The 2026 Subaru Ascent is the longest SUV in Subaru of America’s U.S. lineup at 196.8 inches, while the Crosstrek is the shortest at 176.4 inches. For ground clearance, the listed figures range from 8.3 inches on the Solterra to 9.5 inches on the Outback Wilderness. The right fit depends on which measurement matters: body width is not mirror width, and trim can change a vehicle’s height or clearance.
2026 Subaru SUV dimensions at a glance
These are Subaru of America’s published U.S. specifications for the 2026 model year. Width means body width, excluding mirrors. Figures can vary by trim, as noted below.
| Model | Length | Body width | Height | Ground clearance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crosstrek | 176.4 in | 70.9 in; Wilderness 71.7 in | 62.8 in Base; 63.0 in several trims; 63.6 in Wilderness | 8.7 in; Wilderness 9.3 in |
| Forester | 183.3 in for most trims; Wilderness 182.9 in | 72.0 in for most trims; Wilderness 72.4 in | 68.1 in for most trims; Wilderness 69.3 in | 8.7 in; Wilderness 9.3 in |
| Solterra | 184.6 in | 73.2 in | 65.0 in | 8.3 in at curb weight |
| Outback | 191.7 in | 74.0 in | 67.5 in; Wilderness 68.3 in | 8.7 in; Wilderness 9.5 in |
| Ascent | 196.8 in | 76.0 in | 71.6 in with standard roof rails | 8.7 in |
Sources: Subaru 2026 Crosstrek brochure, Forester specifications, Outback brochure, Ascent comparison and Solterra brochure.
Which Subaru SUV is biggest or smallest?
Longest: Ascent
At 196.8 inches long, the Ascent has the greatest overall length in this comparison. Subaru describes it as its largest three-row SUV; its seating capacity is up to seven or eight, depending on configuration. Length alone does not determine passenger or cargo capacity.
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Shortest: Crosstrek
The Crosstrek measures 176.4 inches long, 20.4 inches shorter than the Ascent. For someone comparing parking footprints, it is the most compact model in this group by length.
Forester and Solterra are close in length
The Solterra is 184.6 inches long, just 1.3 inches longer than the standard Forester’s 183.3 inches. Subaru lists the Forester Wilderness at 182.9 inches, so the ordering varies slightly by trim.
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How wide is a Subaru SUV?
By body width, the models range from 70.9 inches for most Crosstrek trims to 76.0 inches for the Ascent. Body width excludes mirrors, so it may not be the number you need for a narrow garage or gate.
Body width versus mirror-to-mirror width
Subaru lists the Solterra at 73.2 inches wide, or 83.4 inches including mirrors. For the Outback, the corresponding figures are 74.0 inches and 82.9 inches. Use the mirror-to-mirror figure when the mirrors will remain extended in a tight passage; measure the actual opening and account for clearance rather than assuming the vehicle will fit exactly at its published width.
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Published height depends on model, trim and roof equipment. In the 2026 specifications here, the Crosstrek ranges from 62.8 inches for Base to 63.6 inches for Wilderness. The Forester is 68.1 inches for most trims and 69.3 inches for Wilderness; the Outback is 67.5 inches, rising to 68.3 inches for Wilderness. The Solterra is 65.0 inches. Subaru lists the Ascent at 71.6 inches with standard roof rails.
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Ground clearance by model and trim
Most standard configurations listed here have 8.7 inches of ground clearance. The Solterra is listed at 8.3 inches at curb weight. Wilderness versions have higher published figures: 9.3 inches for Crosstrek and Forester, and 9.5 inches for Outback.
Ground clearance is the listed space beneath the vehicle, not a guarantee that it can cross a particular obstacle. Approach and departure angles, tire condition, vehicle load and the obstacle’s shape also affect whether the vehicle can pass without contact. Subaru identifies the Crosstrek and Solterra clearance figures as measured at curb weight.
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Which dimensions matter for your fit?
- Parking footprint: Compare overall length with the usable length of the space.
- Narrow access: Check mirror-to-mirror width if mirrors remain extended, not just body width.
- Overhead clearance: Use the exact trim’s height and include roof rails or other equipment.
- Uneven ground: Compare ground clearance, while recognizing that clearance alone does not describe obstacle capability.
- People and cargo: Treat seating and cargo capacity as separate from exterior dimensions. Subaru’s comparison materials list up to 75.6 cubic feet of cargo volume for Ascent and up to 80.5 cubic feet for Outback; those figures do not make the longer vehicle automatically the one with more cargo space.
For seating context, Subaru says the Ascent seats up to seven or eight, while Forester and Outback seat up to five. See Subaru’s Ascent and Forester comparison and Outback and Forester comparison for the manufacturer’s comparison details.
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How to use the published figures accurately
- Match the specification to the model year and trim you are considering; Wilderness dimensions differ from several standard configurations.
- Distinguish body width from mirror-to-mirror width where Subaru publishes both.
- Use stated dimensions rather than estimating from brochure illustrations. Subaru notes that dimensions and features can vary by trim.
- Treat the figures as Subaru-published specifications, not independent measurement tests.
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