Subaru Ascent 2022– car dimensions: 4999 mm long, 1930 mm wide and 1819 mm high. Unladen weight is 2,009 kg. Braked towing is 907 kg.
The Base seats eight on cloth with a 6.5-inch touchscreen that includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Tri-zone automatic climate control is standard. EyeSight brings adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking and lane keep assist on every model. A rear vision camera is fitted as standard. Blind-spot warning starts on Premium.
With all seats up the Base holds 504 liters behind the third row. Fold the second and third rows for a maximum of 2141 liters, plus under-floor storage.
The Base is rated to tow 907 kg braked. Payload is 712 kg. Higher trims reach 2268 kg braked when equipped with the cooler. Trailer Stability Assist is standard. X-MODE and 8.7 inches of ground clearance support light trail and family work use.
The Base cabin seats eight on cloth upholstery with a second-row bench. It has a 6-way manual driver seat and 4-way manual passenger seat plus tri-zone automatic climate control with air filtration and vents in every row. There are 19 cup and bottle holders, a cabin-view mirror, four USB ports, and a 6.5-inch touchscreen. The space feels open and practical for family use with flat-folding seats, though the third row is tight for adults.
EPA fuel economy 21 city/27 highway/23 combined mpg on regular 87-octane unleaded with 19.3-gallon tank
Oil and filter change plus tire rotation every 6,000 miles
IIHS Top Safety Pick+ with Good ratings in crash tests
NHTSA 5-star overall (5 frontal/side, 4 rollover)
Standard EyeSight with adaptive cruise, pre-collision braking, lane keep assist, and lane centering
Standard Symmetrical AWD, VDC, seven airbags, and rear-seat reminder
The Base Ascent runs on regular unleaded fuel and returns 21/27/23 mpg with its 18-inch wheels. The 19.3-gallon tank supports typical family hauling and light towing up to 2,000 pounds.
Service follows a 6,000-mile or 6-month interval for oil and filter changes along with tire rotations. Cabin filter and other inspections come at 12,000 miles, with larger items like brake fluid and air filter at 30,000 miles.
Safety starts with standard EyeSight Driver Assist Technology covering adaptive cruise with lane centering, pre-collision braking, lane departure warning, and lane keep assist. The structure earned IIHS Top Safety Pick+ status and a NHTSA 5-star overall rating. Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, Vehicle Dynamics Control, Trailer Stability Assist, and a full set of airbags including a driver knee bag are also standard.
Keeping the car means sticking to the mileage-based schedule for fluids and filters while relying on the standard AWD and stability systems for year-round use. The Base keeps things simple with cloth seats and manual adjustments that are easy to maintain.
Length 4999 mm, Width 1930 mm, Height 1819 mm, Wheelbase 2891 mm (Ascent 2022-present)
Sources: manufacturer data, Subaru of America 2022 Subaru Ascent Specifications sheet, 2022 Ascent brochure: airbags, unleaded 87-octane gasoline and Autumn Green Metallic paint, 2022 Ascent Owner’s Manual: fuel tank 19.3 US gal.