2024 Subaru Ascent vs. 2024 Toyota Venza Review

Picture of the 2024 Subaru Ascent

2024 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $34,395 to $48,695
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Picture of the 2024 Toyota Venza

2024 Toyota
Venza

MSRP*: $35,070 to $43,215
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 40 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 55.1 ft3
Engine
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 219-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gas/Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Continuously Variable Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 260 hp 219 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 5,000 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 196.8 in 186.6 in
Exterior Width 76.0 in 73.0 in
Leg Room Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 40.9 in
Rear 37.8 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 in
Front 38.6 in
Rear 39.0 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 Subaru Ascent offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Toyota Venza, with comparable head- and legroom. The Subaru Ascent will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Toyota Venza.

Convenience
The Toyota Venza requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Subaru Ascent, making it more convenient to drive.

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 Subaru Ascent is somewhat more expensive than the Toyota Venza.

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

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

Performance
The Subaru Ascent has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Venza.

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

Utility
The Subaru Ascent offers greater seating capacity than the Toyota Venza, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. With the Subaru Ascent, you'll be able to haul more equipment or luggage than the Toyota Venza.