2009 Subaru Tribeca 7-Passenger

The 2009 Subaru Tribeca 7-Passenger trim adds a third row of seating, which expands passenger capacity to seven, but significantly cuts down on rear leg- and cargo room. As a result, only children will feel comfortable in the rear seat. Plus, with the second- and third-row seats in place, cargo capacity dips to a mere 8.3 cubic feet (down from 37.6 cubic feet in the base trim with two rows of seating). The third-row seat folds flat and splits 50/50.

Standard features for the Tribeca 7-Passenger include an eight-way power-adjustable driver's seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, automatic climate control, remote keyless entry, cruise control, a rear power outlet, and a six-speaker AM/FM audio system with a CD player and MP3 connectivity. Standard exterior features include front foglights and heated exterior mirrors. Power comes in the form of a 3.5-liter, 256-hp horizontally opposed boxer engine, which links to a five-speed automatic with a manual-shift feature. Antilock brakes, traction control, stability control, and a full-time symmetrical all-wheel-drive system all come standard. The Tribeca 7-Passenger rides on 18-inch alloy wheels with Goodyear tires.

By R. Feeman