The Ascent is Subaru’s largest SUV and offers three-rows of seating for a starting MSRP of $32,295. For the new model year, the 2021 Ascent comes in four individual trim packages: Base, Premium, Limited, and Touring. The 2021 Subaru Ascent is standard with a host of driver assistance technologies as well.

Here is a look at everything the new Ascent offers, which should be an attractive option for buyers in the market for a new SUV.

2021 Subaru Ascent: Under The Hood

The 2021 Ascent comes standard with a 2.4-liter turbocharged Boxer engine, which produces 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft. of torque. The Ascent’s Boxer engine is paired to a Lineartronic CVT (continuously variable transmission), which features an eight-speed manual mode and steering wheel paddle shifters. This pairing provides the Ascent with a 5,000 lbs. towing capacity with standard Trailer Stability Assist.
Does The 2021 Subaru Ascent Have AWD"

Subaru’s Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive and X-Mode with hill descent control are standard. The combination gives the new Ascent better traction in bad weather or during mild off-roading.

2021 Subaru Ascent. Photo: Subaru of America, Inc.

Gas Mileage of The 2021 Subaru Ascent

With EPA fuel economy ratings of 21/27 city/highway on all Base and Premium models with 18-inch wheels and 20/26 city/highway with 20-inch wheels, it isn’t easy to call the Ascent a gas-guzzler. In fact, Subaru says drivers can go over 500 miles on a...