When you’re considering a new midsize SUV, it’s smart to do your research. At Sansone Toyota in Avenel, we’re quite fond of the Toyota Highlander, but we recognize that our potential customers may also be curious about the Subaru Ascent, one of its chief competitors. Today, we’ll share a quick comparison of the 2019 model year of these two versatile SUVs:
More powertrain options on the Toyota
The 2019 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 185 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque and pairs with a six-speed automatic transmission. Also available is a 3.5-liter V6 engine with a hybrid electric motor. The standard Highlander is front-wheel-drive, with an optional all-wheel-drive platform also available.
The 2019 Subaru Ascent comes with a 2.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine producing 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque, matched to a CVT automatic transmission.
More safety tech on a Toyota
Both the Toyota Highlander and the Subaru Ascent have a maximum seating capacity of eight passengers, and a near-same cargo capacity of 83.7 cubic feet in the Highlander, and 86.5 in the Ascent. The Highlander includes thoughtful features like USB ports, silencing insulation to ensure a quiet ride, and available rear-seat entertainment. Enjoy peace of mind with the integrated safety systems of Toyota Safety Sense™ P (TSS-P), which includes features like lane departure assist, pre-collision with pedestrian detection, and more.
The Subaru Ascent also offers helpful features like USB ports, WiFi connectivity, and extra-wide rear door openings for easy passenger loading and unloading. The Ascent comes with EyeSight Driver Assist Technology, which integrates pre-collision braking while monitoring traffic movement.
With both the Toyota Highlander and the Subaru Ascent clocking in at a comparable MSRP, it really comes down to your range of options. We invite you to visit Sansone Toyota to test drive a new 2019 Toyota Highlander in Avenel and let us help you decide if this SUV is right for your family.
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