Subaru Ascent Transmission Specifications
The 2027 Subaru Ascent uses Automatic (AV-S8) transmission, depending on engine and trim.
Latest model year (2027):
The Subaru Ascent comes with Automatic (AV-S8).
Subaru Ascent Transmission — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 |
| 2027 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 |
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 |
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 |
| 2024 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 |
| 2023 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 |
| 2022 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 |
| 2021 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 |
| 2020 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 |
| 2020 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 22 |
| 2019 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 23 |
| 2019 | Auto (AV-S8), 4 cyl, 2.4 L | 4 2.4L | Automatic (AV-S8) | All-Wheel Drive | 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 Transmission FAQ
What transmission does the Subaru Ascent have?
The Subaru Ascent is offered with Automatic (AV-S8) (2027 and earlier model years). Availability depends on engine and trim — see the year-by-year table above.
Does the Subaru Ascent come with a manual transmission?
No manual transmission is listed for the Subaru Ascent in the EPA data we track; all listed configurations are automatic or CVT.