2025 Ford Bronco vs. 2025 Subaru Ascent Review

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2025 Ford
Bronco

MSRP*: $38,995 to $79,995
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2025 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $39,995 to $52,050
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MPG - City 15 - 20 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 21 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 52.3 - 83.0 ft3 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 275-hp, 2.3-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 315-hp, 2.7-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 418-hp, 3.0-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 275 - 418 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 - 4,500 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 173.7 - 191.0 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 75.9 - 85.7 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 43.1 in
Rear 35.7 - 36.3 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 41.0 - 43.3 in
Rear 39.8 - 41.1 in
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
The Ford Bronco offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Ascent, with comparable head- and legroom. The Ford Bronco will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Subaru Ascent.

Convenience
With the Subaru Ascent, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Ford Bronco, due to its tank size and fuel economy.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The Ford Bronco is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Ascent.

Dimensions
The Ford Bronco is about the same width as the Subaru Ascent. The Ford Bronco is slightly shorter than the Subaru Ascent, which may make it easier to park.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Ford Bronco for pulling heavy loads. The Ford Bronco has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Ascent.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Bronco transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Ascent.

Utility
The Ford Bronco has less seating than the Subaru Ascent, making the Subaru Ascent the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Ford Bronco has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Ascent.