2025 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2025 Subaru Ascent Review

Picture of the 2025 Jeep Wrangler

2025 Jeep
Wrangler

MSRP*: $32,095 to $99,995
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2025 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $39,995 to $52,050
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MPG - City 13 - 20 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 16 - 23 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 4 - 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 31.7 - 72.4 ft3 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 270-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 285-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 470-hp, 6.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic, Manual Continuously Variable
Drivetrain Four Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 270 - 470 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 3,500 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 166.8 - 188.4 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 73.9 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 40.8 - 41.2 in
Rear 35.7 - 38.3 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 40.8 - 42.6 in
Rear 40.3 - 41.7 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 Jeep Wrangler offers a bit more room for passengers in the back seat than the Subaru Ascent. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Jeep Wrangler and the Subaru Ascent.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Jeep Wrangler as you will with the Subaru Ascent, as they are both able to travel similar distances on a tank of gas.

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). Whether you pick the Jeep Wrangler or the Subaru Ascent, it's going to cost you about the same.

Dimensions
Since the Jeep Wrangler is much slimmer than the Subaru Ascent, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Jeep Wrangler is slightly shorter than the Subaru Ascent, which may make it easier to park.

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

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

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

Utility
The Jeep Wrangler has less seating than the Subaru Ascent, making the Subaru Ascent the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. You'll be able to fit about the same amount of groceries in the Jeep Wrangler as you will in the Subaru Ascent.