2027 Subaru Ascent Priced from $40,795 with New Tech Across Five Trims

Subaru has confirmed pricing for the 2027 Ascent, and the brand’s largest SUV will reach US retailers this summer starting at $40,795 before destination charges. The three-row family hauler carries over its turbocharged engine and standard all-wheel drive while picking up a handful of cabin updates aimed at families who actually use the third row.

For shoppers cross-shopping the Toyota Highlander, Honda Pilot, Kia Telluride, and Hyundai Palisade, the headline number to remember is that every Ascent ships with Subaru Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive as standard. Several rivals still start as front-wheel-drive vehicles and charge extra for all-wheel drive, so the Ascent’s entry price already includes hardware that costs more elsewhere.

Pricing Across Five Trims

The 2027 Ascent lineup spans five trim levels, from the family-focused Premium up to two loaded Touring models. Here is how the range breaks down before the destination charge:

• Ascent Premium (7 or 8 passengers): $40,795
• Ascent Limited (7 or 8 passengers): $47,985
• Ascent Limited Bronze Edition (7 passengers): $49,095
• Ascent Touring (7 passengers): $51,165
• Ascent Onyx Edition Touring (7 passengers): $51,995

On top of those figures, buyers should budget for a destination and delivery fee of $1,495. That charge may vary in Connecticut, Hawaii, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, and Vermont, and it climbs to $1,645 for retailers in Alaska. The two new blue paint options, Daybreak Blue Pearl and Deepwater Blue Pearl, add $395.

The Premium opens the range with practical kit that families will use every day, including 19 cupholders, USB-A and USB-C ports in every row, raised roof rails, a power rear gate, and an 11.6-inch touchscreen running wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Heated front seats, an eight-way power driver’s seat, a heated steering wheel, and dual-zone climate control are all standard at this price.

Engine, All-Wheel Drive, and Towing

Every 2027 Ascent uses a 2.4-liter turbocharged Subaru Boxer engine producing 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque, paired with a Lineartronic CVT that includes an eight-speed manual mode and steering-wheel paddle shifters. That output has not changed for the new model year, and it remains competitive in a segment where many rivals rely on naturally aspirated V6 power.

The drivetrain story is where the Ascent earns its keep with active families. Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, X-MODE with Hill Descent Control, and a towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds give the SUV the range to handle a small camper, a boat, or a loaded trailer. A standard Trailer Stability Assist system reads trailer sway through yaw sensors and brakes individual wheels to help keep everything tracking straight, which is reassuring for owners towing for the first time.

New Charging Ports and Cabin Updates

The most useful change for 2027 is the addition of USB Type-C charging ports alongside the existing Type-A outlets. The new ports sit on the right rear quarter trim near the third-row seats and come with protective covers, so the passengers furthest from the dashboard finally get faster, more compatible charging for modern phones and tablets.

Subaru also added a small but thoughtful interior light OFF switch that lets the driver disable the door-activated cabin lighting with a single touch. Parents hauling a sleeping child on a late drive will appreciate not waking the back seat every time a door opens. Step up to the Limited and the Ascent gains an LED rear gate lamp that lights the cargo area when the tailgate is open, plus heated second-row outboard seats, a 12-way power driver’s seat with memory, and rear-seat sunshades.

Higher trims layer on comfort. The Limited adds a Harman Kardon audio system, navigation, a Surround View Monitor, and Cabin Connect, which pipes the driver’s voice to rear passengers. The Touring brings perforated Nappa leather, ventilated front seats, second-row captain’s chairs, a 120-volt cargo-area power outlet, and a Smart Rear-View Mirror, while the Onyx Edition Touring swaps in blacked-out exterior trim and 20-inch black-finish wheels.

Safety Ratings and Standard Driver Aids

Safety remains a strong selling point. The Ascent earned a 2026 TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, and it has collected IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK recognition for nine consecutive years. That kind of consistency is rare in the segment and worth weighing for buyers shopping primarily on crash protection.

Every trim includes Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist Technology with a Wide-Angle Mono Camera and Emergency Stop Assist, along with Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Reverse Automatic Braking, and Automatic Emergency Steering. The Limited and above add the DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System, which uses a cabin camera to warn drivers showing signs of fatigue or distraction.

Colors and When You Can Buy One

The 2027 Ascent is available in Autumn Green Metallic, Crystal Black Silica, Dark Mahogany Pearl, Ice Silver Metallic, Magnetite Gray Metallic, Crystal White Pearl, and the two newly added blues, Daybreak Blue Pearl and Deepwater Blue Pearl. The Deepwater Blue Pearl shade is exclusive to the Ascent within the Subaru range.

Production continues at Subaru of Indiana Automotive in Lafayette, Indiana, the same plant that builds the Crosstrek and Forester. With pricing now set and deliveries due this summer, the 2027 Ascent keeps Subaru’s three-row contender priced from $40,795 with standard all-wheel drive, a proven turbo Boxer engine, and a safety record few rivals can match.