2010 Impreza 4 & 5 doors	2010 Forester	2010 Outback	2010 Tribeca	2010 Legacy
173.8" long	179.5" long	188.2" long	191.5" long	186.4" long

How many cars does Subaru make?

Impreza 5 door wagon or hatchback,
Forester CUV
Outback CUV
Tribeca SUV

Impreza 4 door sedan
Legacy sedan

They are described below. Check spec pages above for all the options, costs etc.

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Engines (see SnapShot for more details)
Legacy: 2.5L 4cylinder, 2.5L turbo, 3.6L 6 cylinder
Outback:  2.5L 4cylinder, 3.6L 6 cylinder
Impreza: 2.5L 4cylinder, 2 optional turbos
Forester:  2.5L 4 cylinder, optional 2.5L 4 cylinder turbo
Tribeca: 3.6L 6cylinder
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Why do I want all wheel drive? I live in a dry warm climate.
All wheel drive is a full time traction system that is effective on dry as well as slick roads and helps maintain stability and control  under most conditions.
It is a benefit in all driving conditions but of course especially any area where there is snow or rain including the Northwest, Northeast, Midwest.

Is there an SUV? The Tribeca 6 cylinder with optional 7 passenger seating...

Is there a mini-van? No.

Is there a Hybrid? There might be in the next few years. A diesel is expected perhaps in 2010 or 2011.

what should this next question be?  Ideas welcome.

Comments? Let me know contact.
Subaru-speak what does this mean? common terms
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WHAT'S NEW FOR 2010?

Impreza  Available August 2009. Body styles continue with the same 4 door sedan and 5 door wagon-hatchbacks, with the 2.5L 4cylinder and the 2.5L turbo 4cylinder WRX performance models.  Mechanical and body design features remain much the same on all models including the STI.
All 2010 Subaru models are now available with 'Option Packages' from the factory. All 2.5L 4 cylinder models get a new front grill.  A USB 'Media Hub' option replaces the iPod interface so you can play almost any USB connected device through the stereo, even a thumb drive. Only the 2.5 Premium 4 and 5 door model has any major feature changes. The 2010 Premium is available without the sunroof and fog lights that was standard on the 09 2.5 Premium version, and a new 2.5 Premium SE with Option Package #11 adds the sunroof and fog lights plus now includes the All Weather Package, and all for only $500 after package discount. This is new, previously the All Weather Pkg was only available on the Outback Sport. The optional Navigation System now includes Bluetooth.
The Outback Sport continues with a few cosmetic changes- the door handles are now painted medium silver instead of bright chrome silver.
Colors- Camillia Red Pearl and Paprika Red Pearl with silver low accent are new colors, Sunlight Gold opal has been dropped.
WRX, 2.5GT and STI continue much the same with no changes.
Update 11/24/09  New WRX, STI models -  Subaru will introduce a new 2010 Impreza WRX STI Special Edition (model code ALU) handling/suspension package, and WRX Limited (model code AJP, ALP) at the LA Auto Show,  December 4-13. The STI Special Edition will be available in an initial limited run of 125 units. It will be a slightly decontented model with upgraded performance suspension (derived from the Japanese spec C), unique Aspen White paint and gray spec C wheels. It will have halogen headlights instead of HID, a single-disc CD player with  4speakers instead of the 6 CD changer with 10 speakers, manual air conditioning instead climate control, and body color side mirrors.  The 2010 Impreza WRX Limited adds leather interior and Sirius satellite radio to the WRX Premium model. Cars expected March/April?

Forester
Available June 2009. All 2010 Subaru models are now available with factory 'Option Packages'. Some of the these Option Packages are features that were previously standard on that model.
Very few changes from 2009, the first Forester year for the current model.  For 2010, the Premium model gets a power driver seat (that's an important and nice upgrade) and the All Weather Pkg  that was previously standard on the Premium is now factory Option Pkg #02. On the Limited model, the optional Navigation now includes Bluetooth. XT Premium and Limited models continue as before. New color Paprika Red Pearl. iPod interface still an option.
update 1/12/10- 2 new 2010 Forester Option Packages  announced and confirmed at the Detroit Auto Show. New Option Packages available on cars arriving March February 2010.
X model gets a new Special Edition (SE) Option Package (option code #21, MSRP $400) which includes 16" alloy wheels and roof rails (replacing steel wheels and no roof rails).  X Limited gets a new Navigation and Convenience Package (option code #22, MSRP $500 increase over Navigation Pkg, for a total of $2300) which adds cargo cover, HID headlights, telescoping steering wheel to the Navigation system package.

Outback  Available June 2009 (manual transmissions late August). All new and completely redesigned for 2010, the largest redesign since the 1995 introduction. There are 3 4cylinder models, and 3 6cylinder models. XT turbo and SI Drive has been discontinued (used on previopus 6 cyl models).
On a slightly longer wheelbase, the 2010 is now a CUV (crossover utility vehicle) and no longer a station wagon though it rides on a car platform and is not an SUV. The 10 Outback is bigger in everyway except for length, it is actually 0.8" shorter, but it's taller and wider. New body, new interior, new 6 cylinder engine, 2 new transmissions -a CVT automatic and a 6 speed manual, new dashboard, console, new seats... it's all new. Windows are framed for the first time on any Outback so it's a signifcantly quieter car with much less wind noise.  Rear seat legroom increased substancially, the rear doors open very wide for easy access,  the rear windpws go all the way down, and the front seats are wider, softer, more comfortable.
All 2010 Subaru models are now available with factory 'Option Packages'. Some of the these Option Packages are for features that were previously standard on that model. New 3.6L engine (previously used in Tribeca) runs on regular fuel and is available only with the automatic 5 speed Sportshift transmission used in previous years. The 3.6L  replaces the 3.0L.
The new CVT transmission gets up to 29MPG and is the only automatic available on 2.5i models. The CVT and 5spd automatic both have Paddle Shifters for manual control.
Bluetooth is now available on all models - it's part of the Harman Kardon audio, Navigation, or Blueconnect. All models have a generic aux input but there's a new Media Hub option (with optional wireless audio streaming) that includes a USB port to play music through the stereo. The USB replaces the iPod interface available on previous models.
For some reason, the outside power mirrors are fixed and not hinged and don't fold in.
New colors include Azurite Blue, Cypress Green, Sky Blue (late availability), Graphite Gray, Crystal Black.

Legacy  Available June 2009. Manual 2.5L late availability.  All new and completely redesigned for 2010, this is biggest remodel since the Legacy was introduced in 1990.  For 2010, models include 3  4cylinder models, 3  GT turbo models, and 3  6cylinder models. GT specB and SI Drive has been discontinued.
All 2010 Subaru models are now available with factory 'Option Packages'. Some of the these Option Packages are features that were previously standard on that model.
Windows are framed for the first time on a Legacy which makes for less wind noise and a much much quieter car. On a slightly longer wheelbase, this sedan has grown up, and is longer and wider. New body, new interior, new 6 cylinder 3.6L engine, 2 new transmissions - a CVT automatic and a 6 speed manual -  new dashboard, console, new seats... it's all new.
Rear seat legroom has increased substancially and the rear doors open fully for very easy seat access. The front seats are wider and softer.
The 2.5L 4 cylinder is the same as previous years as is the turbo version in the GT. A new 3.6L engine previously used in Tribeca replaces the 3.0L and runs on regular fuel. The 3.6R models all use the same automatic SportShift 5spd transmission as previous years.
The turbo GT is now only available with a manual 6 speed, and the SI Drive has been dropped.
The new CVT automatic transmission gets up to 31MPG and is the only automatic available on 2.5i models. The CVT and 5spd automatic both have Paddle Shifters for manual control.
Bluetooth is now available on all models - it's part of the Harman Kardon audio, Navigation, or Blueconnect features. All models have a generic aux input but there's a new optional Media Hub (not available with h/k or Nav., and there's also optional wireless audio streaming) that includes a USB port to play music through the stereo. The USB replaces the iPod interface available on previous models.
For some reason, the outside power mirrors are fixed and not hinged and don't fold in.
New colors include Azurite Blue, Cypress Green, Sky Blue (late availability), Graphite Gray, Crystal Black.

Tribeca
Proices announce late September. All Tribecas will now be 7 passenger- if you want a 5 passenger please check out the 2010 Outback. There are 3 Tribeca models, with Option Packages as with all the other cars this year. No changes have been announced, and engine, body, interior are the same as 09/08.
The 3 models are Premium, Limited, and new top of the line Touring. A few new upgrades like 2 new Harman Kardon 385w audio packages, a new rear view mirror with back up camera, silver painted wheels on the Touring. Blueconnect is standfard on Limited Touring ((optional on Premium) and the iPod Interface is still an option - it's interesting that the media hub is not an option on the Tribeca like on the Outback and Legacy. New colors include Azurite and Sky Blue, Crystal black, Steel silver. Interiors remain the same

Subaru history, photos and brief year-by-year changes

WARRANTY: 3 years/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper, 5years/60,000 miles powertrain, Roadside Assistance 3 years/36,000 miles.
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