BMW X1 vs Subaru Tribeca
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2014 Subaru Tribeca
Overview
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | xDrive28i | 3.6R Limited |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2014 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $42,800 | $34,095 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $48,347 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $49,862 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $52,887 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 6 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 28 MPG (best) | 18 MPG |
| City MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 16 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal | 16.9 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 241 hp | 256 hp (best) |
| Torque | 295 lb-ft (best) | 247 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L | 3.6 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | flat 6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 7 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 57.2 cu ft | 74.4 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 994 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,750 lbs (best) | 4,214 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 8.4 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106 in | 108.2 in (best) |
| Length | 177.2 in | 191.5 in (best) |
| Width | 72.6 in | 73.9 in (best) |
| Height | 64.6 in | 67.7 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW X1xDrive28i | Subaru Tribeca3.6R Limited |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 | None reported (best) |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW X1 | Subaru Tribeca |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | xDrive28i $42,800 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 3.6R Limited $34,095 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | M35i $51,900 MSRP | — |
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