2008 Subaru Tribeca 

2008 Subaru Tribeca

From its restyled exterior alone - stronger and bolder, yet more graceful - you might not know that the 2008 Subaru Tribeca offers pure excitement behind the wheel. Peel back the elegant redesigned packaging, though, and this dynamic SUV reveals itself. Exceptional handling in all conditions courtesy of Subaru symmetrical AWD. Award-winning levels of active and passive safety. The thrill of its new more powerful 3.6L SUBARU BOXER engine. Add to this list a luxurious and highly versatile interior and you quickly realize that you can have an SUV that has it all. The 2008 lineup boasts the superbly outfitted base model with features that include Vehicle Dynamics Control system, a moonroof and heated, power-adjustable front seats, the Limited Package adds leather upholstery and a premium audio system and the Premier Package offers a GPS navigation system, a rear DVD entertainment system and seating for up to seven. The 2008 Tribeca is everything you wanted in an SUV and more.

While some SUV's seek to blend into their surroundings, the 2008 Subaru B9 Tribeca, with its aerodynamic contour, cuts a bold swath across an otherwise mundane motoring landscape. Observe the dramatic front grille and swooping body lines, the ingenious light clusters, side-mirror LED turn signals, stylish rear spoiler and sporty 7-spoke 18" alloy wheels. Every design element is perfectly integrated to create a dynamic profile and the result is absolutely stunning.

Regardless of what road and weather conditions you may face, the Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights on the Tribeca, guarantee superior illumination of the road ahead and a worry-free drive.

Tribeca's side-view mirrors are a reflection of its superb safety, utility and accommodation. They are heated, so that you can defrost them in wintertime; they fold, so that you will not lose them in tight situations, and their large surface guarantees improved visibility.

The Tribeca's large, power tilting and sliding glass moonroof lets you enjoy fresh air while you take advantage of its go-anywhere capabilities.

When visibility is poor and extra illumination of the road is necessary, the multi-reflector halogen fog lights add to Tribeca's already impressive list of features.

The roof-line spoiler with integrated brake light extends beyond the edge of the roof, adding a touch of sporty styling and enhancing vehicle aerodynamics.

Every time you take a seat in the cockpit of the 2008 Tribeca you reward yourself with a momentous experience. The award-winning* cabin features state-of-the-art luxurious materials blended into aerospace-inspired styling with fluid lines that seem to wrap around its occupants. Immaculately equipped with available amenities that guarantee a luxurious ride - dual-zone climate control, an enhanced audio system, an available DVD entertainment system with a 9-inch screen and power-adjustable seating, it instills a sense of elegance and sophistication. With 64 different seating and cargo configurations courtesy of its 4,015 L of interior space, plenty of legroom and 40/20/40-split flat-folding second row and available 50/50-split flat-folding third row seats, Tribeca's interior is also just as accommodating as it is luxurious.

The Tribeca's automatic dual-zone climate control with air filtration and available separate cooling unit for rear seat passengers (Premier Package) guarantees superb air quality and a ride of comfort synonymous with a true luxury vehicle.

Drive the 2008 Tribeca and enjoy first-class comfort - sit back and revel in the heated, 8-way power-adjustable driver's seat with an available two-position memory function. Your passenger can enjoy the drive just as much as you in a 4-way power adjustable heated front seat.

With an available AM/FM/6CD/MP3 premium audio system, steering wheel-mounted audio controls, auxiliary input and Satellite Radio compatibility, you can enjoy a perfect quality soundtrack along the way to any destination you choose.

Tribeca's Premier Package models feature a DVD-based, touch screen GPS navigation system that will lead the way to all the destinations you may wish and safely back home.

For those longer trips, the Premier Package features a rear-seat DVD entertainment system with 9 inch screen, individual wireless headphones, audio/video auxiliary input for video game consoles and a remote control to help keep your passengers occupied. When the vehicle is parked, the front navigation screen also serves as a DVD display.

The 2008 Subaru Tribeca's superior safety features let you enjoy all the qualities of the modern SUV with confidence and peace of mind. It is equipped with a number of active safety features that help you avoid a collision - the inherently stable and dexterous Subaru symmetrical full-time All-Wheel Drive system, an enhanced braking system with Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) and Vehicle Dynamics Control system. Its passive safety features - including an advanced ring-shaped reinforcement frame, collapsible steering column and brake pedal, multiple airbags and active front seat head restraints - provide a firm layer of protection for its occupants, should an accident be unavoidable. When you drive the 2008 Subaru Tribeca your only concern is that you never get to spend enough time in it.

In that event that a collision in unavoidable, a shock absorbing ring-shaped barrier comprised of the vehicle's roof, door pillars, window pillars and floor envelops the Tribeca's occupants and helps to dissipate impact energy from all directions.

Each Tribeca is equipped with dual front and side-impact airbags and dual side curtain airbags with rollover sensors. You can enjoy the ride with the confidence of knowing that driver and passengers are well protected.

When the Tribeca with Premier Package is in reverse, you can get a clear picture of what is directly behind the vehicle on your navigation screen thanks to the rear vision camera. Backing up has never been this safe and easy.

This active safety feature employs a network of sensors to continuously monitor the vehicle's stability. When a loss of control in imminent, it automatically adjusts the AWD torque split, brake pressure to each wheel and engine power output to restore vehicle stability.

Let's face the facts: The average SUV isn't that fun to drive. It's a people-mover, a conveyance, an appliance at best. Luckily, the Subaru Tribeca is not the average SUV. Its agile performance and smooth, luxurious ride are matched only by its go-anywhere capability - all courtesy of its legendary Subaru symmetrical full-time AWD system, new 3.6L 6-cylinder horizontally-opposed SUBARU BOXER engine and refined 5-speed automatic transmission with SPORTSHIFTTM. By combining an athletic stance and a road-hugging centre of gravity, the 2008 Tribeca is able to precisely and confidently handle both the best winding roads and the most challenging weather Canada has to offer.

The 2008 Subaru Tribeca features a new 3.6L SUBARU BOXER engine that not only produces more power (11 more hp; 32 more lb-ft of torque), fewer emissions and greater fuel economy - but does it all on regular gas.

The 2008 Subaru Tribeca features an enhanced version of the 5-speed Electronic Direct Control Automatic Transmission with SPORTSHIFTTM (5EAT SS). Improvements to this technology have resulted in more linear acceleration, improved shift response, reduced shifting when going up and down hills, and improved fuel efficiency. The SPORTSHIFTTM feature allows for manual shifting with a simple flick of the gear selector; shifts are smooth and precise, allowing the driver to make the most of the engine's significant power. This transmission also incorporates Variable Torque Distribution (VTD) and Vehicle Dynamics Control to further enhance driveability. VTD promotes spirited driving by maintaining a 45/55 front/rear torque split ratio in normal driving conditions and switching to a 50/50 front/rear torque split for maximum traction and stability when conditions demand and/or when Vehicle Dynamics Control system engages. The Vehicle Dynamics Control system employs a network of sensors that work in conjunction with the 5EAT SS to further enhance responsiveness, handling and vehicle stability.

With the 2008 Subaru Tribeca you can conquer the most rugged terrain and bring with you whatever you may need along the way. Its 4,015 L of interior space offers available seating for up to seven with a third row of seats that can be easily accessed from both sides of the vehicle. The 64 different seating and cargo configurations provided by the 40/20/40-split flat-folding second row and available 50/50-split flat-folding third row seats lets you customize your vehicle to the nature of each specific trip. With good towing capacity to boot and new raised-profile roof rails with available lockable crossbars and a variety of thoughtful accessories to choose from, the Tribeca is as flexible and as versatile as you need it to be.

While you are taking advantage of the Tribeca's ample cargo area you can also keep your luggage organized and carpet protected with a sturdy cargo area tray. If it is valuable gear that you carry, the retractable cargo cover will help keep it hidden.

Tribeca's new raised-profile roof rails and accessory crossbars and carriers provide a secure and easy-to-use means of transporting any extra load.

With the added flexibility of the Tribeca's 40/20/40 flat-folding second and available 50/50 flat folding third row seats you can take full advantage of its spacious cargo area - be it for work or play.

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