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Subaru Ascent
2024 Subaru Ascent
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$34,195
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Subaru Forester
2024 Subaru Forester
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$27,095
Starting Price (MSRP)
8.6
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Overview

Engine
2.4L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
Engine
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 20 MPG
Hwy: 26 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 26 MPG
Hwy: 33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
19.3 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
16.6 gallons
Seating Capacity
8 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater

Photos

Subaru Ascent
2023-2024 Subaru Ascent Rear Angle View
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2022-2024 Subaru Forester Rear-Facing View
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
2.4L Turbo Flat 4 Gas
2.5L Flat 4 Gas
Horsepower
260 hp @ 5600 rpm
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque
277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
176 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm
Transmission
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Continuously Variable Automatic (CVT)
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
All-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
4,421 lbs
3,454 lbs
Maximum Towing Capacity
2,000 lbs
1,500 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
22 MPG
29 MPG
City
20 MPG
26 MPG
Highway
26 MPG
33 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
8.1 Tons/yr
6.1 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
19.3 gallons
16.6 gallons
Cruising Range City
386 miles
431.6 miles
Cruising Range Highway
501.8 miles
547.8 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
196.8 in
182.7 in
Height
71.6 in
67.5 in
Max Width
76 in
71.5 in
Front Width
64.4 in
61.6 in
Rear Width
64.2 in
61.8 in
Wheelbase
113.8 in
105.1 in
Ground Clearance
8.7 in
8.7 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
8 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
42.2 in
43.3 in
Front Seat Headroom
41.2 in
41.2 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
61.1 in
58.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
57.8 in
54.5 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
38.6 in
39.4 in
Rear Seat Headroom
40 in
39.6 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
60.3 in
57.2 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
57.2 in
53.5 in
Third Row Leg Room
31.7 in
N/A
Third Row Headroom
36.2 in
N/A
Third Row Shoulder Room
57 in
N/A
Third Row Hip Room
45.9 in
N/A

Cargo Space

Cargo Volume to Seat 1
75.6 ft³
74.2 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 2
43.5 ft³
28.9 ft³
Cargo Volume to Seat 3
17.8 ft³
28.9 ft³

Cargo Box Dimensions

Box Width (Wheelhousings)
45.9 in
43.3 in
Box Height (Area)
34 in
34.8 in

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
38 ft
35.4 ft

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Steel Wheels
Front Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
17" x 7"
Rear Wheel Size
18" x 7.5"
17" x 7"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Double Wishbone

Tires

Front Tire
P245/60HR18
P225/60HR17
Rear Tire
P245/60HR18
P225/60HR17
Spare Tire
Compact
Compact

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Crystal Black Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Ice Silver Metallic
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic
  • Cascade Green Silica
  • Crystal White Pearl
  • Horizon Blue Pearl
  • Magnetite Gray Metallic

Standard Interior Materials

  • Slate Black, Cloth Upholstery
  • Gray, Cloth Upholstery

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Hard Disk Drive Media Storage
Standard
Not Available
Satellite Radio
Standard
Not Available
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Standard
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Rear A/C
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
5 Years / Unlimited Miles
Drivetrain
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
3 Years / 36,000 Miles
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