Subaru Ascent Drivetrain & Drive Type
The 2027 Subaru Ascent is available in All-Wheel Drive drivetrain configuration.
Latest model year (2027):
The Subaru Ascent is offered in All-Wheel Drive configuration.
Subaru Ascent Drivetrain — All Years
| Year | Trim | Drive | Transmission | Engine | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 21 |
| 2027 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 22 |
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 21 |
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 22 |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 21 |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 22 |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 22 |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 21 |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 22 |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 21 |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 23 |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 22 |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 23 |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 22 |
| 2020 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 23 |
| 2020 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 22 |
| 2019 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 23 |
| 2019 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | All-Wheel Drive | Automatic (AV-S8) | 4 2.4L | 22 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Subaru Ascent Drivetrain FAQ
Is the Subaru Ascent front-wheel, rear-wheel, or all-wheel drive?
The Subaru Ascent is available in All-Wheel Drive. Drivetrain availability changes by model year and trim — the table above shows every combination.
Does the Subaru Ascent come with AWD or 4WD?
Yes — all-wheel or four-wheel drive is available on the Subaru Ascent. See the table above for the specific years and trims.