2022 Subaru Ascent
The 2022 Ascent is Subaru's largest crossover SUV, with seating for up to eight people, standard all-wheel drive, and exceptional safety scores. The cabin's wood trim in upper models dresses it up, but it's still the hiking boot of its class. Durability is its vibe. Power comes from a 260-hp turbo-4, whose moderate acceleration can be noisy. It rides very well on its 8.7 inches of ground clearance, a height that towers over rivals, enabling the Ascent to clamber better. It has as much room as rivals; three adults fit in the second row and three children fit in the third row.
For 2022, a new Onyx trim level adds dark trim, synthetic leather and 20-inch wheels.
The EPA rates the Ascent at 21 mpg city, 27 highway, 23 combined.
With five stars overall from the NHTSA, and a Top Safety Pick+ award from the IIHS, the Ascent misses running the tables only because of its four-star score in rollover resistance, thanks to its height.
Every Ascent comes standard with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, active lane control and a rear-seat reminder.
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Power comes from a 260-hp turbo-4, whose moderate acceleration can be noisy. It rides very well on its 8.7 inches of ground clearance, a height that towers over rivals, enabling the Ascent to clamber better. It has as much room as rivals; three adults fit in the second row and three children fit in the third row.
For 2022, a new Onyx trim level adds dark trim, synthetic leather and 20-inch wheels.
The EPA rates the Ascent at 21 mpg city, 27 highway, 23 combined.
With five stars overall from the NHTSA, and a Top Safety Pick+ award from the IIHS, the Ascent misses running the tables only because of its four-star score in rollover resistance, thanks to its height.
Every Ascent comes standard with automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, automatic high beams, active lane control and a rear-seat reminder.
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| Engine | 2.4L H-4 |
| MPG | Up to 21 city / 27 highway |
| Seating | 8 Passengers |
| Transmission | Lineartronic 8-spd CVT w/OD |
| Power | 260 @ 5600 rpm |
| Drivetrain | all wheel |
| Curb Weight | 4,430 - 4,603 lbs |
