Jeep Wrangler vs Subaru Ascent

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2026 Jeep Wrangler

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2027 Subaru Ascent

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Overview

Spec	Jeep WranglerSport	Subaru AscentPremium
Selected trim	Sport	Premium
Body style	SUV	SUV
Drivetrain	four wheel drive	all wheel drive
Fuel type	regular unleaded	regular unleaded
Transmission	6-speed manual	continuously variable-speed automatic
Engine type	gas	gas
Model year	2026	2027

Pricing & market

Spec	Jeep WranglerSport	Subaru AscentPremium
MSRP	$35,595 (best)	$40,795
Lowest listing price	$25,803 (best)	—
Median listing price	$48,325 (best)	—
Highest listing price	$55,500 (best)	—
For sale now	48 (best)	0

Fuel economy & range

Spec	Jeep WranglerSport	Subaru AscentPremium
Combined MPG	19 MPG (best)	—
City MPG	17 MPG (best)	—
Highway MPG	23 MPG (best)	—
Fuel tank	17.5 gal	19.3 gal (best)

Performance

Spec	Jeep WranglerSport	Subaru AscentPremium
Horsepower	285 hp (best)	260 hp
Torque	260 lb-ft	277 lb-ft (best)
Engine size	3.6 L (best)	2.4 L
Cylinders	V6	flat 4

Size & capability

Spec	Jeep WranglerSport	Subaru AscentPremium
Seating	4 seats	7 seats (best)
Doors	2	4 (best)
Cargo volume	31.7 cu ft	75.6 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity	2,000 lbs	5,000 lbs (best)
Curb weight	4,012 lbs (best)	4,450 lbs
Ground clearance	9.7 in (best)	8.7 in
Wheelbase	96.8 in	113.8 in (best)
Length	166.8 in	196.8 in (best)
Width	73.9 in	76 in (best)
Height	73.6 in (best)	71.6 in

Safety & recalls

Spec	Jeep WranglerSport	Subaru AscentPremium
Rollover	3 / 5 ★ (best)	—
Open recalls (YMM scope)	1	None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

Trim	Jeep Wrangler	Subaru Ascent
1	Sport $35,595 MSRP(Currently comparing)	Premium $40,795 MSRP(Currently comparing)
2	Sport $38,600 MSRP	Premium $40,795 MSRP
3	Sport S $39,345 MSRP	Limited $47,985 MSRP
4	Sport S $41,000 MSRP	Limited $47,985 MSRP
5	Willys $43,415 MSRP	Limited Bronze Edition $49,095 MSRP
6	Willys $44,500 MSRP	Touring $51,165 MSRP
7	Rubicon $45,375 MSRP	Onyx Edition Touring $51,995 MSRP
8	Rubicon $49,300 MSRP	—
9	85th Anniversary Edition $46,800 MSRP	—
10	Willys 41 $48,300 MSRP	—
11	Sahara $48,470 MSRP	—
12	Sport RHD $49,350 MSRP	—
13	Rubicon X $55,325 MSRP	—
14	Rubicon X $59,995 MSRP	—
15	Moab 392 $79,995 MSRP	—

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