Used Subaru Ascent for Sale nearSaint-Théodore-d'Acton, QC

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 $30,850 CAD, and its lowest point over the past year was $30,518 CAD. 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 used pick if you want a family-focused three-row SUV with broad owner approval and a clear emphasis on safety and practicality. The all-generations owner rating is 4.79/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its spacious cabin, family-friendly layout, and safety features. They also tend to highlight comfort and the overall driving experience, with many describing it as a smooth ride.

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

The main trade-offs that come up in expert reviews are fuel economy, the third row’s tight packaging, and interior design that can feel dated in some years.

31.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Subaru Ascent models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Subaru Ascent as a dependable family SUV with strong safety credentials, roomy packaging, and comfortable everyday manners. Expert reviews reinforce that impression by repeatedly pointing to its family-friendly design, standard all-wheel drive, and practical cabin layout.

• Owners rate the Subaru Ascent between 4.4 and 5.0 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 complete service history.

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

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: EyeSight driver-assist system
• Infotainment: 11.6-inch Starlink touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and wireless Android Auto
• Fuel efficiency: 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: This entry trim gives you the core Ascent formula, including the turbocharged 2.4-litre engine, CVT, standard all-wheel drive, and EyeSight safety suite. It suits buyers who want the essentials at the lowest price point.
• Touring: This trim adds a panoramic sunroof in Canada and brings blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert and reverse automatic braking. It is a strong step up if you want more convenience and safety tech.
• Onyx: This trim adds a distinct appearance package and sits in the middle of the lineup for shoppers who want a more individual look.
• Limited: This trim adds a navigation system and a 14-speaker Harman Kardon premium sound system, making it a strong value choice for buyers who want more comfort and tech.
• Premier: This top trim adds premium Nappa leather upholstery, ventilated front seats, a surround-view camera, and the full set of available features. It suits buyers who want the most upscale Ascent experience.

What Subaru Ascent do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you more inventory to compare, which can make it easier to find the colour, trim, and price that fit your needs. They also often reflect the model years shoppers are most comfortable cross-shopping because they balance newer features with broader availability.

What is the Subaru Ascent's resale value?

The table shows broad downward movement across the Ascent lineup, which is good news if you are shopping used and want to benefit from lower asking prices. The biggest drops are in the newer and older ends of the range, while the middle years show smaller double-digit declines. That pattern suggests there are still opportunities 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’s EyeSight package includes 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 −20.47% versus a year ago, and the 2023 model is at −11.69%.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 30.8% good and great deals, and the 2023 model has 28.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2023 model has the most listings at a current average price of $34,484 CAD. The Subaru Ascent offers a roomy, family-friendly cabin with standard all-wheel drive and a strong safety focus.

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: It has 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 latest EyeSight package adds 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.

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.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 11, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.