Subaru Tribeca vs. BMW X5
When we compare the Subaru Tribeca to the BMW X5, 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 versus the BMW X5, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Subaru Tribeca vs. BMW X5 Pricing
A used 2014 Subaru Tribeca ranges from $7,999 to $18,194 while a used 2014 BMW X5 is priced between $14,995 to $26,991.
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. 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 Comparison
The BMW X5 has an average safety rating of 4.31 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$7,999 - $18,194
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$14,995 - $26,991
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
53.8%
Subaru Tribeca Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
BMW X5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.0 / 10
Reliability:
8.5 / 10
Retained Value:
7.0 / 10
Safety:
8.6 / 10
Subaru Tribeca Rankings
Not yet available
BMW X5 Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 21Ranking
5 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 11Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
9 out of / 25Ranking
12 out of / 25Ranking
16 out of / 67Ranking
18 out of / 25Ranking
19 out of / 21Ranking
60 out of / 67Summary Review
Not yet available
Summary Review
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Pros and Cons
Not yet available
Available 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
xDrive50i, sDrive35i, xDrive35d, xDrive35i
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
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4.31 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
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
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
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:
alloy
Tire Size:
P255/55R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
255/55R18
