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Subaru · model year 2027
2027 Subaru Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD
SUV · All-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Where it places
- 309 Fuel-efficient SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #309 of 479 - 158 Fuel-efficient large SUVs
Ordered by combined MPG #158 of 488 - 466 2027 cars and trucks
Every car of that year, A to Z #466 of 539 - 02 Subaru cars
Every model year, newest first #2 of 1,061 - 715 Fuel-efficient AWD and 4WD cars
Ordered by combined MPG #715 of 1,362 - 1004 Gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
Ordered by fuel a year #1004 of 2,158
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The CarCody take
The 2027 Subaru Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD is a gasoline SUV with all-wheel drive, a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and an automatic transmission. Its EPA combined rating is 21 MPG, with 19 MPG city and 25 MPG highway. EPA estimates annual fuel cost at $3,200 and tailpipe emissions at 421 grams of CO2 per mile.
Good to know
- All-wheel drive drivetrain.
- 25 MPG highway rating exceeds its 19 MPG city rating.
- Turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine.
- Automatic AV-S8 transmission.
Watch for
- 21 MPG combined means notable gasoline use.
- EPA annual fuel cost is $3,200.
- City rating falls to 19 MPG.
- Tailpipe CO2 is 421 grams per mile.
Who it suits. Drivers seeking an AWD gasoline SUV. Routes with substantial highway driving. Buyers comparing SUV fuel figures.
Choose this Ascent when all-wheel drive and SUV format matter more than minimizing gasoline use. Its 21 MPG combined rating gives you a clear running-cost baseline, while the $3,200 yearly estimate makes the fuel budget easy to see. The 2.4-liter turbo engine and automatic transmission define the powertrain, and the city-highway split shows why daily traffic can raise consumption. Compare those figures with other SUVs before deciding.
What it is
The 2027 Subaru Ascent Limited/Touring/Onyx AWD is a standard sport utility vehicle with all-wheel drive. It runs on gasoline and uses a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired with an automatic AV-S8 transmission. See more Subaru cars.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 21 MPG combined. The EPA rating is 19 MPG in city driving and 25 MPG on the highway, so stop-and-go use costs more fuel than steady highway travel.
What it costs to run
EPA estimates fuel at $3,200 per year. Tailpipe emissions are rated at 421 grams of CO2 per mile.
How it compares
Use its 21 MPG combined figure when comparing this Ascent with other gasoline SUVs. Its 19 city and 25 highway ratings show how the result can shift with your route. Browse fuel-efficient SUVs for other chart entries.
Who it suits
This Ascent fits a driver who wants an SUV with all-wheel drive and a gasoline turbo four-cylinder, while accepting a 21 MPG combined rating.
Trade-offs
All-wheel drive and the turbocharged engine come with a 21 MPG combined EPA result. Highway economy reaches 25 MPG, but city driving drops to 19 MPG, and the annual fuel estimate is $3,200.
Verdict
Choose this Ascent when all-wheel drive and SUV format matter more than minimizing gasoline use. Its 21 MPG combined rating gives you a clear running-cost baseline, while the $3,200 yearly estimate makes the fuel budget easy to see. The 2.4-liter turbo engine and automatic transmission define the powertrain, and the city-highway split shows why daily traffic can raise consumption. Compare those figures with other SUVs before deciding.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 21 MPG
- City MPG
- 19 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 25 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 421 g per mile
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- SUV
- EPA size class
- Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
- Drive
- All-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 2.4 L 4-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Automatic (AV-S8)
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2027 Subaru Ascent's combined MPG?
The EPA combined rating is 21 MPG.
What are its city and highway MPG ratings?
It is rated at 19 MPG city and 25 MPG highway.
How much does it cost to fuel each year?
The EPA annual fuel-cost estimate is $3,200.
What drivetrain does this Ascent use?
It has all-wheel drive.
What engine and transmission are listed?
The powertrain is a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine with an automatic AV-S8 transmission.
What fuel does it use?
This Ascent uses gasoline.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it emit?
Its tailpipe rating is 421 grams of CO2 per mile.
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