2009 Subaru Tribeca 5-Passenger

The base 2009 Subaru Tribeca trim comes with two rows of seating, with room for five passengers. The reclining second row slides 8 inches forward and back to accommodate more cargo or offer more legroom, and split-folds flat 40/20/40 for convenience and flexibility. Cloth seats are standard, and Subaru doesn't offer leather seating as an option on the base trim. However, a leather-wrapped steering wheel comes standard, as does such equipment as remote keyless entry, cruise control, automatic climate control, power windows and door locks, and a six-speaker AM/FM audio system with a CD player and MP3 connectivity. Outside, heated exterior mirrors and front foglights are included in the standard equipment package.

A 3.5-liter, double-overhead-cam six-cylinder, horizontally opposed boxer engine powers the Tribeca 5-Passenger. The engine generates 256 hp and 247 lb-ft of torque, and links to a five-speed automatic with sport shift, which enables manual shifting. Subaru includes its full-time symmetrical all-wheel-drive system as a standard feature, ensuring superb road grip and stability. Other standard features include independent front and rear suspension, variable assisted steering, 18-inch alloy wheels with Goodyear tires, four-wheel antilock brakes with brake assist, and standard traction and stability control.

By R. Feeman