Compare 2021 Subaru Ascent vs. 2021 Kia Telluride

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The 2021 Subaru Ascent is an all-star midsize SUV when it comes to performance and handling. The 2021 Ascent has some more great features this year, including now-standard steering responsive LED headlights. The newest Ascent has some additional safety features as well, including Subaru's innovative EyeSight safety package with lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and other safety technology. A seat belt reminder is also now added for the second row. The Subaru Ascent is more nimble and agile than some of its competitors, including the 2021 Kia Telluride. The Ascent has a rugged design that makes it a premium choice for taking on off-road adventures. The Subaru Ascent has better ground clearance than the Telluride, and it has more precise handling that allows it to easily conquer the elements. The Subaru Ascent also has superior fuel economy and abundant interior space.

Performance and Handling

When you test drive the 2021 Subaru Ascent at Troncalli Subaru, you can see how the car performs in a number of situations. All four trim levels of the Subaru Ascent have the same base engine, which is a 2.4L that is powered by four cylinders. With its mechanical configuration, the 2021 Ascent has a power output of up to 260 HP, and it will get about 277 LB-FT of torque. The Subaru has an automatic transmission for all trim levels, and it comes with all-wheel drive. The 2021 Ascent has a fuel economy of just over 25 MPG, which is better than the fuel economy that the Kia Telluride provides. The Telluride's average fuel rating is just 23 MPG. The Kia Telluride also has front-wheel drive as its standard drivetrain, and all-wheel drive is only an option if you choose to upgrade.

Interior

The 2021 Subaru Ascent has a sophisticated cabin with the latest safety aids and tech features. The Subaru Ascent seats five people. Its seating material starts out with cloth upholstery at the base level, and leather seats are available with the premium trims. The Subaru Ascent is now equipped with Subaru's advanced Eye Sight technology package, which gives it more standard safety technology than the Kia Telluride. While you'll find plenty of thoughtful storage spaces throughout the Subaru, the Kia Telluride has a comparatively less spacious cabin. The Subaru can also be enhanced with a number of upgrades, including a power rear tailgate and a panoramic sunroof.

Style and Exterior Design

With the Subaru Ascent comes a rugged and durable build with plenty of exterior components for an enjoyable ride, as you can experience in an online test drive. The Subaru Ascent has roof rails and now comes with adaptive LED lights. The Ascent is configured with LED fog lights, and it also has higher ground clearance and a taller build than the Kia Telluride. The Kia doesn't have the same advanced headlights, and it doesn't have standard roof rails.

Take an Online Test Drive

If you want to find out more about the 2021 Subaru Ascent at Troncalli Subaru, we encourage you to sign up right at home for a Subaru Ascent online test drive. You'll have the opportunity to try out any trim of the Ascent that you prefer during our premium online test drive. You can reserve a test drive for your favorite Subaru Ascent trim level by going to the website for Troncalli Subaru. The website makes it easy to take your favorite Ascent trim for a spin without ever having to visit our dealership in person. You can ask our staff any questions that you have about the 2021 Ascent and learn how to work its safety features, technology, and more. Sitting in the cabin also gives you a good sense of the Subaru's interior space and the range of options available in the cabin depending on the trim you select.

Contact Troncalli Subaru today to set up your Subaru Ascent online test drive and learn more about the Ascent model for 2021.

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