid size SUV offers the massive cargo space which amounts to 2106 litre with 2nd and 3rd row folded down.

Safety, Brakes and Miscellaneous

The cabin is surrounded with engineering innovations where firstly the ring-shaped reinforcement frames helps to maintain the cabin integrity during crash. The enough control over the vehicle is rendered with the all wheel drive while the adaptive headlamps and fog lamps makes the better illumination which averts the risk. Further Tribeca features the standard curtain airbags and rollover sensor to provide better protection. All features like ABS, EBD, BA, ESP and many more are available as standard.

Verdict

The car possess improved exterior and and large dimensions while the fitted engine is also intended to perform well. The refined interior with is available with increased space whereas less prompt and less responsive engine disappoints the customer.