2025 Ford Expedition vs. 2025 Subaru Ascent Review

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2025 Ford
Expedition

MSRP*: $57,345 to $83,975
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2025 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $39,995 to $52,050
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MPG - City Info not available 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 - 8 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 108.5 ft3 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 400-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 440-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 400 - 440 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 6,100 - 9,600 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 209.9 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 81.5 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 43.9 in
Rear 41.1 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 41.8 in
Rear 40.0 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
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Expedition than in the Subaru Ascent. The Ford Expedition will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Subaru Ascent.

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 Expedition will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Ascent, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the Ford Expedition is much wider than the Subaru Ascent, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the Ford Expedition, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru Ascent.

Handling
The Ford Expedition has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Ascent, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Ford Expedition is clearly the choice over the Subaru Ascent for pulling heavy loads. When it comes to horsepower, the Ford Expedition greatly out-muscles the Subaru Ascent.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the Ford Expedition does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Ascent.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Ford Expedition and the Subaru Ascent. With the Ford Expedition, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Subaru Ascent.