Subaru Ascent vs Lincoln Aviator

2023 Lincoln Aviator
2023 Lincoln Aviator
$51,370MSRP
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2024 Subaru Ascent
2024 Subaru Ascent
$34,395MSRP
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2023 Lincoln Aviator
$51,370MSRP
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2024 Subaru Ascent
$34,395MSRP
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Overview

Years produced

2003-2005

Years produced

2019-Present

MSRP

$51,370

MSRP

$34,395

Average price

$56,552

Average price

$33,926

Listings

489

Listings

367

Ratings & Reviews

User Reviews
User Reviews

Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

Expert reviews

6.8 out of 10
Pros
  • Great handling
  • Comfortable
  • Impressive stereo
Cons
  • Unimpressive electric range
  • Cramped third row
  • Outdated technology
Pros
  • Standard all-wheel drive
  • Great safety ratings
  • Good value for money
Cons
  • Unimpressive fuel economy
  • Outdated interior design
  • Irritating lane-centering technology

Reviews Summary

There is a reason that Ford’s Lincoln luxury division emphasizes the ethos of “Quiet Flight” when discussing its products, and our 2023 Aviator Grand Touring proved itself the epitome of this concept. It quietly glides everywhere you go, swaddling you in comfort, luxury, and high-tech features. And Lincoln hasn’t altered this formula for the new model year. (Note the unit shown in this review is in US specification with Black Label packaging, which is not available in Canada.)

Reviews Summary

The Subaru faithful wanted a replacement for the discontinued three-row Tribeca midsize SUV, and the Ascent answered the call when it went on sale in 2019. In 2023, for its fifth model year, the Ascent got a light refresh with revised styling, updated technology, and a new trim level with plenty of equipment and a trendy blacked-out look. Now, the 2024 Subaru Ascent continues with almost no changes, while several competitors in the segment receive significant updates.

Verdict: Can the 2024 Subaru Ascent fend off refreshed rivals in the midsize three-row SUV segment? The Ascent has plenty going for it, from standard all-wheel drive and substantial ground clearance to affordable prices and impressive safety ratings. But it comes across as a little quirky among mainstream choices, which could work in or against its favour.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine

3.0L 400 hp V6

Engine

2.4L 260 hp H4

Drive Train

RWD

Drive Train

AWD

Seating Capacity

7

Seating Capacity

8

Horsepower

Horsepower

260 hp @ 5600 rpm

MPG City

18

MPG City

20

MPG Highway

26

MPG Highway

26
2023 Lincoln Aviator
2023 Lincoln Aviator
$51,370MSRP
Overview
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2024 Subaru Ascent
2024 Subaru Ascent
$34,395MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2023 Lincoln Aviator
$51,370MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now
2024 Subaru Ascent
$34,395MSRP
Overview
Overview
OverviewShop Now

Overview

Years produced
2003-2005
2019-Present
MSRP
$51,370
$34,395
Average price
$56,552
$33,926
Listings

Ratings & Reviews

User reviews
4.6
4.8
Expert reviews

7.0 out of 10

Read full review

6.8 out of 10

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Pros & cons
Pros
  • Great handling
  • Comfortable
  • Impressive stereo
Cons
  • Unimpressive electric range
  • Cramped third row
  • Outdated technology
Pros
  • Standard all-wheel drive
  • Great safety ratings
  • Good value for money
Cons
  • Unimpressive fuel economy
  • Outdated interior design
  • Irritating lane-centering technology
Summary
There is a reason that Ford’s Lincoln luxury division emphasizes the ethos of “Quiet Flight” when discussing its products, and our 2023 Aviator Grand Touring proved itself the epitome of this concept. It quietly glides everywhere you go, swaddling you in comfort, luxury, and high-tech features. And Lincoln hasn’t altered this formula for the new model year. (Note the unit shown in this review is in US specification with Black Label packaging, which is not available in Canada.)

The Subaru faithful wanted a replacement for the discontinued three-row Tribeca midsize SUV, and the Ascent answered the call when it went on sale in 2019. In 2023, for its fifth model year, the Ascent got a light refresh with revised styling, updated technology, and a new trim level with plenty of equipment and a trendy blacked-out look. Now, the 2024 Subaru Ascent continues with almost no changes, while several competitors in the segment receive significant updates.

Verdict: Can the 2024 Subaru Ascent fend off refreshed rivals in the midsize three-row SUV segment? The Ascent has plenty going for it, from standard all-wheel drive and substantial ground clearance to affordable prices and impressive safety ratings. But it comes across as a little quirky among mainstream choices, which could work in or against its favour.

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Popular Features & Specs

Engine
3.0L 400 hp V6
2.4L 260 hp H4
Drive Train
RWD
AWD
Seating Capacity
7
8
Horsepower
260 hp @ 5600 rpm
MPG City
18
20
MPG Highway
26
26
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