2026 Genesis GV70 vs. 2025 Subaru Ascent Review

Picture of the 2026 Genesis GV70

2026 Genesis
GV70

MSRP*: $47,895 to $70,095
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2025 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $38,910 to $49,995
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MPG - City 18 - 22 MPG 19 - 20 MPG
MPG - Hwy 24 - 28 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 7 - 8 seats
Cargo Space 56.9 ft3 72.8 - 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 300-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 375-hp, 3.5-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 300 - 375 hp 260 hp
Towing Capacity 3,500 lbs 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 185.6 in 196.8 in
Exterior Width 75.2 in 76.0 in
Leg Room Front 41.3 in
Rear 37.2 in
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Head Room Front 38.6 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.1 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Ascent than in the Genesis GV70, due to its greater head- and legroom. The Subaru Ascent will be a hit with tall drivers and their front seat passengers, since it has greater front head- and legroom than the Genesis GV70.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Genesis GV70 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). The Genesis GV70 is somewhat more expensive than the Subaru Ascent.

Dimensions
The Genesis GV70 is a little narrower than the Subaru Ascent, so you'll have an easier time getting in and out of the car in a tight parking spot. If you go with the Genesis GV70, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Subaru Ascent.

Handling
The Genesis GV70 has the same turning radius as the Subaru Ascent, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Genesis GV70 for pulling heavy loads. The Genesis GV70 has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Ascent.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Genesis GV70 transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Subaru Ascent.

Utility
The Genesis GV70 has less seating than the Subaru Ascent, making the Subaru Ascent the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers. The Genesis GV70 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Ascent.