Does the Forester...? Charlie's Subaru Answers Your Questions
Ascent FAQs Answered
The Subaru Forester is a compact SUV that's loaded with standard features. Designed for Auburn area adventurers and city dwellers alike, this sophisticated Subaru offers comfort, performance, and exceptional technology features to drivers from Portland to Bangor.
Our Maine Subaru dealership gets a lot of questions on the Forester. Is it good in snow? How much room is there? Why do I see so many in our area of Maine? Read on for many of those answers or contact us with your question today!
Is the Subaru Ascent an AWD Vehicle?
Yes! Each model of this SUV comes with standard Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive, which adds stability to your vehicle's performance and allows it to react quickly in harsher driving conditions.
How Much Can the Subaru Ascent Tow?
The Subaru Ascent Premium, Limited, and Touring trim levels have a standard maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds.
Can the Subaru Ascent Tow a Camper, Trailer, or Boat?
The Subaru Ascent can tow several different items for your vacation outside of Bangor, including single-axel campers, small boats, and compact travel trailers. Be sure to calculate your load's total weight before driving to avoid exceeding the 5,000-pound weight limit.
Can the Subaru Ascent be Flat-Towed?
The Subaru Ascent can be flat-towed in emergencies, but the traveling speed must be kept under 20-miles-per-hour, and the traveling distance must not exceed 31 miles. Otherwise, you should be transporting your vehicle with all four wheels off the ground.
Does the Subaru Ascent Have a Third Row of Seating?
Yes, each Subaru Ascent model comes with third-row seating. The standard base, Premium, and Limited trim levels can accommodate eight riders, while the Subaru Ascent Touring can house seven.
Does the Subaru Ascent Have Heated Seats?
As part of the All-Weather Package, heated front seats are standard on the Premium, Limited, and Touring trim levels. Heated second-row seating is included in the Limited and Touring models to beat the chilly Augusta mornings.
Does the Subaru Ascent Have a Turbo Engine?
Yes, each Subaru Ascent model is equipped with a 2.4-liter Turbocharged SUBARU BOXER® four-cylinder engine, which produces 260 horsepower and 277 pound-feet of torque.
Does the Subaru Ascent Have Apple CarPlay® or Android Auto™ Capabilities?
This SUV comes with a standard STARLINK® 6.5-inch Multimedia Plus entertainment system which includes Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and Bluetooth® audio streaming.
Learn More at Charlie's Subaru Near Portland
If you're interested in seeing just how well this SUV performs, make the journey from Auburn to our lot for a test drive!
