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2023 Subaru Ascent Model Review
A large SUV with adventure-loving style, versatility, and legendary Subaru safety DNA, the 2023 Subaru Ascent is an ideal transporter for today’s active family. Learn what makes this seven- or eight-passenger vehicle stand out in this model review and on our Ascent trims page, and if you like what you see, come explore the new Ascent in person at Grand Subaru in Bensenville, IL.
Search our Ascent inventory to locate a trim that interests you and contact us at (888) 840-3934 or send us a chat message to schedule a test drive. We’ll have it ready for you when you arrive. View our hours of operation and directions to plan your visit.
2023 Subaru Ascent Interior Features
There’s a lot to love about the in-cabin experience in the 2023 Subaru Ascent. For example, you’ll find cloth, stain resistant cloth, water-repellent, or leather-trimmed seating material options to meet your family’s unique needs or personal preferences.
Depending on the trim level you choose, also find:
- Power tilt/sliding panoramic moonroof
- Push-button engine start
- Tri-zone climate control
- Six-speaker audio system or nine-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system
- Illuminated front row USB-A and USB-C input ports
- Second- and third-row charging ports
- Electric power assisted steering with three-spoke design wheel featuring integrated controls
- Heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel upgrades
- Heated, ventilated front seats and heated outboard second-row seats
- Eight- or twelve-way power adjustable front seats
- Two-position driver’s seat and power mirror memory
- Reclining second- and third-row 60/40 split flat-folding seatbacks
- Simulated leather interior accent trim
2023 Subaru Ascent Dimensions & Cargo Space
Along with a spacious, roomy interior and a flexible cabin that expands your cargo carrying ability, the three-row 2023 Subaru Ascent is ideal for moving people or carrying bulky items like rolled up rugs, flea market finds, or baby gear. Convenient storage solutions are also available, like a rear cargo area underfloor storage tray or outside roof rails for mounting a cargo carrier, bikes, kayaks, or skis. An available cargo net lets you keep grocery bags or gear contained while you’re driving or making sharp turns.
| Cargo Volume* | 17.8 / 43.5 / 75.6 cu.-ft. |
|---|---|
| Passenger volume | 153.2 cu.-ft. |
| Headroom* | 41.4 / 40 / 36.2 in. |
| Legroom* | 42.2 / 38.6 / 31.7 in. |
*Cargo volume measurements reflect behind the rear seat, when the third row is folded down, and when the second and third rows are folded down. Headroom and legroom measurements reflect front/second/rear. Measurements vary slightly by trim.
2023 Subaru Ascent Engine Options & Towing Capacity
The same powertrain ― featuring a powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with a continuously variable transmission and symmetrical all-wheel drive with system-optimizing X-MODE® technology ― can be found under the hood of each 2023 Subaru Ascent trim option.
Other standard equipment for optimizing vehicle stability, handling, and motion includes a traction control system, hill descent control, and vehicle dynamics control with active torque vectoring.
| Engine | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® I4 |
|---|---|
| Horsepower | 260 HP |
| Torque | 277 lb.-ft. |
| Max. Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs. |
2023 Subaru Ascent Reliability & Safety
The 2023 Subaru Ascent received top safety ratings across the categories of frontal, side, and overall crash protection from the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA).
Standard on all 2023 Subaru Ascent trims is the EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology suite. A DriverFocus® distraction mitigation system is also offered with the Limited, Onyx Edition Limited, and Touring trims, which leverages camera and sensor technology to monitor your facial expressions for signs of fatigue or distracted driving.
Other safety features include:
- Whiplash-reduction front seats with height and tilt-adjustable head restraints
- High beam assist
- Reverse automatic braking
- Vehicle dynamics control system
- Brake assist
- Brake override system
- Blind spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross-traffic alert
- SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security in-vehicle services
- Tire pressure monitoring system
- Surround view monitor
- Rear vision camera with washer
- Child seat LATCH system
2023 Subaru Ascent Available Color Options
Exterior Colors
- Crystal Black Silica
- Magnetite Gray Metallic
- Autumn Green Metallic
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Dark Mahogany Pearl
- Crystal White Pearl
- Cosmic Blue Pearl
- Crimson Red Pearl
2023 Subaru Ascent Trim Levels Offered
Select a trim option that has the features and passenger seating you desire. To learn about trim features, visit our 2023 Ascent trims page.
Base
$33,895
Starting MSRP
Premium (8 passengers)
$36,495
Starting MSRP
Premium (7 passengers)
$37,955
Starting MSRP
Onyx Edition
$41,295
Starting MSRP
Limited (8 passengers)
$41,595
Starting MSRP
Limited (7 passengers)
$41,595
Starting MSRP
Onyx Edition Limited
$46,295
Starting MSRP
Touring
$48,195
Starting MSRP
2022 Subaru Ascent Review | Color Options, Features & Models for Sale
Are you looking for a versatile three-row SUV that’s equally at home conquering mountain trails and city streets? Look no further than the 2022 Subaru Ascent, the largest and most spacious vehicle in the Subaru lineup. The Ascent combines the all-wheel drive (AWD) all-weather capability of a Subaru with the power and capacity of a full-size SUV.
If you love the 2022 Subaru Ascent and are looking to schedule a test drive, the team at Grand Subaru in Bensenville, IL, can help. You can look through the Subaru Ascent trim levels, decide on which one is the best match for you, then peruse the available models in our Subaru Ascent inventory. If you have any questions, give us a call at (888) 840-3934 or reach out to us online.
New 2022 Subaru Ascent Key Features
New for 2022, Subaru offers the Ascent Onyx Edition. Captivating black-out exterior styling is paired with 20-inch wheels and convenience features like a heated steering wheel and hands-free power liftgate to provide a truly unique look and experience. And the 2022 Ascent is available with high-tech features like 4G LTE Wi-Fi® capability, the STARLINK® multimedia system, and a 14-speaker Harman Kardon® QuantumLogic® Surround audio system.
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2022 Subaru Ascent Interior Features Available
You’ll find an array of amenities in the cabin of the 2022 Subaru Ascent that will help make every trip you take a comfortable and relaxing one. Available interior features include:
- Tri-zone climate control with air vents for all three rows
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat with memory
- Heated fold-flat second-row captain’s chairs
- Heated steering wheel
- Power liftgate with height memory function
- StarTex® or leather-trimmed upholstery
- Wood grain patterned accent trim
- Optional panoramic moonroof
2022 Subaru Ascent Third Row Seating & Cargo Space Available
The 2022 Subaru Ascent SUV seats either seven or eight people in three rows, with a bench seat or captain’s chairs available for the second row. Cargo volume is impressive: 17.8 cubic feet behind the third row, 47.5 cubic feet with the third row folded flat, and a cavernous 86.5 cubic feet of cargo volume with the second and third rows folded down.
2022 Subaru Ascent Engine Specs Available
The 2022 Subaru Ascent comes with a standard four-cylinder engine designed for both performance and fuel economy. And for excellent all-weather and off-road handling, all trim levels of the Ascent feature Symmetrical AWD with X-MODE®. Engine specs for the 2022 Ascent are:
| Engine | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® four-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Transmission | Lineartronic® CVT (continuously variable transmission) |
| Horsepower | 260 HP |
| Torque | 277 lb.-ft. |
| Fuel Economy | 21 / 27 MPG (city/hwy) |
2022 Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity Available
Maximum towing capacity of the 2022 Subaru Ascent is an impressive 5,000 pounds. With features like trailer stability assist, hill descent control, and vehicle dynamics control, the Ascent is well equipped to haul your trailer or camper.
2022 Subaru Ascent Safety & Technology Features Available
Settle into the driver’s seat of the 2022 Subaru Ascent and you’ll discover plenty of modern technology, including both convenience and safety features. Available tech features include:
- STARLINK multimedia system with 6.5- or 8-in. touchscreen display
- Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ capabilities
- Bluetooth® audio streaming and hands-free phone connectivity
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio and Travel Link®
- 14-speaker Harman Kardon QuantumLogic Surround audio system
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi capability
- Optional wireless smartphone charger
- Keyless PIN code vehicle access with push-button start
- EyeSight® driver assist technology
- Pre-collision braking system with throttle management
- Lane departure and sway warning
- Advanced adaptive cruise control with lane centering
- Blind spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross traffic alert
Exterior Colors
Click to change vehicle color- Crystal White Pearl
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Magnetite Grey Metallic
- Autumn Green Metallic
- Abyss Blue Pearl
- Crimson Red Pearl
- Crystal Black Silica
- Brilliant Bronze Metallic
2021 Subaru Ascent: Specs, Design, Features, & Color Options
Whether you’re driving the family around town, or hitting the highway for a weekend getaway, the 2021 Subaru Ascent is ready to take you there. To help you learn more about everything this versatile midsize SUV has to offer, Grand Subaru has compiled everything you need to know in our 2021 Ascent review page. To speak with the team at our dealership in Bensenville, IL, call (888) 840-3934 or send us a message online.
2021 Subaru Ascent Performance Specs & Towing Capacity
Every 2021 Ascent model is powered by a dynamic 2.4L turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Using Subaru’s signature BOXER® layout and paired with symmetrical all-wheel drive and a Lineartronic® continuously variable transmission (CVT), the Ascent is ready to transform your daily drive. Ascent performance specs are as follows:
| Engine | 2.4L turbocharged BOXER 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower | 260 HP |
| Torque | 277 lb.-ft. of torque |
| Fuel Economy | 21 city / 27 hwy MPG |
| Max. Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs. |
2021 Subaru Ascent Size & Cargo Space
Available in both seven- and eight-passenger configurations, the 2021 Ascent has the space to accommodate large families and growing ones, as well. The easily configurable cabin, featuring 60/40 split-folding bench seats, also provides room for groceries, luggage, or whatever else you’re hauling. The 2021 Ascent measures in at 47.5 cubic feet of space behind the second row, and 86.5 cubic feet with both the second and third row folded down.
2021 Subaru Ascent Interior & Exterior Design
Designed with adventure in mind, the sculpted exterior of the 2021 Subaru Ascent will look good on both city streets and remote trails. To take the design to the next level, the Ascent can be equipped with the following exterior features:
- 18- or 20-in. wheels
- Daytime running lights
- LED steering responsive headlights
- LED fog lights
- Raised roof rails
- Sideview mirror-integrated turn signals
- Windshield wiper de-icer
Once inside, you and your passengers will be treated to a spacious, well-connected cabin space. From both functional upgrades and enjoyable amenities, you’ll find it all in the 2021 Ascent. Standard and available interior features include:
- Auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink® universal transceiver and available rearview camera display
- Cargo-area underfloor storage tray
- Cloth, stain-resistant cloth, or leather-trimmed upholstery
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Heated second-row seats
- Heated, leather-wrapped steering wheel with paddle shifters
- Leather-wrapped shifter handle
- Ivory carbon fiber, Ivory leather, or woodgrain-patterned interior accents
- Power tilt/slide panoramic glass moonroof
- Power rear gate with automatic close
2021 Subaru Ascent Safety Features & Rating
While 2021 ratings are yet to be released, past models of the Subaru Ascent have earned a 2020 Top Safety Pick+ by the Insurance Institute on Highway Safety (IIHS) and a 5-Star Overall Safety Rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In the 2021 version of this family-friendly SUV, you’ll find the EyeSight® driver assist technology standard on all models. Higher Ascent trims boast blind-spot detection, 180-degree front-view monitor, and reverse automatic braking.
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Contact a Specialist2021 Subaru Ascent Infotainment & Connectivity Tech
From behind the wheel of the 2021 Ascent, you’ll have a variety of connected technologies at your fingertips. Stay entertained and informed wherever you visit thanks to the following Ascent tech features:
- 6.5- or 8-in. touchscreen display
- Apple CarPlay® / Android Auto™ smartphone integration
- Bluetooth® wireless connectivity
- HD Radio™
- Integrated GPS navigation system
- Voice command
- SiriusXM® Satellite Radio
- Six- or Harman Kardon® 14-speaker Surround Sound audio system
- 4G LTE Wi-Fi® hotspot
2021 Subaru Ascent Color Options
Personalize your new SUV by wrapping the Ascent in your favorite exterior color option. Ascent paint options include:
- Crystal Black Silica
- Ice Silver Metallic
- Crystal White Pearl
- Crimson Red Pearl
- Magnetite Gray Metallic
- Abyss Blue Pearl
- Cinnamon Brown Pearl
- Brilliant Bronze Metallic
2021 Subaru Ascent 2021 Subaru Ascent for Sale near Chicago, IL
Grand Subaru is perfectly located to serve drivers looking for 2021 Subaru Ascent models for sale in Chicago, IL. Browse our Ascent inventory to see what’s available at our dealership in Bensenville, IL, and pair your favorite SUV with a monthly lease or finance offer to lock in a great monthly rate. To set up a test drive appointment or learn more, call (888) 840-3934 or send us a message online.
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The 2020 Subaru Ascent is an impressive addition to your daily drive, but what does this all-new model have to offer? Grand Subaru reviewed this model and key features included for your research benefit. Our new inventory will include the 2020 Ascent that you'll be excited to drive, and the trim lineup will surely have an Ascent that will satisfy your day-to-day routine. If you have any questions regarding the capabilities of this SUV, feel free to give our team a call at (888) 840-3934 or contact us online .
2020 Subaru Ascent Highlights
Up to 27 MPG- You can go the distance with the 2020 Subaru Ascent. This SUV includes fuel efficiency that will save you big at the pump and encourage your adventurous spirit.
Up to 260 HP- Power and precision can be found in the 2020 Subaru Ascent. When you've settled inside this SUV, the performance will take you to the next level.
Seats eight- The comfort of you and seven passengers is a requirement, and the 2020 Subaru Ascent delivers. Cushy, relaxing interior options are available with this remarkable SUV.
86.5 cu.-ft. of cargo space- If you've been searching for an SUV with ample cargo space, then look no further than the 2020 Subaru Ascent. Spacial worries are a thing of the past with the Ascent!
2020 Subaru Ascent Interior Design
Heated and ventilated front seats as well as a heated steering wheel will offer great comfort when you settle behind the wheel of the 2020 Subaru Ascent. You can also take advantage of a ten-way power driver seat with power lumbar and two-way memory. You'll enjoy situating yourself in the leather-trimmed captain's chairs.
Subaru Ascent Safety
With standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology, the 2020 Subaru Ascent is here to ensure you have complete control on the road. You can also enjoy blind-spot detection with lane change assist and rear cross-traffic alert in addition to reverse automatic braking and an 180-degree front view monitor.
Subaru Ascent Engine Option
While the 2020 Subaru Ascent only provides one engine option, you'll be satisfied with the 260 HP and 277 lb.-ft. of torque that this 2.4L turbocharged DOHC has to offer. Fuel efficiency is built to impress with 21 MPG city and 27 MPG highway.
Special Offers & Local Deals
Discovering an offer that will save you big on the innovative 2020 Subaru Ascent is easy with Grand Subaru's help! Our dealership near Chicago, IL, includes numerous special offers that will save you big on the Ascent model you've been looking at. Feel free to reach out to our team with any questions you may have by calling (888) 840-3934 .
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Grand Subaru Subaru Ascent for Sale
You can find the 2023 Subaru Ascent for sale near Chicago, IL, at Grand Subaru. Check out the Subaru Ascent inventory at our dealership in Bensenville, IL, and if you’d like to see the Ascent for yourself, you can schedule a test drive online. Have any questions? We’d love to answer them. Just give us a call at (888) 840-3934 or chat live with us online.
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