The Ascent gives you outstanding passenger volume and 8.7 inches of ground clearance for $40,795*. The Highlander can’t match that value.

The confidence of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive comes standard on every 2026 Ascent.

2026 Subaru
Ascent
2026 Toyota
Highlander

Standard All-Wheel Drive

Maximum Passenger Volume

153.2 cubic feet

139.5 cubic feet

Maximum Ground Clearance

8.7 inches

8.0 inches

Starting MSRP w/ AWD

$40,795

$45,270

Based on competitor information from manufacturer websites as of October 2025.