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Used 2012 Subaru Tribeca Consumer Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars

Nice Upgrade

lovecars07, 04/14/2011
2010 Subaru Tribeca 3.6R Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful

Traded in my 2009 Forester XT and don't regret it at all. The tribeca is overall a much nice SUV. The only thing I miss is teh Turbo in the XT but everything else has been great!

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4.38 out of 5 stars

nice package

lovecars07, 12/28/2011
2010 Subaru Tribeca 3.6R Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
1 of 7 people found this review helpful

traded my 2009 Forester XT for a the 2010 Tribeca touring and it was a good decision. Needed a larger car with 2 kids. 3rd row is great for 2 extra passengers.

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Like no Other

Mike, 11/05/2010
2010 Subaru Tribeca 3.6R Premium 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

After 8000 km this car is definitely fun at the wheel. With the one of a kind symmetrical AWD this car is firmly planted on the road and while driving I always feel in full control of the vehicle. With a low center of gravity due to the lower placement of the Boxer engine this car does not sway while turning. With two small children safety is a top priority and with the 5 star crash test and safety ratings we could not ask for more. The stylish interior is a sight to behold and with smooth lines it is also very easy to wipe clean. Visibility is great front and back and the over-sized side mirrors are a bonus. Seats are comfortable and firm and on long rides the body stays rested. Great car

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4.75 out of 5 stars

2010 Tribeca Ltd - 2,000 mile review

Roman, 11/13/2010
2010 Subaru Tribeca 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

After 2000 miles still love the handling and safe feel of the Tribeca. The leather seats are comfortable, and the power moonroof is nice too. The home-link on the sun visor eliminates all the remote control clutter. Have not setup the Blue-tooth as yet. Getting better mileage then advertised, around 18.5 mpg city, don't know about highway. Would like to see more storage compartments up front - glove box just big enough to hold manual nothing else. I have not tried the transmission in Sport mode - regular mode seems plenty perky and alive.

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4 out of 5 stars

Great Car

Big Mike, 02/19/2024
2011 Subaru Tribeca 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful

We love the car but parts are no longer available, they don’t make them. Needs an oil leak repair. Owned the car since 2011.

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5 out of 5 stars

Tribeca

kristyn Mason, 06/13/2019
2010 Subaru Tribeca 3.6R Limited 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful

Great car

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4.63 out of 5 stars

Gotta love a Subaru

GoGators, 10/16/2010
2010 Subaru Tribeca 3.6R Touring 4dr SUV AWD (3.6L 6cyl 5A)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful

This is my fourth Subaru so I'm sold on the versatility, reliability, and safety. This Tribeca is great on performance, appearance, and comfort. It ranks number 1 in safety for its class but lacks in the fuel economy. That is probably because this vehicle is heavy and uses the all-wheel drive all the time. The third row seat is nice for children 8 and under but not realistic for adults. However with the third row seat down there is plenty of storage room. My biggest complaints are not having the electronic fold-in mirrors for tight spaces like the garage and better fuel economy. Current at 9,889 miles and no issues.

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