I'm looking to replace my wife's '99 Forester. Backstory is she has disc problems in her back and needs an automatic. Her car is a manual shift. We've looked at the new Forester as well as the Tribeca. Size is an issue, with a growing family. What shocks me is the mediocre gas mileage for both.

 

We're not looking to buy brand new, unless the deal is a sweet one. The current Forester was the only new car we've bought. Been reading much about the current crop of cars, and would prefer to stay with Subaru.

 

Anyone care to weigh in on the two, or offer other suggestions? Thanks!

if mileage is an issue how about the new legacy / outback with the CVT??

 

drives like an auto but gets 31MPG (Rated) highway.