Is the 2014 Subaru Tribeca a good car?

The 2014 Subaru Tribeca has one of the highest safety scores in the class. It received four stars in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) rollover test. It also earned a rating of Good (the highest score possible) in the four tests performed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

Is the Subaru Tribeca a good car?

Both the CX-5 and the Tribeca are good choices; they’re capable, well built and reliable. Others to consider are the Kia Sportage. While they are Korean like the Captiva, unlike the Captiva they’re very good cars, well built and reliable.

Why did Subaru Tribeca fail?

Here are the five areas where Tribeca failed. Subaru had big problems with the Tribeca SUV and they fixed it. They axed the vehicle and started over. Tribeca had cramped third-row seating, limited cargo capacity, it had an aging design, poor fuel mileage, and it could only tow up to 2000 lbs.

How many miles can a Subaru Tribeca last?

While results will vary and the big variable is always how well the car has been maintained, what I can tell you is a Subaru is capable of going 300,000 miles. And if you are a regular maintenance type of owner you should expect to get that type of mileage out of it.

How much does a Subaru Tribeca cost?

The 2014 Subaru Tribeca has a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) starting just under $35,000. This is a $1,500 increase over last year, due to the moonroof package now being included in this year’s model. At the high end, a Tribeca with navigation and optional accessories can reach around $40,000.

Is a Subaru Tribeca 4 wheel drive?

For starters, every Tribeca is equipped with an advanced and capable all-wheel-drive system, a comforting thought for those whose daily commutes sometimes include heavy snow and rain.

What problems do Subaru Tribeca have?

Subaru Tribeca owners report the following issues for their SUVs: Hood flies open while car is in motion. Doors fail to lock or unlock. Puddle light shorts out.

Does a Subaru Tribeca have a timing belt?

Good news, the 2008 Subaru Tribeca does not have a timing belt, it has a timing chain. To make sure nothing serious happens, one of the best things You can do for Your car and chain is replace the oil at the recommended intervals.

What is wrong with the Subaru Tribeca?

A large number of Subaru vehicles have been recalled because they contain dangerous airbag inflators made by Takata. The shrapnel-hurling inflators have been recalled in over 37 million vehicles (and counting).

Why are Subarus so unreliable?

One of the core reasons that Subaru reliability has dropped is due to the problems that the Outback and Legacy have had with in-car technology. This is a common reason for declining dependability in a number of makes and models since the early 2000s. Many cars today have a great deal of new and complex technology.

Which Subaru engines to avoid?

Subaru 2.5-L Turbo Four Cylinder Owners of 2009-14 Subaru Impreza WRX and WRX STI models have launched a class-action lawsuit, alleging the pistons and PCV (positive crankcase ventilation) systems in the high-performance 2.5-L turbocharged engines may overheat or malfunction, requiring a king’s ransom in repairs.

What fuel does a Subaru Tribeca take?

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