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Fantastic review as always!

The Ascent seems to have better visibility for the driver and front passenger. I was impressed with the views while driving, but especially at a stop sign or traffic light. We just bought a green one today onyx trim. I really like the Toyotas and the Honda Pilots too. This seemed to give you more for less money. The ride and steering are really impressive. We usually buy Hondas.

@Aaronbornlucky17

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for this comment. I am in the market and usually go Honda

@Roro004

13 күн бұрын

@@Aaronbornlucky17go with Subaru.. 100% toyota Fan with honda Cars and Subaru now 😂

Amazing video guys.

You guys did a fantastic job at explaining everything! Best review video I’ve seen so far

@CarConfections

2 ай бұрын

Glad to hear that! Thanks for watching!

Great review, much appreciated. But I wonder why you're against the Onyx Limited. You mentioned the only *real* features that are different between the Onyx and the Onyx Limited are the sound system, 2nd row heated seats, and 360 camera....but you're also adding in: - dual function X mode - overhead camera - memory seats - memory mirrors - passenger power seat - DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation System - 3rd row USB chargers - heated steering wheel - cabin connect - 2nd row sun shades. Now of course not all of these are worth the added price for the limited but I can make a serious argument that for an extra $4-5K you're really getting a great deal.

Just started the video but want to comment I like the trim level comparison so people know!

Thank you for giving the measurements in the back.

@CarConfections

7 ай бұрын

Our pleasure! Thanks for watching!

Interesting. Its cool to see a vehicle review that involves sound level readings.

Picking up our new 2024 premium 8 seater this week. I agree that its not the class leader in most categories. We really wanted the Toyota Grand Highlander or a Kia Telluride, but we would need to pay so much more, that we decided that we couldn't pass up the value of the Subaru. Its a solid car and I like the brand and the dealer we worked with was great, not taking customers for granted. Good luck to everyone making a decision on a new car, there are many good options now and prices on some are finally coming back to earth.

@dm19609721

7 ай бұрын

I read that the Telluride and Pallisade are having huge problems with excessive oil consumption ......Kia is saying 1 litre per 1000 kms is normal. No thanks

@magoldma

7 ай бұрын

@@dm19609721 Wow, doesn't sound great, I wonder how much oil it will eat when it gets broken in a bit. Got our Ascent last night, surprised me at how peppy it is off the line, very comfortable seats too, even though they are cloth. Definitely think the lower trims are the way to go with this one great value.

@double_bacon

6 ай бұрын

congrats on your new ride! how do you like this car? hows the rear seats?

@magoldma

6 ай бұрын

It's very nice, it drives very well, smooth and quiet and pretty quick. the 3rd row is really just for young children, we have been leaving it folded down so we can store more stuff

@Natedoc808

5 ай бұрын

None of those other vehicles handle nearly as well, especially in slick road conditions, and keeping your family on the road safely is what matters.

The limited edition also have backing brake.

Subaru is literally one of the few (maybe only) automaker that is not using full digital gauge cluster!

@LBloggie

4 ай бұрын

WELL WHY SHOULD THEY A DIGITAL SIMULATION OF ACTUAL GUAGES IS NOT IT

@P_double_H

2 ай бұрын

and a radio system that looks like its running Android Kit Kat.

@TexasHarleyBoy65

Ай бұрын

I love Kit Kats​@@P_double_H

@textonashford3309

23 күн бұрын

Digital cluster, radio? For what?

If it had Heads-Up display, I would get it.

I would like for you guys to make a video comparing the SUV's that provide a quite/silent cabin and smooth ride.

@fortyacres

7 ай бұрын

agree!

@Cleaning_Hero

7 ай бұрын

Me to! Which ones ride the smoothest and have the quietest cabin? Some models in this 3 row midsize SUV segment from non-luxury brands offer adaptive suspension and even adaptive air suspension to make them ride like luxury cars. Those same models also seem to get remarks about being very quiet, and handling well.

@CarConfections

7 ай бұрын

Good idea! Thanks for the suggestion!

I am a bit taller (6'2") and sit up higher in the drivers seat.. I have been in a few late model SUV's/crossovers.. The two problems l have noticed.. Rooflines are getting lower and lower.. Making cabins cramped and less of the nice airy cabins - and hampering outward visibility. And another problem is the safety monitoring equipment above and around the rear view mirror (on the windshield).. This area is important visibility for mid-sized and taller drivers (see 6:40). I think that the driver's own outward visibility is much more important to safe driving than the safety monitoring devices that are now actually blocking the drivers own outward visibility.

@Erdie5

2 ай бұрын

One thing I've done with every car now, is usually there's an articulation arm on the rear view mirror. I'll basically flip the thing around so the rear view mirror is as high as possible. Some cars the way they come from the factory, the rear view mirror is nearly in the center of the windshield and it makes seeing to the right almost impossible. Not sure why they're doing this.

@howlingwolf125y

2 ай бұрын

@@Erdie5 Thanks for the suggestion. I will check into what you mentioned. That whole center top part of the windshield is super important for visibility so you can drive safely- if you are semi-taller The rearview mirror gets in the way for me and now they are putting all that safety monitor equipment (and cameras) there too.. That safety equipment actually hurts some of the visibility out of the front windshield for the driver (and passengers). Hopefully the auto companies will find another place to put those safety devices.

It is better than Outback for the same money and more specious inside.

is it the same body with subaru forester?

Question, does the Ascent have the standard Subaru accident safety features tike the outback with extra strong doors (and door pins), and engine drop down on a front end collision?

@mario.alberto

6 ай бұрын

I see the door pins at 14:53

@Natedoc808

5 ай бұрын

Absolutely does.

@euci3207

5 ай бұрын

iihs video

went to drive one today and loved it, perfect amount room and cargo, but the bright green stitching is a deal breaker. i refuse to pay $45,000 for a car that only has bright green or bright orange stitching. it's ridiculous

► 18:28 interior roar sounds like an amg gt 😯 kinda like it 😁

Would this fit a 4x8 sheet of plywood?

Just a reminder.. how fast do we really want to accelerate if you have your love ones in the car

Just leased one picking up tomorrow! Changed my mind...bought it instead..took the 3.9 for 48 mths price was 40k msrp..purchased for 34800.00. + 895.00 dealer fee. Was a good deal.

@CarConfections

7 ай бұрын

Congrats on your new Ascent!

@zbwst1

6 ай бұрын

What are your thoughts?

@tonys2473

6 ай бұрын

Decided to buy it instead of the lease. The car is great in every way except for the gas mileage. Has been less than the averages. I have only done city driving. Comfortable, quiet,smooth ride,power when needed,plenty of room. Was truly the best for what I spent.

@zbwst1

6 ай бұрын

Thanks ​@@tonys2473! The gas mileage is holding us back. It's pretty low but still a great car

@tonys2473

4 ай бұрын

@@zbwst1 love the car. Gas mileage is not great. That is only negative.

Insane new Subaru Accent SUV I can afford.

Almost a great video. However you forgot to emphasize the Subaru symmetrical AWD which is why makes them almost unique? Why?

@economiccrisis9267

6 ай бұрын

AWD is no longer unique to Subaru.

@ericpizarro3084

6 ай бұрын

@@economiccrisis9267 and who said that. I didn’t. It really pisses me off when people don’t take time to read something complete. Again just for you benefit “almost unique”. I know there are many other vehicles with AWD. However the Subaru symmetrical AWD is one ( if not the best) of the best AWD systems in the world. Don’t believe me google it.

@Ninety9924

6 ай бұрын

@@economiccrisis9267the point is it is standard at no extra cost for all Subaru trim lines.

@Natedoc808

5 ай бұрын

No need to mention this standard Subaru design feature as its head and shoulders above what any other brand offers… no need to brag.

@ericpizarro3084

5 ай бұрын

@@Natedoc808 It’s not about bragging, it’s about key features and benefits of the brand that makes them “almost unique”. People always talks about how reliable the Toyota brand is, (which is very true). I personally stop buying that brand because of their seat comfort. I had a 2016 & 2021 Camry hybrid and just couldn’t stand driving them for long distances. My best friend have a 2021 Toyota Venza hybrid and my son drives a 2022 RAV4, still the same happened when I got into one of those. I am on my 4th Subaru and and I can assure you that the Subaru seats comfort is much better. So there you go is not only about the Subaru AWD systems.

Gonna be honest. I was looking at SUVs. Been checking all models from all companies, literally. Then my friend recommended to try Ascent. I instantly loved the look. I do drive a STI, and I would completely trust Subaru's AWD system and boxer. But all that hype was there until I heard "CVT". That is a game breaker for me. I am not going to consider CVT whatsoever. I was worried this may have CVT as Subaru is now slapping CVT on WRX now. Sad. Gonna go check out Mazda Cx90 again as Mazda offer true automatic trans. Subaru made a very wrong choice to go with their amazing AWD and its boxer.

How tall are you guys? It would be good to know so we can judge the vehicle interior size based on your sitting in it.

@CarConfections

7 ай бұрын

5'8" and 5"'9"

@danarussell4246

6 ай бұрын

I bought my wife a ‘24 Ascent Limited. She’s normal size but I’m 6’-7” and it fits me great. We also drove Foresters which are also great for my size.

We just purchased the new 2024 Subaru Ascent Onyx Edition. Honestly for what comes with it, is actually a really good deal. Keep in mind this edition comes with all wheel drive, the top roof rails and a panoramic moonroof. I know that subaru comes standard with some of these features but it really does make a difference if you like to go and do outdoor activities. In order to get these features for the other SUVs you are looking at $50,000. Personally I do not need all the bells and whistles. I would rather pay $40,000 and save myself some money. If you have money to blow then yeah go with the other SUVs.

Pls consider this suv for us Aussies in RHD...otherwise we are only left with the koreans, mazda and toyota 😢

Leaving donuts inside a car is the best recipe for an invasion of ants.

@GBraidi78

7 ай бұрын

You know this is fake donuts right?

@ericpizarro3084

6 ай бұрын

@@GBraidi78 How would I know a loaned vehicle promote fake donuts? I thought the concessionaire would tell them; please uses real 🍩. If you can’t take a joke my apologies to you.

It’s an “OK” SUV. The center screen is great (take notes Honda!) and the prices are good compared to the other makes. Then again it lacks the interior room of others. And what’s with Subaru and those tiny steering wheels? At a recent car show I was just laughing at them! When I sat behind the wheel it was like I was in a kiddie-car!

@spoutingfiction

7 ай бұрын

I’ve come to love the smaller steering wheel. Makes turning corners and taking sharper turns a breeze as well as doesn’t take up a lot of visual space. For a shorter smaller person it’s great.

@FunAtDisney

7 ай бұрын

@@spoutingfiction That may be true! It is just when you are not use to it and sit behind the wheel at a car show it just seems such a small diameter.

Deciding between this and a Pilot..

@lawdog516

7 ай бұрын

Pilot all day

@ericpizarro3084

7 ай бұрын

Drive them both and then make a decision.

For me and my family our rdx and mdx type S is best

@sun0066

7 ай бұрын

The Acura infotainment looks horrible, and touch ...old school

@winstondeocampo699

6 ай бұрын

Of course you just have to compare a mainstream brand like Subaru to an Acura costing what? $20,000 more.

I’m teen I will is car and back row (row 3) me takeoff a nap on a road nap

The cvt groans at acceleration. Isn't quick. Loud engine

The factory brakes on these are not that great.

I don't know about the Subaru ascent

@romeropostali520

7 ай бұрын

It’s basically a poop on wheels.

@mrgurulittle7000

7 ай бұрын

@@romeropostali520No it isn’t.

@ericpizarro3084

7 ай бұрын

As for now it only sales in America.

@ericpizarro3084

7 ай бұрын

@@romeropostali520so you owned one?

After taxes and dealership markups, this will be a 40k+ vehicle. Most definitely not affordable to the average middle class unless you enjoy taking out car loans. Should be a 35k vehicle MAX.

@economiccrisis9267

6 ай бұрын

Subaru dealerships don't charge mark ups.

@tonys2473

6 ай бұрын

Paid 34800.00 for mine..Msrp was over 40k. Took the 3.9 finance. Worked out great.

@carlhammill5774

4 ай бұрын

Your thinking of Kia who are slapping on high markups. I kid you not, we went to Kia dealer today and they tried to put 13k markup over MSRP. We walked out. Everything I have read says Subaru are actually discounting from MSRP.

I’m not sure what this thing is or who buys it vs the competition out there.

You guys really like to "zero in" on features 😊

It has no difference between all the other sub

Who would choose this over a Pilot? Pilot gives you a NA V6, AWD, and a smooth torque converter automatic. There’s even a Trailsport trim if you want a little more off road goodies

@Ninety9924

6 ай бұрын

Price, when you factor in AWD.

@BrandonD

6 ай бұрын

I love my Hondas but suburus dominate the snow especially here in Utah

@E_House

6 ай бұрын

b/c the Pilot costs 25% more

@tinazhang589

4 ай бұрын

But Pilot failed updated iihs test last year and this year rear seat passenger safety is only marginal.

Skipped the video after they said turbo and cvt.

@tmyere.

7 ай бұрын

Its not nissan

@ericpizarro3084

7 ай бұрын

Skipped but still you have to leave a comment?

Hi po.

Reliability issues?

@kromahj

7 ай бұрын

They are reliable, it will take care of you if you take care of it , it not bulletproof

ah is a subaru evoltis

i mean for 14 mpg ehhh

I love subaru , but this one has a very ugly front look right from the headlights!!.

CVT is a deal breaker for me, I’ve had them in the past and to me the CVT droan is like nails on a blackboard, no bueno

@shashankshekhar2611

7 ай бұрын

Agreed, brutal on long drives

@lawdog516

7 ай бұрын

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee ALL CVT’S !!! I didn’t specify only Subaru, read my entry again and you might understand it the second thime !!!

@lawdog516

7 ай бұрын

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee I guess your just trolling so I’m done, that was a shorter sentence, is that better, BYE 😂

@lawdog516

7 ай бұрын

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee I’m sorry, I didn’t realize you were having a bad day and depressed because Toys R Us went out of business 😢 your “special” and thats final, NO EXCEPTIONS HAHAHAHAHAHAHA bye 😂 😂

CVT a Deal Breaker for me.

@BrandonD

6 ай бұрын

Nothing beats a Honda cvt

@BrandonD

6 ай бұрын

@Brian_Eugene_Lee most of my vehicles have been Hondas and currently to have an accord it’s a beast and every Honda I have went over 200k miles not 2 issue . I had a prelude went almost 400k only needed a new clutch. People think Toyotas run forever but I tell Hondas trump most Toyotas. Good chat my friend you have an epic new year

It’s a old people car 😂, I don’t like the CVT 😂

@mrgurulittle7000

7 ай бұрын

@Brian_Eugene_LeeI do too. I have to agree in that Subaru has made excellent CVTs.

@mrgurulittle7000

7 ай бұрын

@Brian_Eugene_Lee😂👍People dismiss CVTs but Subaru are good.

@double_bacon

6 ай бұрын

sorry for a beginners question… whats a cvt? why are the other comments saying it makes the car less reliable?

@mrgurulittle7000

6 ай бұрын

@@double_baconCVT is a type of transmission; a transmission joins the engine to the wheels. Typical car use automatic transmissions which have gears that’s shift automatically. However a CVT is a belt driven transmission that changes the ratio of the input and output as it runs. CVT is smoother than automatic because CVT can slowly and constantly upshift, but it is known for the belt to slip and break. Gears are much stronger than belts, that’s why people don’t like CVTs. But CVTs get better gas mileage and are cheaper to make so manufacturers continue to use them.

@double_bacon

6 ай бұрын

@@mrgurulittle7000 got it. thank you the the explanation!

Subaru is lagging behind class leaders in almost every vehicle category - Pilot Elite every day hands down….

This is the only Subaru SUV car that is left behind compare its competitors….exterior design is outdated and boring…the interior is just ok…nothing to be amazed with….

@bulldogleon9395

7 ай бұрын

I generally agree. Outside is boring and inside is OK. I like the new Honda pilot and Kia Teluride more but I bought a 2023 Ascent because it was $6-7k cheaper. For me the Ascent is the better deal.

@intrinsicimagery

5 ай бұрын

Concur. I want value and safety for my wife’s car. I will stick with my Stinger.

Yawn you got to be cray cray to buy this car! I didn’t even know it existed! It’s def for old people and not for pulling up for a hot gurl like me! My yams ain’t going near that thing!!!!

@romeropostali520

7 ай бұрын

It’s basically a poop on wheels.

@kevinW826

7 ай бұрын

That’s fine. I don’t want any fat chicks in my car. Dragging the frame and straining the engine is something I don’t want to suffer through

@djWOOF

3 ай бұрын

So why u here