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Used 2023 Subaru Ascent Consumer Reviews

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My Subaru SUV

Deb , 07/20/2023
2023 Subaru Ascent Premium 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful

The Ascent has a smooth ride. It has a good turning radius which is much better then most other SUV's. It is roamy inside in the front and 2nd row seats. That is a big deal when all the males in your family are over 6ft tall. The only downside is the trunk space isn't great when the 3rd seat is up. When you are used to a Suburban it is a big difference. When the 3rd row is down it has lots of space.

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Great deal. Good value.

Good Decision, 04/29/2023
2023 Subaru Ascent Onyx Edition 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
18 of 20 people found this review helpful

I looked at a number of midsize SUVs before settling on the Ascent. At first, I was concerned about the CVT transmission, but after conducting a ton of research, I found that this isn't as much of a concern as I'd originally thought. Plus, I found the competition (e.g., Telluride, Pilot, Jeep GC, Highlander) to be priced at about 4k to 10k more than what I was willing to pay. I personally think the Onyx edition (not the limited version) is the best deal for what you get in comparison to the other trim levels.

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Jojomojooo, 01/14/2024
2023 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful

This is a great vehicle for the price. Comfortable, safe, refined, and plenty of power. Not an off-road vehicle, but that’s fine. It handles well on rougher ‘urban’ terrain and snow… all wheel drive is awesome!

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Extremely well built

Mahindra, 01/03/2022
2022 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
32 of 38 people found this review helpful

Coming off from a 2018 Pilot that did 85k miles and was very afraid how this ownership is going to be. So far after 3k miles I have nothing to complain about. The Pilot and Ascent are both incredible in their own ways, but if you ask to me pick on - it would be the ascent.

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Subaru did it again

Aimee, 01/19/2022
2022 Subaru Ascent Limited 4dr SUV AWD (2.4L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
48 of 58 people found this review helpful

Just recently purchased a 2022 Subaru Ascent and I am in love. We’ve had it on snow and ice already and just like all Subaru products this thing is a tank in inclement weather! The styling on the interior is comfortable and technology is up to date. The exterior is sleek and gorgeous. I love all the safety feature that Subaru provides for the safety of my family!

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