Subaru Tribeca vs. BMW X5
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Subaru Tribeca and BMW X5 contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Subaru Tribeca and the BMW X5.
In comparing the Subaru Tribeca's and the BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the Subaru Tribeca has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Tribeca's and the BMW X5's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2014 Subaru Tribeca ranges from $6,263 to $18,555 while a used 2014 BMW X5 is priced between $12,045 to $22,993.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Subaru Tribeca’s base engine makes 256 horsepower, and the BMW X5 base engine makes 300 horsepower. The Tribeca is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 355 miles. The X5 is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 608 miles. This gives the BMW X5 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Subaru Tribeca. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Subaru Tribeca has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more and front leg room. The BMW X5 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$34,095
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$52,800
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$52,250
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$38,575 - $93,900
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,526
Price Range:
$6,263 - $18,555
Category Avg Price:
N/A
Category Avg Price Range:
N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
96,386
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$17,048
Price Range:
$12,045 - $22,993
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$18,426
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
$12,827 - $24,718
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
151
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
109,134
# Good or Great Deals:
57
Subaru Tribeca Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Subaru Tribeca
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
25.2%
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for BMW X5
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
1.2
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.1 - 3.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
13.6%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
7.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
11
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
5.3
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Midsize SUVs)
0.9 - 12.3
Subaru Tribeca Rankings
Not yet available
BMW X5 Rankings
Ranking
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9 out of / 68Ranking
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10 out of / 29Ranking
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11 out of / 20Ranking
12 out of / 68Ranking
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16 out of / 20Ranking
18 out of / 68Ranking
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46 out of / 59Ranking
54 out of / 68Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Subaru Tribeca Trim Levels
3.6R Limited
BMW X5 Trim Levels
sDrive35i, xDrive35d, xDrive35i, xDrive50i
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
256 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
247 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
300 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 1300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 21 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
270 / 355 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
428 / 608 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Air Suspension:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Available
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Cargo Space:
8.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
74.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.8 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
35.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
137.8 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4214 lbs
Width:
88.8 inches
Height:
67.7 inches
Length:
191.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4960 lbs
Width:
86.5 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
115.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P255/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Crystal Black Silica
Blue
Deep Indigo Pearl
Gray
Carbide Gray Metallic
Red
Venetian Red Pearl
Silver
Ice Silver Metallic
White
Satin White Pearl
Brown
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Sapphire Metallic / Carbon Black Metallic / Dark Graphite Metallic / Jet Black
Blue
Imperial Blue Metallic
Gray
Mineral Silver Metallic / Space Gray Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Glacier Silver Metallic
White
Alpine White / Mineral White Metallic
Brown
Sparkling Brown Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Desert Beige
Gray
Slate Gray
Black
Not available
Brown
Not available
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Canberra Beige / Terra
Gray
Ivory White/Black
Black
Black
Brown
Mocha
White
Ivory White
