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Used 2021 Subaru Ascent Consumer Reviews

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Wish I liked it

tacmup, 01/07/2022
2021 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
3 of 5 people found this review helpful

Weird lurch at low rpm. Radio Always came on when starting. Interior plastics scratch so easily!!! And I have seen naval fuzz thicker than the Car‘s carpet. It wasn’t for me.

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1 out of 5 stars

Poor infotainment

Prit G, 10/02/2021
2021 Subaru Ascent Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
8 of 17 people found this review helpful

It’s annoying player start when start vehicle, Bluetooth poor quality connection, default map is like 20 year old kbps speed loading, it’s annoying, infotainment is not easy to use screen brightness adjustment is poor, this is 2021 and look like 1960 system, I didn’t notice when I buy car , I have with Subaru name but poor poor poor, I have made mistake .never buy again Subaru,

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5 out of 5 stars

Amazing Family SUV

Alicia L, 04/30/2021
2021 Subaru Ascent Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful

I'm beyond impressed with the safety, roominess in the cabin for up to 8, ease while driving in winter conditions. This is my first Subaru and I can definitely say I'm a buyer for life.

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2 out of 5 stars

Getting Lost with the Subaru GPS

Rudy Vranes, 01/25/2022
2021 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful

The GPS on the 2021 Subaru Ascent Limited is unsatisfactory for the price paid. When compared to Toyota and Honda, there is no comparison. We find our way using our phones is easier than using the Subaru GPS. When discussing this with Subaru, they have no response or answer. I was informed by a Subaru technician to plug in my phone and use google maps, which was not the answer I expected. I will never by another Subaru. Looking forward to the day I trade in the Subaru.

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5 out of 5 stars

Subaru Ascent is fantastic

Ascent Owner in Ohio, 06/29/2021
2021 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
4 of 8 people found this review helpful

The Subaru Ascent is a fantastic small SUV. It is extremely comfortable for both long and short trips. We regularly travel for our kids sports and this is easy to drive (adaptive cruise control), extremely comfortable and holds all of our kids equipment easily. Captains chairs are highly recommended, especially with adults or older kids riding in the back. Handles great. Safety features (lane assist, steering responsive headlights, seat belt alerts on ALL seats, blindspot assistance, etc.) are excellent. Apple Car Play is great. Technology interface is easy to navigate. Fantastic SUV!

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