2021 Subaru Ascent Specs, Features & Options

Here's everything you need to know about each trim in the 2021 Subaru Ascent lineup. Compare pricing, specs, key features and more.

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Ascent

	1 of 4 Ascent Sport Utility 4D	2 of 4 Ascent Premium Sport Utility 4D	3 of 4 Ascent Touring Sport Utility 4D	4 of 4 Ascent Limited Sport Utility 4D
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Fair Market Price	$22,302	$23,458	$24,645	$24,782
Fuel Economy	City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG	City 21/Hwy 27/Comb 23 MPG	City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG	City 20/Hwy 26/Comb 22 MPG
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas	Gas
Horsepower	260 @ 5600 RPM	260 @ 5600 RPM	260 @ 5600 RPM	260 @ 5600 RPM
Seating	8	8	7	8
Cargo Volume	86.50 cu ft	86.50 cu ft	86.00 cu ft	86.50 cu ft
Dimensions	196.8" L x 85.7" W x 71.6" H	196.8" L x 85.7" W x 71.6" H	196.8" L x 86.1" W x 71.6" H	196.8" L x 86.1" W x 71.6" H
Engine	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter	4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter
Configurations	Inline	Inline	Inline	Inline
Towing Capacity	2,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs	5,000 lbs

Blind-Spot Alert	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Collision Warning System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Driver Attention Assist Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Emergency & Security Services	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Seat Anchors	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Child Door Locks	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Smartphone Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Audible label Messaging	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Internet Access	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Proximity Sensing Keyless Entry	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard
Push-Button Engine Start	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard
Navigation System	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Optional
Voice Recognition System	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Real-Time Traffic Information	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Optional
Touch Screen Monitor	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Hands Free Phone	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

iPod Connector	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
iPod Interface	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Premium Radio	Optional	Optional	Not Available	Optional
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Wireless Technology	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Satellite Radio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard
Remote Keyless Entry	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Bluetooth Streaming Audio	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Mirrors	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Heated Steering Wheel	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Integrated Garage Door Opener	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard

Torque

277 @ 5600 RPM

Third Row Seat	Standard	Standard	Not Available	Standard
Leather Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Folding Rear Seat	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Dual Power Front Seats	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Standard
Power Driver's Seat	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard

Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Outlet	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Power Windows	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Steering Wheel Controls	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Cup Holder Count	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard

Alloy Wheels	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard
Fog Lights	Optional	Optional	Standard	Standard
Panorama Moon Roof	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Optional
Power Liftgate/Trunk Release	Not Available	Optional	Standard	Standard
Power Folding Exterior Mirrors	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available
Privacy Glass	Not Available	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rear Spoiler	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Roof Rails	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Rain Sensing Windshield Wipers	Not Available	Not Available	Standard	Not Available

Drivetrain	AWD	AWD	AWD	AWD
Hill Descent Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Recommended Fuel	Regular	Regular	Regular	Regular
Stability Control	Standard	Standard	Standard	Standard
Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic	Automatic

Curb Weight	4430 pounds	4449 pounds	4603 pounds	4499 pounds
Fuel Capacity	19.3 gallons	19.3 gallons	19.3 gallons	19.3 gallons
Front Head Room	41.3 inches	41.3 inches	40.1 inches	41.3 inches
Front Leg Room	42.2 inches	42.2 inches	42.2 inches	42.2 inches
Minimum Ground Clearance	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches	8.7 inches
Overall Length	196.8 inches	196.8 inches	196.8 inches	196.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room	61.1 inches	61.1 inches	61.1 inches	61.1 inches
Turning Diameter	38 feet	38 feet	38 feet	38 feet
Wheel Base	113.8 inches	113.8 inches	113.8 inches	113.8 inches
Width with mirrors	85.7 inches	85.7 inches	86.1 inches	86.1 inches

FAQs

Is the Subaru Ascent a 4 or 6 cylinder?

All trim levels of the 2021 Ascent feature a 4 cylinder engine. For a more detailed look at the 2021 Ascent specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2021 Subaru Ascent specs page.

Does the 2021 Subaru Ascent have a turbo?

Yes, the following 2021 Ascent trims have turbo engines: Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter, Premium Sport Utility 4D with a 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.4 Liter, etc. For a more detailed look at the 2021 Ascent specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2021 Subaru Ascent specs page.

What features does a 2021 Ascent have?

2021 Subaru Ascent features include AM/FM Radio, Bluetooth Wireless Technology, and Child Door Locks. For a full list of All 2021 Ascent trims and their respective features and specs compared side-by-side, check out Kelley Blue Book's 2021 Subaru Ascent specs page.

How much horsepower does a 2021 Ascent have?

All 2021 Ascent trim variations have 260 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2021 Ascent specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2021 Subaru Ascent specs page.

Is the Subaru Ascent underpowered?

It depends on your definition of underpowered. All 2021 Ascent trim variations have 260 horsepower. For a more detailed look at the 2021 Ascent specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2021 Subaru Ascent specs page.

Is the Subaru Ascent fuel efficient?

The 2021 Ascent comes in a variety of trim levels with different levels of fuel efficiency. On the low end is the Touring Sport Utility 4D which gets 22 MPG, with 20 MPG in the city and 26 MPG on the highway. For a complete list of all the 2021 Ascent specs, features and options check out Kelley Blue Book's 2021 Subaru Ascent specs page.