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5 out of 5 stars

Best car I've ever owned

Upstate1NY, 03/24/2022
updated 08/22/2022
2022 Subaru Ascent Touring 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
78 of 84 people found this review helpful

I have driven mostly SUVs throughout my life, and this vehicle is far superior to all the rest. The safety and convenience features available on the touring model are worth the extra cost. UPDATE: I am handicapped and need a walker. It fits well in back with the third row folded down. The car has many safety features which make driving a lot easier, for example, lane departure warning and automatic dimming of high beams. The only negative is a donut instead of a full size spare tire.

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5 out of 5 stars

The safest car ever!!!

Alexander Hathaway , 02/23/2023
2022 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
24 of 25 people found this review helpful

This suv is amazing. It's so safe to drive. It's an 8 seater which is perfect for my huge family. We couldn't find an 8 seater anywhere without ordering it and waiting almost 2 months. Apparently captain chairs are popular. We're so happy Subaru has 8 seaters and readily available. My wife said to me she didn't know she was such a terrible driver until we got our Subaru lol. she realized she tailgated a lot. With the Subaru it lets you know you're too close. If you're in cruise control it will slow down the vehicle according to how close you are to the vehicle in front of you. If someone jumps out in front of you the car literally pushes the breaks for you. This vehicle makes it nearly impossible to rear end someone. I'm just so happy to know my wife and kids are safe in our Subaru

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5 out of 5 stars

Love this vehicle

Kay, 10/16/2023
2023 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
14 of 14 people found this review helpful

This SUV is amazing. Turning radius is awesome! I love the bucket seats in the back! I am in sales and spend most of my day in the car - I picked the Ascent because it is so comfortable! Lots of storage space too. It has all the safety features anyone would need or want. Overall it is just a great fit for me. I am 6’3” and I easily fit and feel comfortable in this vehicle. I highly recommend it to everyone!

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5 out of 5 stars

With almost three years on the road, still # 1!

Mort, 08/14/2022
updated 08/23/2024
2022 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
30 of 32 people found this review helpful

Everyone who rides with us can’t believe how much nicer our back seats sit and the comfort they provide. The captain chairs in the back are as comfortable as up front. We’ve traveled a bit and it’s an enjoyable trip every time. It's been over a year now and I'm still a big fan, the only thing I would like is a hybrid for gas milage. Over two years in and 17k miles and my wife still loves this vehicle. I like to try different cars and trucks and have owned many, but this is the only one my wife says not to change. We are big Ascent fans, still would like to see a hybrid and not a plug in, for better gas milage and range. We have owned over six new vehicles since 2020, a ford f150 king ranch, toyota highlander xlt, ford edge st, toyota 4runner limited, honda civic sport and the subaru ascent limited. The only one of those vehicles still in our garage is the Subaru Ascent Limited. I do miss having a truck and it was a great cross country vehicle, but the Ascent made it easy to switch.

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5 out of 5 stars

So far so good for 5500 Miles

Dan Y. , 01/31/2024
2023 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
20 of 21 people found this review helpful

Test drove and compared with other brands in its class and I think this is the best deal you can get for a great three row SUV. It's smooth, nimble in merging into lanes and great handling at tight corners. The 3rd row is useful in my opinion, it fits two adults (5'-3") with no issue (would not recommend using 3rd row for long travel due to lack of leg support, but most of the 3 row SUVs have this same issue). The extra leg support at the driver seat is very helpful. The multi-zone climate control is a plus if you have kids and especially people sitting at the 3rd row. I highly recommend the limited trim as I think this is the best deal for the money. The vehicle I test drove was a touring trim, but the 360 degree camera doesn't work most of the time and even when it's working the footage is blurry espcially at displaying the surrounding conditions. The touring trim also bundles with the navigation system which I don't need because Apply Car Play is standard.

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