2024 Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity

The Subaru Ascent is one of the most versatile SUVs on the market, both because of its off-road traction and handling and also because of its impressive towing capacity. How much can a Subaru Ascent tow? When properly equipped, you’ll be able to tow up to 5,000 pounds! Learn more about the Subaru Ascent tow hitch requirements and more with Hanlees Napa Subaru, then visit us near American Canyon to see how this SUV feels from behind the wheel.

Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity by Trim

How much can a Subaru Ascent tow? The base model can only tow up to 2,000 pounds, but after that, Fairfield drivers will be able to tow up to 5,000 pounds with every other trim. Here’s a breakdown of how much each Ascent trim can tow behind it: 

• Subaru Ascent Base: Towing capacity of 2,000 pounds
• Subaru Ascent Premium: Towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds
• Subaru Ascent Onyx: Towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds 
• Subaru Ascent Limited: Towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds
• Subaru Ascent Touring: Towing capacity of up to 5,000 pounds

Does This Model Have a Subaru Ascent Towing Package? 

The latest model doesn’t come with a Subaru Ascent Towing Package, but if you need to make upgrades to your Ascent model, you can rely on our parts department to help you. The Subaru Ascent doesn’t necessarily need the Subaru tow hitch to reach its maximum capacity, but if you’d like to access the hitch, you’ll need to do so as an accessory upgrade. Every Subaru Ascent model that can reach the maximum 5,000-pound towing limit is already equipped to do so, so no additional equipment is required. 

What Can the Subaru Ascent Tow Behind It?

The Subaru Ascent towing capacity reaches 5,000 pounds, but what exactly does that look like on the Vallejo roads? Here are some common items and some uncommon cargo items that you can tow with the Subaru Ascent: 

• Single-axle utility trailers
• Teardrop campers
• Pop-up campers
• ATVs
• Fishing boats
• Motorcycles
• Dirt bikes
• Snowmobiles

Subaru Ascent Engine Highlights

The Subaru Ascent towing capacity is made possible by the engine that you’ll find under its hood. Here’s a quick look at what kind of performance you can expect from the Subaru Ascent engine: 

• Up to 260 horsepower
• Up to 277 lb-ft of torque
• Lineartronic® CVT

Experience the Subaru Ascent in Napa!

What can a Subaru Ascent tow? With up to 5,000 pounds of power, this SUV can tow anything you need it to! Contact us to get behind the wheel of the Subaru Ascent and see how it can help you take on your next weekend road trip with confidence.