2025 Subaru Ascent Towing Guide

Towing Capacity Summary

All 2025 Subaru Ascent trims come with the same turbocharged engine and towing specs across the board.

  • Towing Capacity (All Trims): 5,000 lbs
  • Tongue Weight: 500 lbs (10% of max trailer weight)
  • Engine: 2.4L Turbocharged BOXER® (260 hp / 277 lb-ft torque)
  • Transmission: High-torque CVT with 8-speed manual mode and paddle shifters
  • Standard AWD + Trailer Stability Assist on all trims

Trim Grouping by Wheel Size and Features

18-Inch Wheel Models - Lighter & More Efficient

  • Trims:
    • Premium 8-Passenger
    • Premium 7-Passenger
  • Fuel Economy: 26 city / 20 hwy mpg
  • Wheel Size: 18-inch alloys
  • Weight: ~4,433-4,449 lbs
  • Interior: Cloth seating, 8- or 7-passenger configurations
  • Ideal For: Daily drivers needing solid towing capability with better MPG and a lower curb weight.

20-Inch Wheel Models - Enhanced Comfort & Features

  • Trims:
    • Onyx Edition
    • Onyx Edition Touring
    • Limited (7- & 8-Passenger)
    • Limited Bronze Edition
    • Touring
  • Fuel Economy: 25 city / 19 hwy mpg
  • Wheel Size: 20-inch alloys (various finishes)
  • Weight: ~4,533-4,597 lbs
  • Interior Upgrades: Leather seating (Limited/Touring), StarTex® in Onyx trims, Nappa leather in Touring, ventilated front seats on upper trims
  • Additional Towing Support:
    • Dual-function X-MODE
    • Power-folding mirrors
    • Cabin Connect (Touring trims)
  • Ideal For: Families and adventurers wanting maximum towing with more luxury, tech, and off-road support.

Towing & Trailering Features

All trims include:

  • Symmetrical AWD with Active Torque Split
  • X-MODE with Hill Descent Control
  • Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
  • Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC)
  • Auto Vehicle Hold & Brake Override
  • 13.1" front / 13.0" rear ventilated disc brakes

Additional Specs Supporting Towing

  • Ground Clearance: 8.7 inches
  • Wheelbase: 113.8 inches
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 19.3 gallons
  • Rear Cargo Volume: Up to 75.6 cu. ft. (seats folded)