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2023 Subaru
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2023 Volkswagen
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| MPG - City | 19 - 20 MPG | 18 - 21 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 25 - 26 MPG | 23 - 25 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 7 - 8 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 72.8 - 75.6 ft3 | 96.8 ft3 |
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| Transmission | Continuously Variable | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 260 hp | 235 - 276 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs | 2,000 - 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 196.8 in | 200.7 in |
| Exterior Width | 76.0 in | 78.3 in |
| Leg Room |
Front 42.2 in
Rear 38.6 in |
Front 41.7 in
Rear 37.6 in |
| Head Room |
Front 40.4 - 41.2 in
Rear 38.7 - 40.0 in |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 40.4 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
The Subaru Ascent offers rear passengers about the same room to stretch out as the Volkswagen Atlas, with comparable head- and legroom.
As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Subaru Ascent and the Volkswagen Atlas.
Convenience
The Subaru Ascent requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Subaru Ascent will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Dimensions
Since the Subaru Ascent is much slimmer than the Volkswagen Atlas, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
When looking at overall length, the Subaru Ascent takes up about the same amount of space in your garage as the Volkswagen Atlas.
Handling
The Subaru Ascent has a smaller turning radius than the Volkswagen Atlas, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.
Performance
If you've got something you need to pull, the Subaru Ascent will do just as well as the Volkswagen Atlas, since they have about the same towing capacity.
The Subaru Ascent has a little less horsepower than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Subaru Ascent transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Volkswagen Atlas.
Utility
The Subaru Ascent offers greater seating capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.
The Subaru Ascent has significantly less cargo capacity than the Volkswagen Atlas.