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Subaru Ascent vs. Hyundai Palisade
At a Glance: Ascent vs. Palisade
In this day and age, there are several key features you look for in a new car to cruise the roads: performance, fuel economy, and entertainment selection. With a wide array of options to choose from, consider the Subaru Ascent or the Hyundai Palisade. Both models are similar in their offerings, but which one should you buy for your travels in Lumberton, Mount Laurel, or Medford, NJ?
The Miller Subaru team has heard you loud and clear. We've put together this informative Subaru Ascent vs. Hyundai Palisade comparison, and the rest is up to you. Continue reading to learn more.
TORQUE
277 | 262
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ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
Standard | Optional
Ascent vs. Palisade
TRI-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL
Standard | N/A
Ascent vs. Palisade
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PERFORMANCE
As is the case when searching for your next vehicle, the durability of its engine is often the most critical factor in finding your perfect match. After all, the powertrain is at the heart of any car's performance.
Standard Engine Power
The Ascent is powered by its turbocharged 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine with 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque. Coming standard with all-wheel drive , the Ascent also delivers with smooth driving and quick acceleration thanks in part to its Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) .
The Palisade comes standard with front-wheel drive and a 3.8-liter V6 engine with 262 lb-ft of torque. Along with an 8-speed transmission, the Palisade offers a smooth driving performance, but it falls short in its torque capacity, a handy assistant when driving up a steep incline.
Fuel Economy
No one likes making constant stops when road-tripping, and the Subaru Ascent will help minimize your pit stops. According to experts, the Ascent has an above-average fuel economy for its class, while the Palisade offers less in its fuel economy. See the specs in full below:
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INTERIOR
Whether you’re traveling near or far, it’s important to have a comfortable journey. With plenty of room to spare from front to back, both the Ascent and the Palisade offer room to stretch, with 8-person seating.
Interior Dimensions
When it comes to stretching, the Ascent offers more front headroom, a much-needed gift for those tall drivers who rely on additional space. Not only that, but the Ascent also shines in its legroom for passengers, too. You'll have room to stretch and wiggle as you see fit.
The Hyundai Palisade is spacious but lacks the same interior dimensions of the Subaru Ascent. In comparison, riders in the Hyundai Palisade will only have 40.7 inches of front headroom, while the Subaru offers 41.2 inches.
Interior Amenities
In addition to its spacious dimensions, the Subaru Ascent also takes first place when it comes to amenities. For instance, tri-zone climate control comes standard on every single trim.
In comparison, you can only find dual-zone automatic temperature control in the Hyundai Palisade. Even then, it isn’t available on the base trim, which only has regular air conditioning.
SAFETY
From family vacations to grocery shopping, you’ll be using your SUV quite a lot. We want to make sure you’re safe wherever you may drive. Both the Subaru Ascent and the Hyundai Palisade have comprehensive safety suites to help.
Safety Ratings
These systems are well-designed and thoughtfully produced, ensuring your safety is the top priority with both vehicles.
In fact, both the Ascent and the Palisade were awarded the 5-Star Overall Safety Rating by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for their frontal and side crash tests for the model year.
Safety Features
In each trim level of the Ascent, Subaru has included the EyeSight® safety system, an advanced approach to keeping you safe, no matter if you're parked or navigating the roadways. Subaru reports the EyeSight® system can prevent rear-end crashes by up to 85%. Some of those forward-thinking features include:
- Pre-Collision Braking
- Advanced Adaptive Cruise Control with Lane Centering
- Pre-Collision Throttle Management
The Choice Is Up to You
Certainly, the Hyundai Palisade is more than just a worthy opponent of the Subaru Accent, it's a compliment to the progress of car technology.
If you're looking for a vehicle with power, a smooth drive, and a higher capacity for hilly travels throughout Lumberton, Mount Laurel, and Medford, NJ, though, we think the Ascent would be a perfect match.
You can schedule a test drive of the Ascent today! Contact the Miller Subaru team to see for yourself how superb the Ascent is for you and yours.
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