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2023 Subaru Ascent vs. 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport Review

Picture of the 2023 Subaru Ascent

2023 Subaru
Ascent

MSRP*: $33,895 to $48,195
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Picture of the 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport

2023 Volkswagen
Atlas Cross Sport

MSRP*: $34,460 to $51,625
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MPG - City 19 - 20 MPG 18 - 21 MPG
MPG - Hwy 25 - 26 MPG 24 - 25 MPG
Seating Capacity 7 - 8 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 77.8 ft3
Engine
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 235-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 276-hp, 3.6-liter, V6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 260 hp 235 - 276 hp
Towing Capacity 2,000 - 5,000 lbs 2,000 - 5,000 lbs
Exterior Length 196.8 in 195.5 in
Exterior Width 76.0 in 78.3 in
Leg Room Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in
Front 41.7 in
Rear 40.4 in
Head Room Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 in
Front 39.4 in
Rear 37.8 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 back seat may find themselves a little more cramped in the Subaru Ascent than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The Subaru Ascent offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Dimensions
Since the Subaru Ascent is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. When looking at overall length, the Subaru Ascent takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Handling
The Subaru Ascent has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, allowing you to more easily maneuver 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 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, since they have about the same towing capacity. The Subaru Ascent has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Subaru Ascent transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport.

Utility
The Subaru Ascent offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around. The Subaru Ascent has less cargo space than the Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.