Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity
The 2027 Subaru Ascent is rated to tow up to 5,000 lbs, according to Subaru's published specifications. Rated configuration: All trims (2.4L turbo). Every Ascent uses the 260-hp 2.4-liter turbo and CVT, and every 2025–2027 trim is rated 5,000 lbs. Other configurations are rated lower, so confirm your exact rating by VIN or on the door-jamb label.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-05 · 10 manufacturer sources
2027 max towing
5,000 lbs
2027 max payload
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Years covered
2019–2027
Subaru Ascent towing capacity by year
| Model year | Generation | Max towing | Max payload | Max-tow configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 1st gen (2019–present) | 5,000 lbs [1] | — | All trims (2.4L turbo) |
| 2026 | 1st gen (2019–present) | 5,000 lbs [3] | — | All trims (2.4L turbo) |
| 2025 | 1st gen (2019–present) | 5,000 lbs [4] | — | All trims (2.4L turbo)No Base trim in the 2025 lineup; every trim rated 5,000 lbs. |
| 2024 | 1st gen (2019–present) | 5,000 lbs [5] | — | Premium, Limited, Touring and Onyx Edition (2.4L turbo)Base trim rated 2,000 lbs; Premium and above rated 5,000 lbs. |
| 2023 | 1st gen (2019–present) | 5,000 lbs [6] | — | Premium, Limited, Touring and Onyx Edition (2.4L turbo)Base trim rated 2,000 lbs; Premium and above rated 5,000 lbs. |
| 2022 | 1st gen (2019–present) | 5,000 lbs [7] | — | Premium, Limited, Touring and Onyx Edition (2.4L turbo)Base trim rated 2,000 lbs; Premium and above rated 5,000 lbs. |
| 2021 | 1st gen (2019–present) | 5,000 lbs [8] | — | Premium, Limited, Touring and Onyx Edition (2.4L turbo)Base trim rated 2,000 lbs; Premium and above rated 5,000 lbs. |
| 2020 | 1st gen (2019–present) | 5,000 lbs [9] | — | Premium, Limited, Touring and Onyx Edition (2.4L turbo)Base trim rated 2,000 lbs; Premium and above rated 5,000 lbs. |
| 2019 | 1st gen (2019–present) | 5,000 lbs [10] | — | Premium, Limited, Touring and Onyx Edition (2.4L turbo)Base trim rated 2,000 lbs; Premium and above rated 5,000 lbs. |
— = not published in a manufacturer source we could verify; we leave it blank rather than estimate.
2027 Subaru Ascent towing capacity by configuration
| Trim | Engine | Drive | Max towing | Payload | Src |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium 8-Passenger | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cyl (260 hp) | AWD | 5,000 | — | [1] |
| Premium 7-Passenger | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cyl (260 hp) | AWD | 5,000 | — | [1] |
| Limited 8-Passenger | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cyl (260 hp) | AWD | 5,000 | — | [1] |
| Limited 7-Passenger | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cyl (260 hp) | AWD | 5,000 | — | [1] |
| Limited Bronze Edition 7-Passenger | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cyl (260 hp) | AWD | 5,000 | — | [1] |
| Touring 7-Passenger | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cyl (260 hp) | AWD | 5,000 | — | [1] |
| Onyx Edition Touring 7-Passenger | 2.4L turbocharged SUBARU BOXER 4-cyl (260 hp) | AWD | 5,000 | — | [1] |
Ratings in lbs, as published by the manufacturer for the 2027 model year.
What lowers your Ascent's real towing limit
- Every Ascent uses the 260-hp 2.4-liter turbo and CVT, and every 2025–2027 trim is rated 5,000 lbs.
- From 2019 to 2024 the Base trim was rated 2,000 lbs, and Premium and above were rated 5,000 lbs, according to Subaru's trim comparisons.
- Subaru's 2027 spec sheet lists a 5,000-lb towing capacity, a 6,000-lb GVWR and standard Trailer Stability Assist.
The maximum rating assumes a specific, lightly loaded configuration. Three other limits apply on every tow, and the first one you hit is your real limit:
- Payload. Passengers, cargo, accessories and the trailer's tongue weight all count against payload. The payload figure on your door-jamb Tire and Loading Information placard is the one for your exact vehicle.
- Tongue weight. A conventional trailer typically puts 10–15% of its weight on the hitch, so a 5,000-lb trailer adds roughly 500–750 lbs to the truck or SUV. The hitch receiver has its own tongue-weight limit, printed on the receiver label.
- GCWR. The gross combined weight rating caps the loaded vehicle plus the loaded trailer. Every pound of passengers and cargo added to the vehicle comes off the trailer weight you can pull at GCWR.
Always stay within the lowest of these limits for your specific vehicle.
Check your exact Ascent tow rating by VIN
The table above shows the range. Your VIN pins down engine, drivetrain and cab; your window sticker adds the axle ratio and tow package.
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FAQ
What is the towing capacity of the Subaru Ascent?
The 2027 Subaru Ascent is rated to tow up to 5,000 lbs when properly equipped (All trims (2.4L turbo)). Source: 2027 Subaru Ascent Specs & Trim Levels. Lower-rated configurations tow less — the by-configuration table on this page lists each published rating.
Which Subaru Ascent model year tows the most?
Among the model years on this page with a manufacturer-published rating (2019–2027), the highest maximum is 5,000 lbs, first published for the 2027 model year (All trims (2.4L turbo)).
How do I find my Subaru Ascent's exact towing capacity?
Check the certification label on the driver's door jamb for GVWR and the Tire and Loading Information placard for payload, then match your engine, drivetrain, cab/bed and axle ratio to the manufacturer's table. CarWhere's VIN lookup resolves engine, drivetrain and cab from the VIN; the window sticker lists the axle ratio and tow package.
Sources
- Subaru of America (subaru.com), "2027 Subaru Ascent Specs & Trim Levels" https://www.subaru.com/vehicles/ascent/2027/specs-trim.html (accessed 2026-11-05)
- Subaru of America Media Center, "2027 Subaru Ascent Specifications (PDF)" https://media.subaru.com/view-spec.do?bFileId=50432 (accessed 2026-11-05)
- Subaru of America (subaru.com), "2026 Subaru Ascent Specs & Trim Levels" https://www.subaru.com/vehicles/ascent/2026/specs-trim.html (accessed 2026-11-05)
- Subaru of America (subaru.com), "2025 Subaru Ascent Compare Specs (trim comparison PDF)" https://www.subaru.com/services/vehicles/pdf/trimComparison/2025/ASC (accessed 2026-11-05)
- Subaru of America (subaru.com), "2024 Subaru Ascent Compare Specs (trim comparison PDF)" https://www.subaru.com/services/vehicles/pdf/trimComparison/2024/ASC (accessed 2026-11-05)
- Subaru of America (subaru.com), "2023 Subaru Ascent Compare Specs (trim comparison PDF)" https://www.subaru.com/services/vehicles/pdf/trimComparison/2023/ASC (accessed 2026-11-05)
- Subaru of America (subaru.com), "2022 Subaru Ascent Compare Specs (trim comparison PDF)" https://www.subaru.com/services/vehicles/pdf/trimComparison/2022/ASC (accessed 2026-11-05)
- Subaru of America (subaru.com), "2021 Subaru Ascent Compare Specs (trim comparison PDF)" https://www.subaru.com/services/vehicles/pdf/trimComparison/2021/ASC (accessed 2026-11-05)
- Subaru of America (subaru.com), "2020 Subaru Ascent Compare Specs (trim comparison PDF)" https://www.subaru.com/services/vehicles/pdf/trimComparison/2020/ASC (accessed 2026-11-05)
- Subaru of America (subaru.com), "2019 Subaru Ascent Compare Specs (trim comparison PDF)" https://www.subaru.com/services/vehicles/pdf/trimComparison/2019/ASC (accessed 2026-11-05)
Methodology: ratings transcribed from official manufacturer specifications, press materials and towing guides; figures we could not verify in a manufacturer source are left blank. Cite this page: CarWhere Research, "Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity," carwhere.com/towing-capacity/subaru/ascent, updated 2026-11-05.