Release date set for summer 2019
The good news: Subaru didn’t jack up the price unnecessarily for the 2020 model.
Pricing on the entry-level 2020 Ascent remains the same as 2019 at US$31,995, arriving at North American dealerships starting this Summer 2019; still produced out the Indiana plant (alongside the Outback, Impreza, and Legacy sedan).
2020 Ascent Pricing for US and Canada
US Pricing:
| 2020 Model & Trim | Transmission | Starting Price | Price with destination charge | |
| Ascent | CVT | $31,995 | $33,005 | |
| Ascent Premium 8 passenger | CVT | $34,395 | $35,405 | |
| Ascent Premium 8-p | CVT | $35,855 | $36,865 | |
| Ascent Premium 8-p | CVT | $38,655 | $39,665 | |
| Ascent Premium 7 passenger | CVT | $35,855 | 36,865 | |
| Ascent Premium 7-p | CVT | $38,655 | $39,665 | |
| Ascent Limited8 passenger | CVT | $39,345 | $40,355 | |
| Ascent Limited 8-p | CVT | $42,295 | $43,305 | |
| Ascent Limited7 passenger | CVT | $39,345 | $40,355 | |
| Ascent Limited 7-p | CVT | $42,295 | $43,305 | |
| Ascent Touring 7 passenger | CVT | $45,045 | $46,055 |
Canada pricing:
| Convenience | $36,695 |
| Touring | $41,695 |
| Touring w/Captain’s Chairs | $42,195 |
| Limited | $47,495 |
| Limited w/Captain’s Chairs | $47,995 |
| Premier | $50,995 |
Changes: what’s different from the 2019 Ascent?
As expected, not a great deal has changed compared to the 2019 Ascent. But for 2020, Subaru does add a few new things including a power rear gate lock option, new rear seat reminder alert system which is now standard, and EyeSight Driver Assist Technology on every trim.
Available in either a 7 or 8 passenger setup, the Ascent is remains the go-to to for larger families outgrowing the Outback — larger sport utility shoppers looking for a spacious interior, comfortable and flexible seating options and a host of safety, driver assist and in-vehicle technologies.
Expect the same 2.4L turbocharged BOXER engine under the hood as last year, offering 260-hp at 5,600 rpm and a broad torque curve that peaks at 277 lb.ft. over a 2,000-4,800-rpm engine speed range; all paired to the 8-speed transmission.
To learn more, check out our 2019 Ascent review here.
Or if you’re shopping for a new 2020 SUV, here are the models to keep in mind.
