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Overview

The 2011 Subaru Tribeca is a seven-passenger midsize crossover SUV that is offered in three different trim levels, Premium, Limited and Touring.

The Premium trim comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, tri-zone automatic climate control, a tilt steering wheel, heated power front seats, full power accessories, cruise control, a six-speaker CD/MP3 sound system with an auxiliary input jack, a 7-inch display screen and keyless entry.

Stepping up to the Limited adds leather upholstery, heated front seats, driver-seat memory, Bluetooth, a powerful 10-speaker Harman Kardon sound system with a six-CD changer and satellite radio and additional interior ambient lighting for the console. The Touring will get you exclusive 18-inch wheels,  xenon headlamps, silver roof rails, a sunroof and a back-up camera with a display in the auto-dimming rearview mirror.

The Touring's roof rails, back-up camera and sunroof are available on the Limited as the Moonroof package. Optional on both Limited (Moonroof package required) and Touring is a Navigation package that includes a navigation system, a back-up camera (with the camera display on the navigation screen) and an auto-dimming rearview mirror. These models can be upgraded to a rear-seat DVD entertainment system.

Safety

2010 IIHS Top Safety Pick. 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.

Powertrain

The 2011 Subaru Tribeca is powered by a 3.6-liter, horizontally opposed six-cylinder engine producing 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 devotes 55 percent of the power to the rear wheels in normal driving.

The Subaru Tribeca's interior offers lots of excitement, as the sweeping wraparound dash features complex organic shapes that blend seamlessly into the center console. Most materials are either soft to the touch or well textured, and various panels are tightly fitted, providing a unique feel.The second-row seats offer nearly 8 inches of adjustable travel.

Around town, the Tribeca is easily maneuvered into small parking spots thanks to feather-weight steering effort. Bumps and ruts in the road are easily absorbed, maintaining composure and delivering a calm and smooth ride quality. Once again, the 2011 Subaru Tribeca proves itself to be an able-bodied ride.

Content from Edmunds.com and Subaru.com