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Subaru Ascent MPG
EPA fuel economy for 18 Subaru Ascent trims sold from 2019 to 2027. Best ever: 23 MPG (2022 Ascent). Latest model year 2027: 21 to 22 MPG combined across 2 trims.
Subaru Ascent fuel cost calculator
Enter what you pay for fuel and how far you drive in a year. The starting prices are the ones the EPA uses for its own yearly fuel-cost estimates. Every cost on this page updates as you type.
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2027 Subaru Ascent to fuel is the Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl (22 MPG) at $2,840 a year. The Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD, 2.4 L, 4 cyl (21 MPG) costs $2,970, so the thriftier trim saves $130 a year and $650 over five years.
| 2027 trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | Comb | Cost/yr | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 22 | $2,840 | cheapest |
| Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 21 | $2,970 | +$140 |
Cost per year is miles per year divided by the EPA combined rating, times your fuel price; electric vehicles use the EPA's kWh per 100 miles instead. Rounded to the nearest $10. Your prices are kept in this browser only.
Subaru Ascent MPG by year
| Year | Best combined | City | Hwy | Best trim that year | Trims |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 22 | 19 | 26 | Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto (AV-S8) | 2 |
| 2026 | 22 | 19 | 26 | Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto (AV-S8) | 2 |
| 2025 | 22 | 20 | 26 | Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto (AV-S8) | 2 |
| 2024 | 22 | 20 | 26 | Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto (AV-S8) | 2 |
| 2023 | 22 | 20 | 26 | Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto (AV-S8) | 2 |
| 2022 | 23 | 21 | 27 | Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto (AV-S8) | 2 |
| 2021 | 23 | 21 | 27 | Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto (AV-S8) | 2 |
| 2020 | 23 | 21 | 27 | Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto (AV-S8) | 2 |
| 2019 | 23 | 21 | 27 | Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl, Auto (AV-S8) | 2 |
Every Subaru Ascent trim
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | CO2 g/mi | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 | 405 | $2,840 |
| 2027 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 421 | $2,970 |
| 2026 | Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 26 | 22 | 405 | $2,840 |
| 2026 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 421 | $2,970 |
| 2025 | Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 398 | $2,840 |
| 2025 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 419 | $2,970 |
| 2024 | Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 398 | $2,840 |
| 2024 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 419 | $2,970 |
| 2023 | Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 398 | $2,840 |
| 2023 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 19 | 25 | 21 | 419 | $2,970 |
| 2022 | Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 | 384 | $2,710 |
| 2022 | Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 401 | $2,840 |
| 2021 | Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
| 2021 | Ascent Limited/Touring | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 401 | $2,840 |
| 2020 | Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 | 386 | $2,710 |
| 2020 | Ascent Limited/Touring | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 401 | $2,840 |
| 2019 | Ascent | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 21 | 27 | 23 | 387 | $2,710 |
| 2019 | Ascent Limited/Touring | 2.4 L, 4 cyl | Auto (AV-S8) | AWD | Regular | 20 | 26 | 22 | 401 | $2,840 |
CO2 is tailpipe grams per mile from the EPA test. Fuel cost per year uses the prices and miles in the calculator above (the EPA's own prices and 15,000 miles a year until you change them); blank when the fuel has no price here (hydrogen, natural gas).
Compare with other 2027 Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
| Vehicle | Combined | City | Hwy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 BMW iX3 50 xDrive (20 inch Summer Tires) | 118 | 125 | 110 |
| 2027 Lucid Gravity Touring w/20F21R wheels | 111 | 115 | 106 |
| 2027 Volvo EX60 P10 AWD electric | 110 | 118 | 102 |
| 2027 Rivian R2 Performance AWD (21in) | 105 | 114 | 96 |
| 2027 Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron quattro | 104 | 110 | 97 |
| 2027 Cadillac OPTIQ AWD 11kW Charger | 99 | 110 | 88 |
All Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD ranked by MPG
Questions people ask
What is the best MPG for a Subaru Ascent?
The most efficient Subaru Ascent the EPA has rated is the 2022 Ascent at 23 MPG combined (21 city, 27 highway).
What MPG does the 2027 Subaru Ascent get?
2027 Subaru Ascent trims range from 21 to 22 MPG combined, depending on engine, transmission and drivetrain.
Which Subaru Ascent has the worst fuel economy?
The 2027 Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD is the lowest rated at 21 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a Subaru Ascent for a year?
At $4.16 a gallon for regular and 15,000 miles a year, the cheapest 2027 Subaru Ascent to fuel is the Ascent, 2.4 L, 4 cyl (22 MPG) at $2,840 a year. The Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD, 2.4 L, 4 cyl (21 MPG) costs $2,970, so the thriftier trim saves $130 a year and $650 over five years.
More from Subaru: every Subaru model. Fuel types on this model: Regular. EPA classes: Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD.