Compare the Subaru Ascent vs the Competition

Compare the Subaru Ascent to its Competition at Carlsen Subaru in Redwood City, CA

The new Subaru Ascent is a premier three-row SUV that's built to fit the large needs of families and all other drivers alike, providing you with spacious and comfortable seating for up to eight passengers, ample cargo space, cutting-edge technology and safety features, and a strong performance that you can take anywhere. At Carlsen Subaru, we have large selection of new Subaru Ascent models that we want to share with you, and with so much to offer in every model, we're sure that we have the one that's right for you.

When shopping for the right vehicle, it's important to have all the information about it before you make your decision. Part of that information is learning how the Subaru Ascent stacks up to the competition. That's why we're going to compare the new Ascent lineup to its top competitors, the Honda Pilot and Toyota RAV4. This way, you can see side by side some of the many things that the new Ascent lineup does the best, giving you a side by side look at what the Ascent lineup does best.

Subaru Ascent vs. Toyota Highlander

Subaru Ascent

Toyota Highlander

Subaru Ascent

Toyota Highlander

 Subaru AscentToyota Highlander/th>
Starting MSRP$42,095$44,020
Engine Power260 hp @ 5,600 rpm265 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Engine torque277 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm310 lb-ft @ 1,700 rpm
Transmissioncontinuously variable-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Fuel Economy (City/Hwy/Combined)19 / 25 / 21 MPG21 / 28 / 24 MPG
Fuel Capacity19.3 gal.17.9 gal.

*Comparison source: Edmunds (https://www.edmunds.com/car-comparisons/).

Performance

Every new Subaru Ascent model is built to perform at the highest level and make traveling anywhere around the Bay Area easier and more enjoyable for everyone in the vehicle. All Ascent models have a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 260-horsepower and 277 pounds-feet of torque, providing you with strong and engaging driving experience everywhere you go. The Toyota Highlander uses an engine that falls short with 263-horsepower, which leaves you with less acceleration.

You can take your new Subaru Ascent model around Palo Alto, through poor weather conditions, and onto off-road terrain whenever and wherever you travel thanks to standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive in every model. The new Toyota Highlander models come with standard front-wheel drive, with available all-wheel drive on all models, but they will cost you extra.

The new Subaru Ascent models let you travel further around Atherton thanks to a large gas tank with 19.3 gallons of fuel capacity. The Toyota Highlander lineup has 17.9 gallons of fuel capacity, meaning you'll have to fill up more frequently.

Technology Features

All our new Subaru Ascent models have a large 11.6-inch vertical touchscreen display for the Starlink multimedia system and feature standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration. The Toyota Highlander has a standard 8-inch touchscreen system with a larger touchscreen available on the top trim levels.

Subaru Ascent vs. Toyota Highlander

Performance

Under the hood, the new Subaru Ascent lineup has an engine that creates more torque than the engine in the Toyota Highlander models. All models have a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 3.5-liter V6 engine that produces 263 pounds-feet of torque.

All the new Ascent models come with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, providing you with the utmost traction, handling, and control whether you're enjoying a leisurely outing with your family or you're traveling off-road and want a smooth ride.

Technology Features

Every new Subaru Ascent model comes with a cutting-edge 11.6-inch Starlink touchscreen multimedia system that features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration, letting you connect and control your smartphone device on the touchscreen or with voice commands. The new Honda Pilot lineup uses a 7-inch touchscreen on lower trim levels and a 9-inch touchscreen on higher trim levels.

Come See All Our New Subaru Ascent Models in Person Today

We invite you to visit us at Carlsen Subaru to see all our new Subaru Ascent models in person to learn more about what makes the lineup special and find the model that's right for you today.

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