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Used 2009 Subaru Tribeca Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Excellent Vehicle

lamda, 04/25/2009
2009 Subaru Tribeca Special Edition 5-Pass 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My wife and I originally searched for a new Jeep to replace the lease we had. We did our research and looked at the Tribeca and loved the interior among many other things. We ended up buying the 5 passenger SE. It definitely has more interior room than our 06 Jeep Commander. You can't find a comparable vehicle for the price, quality and reliability. The vehicle has great pick-up and drives very smooth. Save your time and go look at the Tribeca. You won't be disappointed.

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3.63 out of 5 stars

Somewhat Disapointed in Tribeca

jpdinnj, 08/10/2008
2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited 5-Pass 4dr SUV AWD w/Nav (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

Current mileage 2000. Transmission clunks hard into first gear downshifting to a stop; A/C is not cold enough for a cabin of this size - dealer said it was overcharged; suspension clunking sound made from the front wheels when hitting slightest of bumps – reminds me of bad ball joints in an old car; acceleration at cruising speed not smooth, instead feels out of balance; gas cap rests on exterior paint during refuel, need telescoping steering wheel; back seats wobble and make noise as does the rear seat belt from the ceiling; exhaust makes tinny vibration sound when accelerating hard. Expected more from this vehicle.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Exceeded my Importation

RoadStar, 11/02/2007
2008 Subaru Tribeca 7-Pass 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful

My first import, wanted something that was not mainstream and found it! A real looker, have many positive compliments on it and especially since Subaru is has a history of not being attractive/sexy cars. Rides like a heavy SUV but with a soft suspension. Pulls my 18' I/O runabout boat with surprising ease. Corners very well and has solid brakes. So far able to pull out 260ish miles on a tank of 87 octane. And that is with the help of my "lead" foot. Base stereo should offer at least 6 disk in dash for this class of car.

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5 out of 5 stars

Taxes

Richard S, 08/04/2018
2008 Subaru Tribeca 5-Pass 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful

Unfortunately the city where I live believes that this vehicle is worth two times when Edmonds blue mark believes it’s worth. So they text me on that. I tried to explain that car has over 200,000 miles still runs great. But there’s nothing I can do

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4.13 out of 5 stars

Good Choice

Angela, 12/01/2010
2008 Subaru Tribeca Limited 5-Pass 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
3 of 10 people found this review helpful

When the lease was up on our bmx x5, we chose the tribeca. The monthly bill was way less, a little over half of what we were paying for the BMW. All in all, we've been happy with this car. The small gas tank is a bit of a drag. The gas mileage isn't great. But from what I hear, it isn't terribly out of range for a comparable car. Would love a split rear hatch. The door is heavy and hard to pull down with one hand. I've gotten stronger, though. There's a bit of a leap when you first touch the gas pedal. Our lease is up in March, and I think we'll buy this car.

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