2026 Subaru Ascent: Setting A Higher Bar for Three-Row SUVs
The 2026 Subaru Ascent raises the bar for three-row family SUVs, combining spacious comfort with legendary capability and safety. At Herb Gordon Subaru in Silver Spring, Maryland, our dedicated team understands that families throughout the area need a vehicle that can handle everything from school carpools to weekend adventures. With powerful turbocharged performance, advanced technology features, industry-leading safety systems, and flexible seating configurations designed for modern family life, it's the perfect SUV for growing families.
Turbocharged Power Delivers Confident Performance
A powerful 2.4-liter powers the 2026 Subaru Ascent turbocharged Subaru BOXER® engine, generating 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque for confident acceleration and towing capability. Like our other new Subaru SUVs, it comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive® and a continuously variable transmission that has been refined to provide a more natural shifting feel when accelerating. The Subaru Ascent achieves an impressive 5,000-pound towing capacity when properly equipped, making it ideal for hauling boats, trailers, or recreational equipment. Its fuel economy is an EPA-estimated 23 miles per gallon city and 29 highway, thanks to active grille shutters and optimized aerodynamics that improve overall performance.
Advanced Technology and Premium Interior Comfort
The 2026 Subaru Ascent features the STARLINK® infotainment system with a large 13.1-inch vertical touchscreen that provides intuitive control of all vehicle functions. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration work seamlessly with built-in Google Maps™ and voice control via Google Assistant™. The spacious three-row interior offers up to eight-passenger seating with flexible second-row options, including captain chairs or bench seating. Its premium amenities include heated front seats, multiple USB-C charging ports throughout all three rows, and available features like ventilated front seats and a fourteen-speaker Harman Kardon® premium sound system for exceptional audio quality.
Comprehensive Safety Protection for Every Journey
Safety leadership defines the 2026 Subaru Ascent, with standard EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology providing enhanced protection through improved cameras and wider field-of-view monitoring. The comprehensive safety suite includes adaptive cruise control with lane centering, automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, and rear cross-traffic alert as standard equipment. Advanced features like Traffic Jam Assist on Touring models help reduce driver fatigue during stop-and-go traffic situations. The DriverFocus® distraction mitigation system uses facial recognition technology to monitor driver attention and provide alerts when necessary, while Emergency Stop Assist® can bring the vehicle to a controlled stop if the driver becomes unresponsive.
Test-Drive the 2026 Subaru Ascent in Silver Spring, MD
Experience three-row capability perfected with the 2026 Subaru Ascent at our Subaru dealership in Silver Spring, MD. Once you've taken a test drive, our Subaru finance specialists can help you explore competitive Subaru lease offers and family-friendly financing solutions. You'll soon discover how this SUV's safety, versatility, and reliability make it the ideal choice for Maryland families.
