Great looking and powerful, these are the features of Subaru line of cars with the extraordinary distinction of offering All-Wheel Drive on every vehicle. Selected Subaru dealerships also offer an defensive driving course for new owners.

The Impreza is the least expensive model Subaru produces, and it still packs a punch. It is one of the safest cars in the market with a five-star crash safety rating. Fitted with both driver and passenger airbags, as well as side curtain airbags and lower seatbelt restraints specifically designed to protect kids in the backseat. The car is economical as well, running 27 MPG on the highway and still costing under $25,000 brand-new.

The Outback won the coveted 2010 Motor Trend’s Sport/Utility of the Year Award. It has a fantastic body-style, made for function, strength and class. With 170 HP, the Outback is worthy for family or the single person with a more active life style. The price remains to be reasonable for a small sports utility vehicle, at just over $40,000.

At the top of the Subaru line, in terms of price and luxury, is the Tribeca. Prices for this SUV begins at $68,000 and you’re treated to the polish you would expect in a higher-end vehicle: leather, power moon roof, heated front seats and a backup rear-vision camera.

Medium-sized models by Subaru are the Liberty and Forester, also highly ranked for safety by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Most Subaru’s have an impressive engine life and a great resale value. Buying a used Subaru that has passed an inspection is still a good investment.

The All-Wheel Drive feature is special to the Subaru line. Instead of having to engage 4-Wheel Drive, each tire moves when you’re driving. This includes turning, giving the Subaru unrivaled turning radius and grip.

It s also a little different from you may be used to, which is why some Subaru dealers actually offer advanced driving courses. They are designed to instruct 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 familiarized with their new vehicles and end up enjoying them more.

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