New Subaru Ascent: Adventure-Ready Family SUV in Natick

Comfort, versatility, safety, and capability are just a few reasons Massachusetts Subaru owners love what they drive. The midsize three-row Ascent delivers all the factors that make a Subaru a Subaru with even more space and practicality. As one of the segment's most well-rounded options, the Ascent offers a capacious cabin, configurable cargo space, and real all-season capability thanks to standard features like Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive, X-MODE traction control, and 8.7-inches of ground clearance. It also comes standard with the Subaru EyeSight® suite of advanced driver-assist technologies.

If you love the adventurous character of models like Forester and Outback but need additional seatbelts for your larger family, you'll love what the new Subaru Ascent has to offer.

Performance

Under the hood, a turbocharged 2.4-liter BOXER® powerplant (260 horsepower, 277 pound-feet of torque) pairs with a responsive Lineartronic® transmission to provide plenty of internal motivation for quick and confident freeway merges. Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel-Drive delivers sure-footed handling in a variety of conditions. And when your adventures take you beyond the asphalt, standard Subaru X-MODE enhances control in low-traction off-road situations. Properly equipped, the Subaru Ascent can tow up to 5,000 pounds.

Midsize three-row SUVs aren't typically selected for their fuel economy. Still, even with standard AWD, the Subaru Ascent achieves impressive efficiency for its class, exceeding many segment competitors with EPA-estimated ratings of 21 mpg city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined¹.

Interior and Versatility

The Ascent's spacious and refined cabin provides pleasant accommodations for up to eight people, with split-folding and reclining second and third rows and several storage solutions for added practicality. Nicely cushioned and supportive seats, ample roominess, and an attractive modern design make it so you won't mind passing the miles on your Belmont or Brookline commutes. And if you don't need the final seat belt and wish to open up the cabin even more, second-row captain's chairs are available for Premium and Limited and standard in Onyx Edition and Touring.

The Ascent reserves 18 cubic feet for your luggage or groceries with all seats in use, expanding capacity to 47.5 with the third row folded. With all rear seats folded, max capacity reaches 86.5 cubic feet. And for gear that won't fit inside, Ascent comes standard with raised roof rails.

Infotainment and Safety Technology

Subaru STARLINK® Multimedia makes it easy to stay connected and enjoy your favorite playlists or podcast while on the move. Or, if you prefer the familiar interface of your smartphone, standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto seamlessly integrate apps and features like hands-free communication, Google and Apple Maps, streaming media, and more.

Subaru models are renowned for their safety, and the Ascent has the track record to prove it. With sophisticated chassis and frame construction and a full suite of standard driving aids, the Ascent has earned the IIHS' highest Top Safety Pick+ rating every year of production. No matter which trim you choose, you'll get advanced safety and driver-assist technologies like:

• Pre Collision Braking and Throttle Management
• Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering
• Lane-departure and Sway Warning
• Lane Keep Assist
• Steering-adaptive LED headlights with High Beam Assist

Trim Level Highlights

Subaru organizes the Ascent's amenities across five nicely equipped trim levels. Here's a quick look at some of each tier's notable features.

Ascent (base)

• 8-passenger seating
• 18-inch Silver finish alloy wheels
• LED Steering Responsive Headlights
• Raised roof rails
• Tri-zone automatic climate control
• 6.5-inch STARLINK® Multimedia system
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Subaru EyeSight® (Pre Collision Braking, Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering,  Lane-departure and Sway Warning, Lane Keep Assist)

Premium

• Available 7-passenger seating
• 18-inch Gray machine finish alloy wheels
• Heated side mirrors
• 8-way power-adjustable driver seat
• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Heated front seats
• 8-inch STARLINK® touchscreen
• Blind Spot Detection with Lane-Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
• Proximity keyless entry (optional for 8-seat models)
• Reverse Automatic Braking (optional for 8-seat models)

Onyx Edition

• 7-passenger seating
• 20-inch Black finish alloy wheels
• Black exterior accents
• LED Fog Lights
• Keyless proximity entry with pin-code access
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Heated steering wheel
• Second and third-row USB ports
• Water-repellent StarTex® simulated-leather upholstery
• Reverse automatic emergency braking

Limited

Builds on Premium with:

• 7 or 8 seats (no-cost option)
• 20-inch Dark Gray machine finish wheels
• LED fog lights
• Keyless proximity entry with pin-code access
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Leather upholstery
• Heated steering wheel
• Power-adjustable 10-way driver/4-way passenger front seats
• Heated second-row seats
• Reverse automatic emergency braking

Touring

• 7-passenger seating
• Ventilated front seats
• STARLINK® navigation
• Digital rearview camera mirror
• 180-degree Front-View Monitor
• 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system
• 120-volt AC power outlet

Test-Drive a New Subaru Ascent near Norwood, MA

For questions about the new Subaru Ascent and its available configuration options and reservation opportunities, please reach out to MetroWest Subaru at your convenience. If you'd like to get behind the wheel to experience the Ascent's accommodations and amenities for yourself, we welcome you to visit our Natick Subaru dealership for a test drive. We'll be happy to show you around.

^{1Based on EPA estimates of base model. For comparison purposes only. Mileage will vary depending on driving conditions, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.}