Does the 2021 Subaru Ascent need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the AWD.
- All 10 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $313 more a year.
- 50% of 134 SUVs (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Premium 7-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Premium 8-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Premium AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 23 | $1,670 | $1,983 |
| Limited 7-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Limited 8-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Limited AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Touring 7-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Touring AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Subaru Ascent | AWD | Regular |
| 2021 Honda Pilot | LX 2WD | Regular |
| 2021 Subaru Forester | AWD | Regular |
| 2021 Subaru Outback | AWD | Regular |
| 2021 Kia Telluride | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Toyota Venza | LE AWD | Regular |
| 2021 Hyundai Palisade | SE FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
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- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree