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The 2022 Ascent is built for your biggest family adventures, with three rows of flexible seating for seven or eight passengers, standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, and up to 5,000 pounds of towing capacity. Standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology gives you an extra set of eyes on the road and the confidence that your family is safe and protected.
The Ascent is well-built in the U.S.A. for long-lasting quality. With 96% of Subaru vehicles sold in the last 10 years still on the road today, more than Honda or Toyota brands, you can count on it being part of your family for all the adventures ahead. That legendary reliability is one reason why Kelley Blue Book awarded Ascent with the lowest 5-Year Cost to Own in its class for two years running and named Subaru as their Most Trusted Brand for eight years running.
The balanced design of Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive creates uniform stability and delivers an optimal distribution of power for maximum traction in virtually any weather or road condition. It delivers better handling, improved efficiency, and a quicker response to road conditions than competitors’ optional systems.
Standard on: All models
Conquer rough terrain with 8.7 inches of ground clearance and standard X-MODE, which optimizes the Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive system for maximum traction on slippery surfaces. It’s a combination of capability features the Honda Pilot, Kia Telluride, and Hyundai Palisade can’t match. X-MODE also incorporates Hill Descent Control for stability and confidence when descending more difficult grades.
Standard on: All models
The Ascent offers the most towing capacity of any Subaru vehicle ever, along with an available Class III trailer hitch, 277 lb-ft of torque, and a wide selection of racking accessories so you can bring along all the gear you’ll need for all the places you’ll be able to go.
Standard on: Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, and Touring
The standard direct-injection turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® engine combines the power of turbocharging and the efficiency of direct injection to deliver 260 horsepower. With this durable, time-tested engine and standard Lineartronic® CVT, the 2022 Ascent can reach over 500 miles of highway driving range, so almost any destination is within reach.
Standard on: All models
EyeSight has been found to reduce the rate of rear-end crashes with injuries by up to 85%.
EyeSight monitors traffic movement, optimizes cruise control, and warns you when you're swaying outside your lane. The Automatic Pre-Collision Braking feature can even apply full braking force and bring you to a complete stop in emergency situations. It also includes Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering, which can take some of the stress out of driving by helping with steering, braking, and throttle control.
Standard on: All models
A STARLINK Multimedia system with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration comes standard on the 2022 Ascent. Wireless pairing and hands-free smartphone operation allow for safe and easy connection to your favorite apps and content. Access news, navigation, music, podcasts, and more through available cloud-based STARLINK apps and SiriusXM®. An 8-inch touchscreen is available, as well as a built-in and voice-activated navigation system powered by TomTom®.
STARLINK Multimedia standard on: All models
STARLINK Multimedia Navigation available on: Onyx Edition and Limited
STARLINK Multimedia Navigation standard on: Touring
STARLINK Safety and Security offers an array of connected services to help keep you and your Ascent safe whether you're in your vehicle, at your computer, or on your mobile device. Advanced Automatic Collision Notification will alert an operator in the event of an accident. SOS Emergency Assistance can get you roadside help at the push of a button. And there’s even more features for added convenience and peace of mind, including Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Vehicle Alerts, and Remote Services. There's also STARLINK Concierge services for personal assistance with tasks like navigation, restaurant reservations, and scheduling service appointments.
Available on: Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, and Touring
A suite of active safety features is available on the 2022 Ascent, all working together to protect you and your family. The available Blind-Spot Detection system warns you with a visual indicator on each side mirror if it senses a vehicle in your blind spots. Available Rear Cross-Traffic Alert helps warn you of traffic approaching from the side as you are backing up. With available Reverse Automatic Braking, the Ascent can even stop itself to help avoid objects behind you.
Blind-Spot Detection and Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Standard on: Premium, Onyx Edition, Limited, and Touring
Reverse Automatic Braking available on: Premium
Reverse Automatic Braking standard on: Onyx Edition, Limited and Touring
The available 180-degree Front-View Monitor gives the same confidence that your path ahead is safe and clear. And an available Smart Rear-View Mirror uses a dedicated camera to maintain visibility when the view behind is obstructed, while a standard Rear-Vision Camera provides extra safety when reversing.