Subaru Ascent (WM) Crossover (2018)
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Subaru Ascent is an affordable large crossover in production from 2018. It is available with a single turbocharged flat-4 engine that displaced 2.4 liters. Interestingly, only a CVT transmission is offered.
Those who drive offroad, for work or leisure, will appreciate the extraordinary approach, departure, and breakover angles that the chassis offers. However, the drivetrain may just be too weak and fragile for this type of duty.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 31% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Decent styling
- Characterful engine
Cons
- CVT
- Crossover nonsense
What external reviewers found***
External score 69% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Excellent infotainment system
- Good fuel economy
- Excellent safety features
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Lack of standard gearbox
- Lackluster infotainment
- Expensive for a three-row family SUV
- Lane-keep assist can get spooky
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Specifications
Capacity
Cargo Capacity
555 L / 19.6 cu-ft
Coolant Capacity
11.1 L / 11.7 qt
Engine Oil Capacity
4.5 L / 4.8 qt
Fuel Capacity
73.0 L / 19.3 gal
Chassis
Brakes | Front
Ventilated discs
Brakes | Rear
Ventilated discs
Offroad | Approach Angle
17.6 deg
Offroad | Breakover Angle
18.2 deg
Offroad | Departure Angle
21.8 deg
Suspension | Front
MacPherson strut
Suspension | Rear
Multi-link
Tire Size
245/60 R18 105H, 245/50 R20 102H
Construction
Body Style
5-door SUV
Dimensions
Ground Clearance
221 mm / 8.7 in
Size | Height
1819 mm / 71.6 in
Size | Length
4999 mm / 196.8 in
Size | Width
1930 mm / 76.0 in | 2187 mm / 86.1 in (mirror unfolded) | 2177 mm / 85.7 in (mirror folded)
Track Width | Front
1636.0 mm / 64.4 in
Track Width | Rear
1631.0 mm / 64.2 in
Weight
2009.0 kg / 4429.1 lbs
Wheel Size
7.5J x 18, 7.5J x 20
Wheelbase
2891 mm / 113.8 in
Performance
Fuel Economy
11.2 L/100km / 21.0 MPG (urban) | 8.7 L/100km / 27.0 MPG (highway)
Powertrain
Drivetrain Layout
Front-engine (longitudinal), All-wheel drive
Engine
FA24
Engine | Bore
94.0 mm / 3.7 in
Engine | Displacement
2.4 L / 145.7 cu-in / 2387.0 cc
Engine | Power
260.0 hp / 193.9 kW @ 5600 rpm
Engine | Specific Output
108.9 hp/L / 1.8 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke
86.0 mm / 3.4 in
Engine | Torque
376 Nm / 277.3 lb-ft @ 2000-4800 rpm
Engine | Type
Turbocharged direct-injected petrol flat-4 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Type
CVT
Production
Availability
2018
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External Reviews
cnet[1]
Reviewer score 72%The 2020 Subaru Ascent Touring has everything I could possibly want in a three-row family SUV. All that kit comes at a price -- this top-trim tourer has a window sticker of $46,055. The Starlink infotainment system doesn't have the latest graphics, but it's still plenty capable.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Fantastic safety features
- Excellent infotainment system
- Comfortable to drive
Cons
- Expensive for a three-row family SUV
- Lane-keep assist can get spooky
cnet[2]
Reviewer score 67%The 2022 Subaru Ascent is a well-rounded three-row SUV. Its 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 is smooth and surprisingly potent. All-wheel drive is completely transparent, at least in dry, summer conditions. This Subaru earns a Top Safety Pick Plus rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Comfortable to drive
- Good fuel economy
- Excellent safety features
Cons
- Lackluster infotainment
- Lack of standard gearbox
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References
- ^ 2020 Subaru Ascent review: Winter-weather warrior. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2020-subaru-ascent-review/. 2020-02-19. Retrieved 2022-08-13.
- ^ 2022 Subaru Ascent review: Maestro of mainstream. [cnet]. https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/reviews/2022-subaru-ascent-review/. 2021-08-20. Retrieved 2022-08-13.
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