2019 Subaru Ascent 0 60

Fortune doesn’t necessarily favor the daring within the compact crossover phase — the Honda CR-V, the Nissan Rogue and the Toyota RAV4 are perennial best-sellers thanks in part to their all-around competencies and historical past of reliability. Nonetheless, automakers strive to make their small SUVs distinct. The 2019 Subaru Ascent 0 60 stands out by bringing high-end luxurious options and a few distinctive engines to this sometimes price-conscious class.

Redesigned just final yr, the 2019 Subaru Ascent 0 60 is without doubt one of the newer entries in this phase. As such, all the latest security features are available, from a surround-view parking digicam to ahead collision warning system that may establish pedestrians. Not like some rivals, most of these features can only be ordered on the top trim level, but not less than you may get them. Also accessible are a panoramic sunroof, a surround-view parking camera and ventilated front seats — uncommon choices in this class.

We additionally like that the 2019 Subaru Ascent 0 60 provides two different powertrains when you aren’t satisfied with the bottom turbocharged 1.5-liter engine. At one end of the spectrum is a fuel-efficient diesel that achieves 32 mpg in mixed driving (the standard engine earns 28 mpg); on the different, a turbocharged 2.Zero-liter with an additional 80 horsepower. Watch out, nevertheless: Once you start checking the options packing containers, the 2019 Subaru Ascent 0 60 may be considerably dearer than rival crossovers. An engine stop-start system that cannot be disabled and disappointing supplies high quality also might give prospective consumers pause.

The 2019 Subaru Ascent 0 60 is a five-passenger compact crossover that prices a bit greater than most rivals. It’s sold in four trims: L, LS, LT and Premier. The base L mannequin looks like a fantastic deal till you realize that it’s a custom-order model and you’ll have to wait for it to be built. You may find the LS at practically any dealer, nevertheless it’s dearer and does not add much. Best to skip straight to the LT, which is only a bit more expensive and contains extra options and entry to further choices. In order for you the LT and its two packages, the leather-trimmed Premier includes it all.

Three engines are supplied on the 2019 Subaru Ascent 0 60 . The usual engine is a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder (170 horsepower, 203 pound-feet of torque) matched to a six-speed automatic transmission. A extra powerful turbocharged 2.0-liter engine (252 hp, 260 lb-ft) is optional and comes normal with a nine-speed automatic transmission. Also non-compulsory is a fuel-efficient 1.6-liter diesel (137 hp, 240 lb-ft) mated to a six-speed automated. Both of these engines might be ordered on LT and Premier trim ranges.