
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)
