Subaru today confirmed the launch of the fifth main model in its range, the All-Wheel Drive Tribeca.
The largest vehicle in the Subaru line-up will be on sale in early November, following its display at Sydney Motor Show starting 26 October.
Tribeca will be launched in versatile five and seven-seat standard and luxury models and will feature core Subaru technologies including:
- Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- Ring-shaped reinforcements around the passenger cabin for added strength
- Dual front and side SRS airbags
- A 3.0 litre six-cylinder horizontally opposed boxer engine
Tribeca is a luxury SUV aimed at families and drivers seeking space and outstanding cabin versatility for everyday urban use or recreational reasons.
Nick Senior, Managing Director, Subaru Australia, said: "We've had fantastic feedback from the motor shows where we've displayed left-hand-drive versions of Tribeca over the past 15 months.
"We just wish we could have had access sooner, but we're now delighted to confirm it will be in showrooms the first weekend in November.
"We are also now starting to add details on our website, www.subaru.com.au.
"Tribeca will be comprehensively equipped, with even the entry level model having satellite navigation and reversing camera as standard.
"There's no doubt that Tribeca will go a long way to servicing the needs of loyal Subaru buyers who need a larger vehicle than Liberty or Outback, but presently have no option but to leave the brand in search of a larger car.
"It will also bring a whole new set of customers to the brand."
Mr Senior said Tribeca would be available in limited numbers due to simultaneous release in Europe placing demands in manufacturing.
"We're encouraging prospective buyers to register their interest with dealers from now on, as production capacity is limited due to the demands of American, European and Australian manufacture for the 2007 model," he added.
Pricing of Tribeca will be released closer to launch.
As with all Subarus, it has been extensively tested in local conditions to optimize drivability on Australian roads.
Tribeca is Subaru's first all-new model since the 1997 launch of Forester.
The U.S. Tribeca recently won an award for Best Interior in the Premium-Priced Crossover Utility Vehicle category.
It was judged best by automotive industry representatives in the seventh annual automotive "Interior of the Year" awards, conducted annually by Wards Auto World magazine and presented at the Auto Interiors Show in Detroit. It is the U.S. industry's leading vehicle interior trade show and conference, spotlighting the latest innovations in vehicle technology and design.