Does the 2026 Subaru Ascent need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the Premium AWD.
- All 12 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $327 more a year.
- 52% of 138 SUVs (2026) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Premium 7-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Premium 8-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Premium AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 22 | $1,745 | $2,073 |
| Limited 7-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Limited 8-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Limited AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Limited Bronze Edition 7-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Limited Bronze Edition AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Touring 7-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Touring AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Onyx Edition Touring 7-Passenger AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
| Onyx Edition Touring AWD | 2.4L 4cyl | Regular | 21 | $1,829 | $2,171 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 Subaru Ascent | Premium AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Honda Pilot | Sport 2WD | Regular |
| 2026 Subaru Forester | AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Subaru Outback | Premium AWD | Regular |
| 2026 Chevrolet Traverse | LT FWD | Regular |
| 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee L | Laredo 4x2 | Regular |
| 2026 Ford Bronco | Base Style 4WD | Premium |
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