Compare 2021 Subaru Ascent vs. 2021 Honda Pilot

Serving Cumming, GA.

The 2021 Subaru Ascent at Troncalli Subaru is a hardy vehicle designed to traverse rocky terrain and conquer the elements. This year, the Subaru Ascent adds some more useful features that make it more suitable for the adventurous lifestyle, including steering-responsive LED headlights. The Subaru also has impressive ground clearance and standard all-wheel drive to enhance its traction and grip. The Subaru Ascent also adds some more safety amenities this year as a standard component, including seat belt reminders in the back row. More advanced safety aids are also added to the Subaru EyeSight safety suite that comes with the Ascent, including lane-keep assist and adaptive cruise control. With its exceptional performance capabilities and its sophisticated, well-equipped cabin, you can try out the Subaru Ascent with an online test drive at Troncalli Subaru to find out more about the Subaru Ascent and what makes it a superior option compared to competitor SUVs, including the 2021 Honda Pilot.

Performance and Handling

While many SUVs claim to be designed for performance and handling, the 2021 Subaru Ascent at Troncalli Subaru offers more capabilities than most. The Subaru Ascent is equipped with Subaru's advanced all-wheel drive technology that allows the car to respond and adapt to changing conditions on the road. All trims of the Subaru Ascent have all-wheel drive, while the Honda Pilot is only equipped with front-wheel drive as a standard drivetrain option. You'll have to upgrade to all-wheel drive on the Pilot. The Subaru also has a higher tow rating than the Honda Pilot. The Subaru Ascent will tow 5,000 pounds when fully equipped, which is more than the 3,500-pound tow rating that comes with the Honda Pilot. The Subaru has a stronger power output than the Honda Pilot as well. The Subaru has a turbo 2.4L engine with a V4 layout that provides up to 260 HP and 277 LB-FT in torque. The Honda Pilot has less torque at 262 LB-FT max., which gives the Subaru Ascent the edge if you're looking for a sportier ride and faster acceleration.

Interior and Amenities

Through your Subaru Ascent online test drive you can also get a feel for the Subaru's interior amenities and compare its cabin to the Pilot's. The 2021 Subaru Ascent has standard three-zone climate control and a sound system that includes Bluetooth technology. For connectivity, the base trim provides a 6.5-inch touchscreen interface with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Captain's chairs are included beginning with the second trim level. WiFi is also added to the Premium. At the base level, the Pilot has fewer standard components. Only a five-inch touchscreen is included, and it does not have Android Auto or Apple CarPlay. The Subaru also has more luxury items across the line than the Honda Pilot. Keyless entry is included with the second trim and up for the Subaru Ascent. Navigation and a panoramic sunroof are available for the Premium and added to the higher-end trim levels. The Limited trim adds perforated leather seats and a Harman Kardon sound system. It also has heated seats in both rows. The Touring trim, which is the top trim level, adds ventilation to the front seats. It also has a 120V outlet for device charging and an upscale interior with ambient lighting. Full heated seats are not available with the Honda Pilot, and it does not have ambient cabin lighting as an upgrade.

Style and Design

As you'll see with an online test drive of the Ascent at Troncalli Subaru, the 2021 Subaru Ascent has an equally stylish and practical exterior. Along with adaptive LED headlights, the Subaru has roof rails, high wheel arches, and 18-inch wheels at the base level. A windshield wiper de-icer system and heated mirrors come with the following trims. The Honda Pilot doesn't have adaptive headlights, and it doesn't come with roof rails unless you get the top trims.

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*All figures are EPA estimates. Actual mileage may vary.