Limited (7-passenger) AWD
What the Limited (7-passenger) adds over the Base (8-passenger) (+$7,700)
| Spec | Base (8-passenger) | Limited (7-passenger) |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4421 lbs | 4499 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4421 lbs | 4499 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 20 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 22 mpg | 21 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 26 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $33,895 | $41,595 |
| Passenger seating capacity | 8 | 7 |
| Tire size | 245/60R18 105H | 245/50R20 102H |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 20 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 12-way power driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar and two-position memory, 20-inch alloy wheels, 4-way power front passenger seat, 4-way power lumbar support, Adjustable driver's seat cushion extension, Auto-Dimming Mirror with HomeLink, Automatic Emergency Steering (on models equipped with Blind-Spot Detection), Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Chrome interior door handles, Dark tint privacy glass (rear window privacy glass), DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System, Dual USB-A input/charge ports in third row, Dual tailpipes: single outlet stainless steel tips, Dual-function X-MODE with driver-selectable Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud settings, Heated exterior mirrors, Heated front seats, Heated outboard second-row seats (dual-mode), Heated steering wheel (360-degree coverage), High-grade instrument combination meter with color LCD display, Illuminated front console cupholders, Keyless Access with Push-Button Start, LED fog lights, Leather-wrapped steering wheel with silver stitching, Passenger side exterior mirror automatic tilt-down when reversing, Perforated leather-trimmed upholstery, Power rear gate with automatic close and height memory, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Reverse Auto Braking (Reverse Automatic Braking), SUBARU STARLINK Connected Services (subscription required), Second row retractable sunshades / Rear door retractable sunshades, Second-row captain seats with armrests, Two-position memory (synchronized with exterior power mirrors), Windshield wiper de-icer
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 332.7 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 330.2 mm |
| Rear brake type | ventilated disc |
| Parking brake type | electronic |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 75.6 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 43.5 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 3rd row | 17.8 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 153.2 cu-ft |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | SUBARU STARLINK |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in |
| Overall height | 71.6 in |
| Overall length | 196.8 in |
| Overall width | 76 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 2387 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | DOHC H4 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 260 hp |
| Torque | 277 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 21 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 25 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 19.3 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 41.2 in |
| Second-row headroom | 40 in |
| Third-row headroom | 36.2 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.2 in |
| Second-row legroom | 38.6 in |
| Third-row legroom | 31.7 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $41,595 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 7 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 61.1 in |
| Second-row shoulder room | 60.3 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 57.2 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric Power Assisted rack-and-pinion |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 38 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson struts, lower L-arms, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
| Rear suspension type | Double wishbone, coil springs, stabilizer bar |
Tires
| Tire size | 245/50R20 102H |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 4.4 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | cvt |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4499 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4499 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 20 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 7.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety23 std · 1 opt
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Surround View Monitor optional
- Front seat side pelvis/torso airbags
- Rear Vision Camera with washer
- Side curtain airbags with rollover sensor
- Subaru Advanced Frontal Airbags
- Trailer Stability Assist
- X-MODE with Hill Descent Control
- Auto Vehicle Hold
- Automatic Emergency Steering (on models equipped with Blind-Spot Detection)
- Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Driver's knee airbag
- DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System
- EyeSight Assist Monitor (head-up display with EyeSight warnings and EyeSight system status)
- EyeSight Driver Assist Technology with Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering; Pre-Collision Braking and Throttle Management; Lane Departure Warning, and Lane Keep Assist
- LED Steering Responsive Headlights (high and low beam) with High Beam Assist
- Power-assisted 4-wheel disc with Electronic Brake-force Distribution and 4-channel / 4-sensor ABS with Brake Assist and Brake Override safety systems
- Rear Seat Reminder
- Reverse Auto Braking (Reverse Automatic Braking)
- Rollover sensor
- Second and third row seatbelt reminder
- Vehicle Dynamics Control with traction control system and rollover sensor
- Security system with engine immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System with individual wheel ID and individual tire pressure display
Infotainment6 std · 3 opt
- SUBARU STARLINK Connected Services (subscription required)
- Dual USB-A input/charge ports in third row
- SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia Plus system with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto
- Steering wheel paddle shift control switches
- USB-A and USB-C charge ports in rear center console
- USB-A and USB-C input/charge ports in front center console
- Cabin Connect (amplifies driver's voice to third-row occupants) optional
- Harman Kardon® QuantumLogic™ surround sound system with 14 speakers optional
- SUBARU STARLINK 11.6-inch Multimedia Navigation system (voice-activated navigation powered by TomTom) optional
Convenience5 std · 0 opt
- Power rear gate with automatic close and height memory
- Keyless Access with Push-Button Start
- Electronic fuel door lock/unlock
- Power door locks
- Remote keyless entry system
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Tri-Zone front and rear automatic climate control system
Seating9 std · 0 opt
- Heated front seats
- Heated outboard second-row seats (dual-mode)
- Two-position memory (synchronized with exterior power mirrors)
- 4-way power lumbar support
- 12-way power driver's seat with 4-way power lumbar and two-position memory
- 4-way power front passenger seat
- Adjustable driver's seat cushion extension
- Perforated leather-trimmed upholstery
- Second-row captain seats with armrests
Interior8 std · 0 opt
- Heated steering wheel (360-degree coverage)
- Auto-Dimming Mirror with HomeLink
- Chrome interior door handles
- High-grade instrument combination meter with color LCD display
- Illuminated front console cupholders
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel with silver stitching
- Second row retractable sunshades / Rear door retractable sunshades
- Carpeted floor mats with Ascent logo
Exterior11 std · 2 opt
- Panoramic power moonroof with dual glass panels and sunshade optional
- Power-folding exterior mirrors with integrated turn signals optional
- 20-inch alloy wheels
- Dark tint privacy glass (rear window privacy glass)
- Daytime Running Lights
- Dual tailpipes: single outlet stainless steel tips
- Heated exterior mirrors
- LED fog lights
- Passenger side exterior mirror automatic tilt-down when reversing
- Rear window wiper with vehicle speed-sensing intermittent setting and washer
- Roof rails (black)
- Sound insulation front door glass
- Windshield wiper de-icer
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- Active Torque Vectoring
- Dual-function X-MODE with driver-selectable Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud settings
- Electronic parking brake
- Lineartronic® CVT with 8-speed manual shift mode
Cargo0 std · 1 opt
- Cargo area cover (retractable cargo cover) optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2023 Ascent. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Limited (7-passenger)
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Subaru Ascent Limited (7-passenger)?
The manufacturer lists $41,595 for the 2023 Subaru Ascent Limited (7-passenger). That is $7,700 above the Base (8-passenger), the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Subaru Ascent Limited (7-passenger) add over the Base (8-passenger)?
Against the Base (8-passenger), 33 features become standard that the Base (8-passenger) does not and 9 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.