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Subaru Tribeca

2006-13 models
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MODERATE OVERLAP FRONT TEST

OVERALL EVALUATION: Good

Structure/safety cage Injury measures Restraints/dummy kinematics
Head/neck Chest Leg/foot, left Leg/foot, right
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Test details:

The Subaru Tribeca was introduced in the 2006 model year.

Restraints/dummy kinematics — Dummy movement was well controlled. During rebound, the dummy’s head hit the B-pillar.

Injury measures — Measures taken from the dummy indicate a low risk of any significant injuries in a crash of this severity. Head acceleration from the B-pillar hit was low.

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Left to right:

  • Action shot taken during the frontal offset crash test.
  • The dummy's position in relation to the steering wheel and instrument panel after the crash test indicates that the driver's survival space was maintained well.
  • Smeared pink greasepaint indicates where the dummy's head hit the B-pillar during rebound. Head acceleration from this hit was negligible.
  • Intrusion into the driver's space was minimal, and all leg and foot injury measures were low.

Additional features:

  • Side airbags: front and second row head curtain airbags and front seat-mounted torso airbags
  • Electronic stability control
  • Antilock brakes
  • Daytime running lights

Tested vehicle specifications:

  • 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 4wd
  • Class: Midsize SUV
  • Weight: 4,158 lbs.
  • Side airbags: front and second row head curtain airbags and front seat-mounted torso airbags
  • Wheelbase: 108 in.
  • Length: 190 in.
  • Width: 74 in.
  • Engine: 3.0 L 6-cylinder
  • EPA ratings: 18 mpg city | 23 mpg highway

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Last updated: November 5, 2012

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