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2026 Subaru Ascent
SUV · 2019–2027
Trims and features
What changed for 2026
- Starting prices: −$55 to +$800 (2 trims; hover for each)
- New trim: Limited Bronze Edition
- Trim dropped: Bronze Edition
- Trim dropped: Onyx Edition
- Engine: 2.4-liter Direct Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine → 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine (Touring, Onyx Edition Touring)
- Engine: 2.4-liter Direct Injection Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine → 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder (Limited, Premium)
- Cargo behind last row: 17.6 cu ft → 42.1 cu ft (Limited)
- Seats: Cloth → Synthetic Leather (Premium)
2026 Ascent trims
| Limited | Limited Bronze Edition | Onyx Edition Touring | Premium | Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||
| Starting MSRP | from $47,885 | $48,995 | $51,995 | from $40,795 | $51,165 |
| Powertrain | |||||
| Engine | 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine | 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine | 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cylinder | 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER engine |
| Horsepower | 260 hp | 260 hp | 260 hp | 260 hp | 260 hp |
| Torque | 277 lb-ft | 277 lb-ft | 277 lb-ft | 277 lb-ft | 277 lb-ft |
| Transmission | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT | Lineartronic CVT |
| Drivetrain | 8 / 7 | Awd | Awd | 8 / 7 | Awd |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Seats | 8: 8 7: 7 | 7 | 7 | 8: 8 7: 7 | 7 |
| Max towing | 5,000 lb | 5,000 lb | 5,000 lb | 5,000 lb | 5,000 lb |
| Cargo behind last row | 42.1 cu ft | — | — | 17.8 cu ft | — |
| Max cargo | 72.8 cu ft | — | — | 75.6 cu ft | — |
| Third-row legroom | 31.7 in | — | — | 31.7 in | — |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in | 8.7 in |
| Length | 196.8 in | — | — | 196.8 in | — |
| Curb weight | 8: 4,603 lb 7: 4,587 lb | — | — | 8: 4,466 lb 7: 4,450 lb | — |
| Tech | |||||
| Touchscreen | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in | 11.6 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Audio | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | — | Harman Kardon |
| Speakers | 14 | — | 14 | 6 | 14 |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert | Blind Spot Alert |
| Automatic emergency braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking | Automatic Emergency Braking |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert | Rear Cross-Traffic Alert |
| 360-degree camera | Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera | — | Surround View Camera |
| Comfort | |||||
| Seats | Leather | Synthetic Leather | — | Synthetic Leather | Leather |
| Heated seats | Front, Second Row Outboard | Front, Second Row Outboard | Front, Second Row Outboard | Front | Front, Second Row Outboard |
| Ventilated seats | — | — | Front | — | Front |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | — | Driver Seat |
| Climate zones | 3 | — | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Second row | 8: Bench Seat 7: Captain's Chairs | — | Captain's Chairs | 8: Bench Seat 7: Captain's Chairs | Captain's Chairs |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | Panoramic Moonroof | — | — | — | Panoramic Moonroof |
| Power liftgate | Power Liftgate | — | — | Power Liftgate | — |
| Wheels | 20 in | 20 in | 20 in | 18 in | 20 in |
Packages and options (44)
| Limited | Limited Bronze Edition | Onyx Edition Touring | Premium | Touring | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Popular Package #2 $1,027 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ascent Front License Plate Bracket $59 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror with Approach Light $344 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Body Side Molding $313 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crossbar Set - Aero $356 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Edge Guards $187 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Projector Lights - Front $275 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| LED Upgrade $107 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Cover $176 | Optional | — | — | — | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Cover - Black Chrome $176 | — | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Splash Guards $198 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Trailer Hitch $711 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| All-Weather Floor Liners $176 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Area Lighting - LED $244 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover $232 | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Cargo Net $84 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $156 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Scuff Protector $168 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| First Aid Kit $47 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Footwell Illumination Kit $242 | Optional | Optional | — | Optional | — |
| Illuminated Cargo Sill $359 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Seatback Protector $170 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Seatback Protector-2nd $170 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Seatback Protector - 3rd Row Bench $170 | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Side Sill Plates $152 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sunshade - 3rd Row $56 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sunshade - Windshield $82 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| USB Charge Port - 3rd Row $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| USB Charging Ports $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wireless Charger $321 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Autumn Green Metallic | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crimson Red Pearl | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crystal Black Silica | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Crystal White Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Dark Mahogany Brown Pearl | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Ice Silver Metallic | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Magnetite Gray Metallic | Optional | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sapphire Blue Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Black StarTex | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Black StarTex with Bronze Stitch | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Java Brown Nappa Leather | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Slate Nappa Leather | — | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| Slate Black Leather | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Warm Ivory Leather | Optional | — | — | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem configurator, Oem press release, Oem press release, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Year by year
| Year | Engines | Drive | Fuel economy | Crash rating | Recalls | Owner complaints | Collision warning | CarPlay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 260 hp | AWD | 21–22 mpg | 5 of 5 | 0 | 0 | — | — |
| 2026 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 260 hp | AWD | 21–22 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 3 | Standard | — |
| 2025 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 260 hp | AWD | 21–22 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 15 | Standard | Yes |
| 2024 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 260 hp | AWD | 21–22 mpg | 5 of 5 | 1 | 50 | Standard | Yes |
| 2023 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 260 hp | AWD | 21–22 mpg | 5 of 5 | 4 | 45 | Standard | Yes |
| 2022 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 260 hp | AWD | 22–23 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 55 | Standard | Yes |
| 2021 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 260 hp | AWD | 22–23 mpg | 5 of 5 | 2 | 102 | Standard | Yes |
| 2020 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 260 hp | AWD | 22–23 mpg | 5 of 5 | 5 | 322 | Standard | Yes |
| 2019 | 2.4L 4-cyl turbo, 260 hp | AWD | 22–23 mpg | 5 of 5 | 9 | 441 | Standard | Yes |
Owner complaints are unverified reports to NHTSA and aren't adjusted for how many were sold, so compare years of the same model: a tall bar marks a year owners had more trouble with. Collision warning: forward collision warning as NHTSA lists it ("Some versions": standard on some). Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Apple.
Apple lists CarPlay for: Ascent 2019–2025 (Apple).
Every NHTSA-rated version: crash ratings, safety tech, recalls, complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | SUBARU ASCENT SUV ICE AWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | SUBARU ASCENT SUV N/A AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 3 |
| 2025 | Subaru Ascent SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 15 |
| 2024 | Subaru Ascent SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 50 |
| 2023 | Subaru Ascent SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 4 | 45 |
| 2022 | Subaru Ascent SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 55 |
| 2021 | Subaru Ascent SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 102 |
| 2020 | Subaru Ascent SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 322 |
| 2019 | Subaru Ascent SUV AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 9 | 441 |
Source: NHTSA.
Every EPA-rated version: engines and combined mpg
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Ascent | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2027 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2026 | Ascent | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2026 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2025 | Ascent | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2025 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2024 | Ascent | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2024 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2023 | Ascent | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2023 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 21 |
| 2022 | Ascent | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2022 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2021 | Ascent | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2021 | Ascent Limited/Touring | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2020 | Ascent | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2020 | Ascent Limited/Touring | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 22 |
| 2019 | Ascent | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 23 |
| 2019 | Ascent Limited/Touring | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L, Turbo | 22 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.