Trim Report

Subaru Ascent Premium2021

Includes:SUBASCENT|Premium
$7,795
Starting From
2,380
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 2,380 active dealer listings as of

Min $7,795
Max $54,768
From $7,795
Fresh

Premium Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$7,795
$8K–$32K
360 listings75,139 avg miles
Bronze Edition
From$28,821
1,803 listings|$29K–$58K
Limited
From$10,500
3,371 listings|$11K–$138K
Limited Bronze
From$43,962
493 listings|$44K–$59K
Onyx Edition
From$18,999
396 listings|$19K–$47K
Onyx Edition Limited
From$15,795
249 listings|$16K–$41K
Onyx Touring
From$50,212
11 listings|$50K–$56K
Premium
From$7,795
2,380 listings|$8K–$55K
Touring
From$12,471
2,765 listings|$12K–$57K

2021 Subaru Ascent Premium Pricing

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Where to Find Subaru Ascent Premium

Location data for all 2021 Subaru Ascent trims combined

38States

8% of the market sits in Texas, though listings span 38 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Subaru Ascent Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Subaru Ascent trims

Elevated

With 1 recalls and 96 complaints, the 2021 Subaru Ascent rates as elevated on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

1
Recalls
96
Complaints
3
Crashes
1
Fires
Recall Findings
22V9070002022-08-12
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ascent vehicles. The ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.

A melting ground terminal increases the risk of a fire.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2021 Subaru Ascent's biggest weak point? POWER TRAIN. It leads 96 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Power Train14
02Visibility/wiper13
03Electrical System12
04Unknown Or Other6
05Service Brakes6
96 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Subaru Ascent Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Subaru Ascent trims

22–23mpg combined
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20-21city
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26-27hwy
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$1,900-$2,000/yr

Fuel economy for the 2021 Subaru Ascent ranges from 22 to 23 MPG combined across 2 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Ascent - Automatic (AV-S8)
23mpg
2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
21 city27 hwy~$1,900/yr5/10 Average
Ascent Limited/Touring - Automatic (AV-S8)
22mpg
2.4L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
20 city26 hwy~$2,000/yr4/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Premium Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2021 Subaru Ascent Premium

How does the Premium compare to other Subaru Ascent trims?

Every Subaru Ascent trim targets a different buyer. The 2021 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Subaru Ascent Premium?

The Premium shares its core mechanicals with other Subaru Ascent trims, so major service intervals are similar. Watch for power train issues, the most commonly reported problem area. There are 1 recall to verify before purchase. The 2021 model page has the details.

What are the best years for the Subaru Ascent Premium?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Subaru Ascent Premium year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Subaru Ascent overview compares all years side by side.

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