Subaru Ascent
Originally introduced in 2019, the Subaru Ascent is fighting for attention in the competitive three-row midsize SUV segment. There’s only one powertrain on the menu, namely a turbocharged 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine that delivers 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque via a CVT. All-wheel drive comes standard. The lineup includes Convenience, Touring, Limited and Premier models. For 2021, the company has made improvements to the EyeSight safety system.
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2019 Subaru Ascent: Rising Slowly
2019 Subaru Ascent: Rising SlowlyWe can’t blame Subaru for introducing a three-row, midsize SUV on the North American market. After all, more than a million of these family haulers find homes each year in the United States, so there’s potential to rake in a lot of cash. As a direct rival to the Ford …
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2019 Subaru Ascent IIHS Crash Test: No Compromise on Safety
2019 Subaru Ascent IIHS Crash Test: No Compromise on SafetyRUCKERSVILLE, Virginia – As a kid, I loved playing with toy cars. Whether it was Hot Wheels, Tonka trucks, the Batmobile, or a G.I. Joe Jeep, two or more of them eventually met in a collision of sorts. That's probably why I enjoyed bumper cars so much. Smashing toys or …
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2019 Subaru Ascent: the Subaru Soul is Alive and Well
2019 Subaru Ascent: the Subaru Soul is Alive and WellCAPE BRETON, Nova Scotia – Subaru is a carmaker that dares to do things differently with its idiosyncratic Boxer drivetrains, standard all-wheel drive, and utility vehicles that lean more towards large lifted wagons than actual trucks. As a matter of fact, Subaru was among the first to combine the benefits …
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2019 Subaru Ascent: We’re Heading to the Maritimes to Drive it
2019 Subaru Ascent: We’re Heading to the Maritimes to Drive itSubaru is a niche carmaker that has managed to remain relevant in a competitive segment by offering young and quirky products powered by unique drivetrains, as well as standard all-wheel drive across its lineup (except the BRZ). But while the Outback, the Crosstrek and the Forester are doing quite well …
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2023 Subaru Ascent Follows Legacy, Outback With Round of Updates
2023 Subaru Ascent Follows Legacy, Outback With Round of UpdatesSubaru has made a number of changes to its largest SUV. The 2023 Ascent will arrive in dealerships this fall with refreshed styling and more technologies the whole family will enjoy. Let’s start with the front fascia, where the revised grille and headlights are joined by a stylish new bar …
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Third of Midsize SUVs Fail IIHS’ New Side Crash Test
Third of Midsize SUVs Fail IIHS’ New Side Crash TestFollowing compact SUVs last fall, midsize SUVs were recently submitted to the U.S. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s new side crash test, which aims to address higher-speed collisions that continue to cause fatalities on North American roads. While the former failed miserably, how did their bigger counterparts perform? A lot …
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Subaru : 12 601 Vehicles Recalled in Canada
Subaru : 12 601 Vehicles Recalled in CanadaTransport Canada has issued a recall affecting no less than 12,601 Subaru vehicles due to a faulty fuel pump. Irregular engine operation resulting in a sudden decrease in power could be observed if the low-pressure fuel pump was to stop working. The engine could also refuse to start altogether. Obviously, …
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2022 Subaru Ascent Adds Blacked-out Onyx Edition and Little Else
2022 Subaru Ascent Adds Blacked-out Onyx Edition and Little ElseIt’s been a long while since the Subaru Ascent last made headlines, but for 2022 the Japanese midsize crossover gets a subtle mid-cycle update in the form of a new Onyx Edition that slots between the Touring and Limited models. The idea is pretty simple and follows one of the …
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Subaru Halts Production, Announces Two Major Recalls
Subaru Halts Production, Announces Two Major RecallsJust like a number of automakers and companies, Subaru is being directly hit by the global chip shortage. Production at its Lafayette, Indiana assembly plant—home to the Outback , Legacy , Impreza and Ascent —was suspended on Monday. It’s expected to resume on May 3 at the earliest, impacting approximately …
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On 4th of July, Here are 4 Foreign Vehicles Made by and for Americans
On 4th of July, Here are 4 Foreign Vehicles Made by and for AmericansAfter we posted the Top 10 vehicles that scream “USA” last year, we thought we’d do something a little different this year to mark the national holiday of Americans. In order to appeal to more people and increase their market share in the world’s biggest economy, some automakers from Europe …
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2019 Subaru Ascent: Pricing Annonced
2019 Subaru Ascent: Pricing AnnoncedThe all-new midsize, three-row SUV from Subaru, which can accommodate up to eight passengers, will retail from $35,995 before freight and delivery charges in Canada. The 2019 Subaru Ascent ’s standard feature list includes all-wheel drive, of course, but also the EyeSight advanced safety suite, 18-inch alloy wheels, heated front …
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Canadian Premiere: 2019 Subaru Ascent Tailor-made for North America
Canadian Premiere: 2019 Subaru Ascent Tailor-made for North AmericaThe Japanese brand Subaru is better known for its all-wheel drive system than for the size of its vehicles.This is likely to change with its new SUV, the 2019 Ascent, which will compete against the likes of the Chevrolet Traverse, Honda Pilot and Volkswagen Atlas. Depending on the version, the …
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IIHS side impact crash test for 2019 Subaru Ascent
IIHS side impact crash test for 2019 Subaru AscentSmashing toys or bumper cars together was fun, but harmless. No one got hurt and no repairs had to be made. In the real world, a car crash can be devastating financially, mentally, or physically. Currently, there's no foolproof way of preventing accidents, with Transport Canada's latest public report in …
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2019 Subaru Ascent at Los Angeles Auto Show
2019 Subaru Ascent at Los Angeles Auto ShowThe all-new three-row 2019 Subaru Ascent is revealed ahead of the Los Angeles Auto Show. Adds a key large family vehicle to the Subaru roster. New 2.4-litre turbo-four with 260 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque. Coming in early summer 2018. Read more on the 2019 Subaru Ascent.