2024 Subaru
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2024 Toyota
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| MPG - City | 19 - 20 MPG | 21 - 22 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 26 MPG | 28 - 29 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 7 - 8 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 | 84.3 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 260 hp | 265 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs | 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 196.8 in | 194.9 - 197.4 in |
| Exterior Width | 76.0 in | 76.0 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in |
Front 42.0 in
Rear 38.7 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 in |
Front 38.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.1 - 39.4 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.
Comfort
Passengers in the back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Subaru Ascent than the Toyota Highlander.
The Subaru Ascent offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota Highlander, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Subaru Ascent as you will with the Toyota Highlander, 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). When looking only at MSRP, the Subaru Ascent will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Toyota Highlander.
Dimensions
The Subaru Ascent is about the same width as the Toyota Highlander.
When looking at overall length, the Subaru Ascent takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Highlander.
Handling
The Subaru Ascent has the same turning radius as the Toyota Highlander, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Subaru Ascent will do just as well as the Toyota Highlander, since they have about the same towing capacity.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Subaru Ascent and the Toyota Highlander.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the Subaru Ascent doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Toyota Highlander.
Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Subaru Ascent and the Toyota Highlander.
The Subaru Ascent has less cargo space than the Toyota Highlander, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.