Less Is More: Meet the Subaru Ascent

Car buying can be so difficult when purchasing with a family in mind because it can often feel like you need to compromise one thing to have another or otherwise spend an arm and a leg to have it all. And if you live in the Albany area, you also have to consider factors like weather and terrain. Maybe you see a car that seems like it would be right for your family if you lived somewhere else. If you’ve been specifically looking for an SUV to meet the needs of your family, we here at Subaru of Troy, your premier Albany Subaru dealership, suggest you come visit us and check out the Subaru Ascent.

We think that the Ascent is the perfect vehicle for Albany families because it provides everything you could ask for in an SUV while sticking to Subaru’s commitment to efficiency, including a large amount of cargo space. This eight-seat SUV is deceptively compact while still having the strength it needs to perform as an SUV, making it extremely versatile for all kinds of family adventures and day-to-day life. So, let’s see why the Subaru Ascent is a perfect fit for Albany drivers, whether you’re going on a road trip or making your daily commute.

An Innovative Design

The biggest reason we feel so strongly about why the Ascent is perfect for Albany drivers is in its design. The bold yet relatively compact build of the Ascent, which makes way for a spacious interior, makes this vehicle perfect for those looking to enjoy a night on the town in the great capital of our state or take a day trip up to the Catskills. Subarus are known for their athleticism, which is why the Ascent is built strong enough to handle adventure yet compact enough to traverse the city streets without being a monstrosity.

But don’t let the efficiency of the exterior design fool you into thinking that you’re looking at a cramped interior. It is quite the opposite; with 153.5 cu.ft. of passenger volume and seating for either seven or eight, all passengers will be quite comfortable. There’s no pressure to fill all eight seats all the time because the second and third-row seats are foldable, making way for 75.6 cu.ft. of cargo space. If there are just a few of you going on a road trip, this flexible and generous cargo space will go to mighty good use. While it seats up to eight, the Ascent is not merely a functional vehicle.

With premium design features and rich color schemes, the Ascent provides a beautiful and welcoming environment for passengers. The Ascent is equally as good for driving the kids to soccer as it is for driving colleagues to a lunch meeting. The 2022 Ascent even has helpful features for kids and adults alike, including nineteen cup and bottle holders. But, the really exciting part that everyone will get excited about is the Panoramic Moonroof. With this feature, everyone will be better able to enjoy the soothing beams of sunlight, the city lights, and the country stars with a sense of childlike wonder. At 54-inches in length, you’ll have five and a half feet of sky viewing to enjoy, and passengers may just want the ride to last a little longer. Between the generous space and the excellence in design, the Ascent is an SUV that people want to be in. And we haven’t even turned the car on yet!

Superior Performance

How does the vehicle perform? Is it efficient? Does it have the strength that I need? All good questions. Now, even if you’re not a car enthusiast looking to tear up the racetrack at top speeds, performance still makes a big difference in the driving experience for you and your family. It all begins with the engine, and the 2022 Ascent is equipped with a direct-injection turbocharged Subaru Boxer engine. This uniquely-designed engine provides 260 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque with over 500 miles of highway driving range. This is standard on all trims of the 2022 Ascent, so there’s no secret upcharge for this great engine!

Even with 75.6 cu.ft. of cargo storage space, sometimes you just need to take a little more with you on the road. This is no problem for the 2022 Ascent because that turbocharged engine and its 277 lb-ft of torque allow the vehicle to tow up to 5,000 lbs. That is impressive for a vehicle the size of the Ascent, and it will surely come in handy when going on a camping trip up in the Adirondacks.

But performance is not merely about numbers because the numbers don’t tell the full story. What is more important is how the vehicle adapts to keep you and your family safe and stress-free as road conditions change, whether the changes come from weather or location. The 2022 Ascent comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, meaning that it can handle all kinds of terrain and weather conditions and is constantly monitoring your driver input to make sure that it is delivering optimized power to all four wheels. If you’re driving with a family in a location like Albany, which is urban yet often sees ice and heavy snow, you want a car that will adapt to your setting with you, both for the sake of safety and enjoyment.

Efficiency and Affordability

We can all agree that, as much as we love our great state of New York, it is not always the cheapest place to live. Two of Subaru’s biggest selling points are its affordability and its efficiency. The two go hand-in-hand because even once the vehicle is fully paid off, it still costs money. If you’re using your vehicle for your daily commute, then that has the potential to rack up fuel costs very quickly. That is why efficiency is of the utmost importance.

With an EPA-estimated fuel efficiency of up to 21 MPG in the city and 27 MPG on the highway, the 2022 Ascent will have no problem helping you keep your gas bills down. And with a starting MSRP of $32,795, you’ll even get a good deal upfront. [a] Why spend more for a mediocre product when you can spend less for a great one? With Subaru’s Built to Last mindset and the fact that 96% of Subarus sold in the last decade are still alive and well today, there’s not much question here. There’s a reason that Subaru continues to be voted the Most Trusted Brand by Kelley Blue Book. You’ll see why once you’re behind the wheel.

The Subaru Ascent Is an SUV Built for Albany Drivers

The Subaru Ascent is a great vehicle for Albany drivers for a simple reason: you get more for less. More interior space for less exterior girth and more efficiency, design, and performance features for less money. Subaru understands that less is more, proving this to be true in the 2022 Ascent. With efficiency at the forefront, both in its design and its engineering, this high-performing vehicle has the space that you and your family need with a host of exciting luxury features while offering you a vehicle that is Built to Last and will keep your bills down over time. The Ascent truly has Albany drivers in mind, and we here at Subaru of Troy welcome you to come down and experience everything the Ascent has to offer.

[a] MSRP may change without notice. See dealer for complete details.