Used Subaru Ascent for Sale near Clairmont, AB

How much does the Subaru Ascent cost in today's market?

Used Subaru Ascent prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Subaru Ascent's current nationwide average price is $29,855 CAD, and its nationwide average price reached a low of $29,855 CAD over the past year. Recently, prices have come down for the 2022, 2023, and 2024 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Subaru Ascent a good car?

Yes — the Subaru Ascent is a strong pick if you want a family-focused three-row SUV with broad appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.8/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its spacious cabin, family-friendly layout, and safety-focused character. They also frequently highlight its comfortable ride and practical everyday usability.

Expert reviews rate the 2022 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are the fuel economy, the dated-feeling interior design, and the lane-centring behaviour noted in recent expert testing.

35.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Subaru Ascent models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Subaru Ascent as a comfortable, family-friendly SUV with strong safety appeal and useful everyday space. Across the model years in the data, that combination comes through as one of its most dependable strengths.

• Owners rate the Subaru Ascent between 4.4 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you prioritise a well-kept example with a clear service history.

What should I look for when buying a used Subaru Ascent?

Key things to evaluate:

• Fuel efficiency: The 2024 Ascent’s official Natural Resources Canada fuel economy ratings are 12.3 litres per 100 kilometres in the city, 9.4 on the highway, and 11.0 in combined driving.

Which Subaru Ascent trim should I buy?

The 2024 Subaru Ascent offers these trims:

• Convenience: The entry trim brings the core Ascent formula, including standard all-wheel drive, the turbocharged 2.4-litre engine, and the latest Starlink infotainment system with an 11.6-inch touchscreen and wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto.
• Touring: This trim adds a panoramic sunroof in Canada and is the first step up for buyers who want more comfort and convenience equipment.
• Onyx: This trim adds a blacked-out look for shoppers who want a more distinctive appearance.
• Limited: This trim adds a navigation system and a 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system.
• Premier: This is the best-value trim for shoppers who want the most equipment, adding premium Nappa leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, a surround-view camera, and the full set of available features.

What Subaru Ascent do most buyers choose?

The Subaru Ascent years with the most listings are 2023, 2024, and 2022.

Higher-volume model years usually give you more choice in trims, colours, and price points, which makes it easier to compare listings side by side. They also tend to be the years shoppers cross-shop most often because supply is broader and deal opportunities are easier to find.

What is the Subaru Ascent's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across every listed model year, which is good news if you are shopping used. The largest drops are concentrated in the newer years, while the older and mid-cycle examples also show meaningful declines. That pattern gives you more room to find value without giving up the Ascent’s core family-friendly appeal.

The 2021, 2022, and 2023 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Subaru Ascent safe?

• 2024: 8/10
• 2022: 9/10

The 2024 Ascent comes with Subaru’s EyeSight driver-assistance suite, including forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centring assist, adaptive cruise control, and evasive steering assist.

For the safest used buy, the 2022 model posts the highest confirmed score of 9/10.

Should I buy a used Subaru Ascent now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2024 model is at −23.44% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −12.93%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 38.8% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 36.1%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $33,457 CAD. The Subaru Ascent offers a spacious, family-friendly cabin with flexible seating and a practical layout that suits everyday life.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: Every 2024 Ascent has a turbocharged 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine making 260 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 277 pound-feet of torque between 2,000 and 4,800 rpm, and the official Natural Resources Canada fuel economy ratings are 12.3 litres per 100 kilometres in the city, 9.4 on the highway, and 11.0 in combined driving.
• Tech: Subaru equips the 2024 Ascent with its latest Starlink infotainment system, an 11.6-inch touchscreen display mounted in portrait orientation, wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and text-messaging capability.
• Safety: The 2024 Ascent’s EyeSight package equips the SUV with forward-collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, lane-centring assist, adaptive cruise control, and evasive steering assist.
• Starting price: In Canada, the 2024 Ascent lineup starts at $44,674 CAD.

If you're buying used today, the 2023 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

How does the 2022 Subaru Ascent compare to the 2022 Honda Pilot?

Read our full side-by-side expert comparison here.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.