2008 Subaru Tribeca (B9)
April 4, 2007 by Alborz Fallah
Subaru designers are not praised for their pretty designs, with the 2008 Suabru Impreza kicking up a heated debate around the world – it seems obvious that Subaru work on the philosophy of bring it out first, than fix the look. When the current B9 Tribeca came out late last year (pictured), the last thing anyone said was “Boy that looks nice”.
Following the Subaru trend, the new 2008 model will be redesigned to meet customer needs (in other words, Subaru have put a stop to the ugly nose).
Furthermore the redesigned Subaru B9 Tribeca, will now be named Subaru Tribeca (the B9 has been dropped). Subaru will show of the new look at the New York International Auto Show, which will be held from April 6 through 15.
But its not just the looks that are getting some attention, the new Tribeca will come with a new 3.6-liter boxer engine. Subaru says that despite its size, the new larger and more powerful engine, delivers both improved performance and fuel efficiency in real world driving situations. Design modifications in its cooling system have enabled the use of regular unleaded fuel, a change from premium only–helping to lower consumer operating costs.
The new 3.6-liter boxer engine features Dual Active Valve Control System (Dual AVCS) for controlling timing in both the intake and exhaust valves, which helps provide improved low-end torque. It is 4.4KG lighter than the current engine!
Also the substantially revised 5-speed Automatic transmission with newly designed control unit, refined torque converter and optimized gear ratio is sure to deliver faster shifting response and smooth and powerful acceleration.
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It has the front end of a territory and the back end of a camel ! If this is something to look forward too i pity the future for these designers ….
Wow that is very different,
the whole front is completely changed. But it still looks uninspired and very american.
I guess its a case of relief compared to the old Tribeca. The new design is way better. The side profile shares a lot with the 08 WRX.
“But it still looks uninspired and very american.”
Not sure what, but it does look a bit yankie! I think the light on the picture gives the impression of a chrome grille, its hard to tell.
Believe it or not, I prefer the previous Tribeca to current. The current tribeca has a front like a chrysler something and a rear end like a Toyota avensis. At least the previous one had a character of its own, and was uniformly proportioned.
btw they are excellent buying at present – you can get a previous model one for approx 40-45K with
I think the designers have spent to much time in the gas chamber under hitlers resume. Id like to see someone pull out a .22 and blow some fart gas right out
Totally amaizing with a different aero dinamic structure!!!