Name: 2022 Subaru Ascent
Brand: Subaru
Availability: InStock

Question 1

What are the specifications and price of the 2022 Subaru Ascent in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Subaru Ascent is Subaru's largest SUV, a seven or eight-seat vehicle powered by the 2.4L FA24F turbocharged Boxer four-cylinder producing 260 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque, paired with a Lineartronic CVT and standard symmetrical AWD — no front-wheel drive version is available. The Ascent 2022 is available in four trim levels in Canada: Convenience (starting at approximately $36,995), Touring (approximately $44,995), Limited (approximately $49,995), and Premier (approximately $52,995). The standard 8-passenger bench-seat configuration is standard on entry-level versions, while Touring and above offer captain's chairs in the second row for a more premium 7-passenger configuration. Cargo volume is 453 litres with all three rows in use, 1,229 litres with the third row folded, and 2,498 litres with all rows lowered. Towing capacity is 2,268 kg with the tow package. The 2022 Ascent features minor cosmetic updates versus the 2021 — new available colors, equipment adjustments by trim. The base warranty is 3 years/60,000 km, with a powertrain warranty of 5 years/100,000 km, and a 5-year/unlimited perforation corrosion warranty.

Question 2

Is the 2022 Subaru Ascent a good family vehicle for Canada?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 Subaru Ascent is specifically designed for active Canadian families and effectively meets the demands of life with children. The standard symmetrical AWD is a direct advantage for winter conditions — in Quebec, Ontario, Western provinces, and mountain regions. Subaru's AWD system is mechanical and permanent, unlike the on-demand systems of many competitors that only engage when traction is lost. For families with young children, the Ascent offers three LATCH anchor points for child seats and enough door opening space to maneuver car seats. The third row is accessible via a second-row seat glide mechanism and comfortably fits children up to 10-12 years old; for adults, it is usable for short trips. The 2022 Ascent offers standard EyeSight (automatic pre-collision braking, adaptive cruise, lane departure alert) on all versions with automatic transmission — a safety suite recognized and awarded by the IIHS (Top Safety Pick+). Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility is available on all trims, and the Limited version adds an 11.6-inch touchscreen with integrated navigation. The 260 hp turbocharged engine delivers acceptable performance even fully loaded on the highway.

Question 3

What is the reliability of the 2022 Subaru Ascent and what are its maintenance costs in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The reliability of the 2022 Subaru Ascent has improved compared to the early production years (2018-2019), which experienced some oil consumption issues with the FA24F engine. Subaru Canada issued technical service bulletins and warranty corrections for these situations, and the 2021-2022 model years benefit from engineering corrections. Consumer Reports ranked the Ascent in the lower-average range of its class in 2022, with some persistent reports of elevated oil consumption — checking the oil level every 3,000 to 5,000 km is advised. Subaru Canada recommended maintenance includes 0W-20 full-synthetic oil changes every 8,000 km (approximately $90 to $130 at a Subaru dealer), an annual major inspection, and air filter replacement every 24,000 km. The timing belt is replaced by a timing chain, eliminating that major cost. Front brakes generally last 60,000 to 80,000 km depending on driving style and load. Stock tires (245/60R18 or 245/55R19 depending on trim) cost $180 to $300 per unit for quality equivalents. Annual insurance is estimated between $1,800 and $2,800 in Ontario, and between $1,200 and $1,900 in Quebec for a typical driver — lower than many similarly sized SUVs.

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