2024 Subaru
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2024 Toyota
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| MPG - City | 19 - 20 MPG | 35 - 36 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 26 MPG | 34 - 35 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 | Continuously Variable |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 260 hp | 243 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs | 3,500 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 196.8 in | 194.9 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 Hybrid.
The Subaru Ascent offers just a little more front head- and legroom than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making it a little more comfortable for the driver and front passenger.
Convenience
With the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, you will definitely be making fewer stops at the gas station than with the Subaru Ascent, due to its tank size and fuel economy.
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 Hybrid.
Dimensions
The Subaru Ascent is about the same width as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.
When looking at overall length, the Subaru Ascent takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.
Handling
The Subaru Ascent has the same turning radius as the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, so they both maneuver the same in and out of tight spots.
Performance
When considering towing capacity, the Subaru Ascent is clearly the choice over the Toyota Highlander Hybrid for pulling heavy loads.
The Subaru Ascent has a little more horsepower than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid.
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 Highlander Hybrid.
Utility
The Subaru Ascent has less seating than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, making the Toyota Highlander Hybrid the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.
The Subaru Ascent has less cargo space than the Toyota Highlander Hybrid, which is okay if you don't need to move a lot in one trip.