The Tribeca earned top ratings in all three of the Institute's crash tests -
offset frontal as well as side and rear impact - plus it offers electronic
stability control.
Powertrains and Performance
The 2011 Subaru Tribeca is powered by a 3.6-liter, horizontally opposed
six-cylinder engine that produces 256 horsepower and 247 pound-feet of torque. A
five-speed automatic with a manual shift mode is the only transmission offered.
Every Tribeca features an all-wheel-drive system that sends 55 percent of the
power to the rear wheels in normal driving.
Subaru Tribeca accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 8.3
seconds.
Safety
Standard safety features for the 2011 Subaru Tribeca include antilock brakes
(with brake assist), traction control, stability control with a rollover sensor,
front-seat side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags and active front head
restraints.
Subaru Tribeca required 121 feet to come
to a stop from 60 mph, which is slightly shorter than its competitors.
Interior Design and Special Features
The Subaru Tribeca's interior offers a taste of excitement, as the sweeping
wraparound dash features complex organic shapes that blend smoothly into the
center console