2027 Subaru Ascent Release Date, Price & Specs – The 2027 Subaru Ascent is Subaru’s only three-row family SUV for the U.S. market. It is a carryover year with modest updates rather than a redesign: extra USB-C ports, an interior-light off switch, a new exclusive paint color, and pricing that barely moved. It remains a practical, all-wheel-drive three-row built in Lafayette, Indiana.
2027 Subaru Ascent Release Date
Subaru announced 2027 Ascent pricing on June 11, 2026. The company said the model would arrive at U.S. retailers this summer (summer 2026). By September 2026, official Subaru pages list the 2027 Ascent as the current model with inventory search available, so most dealers should have stock or incoming units.
There is no mid-cycle refresh or all-new generation for 2027. The next full redesign is still expected later in the decade.
2027 Subaru Ascent Price
Subaru held the line on most MSRPs. Destination and delivery is $1,495 (higher in some Northeast states and Alaska).
MSRP (before destination):
| Trim | Seating | MSRP |
|---|---|---|
| Premium | 7 or 8 passenger | $40,795 |
| Limited | 7 or 8 passenger | $47,985 |
| Limited Bronze Edition | 7 passenger | $49,095 |
| Touring | 7 passenger | $51,165 |
| Onyx Edition Touring | 7 passenger | $51,995 |
Premium colors (Daybreak Blue Pearl and Deepwater Blue Pearl) add $395.
With destination, a base Premium starts around $42,290. Limited and Limited Bronze Edition rose $100 versus 2026; other trims are unchanged.
2027 Subaru Ascent Specs and Powertrain
The powertrain is unchanged:
- Engine: 2.4-liter turbocharged SUBARU BOXER four-cylinder
- Output: 260 hp @ 5,600 rpm, 277 lb-ft of torque
- Transmission: Lineartronic CVT with 8-speed manual mode and paddle shifters
- Drivetrain: Standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive
- Towing: Up to 5,000 pounds (highest in the Subaru lineup)
- Ground clearance: 8.7 inches
- Fuel economy (EPA): Premium 19 city / 26 highway / 22 combined mpg; other trims 19/25/21 mpg
- Fuel tank: 19.3 gallons
- Recommended fuel: 87 octane
X-MODE with Hill Descent Control is standard; Dual-function X-MODE (Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud) is standard on Limited and above.
What’s New for the 2027 Subaru Ascent?
Updates are small and family-focused:
- Deepwater Blue Pearl — new color exclusive to Ascent
- Daybreak Blue Pearl added to the palette
- USB-C charging ports added next to existing USB-A ports, including near the third row with covers
- Interior light OFF switch so cabin lights stay off when doors open (useful with sleeping kids)
- LED rear gate lamp on Limited and Limited Bronze Edition to light the cargo area when the liftgate is open
No styling overhaul, no new engine, and no hybrid Ascent for 2027.
2027 Subaru Ascent Trims and Features
Premium ($40,795)
7- or 8-passenger. 18-inch black alloy wheels, heated front StarTex seats, 8-way power driver seat, heated steering wheel, 11.6-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, dual-zone climate with rear automatic climate, power rear gate, 19 cupholders, Keyless Access with push-button start.
Limited ($47,985)
7- or 8-passenger. Adds 20-inch wheels, heated second-row outboard seats, 12-way power driver seat with memory, power passenger seat, rear sunshades, Harman Kardon audio, navigation, Surround View Monitor, Cabin Connect, LED cargo lamp.
Limited Bronze Edition ($49,095)
7-passenger only. Limited equipment plus bronze wheels, bronze grille/cladding accents, and bronze interior stitching.
Touring ($51,165)
7-passenger captain’s chairs. Perforated Nappa leather, ventilated front seats, ambient lighting, Smart Rear-View Mirror, 120-volt cargo outlet, chrome exterior accents.
Onyx Edition Touring ($51,995)
Touring plus blacked-out exterior (black wheels, gloss-black grille, black window moldings) and green contrast stitching inside.
Safety and Driver Aids
The 2026 Ascent earned IIHS Top Safety Pick+; Subaru says the 2027 model continues that safety suite. Standard on all trims:
- EyeSight Driver Assist (wide-angle mono camera)
- Emergency Stop Assist
- Blind-Spot Detection with Lane Change Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
- Reverse Automatic Braking
- Automatic Emergency Steering
DriverFocus distraction mitigation is standard on Limited and higher. MySubaru connected services are available.
Dimensions, Space, and Capability
- Length: 196.8 in
- Width: 76.0 in (85.9 in with mirrors)
- Height: 71.6 in (with roof rails)
- Wheelbase: 113.8 in
- Passenger volume: up to 153.2 cu ft
- Cargo: up to 75.6 cu ft behind first row
- Curb weight: about 4,450–4,603 lbs depending on trim and seating
Subaru markets more passenger volume than several rivals (Mazda CX-90, Ford Explorer, Nissan Pathfinder) and more third-row legroom than Jeep Grand Cherokee L, plus standard AWD and 8.7 inches of clearance that some competitors do not match in base form.
The 2027 Ascent is assembled at Subaru of Indiana Automotive in Lafayette, Indiana, alongside Crosstrek and Forester.
Should You Buy a 2027 Subaru Ascent?
Choose the 2027 Ascent if you want a three-row SUV with standard AWD, real ground clearance, 5,000-lb towing, and a starting price that stayed relatively flat. It is not the roomiest third row in the class and the updates are incremental, so shoppers waiting for a full redesign may want to wait. For U.S. families who need seven or eight seats and winter/all-weather capability now, it is a straightforward, well-equipped option with a clear price ladder from about $42,300 to the mid-$50,000s after destination. Check local Subaru inventory for 2027 models already on lots.