2024 Subaru
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2025 Subaru
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| MPG - City | 19 - 20 MPG | 25 - 26 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 26 MPG | 32 - 33 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 | 69.1 - 74.4 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 260 hp | 180 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs | 1,500 - 3,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 196.8 in | 182.7 - 183.3 in |
| Exterior Width | 76.0 in | 72.0 - 72.2 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in |
Front 43.3 in
Rear 39.4 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 in |
Front 40.0 - 41.2 in
Rear 37.6 - 39.6 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
The Subaru Ascent offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Subaru Forester, with comparable head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Subaru Ascent and the Subaru Forester.
Convenience
The Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester.
Dimensions
Since the Subaru Ascent is much wider than the Subaru Forester, 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 Subaru Forester.
Handling
The Subaru Ascent has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Forester, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Subaru Forester for pulling heavy loads.
When it comes to horsepower, the Subaru Ascent greatly out-muscles the Subaru Forester.
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 Subaru Forester.
Utility
The Subaru Ascent offers greater seating capacity than the Subaru Forester, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Subaru Ascent has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Forester.