The Subaru Ascent is the largest of the Subaru lineup. It has three rows of seats and enough space to fit eight passengers. In 2023, the Subaru Ascent received some changes from the makers, including exterior changes to improve the look of the vehicle and interior modifications to improve the comfort and technology of the SUV. Keep reading to learn more about the new features of the 2023 Subaru Ascent and how you can find yours today.
All-New 2023 Subaru Ascent
Subaru first introduced the Ascent in 2019 as a replacement for the discontinued Tribeca, which had its last production in 2014. Subaru wanted to compete in the market with other SUV makers, creating a reliable and powerful SUV and allowing its long-time customers the option to have SUV capabilities. As one of the newest Subaru models, the vehicle has a lot of promise for future development, starting with the year 2023, when it received several changes from Subaru to increase the comfort of its passengers, improve its technology, and advance its performance.
New Features
The 2023 Subaru Ascent has many new features, including a new front grille and changes to the lighting element inside and outside the vehicle. Another change includes an update to the infotainment system, from a 6.5-inch or optional 8-inch screen to a vertically-oriented 11.6-inch touchscreen infotainment system. Optional systems from previous years now come standard, such as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The safety features have been vastly improved to keep you, passengers, and pedestrians safer around the vehicle. At different trim levels, more features are available for the SUV, increasing comfort, technology, and performance.
Trim Levels
2023's Subaru Ascent comes in five trim levels, with each introducing more new options and updates to the vehicle. Below are descriptions of the features of each trim level.
Base
The Base trim gives you four new features over the previous years of the Subaru Ascent. First, the vehicle comes with the EyeSight system to help you see around the vehicle, keep within your lane, and use adaptive cruise control. Second, the 11.6-inch touchscreen has large icons, intuitive controls, and physical features to help you use the new system. Third, the new Ascent comes with X-Mode, a traction control system that can regulate the power of each wheel. Finally, this trim level introduces Apple CarPlay and Android Auto to pair your phone with the infotainment system.
Premium
The Premium trim level offers several features, some of which have been available in previous years. First, you receive the all-weather package, which includes heated seats, heated side mirrors, and a heater at the base of your windshield to keep ice from forming on the windshield wipers. Then, you receive a powered driver's seat so you can adjust while on the move. Finally, you get two optional features. First, you can have a powered liftgate in the vehicle's rear to help load and unload cargo. Second, you can have keyless access.
Onyx
The Onyx trim level gives you several aesthetic improvements, including 20-inch black alloy wheels, black exterior trim, and Crystal Black silica-painted front grille, mirror caps, and rear spoiler. You also get the optional features from the Premium trim level. Next, you get an additional Dual X-Mode for deep snow and mud. Finally, you can choose an optional comfort package to receive other driver's seat features, a heated steering wheel, and LED lights.
Limited
The features of the limited trim level include leather upholstery, a standard heated steering wheel, and power lumbar support, both optional features from the Onyx trim level. You also get an optional feature to add a Harman Kardon audio system, which gives you 14 speakers and a subwoofer. This trim level also gets the standard features offered in the Onyx edition and extends its features to the highest trim level of the 2023 Subaru Ascent, the Touring.
Touring
The final and most feature-rich trim level, the Touring, introduces several comfort and convenience features. First, you get ventilated front seats to keep you cool when it's hot outside. Next, you get an innovative rearview mirror with a camera to give you a full view of the vehicle, which you may not have if you have a lot of passengers or a large cargo load. Then, you get a rain-sensing windshield wiper system and a panoramic moonroof.
Engine
The 2023 Subaru Ascent comes with a turbocharged 4-cylinder boxer engine. This 2.4-liter engine can output 260 horsepower. The vehicle can accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 6.7 seconds, which is quick for a large SUV. Paired with an automatic transmission, the vehicle can haul a maximum capacity of 5,000 pounds. For drivers who prefer more control over their SUV, the Ascent comes with paddle shifters so you can change gears manually rather than waiting for the automatic transmission to take over. This can be helpful when driving off-road since you need more control.
Safety
There are several safety features included in the 2023 Subaru Ascent. First, the vehicle comes with a forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking feature. It also has a lane departure warning system and a lane-keeping assistant to keep you alert and in your lane, as you drive. Finally, the vehicle comes with an adaptive cruise control system that can respond to changes in traffic around you, helping ease the stress of long drives on the highways.
Now that you know what's different about the 2023 Subaru Ascent, you can contact Apple Subaru today to learn more about buying or leasing a new vehicle. At Apple Subaru, you can access a team of professionals to help you find financing options, parts, and services for your Subaru vehicle. They can also help you research Subaru vehicles and choose from the new and used inventories. Finally, they can tell you more about the dealership's build-your-own Subaru option.
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