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2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca Crossover Test Drive and Review

From Colin Hefferon, for About.com

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In the Driver's Seat of the B9 Tribeca

Subaru B9 Tribeca Cockpit

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The interior of the Subaru Tribeca is, I think, a triumph. Visibility is excellent. The dash curves sensuously to cocoon the front seat occupants. I found it made the interior feel almost cozy. My test vehicle had the base fabric covered seats and metallic highlights on the dash. The standard power operated front seats are very comfortable.

The 60/40 folding second row of seats also slides back and forward several inches. When there're in the full back position, there's about four inches between a tall passenger's knees and the front seatback. Visibility is excellent too, thanks to the high seat cushion and tall roofline. An optional third row of seats folds flat into the floor. It's suitable only for children. Rear seated passengers get roof mounted a/c vents, which is a nice feature.

As befits a family hauler, the Tribeca abounds in safety features and all the latest gear – electronic and otherwise. Safety equipment includes traction control and 4-wheel electronic brake force distribution (EBD), electronic stability control (VDC) and side curtain airbags. For the rear seat passengers' amusement, there's a large screen DVD entertainment system; to keep the driver and front passenger amused there's a touch-screen navigation system.

Index: 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca Crossover Test Drive and Review

  1. Subaru B9 Tribeca Introduction
  2. First Glance at the 2006 B9 Tribeca
  3. In the Driver's Seat of the B9 Tribeca
  4. On the Road in the B9 Tribeca
  5. End of the Journey in the Subaru B9 Tribeca

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