The Subaru B9 Tribeca is a SUV built from 2006 to 2014. Engines offered: V6. Too new for a verdict, since complaints and recalls take years to accumulate — and the year you pick matters far more than the badge (best and worst years →).
What the B9 Tribeca is
The Subaru B9 Tribeca is a SUV that Subaru built from 2006 to 2014 — 9 model years. It has been offered with V6 power. Its closest siblings in the Subaru range: Outback, Forester, Baja.
Subaru B9 Tribeca tire size, oil type & owner specs
The fitment B9 Tribeca owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.
Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.
What engines does the Subaru B9 Tribeca have? Power & range
The Subaru B9 Tribeca is offered with 1 powertrain — 3L 6-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain — 1 for the Subaru B9 Tribeca, against one or two on most rivals.
| Engine | Displacement | Transmission | Drive | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| V6 | 3.0L · 6-cyl | Automatic (S5) | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Premium |
Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.
Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.
Can a Subaru B9 Tribeca tow? Towing & payload
As an SUV, the Subaru B9 Tribeca is built to tow and haul. The exact maximum towing capacity and payload depend on the engine, drivetrain and whether it has the factory tow package.
What sets your B9 Tribeca's tow & payload rating:
- Engine — a larger or turbocharged engine tows more than the base unit.
- Drivetrain & axle — 4WD/AWD and the axle ratio shift the rating.
- Tow package — the factory towing package (hitch, wiring, transmission cooler) raises the max.
- Payload & GVWR — GVWR caps the combined load; more passengers and cargo lower how much you can tow.
Exact towing capacity, payload and GVWR are added per engine, drivetrain and trim — decode your VIN above, or check the driver's door-jamb and hitch labels. Curb weight from vehicle specifications.
The B9 Tribeca by the numbers
What the federal and market records say about the Subaru B9 Tribeca. Each line opens the full breakdown by year.
| Topic | B9 Tribeca | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Reliability | Not yet rated | Best and worst years |
| Insurance | $1,140/yr | Estimated full coverage |
| Used value | 148 listings | What it sells for now |
Frequently asked questions
What kind of car is the Subaru B9 Tribeca?
The B9 Tribeca is a SUV, built from 2006 to 2014. Engines offered: V6.
What is the Subaru B9 Tribeca warranty?
New models carry 3 years / 36,000 miles basic cover and 5 years / 60,000 miles on the powertrain. Worth knowing: across our complaint records the typical car reaches the halfway point of its faults at five years, so most repairs land after the basic warranty ends.
Is the B9 Tribeca reliable?
The honest answer depends on the year far more than the model — see the best and worst years, and when this car starts to break.
How do I check a specific B9 Tribeca?
This page describes the model; it cannot tell you whether that car has an open recall or a branded title. Run its VIN against the records — free, and matched to the exact production run.
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