Subaru Ascent vs Toyota Highlander
With room for up to eight passengers, the New Subaru Ascent and Toyota Highlander are built for families in Norman, Oklahoma City, and Moore, Oklahoma that are always on the go.
When choosing the right SUV though for you and your loved ones, it goes beyond the amount of seats the vehicle has. That is why our Cavender Subaru of Norman team offers you a closer look at some of the specs and features of the Subaru Ascent vs. Toyota Highlander. Just read on to learn more about these two SUVs!
Capabilities of the Ascent vs Highlander
Both SUVs offer a similar driving experience when it comes to performance. They have engines that deliver more than 250 horsepower. This allows you to get up to speed swiftly and also tow a maximin of 5,000 pounds with either of these models.
Where things diverge a little is in the drivetrain they come with. The Subaru Ascent features the standard symmetrical all-wheel drive. Balancing where power is sent, you will always have the right grip to the road and traction needed to stay in control as you handle your way along any path.
It even comes with what is called X-MODE®. By making the adjustments needed, this will give you even more control over low-friction surfaces. The Toyota Highlander comes standard with front-wheel drive and requires an upgrade to get the added traction that comes with all-wheel drive.
Staying Focused on the Road Ahead
There are a lot of safety features that you will get with either the Highlander or Ascent. This is great news since it is important to also get a vehicle that can help limit the chances of a collision from happening and is set to keep you and your family protected as you travel near and far.
There is one feature however that only the Subaru Ascent offers. That is the available DriverFocus® Distraction Mitigation System. What this system will do is help prevent anything from pulling your attention away from the road.
If you do become distracted or this system notices you are starting to get tired, it will alert you. It also includes driver profiles, which can adjust the outside mirrors and seat position to your liking so you always have a great view ahead as well as to the sides of your vehicle.
A Closer Look Inside the Highlander vs Ascent
Your comfort is also something that will be maximized in these SUVs. They each come with a 3-zone climate control system and offer available ventilated seats. Some of the tech however varies depending on the model you get.
While each let you connect your smartphone and access many of your favorite applications on the center display, the size of the touchscreen differs between the Ascent vs. Highlander. The Highlander comes with an 8-inch touchscreen while the Ascent has a 11.6-inch standard touchscreen. This provides even better visibility when choosing a playlist to listen to or when looking at your route guidance and seeing how much farther you need to go before making your next turn.
With an available 14-speaker audio system compared to the available 11-speaker system in the Toyota Highlander, the Subaru Ascent is set to let all your passengers enjoy the tunes for the ride!
Take the Next Step with a Test Drive
There is a lot to like in both of these SUVs, but to ultimately make the decision between the Subaru Ascent vs. Toyota Highlander, we hope this side-by-side look helps. If you also would like to journey around Norman, Oklahoma City, and Moore, OK, in the Ascent, with its added capabilities and safety measures, contact us at Cavender Subaru of Norman to schedule a test drive.
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