Subaru Ascent vs. Ford Explorer SUV Comparison
Compare the New 2021 Subaru Ascent to the 2021 Ford Explorer: Which Three-Row SUV is the Best Fit for Nederland, TX Drivers?
Whatever your reasons for needing a three-row SUV are, there's a new 2021 Subaru Ascent model that can fit the lifestyle and needs of any driver in Nederland, TX. The Subaru Ascent is the largest Subaru vehicle ever built, offering elegant comfort for up to eight passengers and plenty of cargo space. Even with its large stature, the Ascent uses a turbocharged engine and standard all-wheel drive to deliver an exciting and strong performance with plenty of towing strength to get your trailer or boat from Beaumont to Sabine Lake. From accommodating the entire family on your daily outings and vacations, or it's enjoying a spacious and sophisticated experience behind the wheel with cutting-edge features throughout, the Subaru Ascent lineup checks all the boxes.
To help demonstrate what makes a new 2021 Subaru Ascent model such a great option for Nederland drivers, we're going to compare it to the new 2021 Ford Explorer. Both vehicles are in the three-row SUV class and are known for their versatility, but which model is the right fit for you?
2021 Subaru Ascent vs. 2021 Ford Explorer
Performance and Capability
- Every new Subaru Ascent model comes equipped with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to provide you with optimal traction and control at all times, delivering a more commanding and versatile driving experience. Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive will come in useful in heavy rain or the next time you take the family camping or hiking. The Ford Explorer offers standard rear-wheel drive instead. All-Wheel Drive is available on all Explorer models at an additional price.
- Both the Ford Explorer and Subaru Ascent offer similar numbers in estimated fuel economy, with the Explorer getting a slight nod with 28 mpg on the highway compared to 27 in the Ascent. However, the Subaru Ascent comes with 19.3 gallons of fuel capacity while the Explorer offers 18.6 gallons, allowing you to make it further on a single tank in the Ascent.
- If you enjoy getting out of Port Arthur and exploring the great outdoors, you're bound to run into some rough terrain. The Ascent comes with 8.7-inches of ground clearance to help you traverse those obstacles. The Ford Explorer offers slightly less with 7.9-inches of ground clearance.
Seating Capacity
- If you need a three-row SUV with seating for eight passengers, the Subaru Ascent is your option. The Ascent offers standard seating for eight passengers with a second-row bench seat. You can also opt for a seven-seat configuration with second-row captain's chairs. The Ford Explorer offers seating for up to seven passengers, with three-seats in the middle and two in the third row. More commonly, the Explorer comes in a six-seat configuration with second-row captain's chairs.
Price
- The starting price for both vehicles is similar, with the Ascent available at a slightly lower price of around $32,300 and the Explorer starting just over $32,600. However, if you want to upgrade to the available 4WD system on the Explorer, the starting price will increase. The Ascent already comes with standard all-wheel drive with X-MODE.
Explore the Lineup of New 2021 Subaru Ascent Models at JK Subaru in Nederland Today
When you're ready to pick out the right Subaru Ascent model for you, we invite you to visit us at JK Subaru in Nederland to see the entire lineup in person. We'll walk you through each model and help you choose the one that offers the features and capabilities you want most before taking you for a test drive to experience it for yourself. With great financing offers and Ascent lease deals available, we're sure that we can help you drive home in the Ascent model that's right for you today.
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Nederland, TX 77627
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