2021 Subaru Ascent Specs & Features
| Overview | Starting MSRP $39,595 |
|---|---|
| Engine Type | Gas |
| Transmission | Continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Drive Type | All wheel drive |
| Cylinders | Flat 4 |
| Combined MPG | 22 |
| Total Seating | 8 |
| Basic Warranty | 3 yr./ 36,000 mi. |
| Drivetrain | |
|---|---|
| descent control | yes |
| Center limited slip differential | yes |
| Drive type | All wheel drive |
| Transmission | Continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Fuel & MPG | |
|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 22 |
| EPA mileage est. (cty/hwy) | 20/26 mpg |
| Fuel tank capacity | 19.3 gal. |
| Fuel type | Regular unleaded |
| Range in miles (cty/hwy) | 386.0/501.8 mi. |
| Engine | |
|---|---|
| direct injection | yes |
| Base engine size | 2.4 l |
| Base engine type | Gas |
| Cam type | Double overhead cam (dohc) |
| Cylinders | Flat 4 |
| Horsepower | 260 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 277 lb-ft @ 2,000 rpm |
| Turning circle | 38.0 ft. |
| Valve timing | Variable |
| Valves | 16 |
| Towing & Hauling | |
|---|---|
| Max Towing Capacity | 5,000 lbs. |
| Safety | |
|---|---|
| 2 front headrests | yes |
| 3 rear headrests | yes |
| LED headlamp | yes |
| adaptive headlights | yes |
| auto delay off headlamps | yes |
| blind spot and lane departure warnings accident avoidance system | yes |
| child seat anchors | yes |
| daytime running lights | yes |
| dual front side-mounted airbags | yes |
| dusk sensing headlamps | yes |
| engine immobilizer | yes |
| front and rear head airbags | yes |
| front fog/driving lights | yes |
| post-collision safety system | yes |
| pre-collision safety system | yes |
| remote anti-theft alarm system | yes |
| self-leveling headlights | yes |
| stability control | yes |
| tire pressure monitoring | yes |
| traction control | yes |
| 4-wheel ABS | yes |
| Emergency braking assist | yes |
| Front and rear ventilated disc brakes | yes |
| Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation | yes |
| Rear center 3-point belt | yes |
| Rear door child safety locks | yes |
| Rear height adjustable headrests | yes |
| Turn signal mirrors | yes |
| Packages | |
|---|---|
| 7-Passenger Technology Package | +$2,950 |
| 8-Passenger Technology Package | +$2,950 |
| Standard Model | yes |
| Popular Package #4 | +$963 |
| Popular Package #2A | +$989 |
| Popular Package #2 | +$804 |
| In-Car Entertainment | |
|---|---|
| 4 Months of provided satellite radio service | yes |
| 6 total speakers | yes |
| USB connection | yes |
| auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control | yes |
| satellite radio satellite radio | yes |
| AM/FM stereo | yes |
| Comfort & Convenience | |
|---|---|
| adaptive cruise control | yes |
| electric power steering | yes |
| front and rear door pockets | yes |
| front seatback storage | yes |
| front, rear and 3rd row cupholders | yes |
| keyless ignition | yes |
| overhead console with storage | yes |
| rear view camera | yes |
| tilt and telescopic steering wheel | yes |
| universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.) | yes |
| Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel | yes |
| electrochromatic inside rearview mirror | yes |
| heated steering wheel | yes |
| interior air filtration | yes |
| leather and simulated alloy steering wheel | yes |
| turn signal in mirrors | yes |
| Dual illuminating vanity mirrors | yes |
| Three zone climate control | yes |
| Power Feature | |
|---|---|
| 2 one-touch power windows | yes |
| hands-free entry | yes |
| Heated mirrors | yes |
| Interior Options | |
|---|---|
| Rear Seatback Protector - 3rd Row Bench | +$133 |
| Cupholder Insert | +$33 |
| Cargo Cover | +$201 |
| Cargo Net | +$81 |
| Cargo Tray | +$101 |
| USB Charging Ports | +$230 |
| Cargo Separator | +$445 |
| 3rd Row Sunshade | +$52 |
| Windshield Sunshade | +$76 |
| All-Weather Floor Liners | +$132 |
| Footwell Illumination Kit | +$229 |
| Side Sill Plate | +$135 |
| Rockford Fosgate Audio Upgrade | +$575 |
| LED Upgrade - Map and Reading Lights | +$185 |
| Instrumentation | |
|---|---|
| clock | yes |
| compass | yes |
| tachometer | yes |
| Front Seat Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| 4 -way power passenger seat | yes |
| 8 -way power driver seat | yes |
| bucket front seats | yes |
| driver seat thigh extension | yes |
| height adjustable driver seat | yes |
| leather | yes |
| multi-level heating driver seat | yes |
| multi-level heating passenger seat | yes |
| Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support | yes |
| Front head room | 41.3 in. |
| Front hip room | 57.7 in. |
| Front leg room | 42.2 in. |
| Front shoulder room | 61.1 in. |
| Rear Seat Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| folding center armrest | yes |
| manual folding split-bench third row seats | yes |
| multi-level heating | yes |
| rear ventilation ducts with fan control | yes |
| Rear head room | 40.0 in. |
| Rear hip Room | 57.5 in. |
| Rear leg room | 38.6 in. |
| Rear shoulder room | 60.3 in. |
| Split-folding rear seatback | yes |
| Exterior Options | |
|---|---|
| Rear Bumper Cover | +$155 |
| Splash Guards | +$175 |
| Body Side Molding - Cinnamon Brown Pearl | +$272 |
| Body Side Molding Crystal Black Silica | +$272 |
| Body Side Molding - Abyss Blue Pearl | +$272 |
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirror w/Approach Light | +$241 |
| Body Side Molding - Crimson Red Pearl | +$272 |
| Door Edge Guards - Cinnamon Brown Pearl | +$162 |
| Door Edge Guards - Crystal White Pearl | +$162 |
| Door Edge Guards - Abyss Blue Pearl | +$162 |
| Door Edge Guards - Ice Silver Metallic | +$162 |
| Door Scuff Protector | +$156 |
| Door Edge Guards - Crimson Red Pearl | +$162 |
| Door Edge Guards - Crystal Black Silica | +$162 |
| Door Edge Guards - Magnetite Gray Metallic | +$162 |
| Alloy Wheel Locks | +$82 |
| Aero Crossbar Set | +$201 |
| Body Side Molding - Ice Silver Metallic | +$272 |
| Body Side Molding - Magnetite Gray Metallic | +$272 |
| Body Side Molding - Crystal White Pearl | +$272 |
| Door Edge Guards - Brilliant Bronze Metallic | +$162 |
| Black Wheel Lug Nut and Lock Set | +$256 |
| Trailer Hitch | +$499 |
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| Angle of approach | 17.6 degrees |
| Angle of departure | 21.8 degrees |
| Cargo capacity, all seats in place | 17.8 cu.ft. |
| Curb weight | 4,499 lbs. |
| EPA interior volume | 171.3 cu.ft. |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in. |
| Height | 71.6 in. |
| Length | 196.8 in. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | 86.5 cu.ft. |
| Maximum towing capacity | 5,000 lbs. |
| Overall Width with Mirrors | 86.1 in. |
| Overall Width without Mirrors | 76.0 in. |
| Wheel base | 113.8 in. |
| Colors | |
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| Exterior Colors |
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| Interior Colors |
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| Tires & Wheels | |
|---|---|
| painted alloy wheels | yes |
| temporary spare tire | yes |
| underbody mounted spare tire | yes |
| 20 x 7.5 in. wheels | yes |
| 245/50R H tires | yes |
| All season tires | yes |
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| four-wheel independent suspension | yes |
| Front and rear stabilizer bar | yes |
| Warranty | |
|---|---|
| Basic | 3 yr./ 36,000 mi. |
| Drivetrain | 5 yr./ 60,000 mi. |
| Roadside | 3 yr./ 36,000 mi. |
| Rust | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. |