Subaru Ascent vs. Subaru Outback

The difference between the Subaru Ascent and the Subaru Outback is mainly in the people- and -cargo-ferrying potential each model boasts. McCurley Integrity Subaru is all about providing appropriately priced automotive solutions to drivers throughout the Pasco and Richland area. If you're looking for a pair of well-appointed SUVs that are chock full of the latest infotainment features and safety systems yet still maintain true SUV characteristics and capabilities, the new Outback and Ascent are a duo that you should explore further below.

A Brief Look at the Subaru Ascent and the Subaru Outback

Size and Interior Space

As briefly aforementioned, the main difference between the Ascent and its smaller stablemate the Outback is the cargo- and people-moving potential each vehicle boasts. In total, the Ascent is 196.8 inches long while the Outback is slightly shorter measuring in at 191.3 inches. While a mere five inches might not seem like a distinguishable amount, the fact is that the Ascent touts significantly more interior room offering seating for up to eight or seven with the optional captain's chairs. If you're the head of a young family that's considering growing with additional children and pets, the Ascent might be the right vehicle for you.

It can easily be tailored to haul around groceries, a stroller, and gym equipment all without intruding on other passenger's legroom. If you're the adventuresome type who's content with having four additional seats for friends and family then the Outback might be a proper choice.

Performance and Capabilities

While the Ascent and Outback share many of the same interior niceties like the SUBARU STARLINK Multimedia interface with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto the engineering at work under the hood is distinct to each Subaru SUV. The Ascent rides with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine generating 260 horsepower which makes slightly less sensible fuel-economy ratings than the practical 2.5-liter DOHC engine found in the Outback. For a sportier ride, the Outback also offers a 2.4-liter turbocharged DOHC engine that generates 260 horsepower.

If you're interested in learning more about our Subaru SUV lineup available near Kennewick, reach out to set up a test drive today.