Subaru launched today the 2008 Subaru Tribeca in Australia. The price for the Australian market version of the 2008 Subaru Tribeca starts at $53,990 for the 3.6R version with five-seats. 2008 Subaru Tribeca's 3.6 liter six-cylinder horizontally opposed boxer engine is the largest ever produced by Subaru, yet it has the same dimensions as the superseded 3.0 liter engine and is also 0.7 kg lighter.
Subaru Press Release:
Tribeca triumphs with changes
Subaru’s versatile Model Year 2008 Tribeca is launched today with subtle styling changes,
more power, better fuel efficiency and easier third row seat access in seven-seat models.
While specification is significantly enhanced, pricing is unchanged, starting from $53,990 for the Tribeca 3.6R five-seat.
Revised rear suspension on Subaru’s Medium Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) benefits ride quality, while significant transmission refinements enhance drivability too, producing an agile constant All-Wheel Drive performer.
Tribeca’s new 3.6 liter six-cylinder horizontally opposed boxer engine is the largest ever produced by Subaru, yet it retains the same dimensions as the superseded 3.0 liter unit and is 0.7 kg lighter.
Power is up 5.5 per cent from 180 Kilowatts to 190 kW, while torque is up an impressive 17.8 per cent from 297 Nm to 350 Nm.
The end result is vastly improved low-end torque and better fuel economy – 11.6 liters per 100 kilometers versus 12.4 in the superseded model.
Despite the larger engine, emissions are unchanged.
Tribeca’s revised lighter-weight SPORTSHIFT five-speed automatic transmission produces smoother shifts and less lag.
Towing capacity is also enhanced, with the 2000 kg braked capacity download now increased from 100 kg to 160 kg.
Among the Model Year 2008 Tribeca highlights:
· Significant increases in torque and power – the all-new 3.6 liter engine is Subaru’s largest ever, yet is lighter
· Pricing unchanged – starts from $53,990
· Dynamic driving performance
· Optimum fuel consumption via improved low and mid-range torque – 11.6 l/100 km
· Lightweight five-speed SPORTSHIFT transmission – smoother gear changes, weight down 3.7 kg
· Simplified third row seat access in seven-seat models
· Recalibrated rear suspension for optimum ride comfort and handling
· Larger rear quarter windows for better visibility – size up 30 per cent
· New 10-spoke design 18-inch alloy wheels
· New exterior highlights including revised headlights, bumpers and grille
· ANCAP five-star rating for occupant safety
· Choice of five and seven-seat versions in both entry-level and Premium trims
· Exhaust, cooling and power steering revised
· Improved towing – 2000 kg braked capacity now enhanced by 160 kg download
· Xenon HID headlights
· Roof rails on Premium variants
Nick Senior, Managing Director, Subaru Australia, said: “Tribeca’s already impressive specification is vastly improved for 2008, while pricing remains the same, which is remarkable value for money.
“We will continue to offer both five and seven-seat options in 3.6R and 3.6R Premium trim levels.
“Yet again the Subaru engineers have achieved a remarkable feat in producing a greater capacity engine that is lighter, yet equally compact as its predecessor, and more fuel efficient.
“The revised SPORTSHIFT transmission is also mapped to ideally match the new engine’s characteristics, producing an ultra-smooth, responsive drive right across the operating range.
“We’ve been delighted by the customer response to the original Tribeca and judging by the huge level of interest in the new version displayed at Sydney Motor Show, we can only see its appeal growing.
“Tribeca maintains the five-star ANCAP rating for occupant safety now shared by the entire Subaru range and combined with its exciting new look, constant All-Wheel Drive ability, tremendous specification and competitive pricing, it makes a compelling package.”
