Features and Specs of a Subaru
Great looking and powerful, these are the characteristics of Subaru line of vehicles with the special distinction of offering All-Wheel Drive on every vehicle. Selected Subaru dealers also offer an advanced driving course for new owners.
Affordable yet powerful, the Subaru Impreza still packs a punch. It was awarded a 5-star crash safety rating, and have both driver and passenger airbags, as well as side curtain airbags and lower seat belt restraints specifically designed to protect toddlers in the backseat. The car is also cheap to run, running 27 MPG on the highway and still costing below $25,000 brand-new.
The Subaru Outback won the coveted 2010 Motor Trend’s Sport/Utility of the Year Award. The Outback is suitable for families with a more active life-style, it has a great body-style, created for function, strength and class.. It is one of the most affordable small sports utility vehicle, at just over $40,000.
The Tribeca is at the top of the Subaru line, in terms of price and luxury. Prices for this SUV starts at $68,000 and you’re treated to the finish you would anticipate in a higher-end vehicle: leather seats, power moon roof, heated front seats and a backup rear-vision camera.
In between these models are the Liberty and Forester, also highly rated for safety by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Most Subaru’s have an impressive engine life and a good resale value. Buying a used Subaru that has passed an inspection is still a good investment.
All Subaru cars have the All-Wheel Drive feature as standard. Instead of having to engage 4-Wheel Drive, each tire moves when you’re driving. This includes turning, giving the Subaru unrivalled turning radius and grip.
This feature is a little different from what you may be used to, which is why some Subaru dealerships actually offer advanced driving courses. They are intended to teach new Subaru owners how to embrace the AWD, as well as various defensive driving techniques. Customers that attend the advanced driving courses find that they become better acquainted with their new vehicles and end up enjoying them more.
