Subaru Tribeca vs. Volvo XC90
When we compare the Subaru Tribeca to the Volvo XC90, the Subaru Tribeca has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Tribeca versus the Volvo XC90, the Subaru Tribeca is a better car than the Volvo XC90.
Subaru Tribeca vs. Volvo XC90 Pricing
A used 2014 Subaru Tribeca ranges from $7,999 to $18,194 while a used 2014 Volvo XC90 is priced between $8,999 to $20,098.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru Tribeca’s base engine makes 256 horsepower, and the Volvo XC90 base engine makes 240 horsepower. The Tribeca is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 355 miles. The XC90 is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 528 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Subaru Tribeca has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front leg room and rear shoulder room. The Volvo XC90 has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Volvo XC90 has an average safety rating of 5 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:
$8,999 - $20,098
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
48.9%
Subaru Tribeca Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Volvo XC90 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.9 / 10
Reliability:
8.8 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Subaru Tribeca Rankings
Not yet available
Volvo XC90 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 67Ranking
1 out of / 25Ranking
1 out of / 21Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
3 out of / 21Ranking
4 out of / 67Ranking
7 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 25Ranking
8 out of / 21Ranking
38 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
Gasoline
Subaru Tribeca Trim Levels
3.6R Limited
Volvo XC90 Trim Levels
3.2, 3.2 Platinum, 3.2 Premier Plus, 3.2 R-Design, 3.2 R-Design Platinum
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):
5 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:
240 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
236 foot-lbs @ 3200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.051 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
3970 lbs
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:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 25 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 528 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
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:
39.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
8.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
85.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
109.7 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:
4667 lbs
Width:
74.7 inches
Height:
70.2 inches
Length:
189.3 inches
Wheelbase:
112.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.9 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 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
P235/60R18
