Hello. My name is Louis Vogue.
And I am Aaron Mattos.
We are both members of the Subaru product training team.
And in this video, we will be taking a look
at the first-generation Subaru Ascent.
This showroom overview is designed to provide information
to prospective customers, as well as those taking delivery
of their new vehicle.
While all of the content of this video may not be specific
to your trim, we provide an overview
of some general specifications and features
to help you get acquainted with the Subaru Ascent.
Subaru's mid-size three row SUV for family size adventures
showcasing the performance, reliability, safety
and value you've come to expect,
but in an entirely different kind of package.
This is the Subaru Ascent.
The first-generation Ascent is available
in seven trim levels in Canada,
including Convenience, Touring,
Touring with Captain's Chairs,
Limited, Limited with Captain's Chairs,
Premier with Brown Leather and Premier with Black Leather.
In this video, you will see the Ascent Limited with Captain's Chairs.
The combination of proven core technology
and the latest advances create surprising handling prowess
and a level of confidence behind the wheel
unmatched in this class.
Ascent offers a supremely comfortable ride
and generous interior space,
but also delivers levels of all road, all weather capability
and handling that are completely unexpected
from the typical three-row SUV.
The Ascent is built on the Subaru global platform
and is powered by a responsive yet fuel efficient
2.4L turbocharged boxer engine,
which produces 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft torque.
This engine only requires 87 octane gasoline leading
to even greater savings and fuel.
Power is sent to all four wheels
through a high-torque lineartronic
continuously variable automatic transmission,
better known as a CVT and Subaru standard symmetrical
full-time all-wheel drive system.
All Ascent models are equipped with X-MODE
with Hill Descent Control,
which provides advanced all-road capability
and rugged performance, elevating driving confidence,
especially on uneven surfaces or challenging inclines.
All Touring, Limited and Premier trims come
with a CVT oil cooler for increased towing capacity,
towing up to 2,270 kilograms.
The Convenience trim can tow up to 908 kilograms.
To keep precious cargo safe, the Ascent is equipped
with an array of standard safety features,
including the award-winning
Subaru EyeSight driver assist technology
with Lane Centring Assist.
This active driver assist technology comes
with a host of advanced safety features designed
to help you drive more safely.
We will dive more into this later,
but first let's take a walk around the exterior.
The Subaru Ascent is an SUV designed to perform
in extreme conditions and under extreme pressure.
With 220 millimeters of ground clearance,
it can clear obstacles, both large and small,
but this SUV also features supreme ride quality
and comfort.
Standard are roof rails to bring increased versatility
to what is already an unquestionably capable SUV.
These roof rails are durable enough
to support a variety of cargo carriers.
LED steering responsive headlights with high-beam assist
are now standard on all models,
and provide outstanding illumination of the road ahead
for enhanced safety.
All trims are equipped with auto on/off headlights
and LED fog lights are standard on Touring trims and higher.
The headlights also have a built in welcome feature,
switching on automatically when the doors are unlocked
and triggering the interior lights to do the same.
A power lift gate is available on Touring,
Limited and Premier trims, making packing
for a serious adventure quicker and easier than ever.
For safety, it features an auto-close and auto-reverse
that's triggered the moment contact is made
with anyone or anything.
For those drivers who like to stand out from the crowd,
the Ascent is offered
in a new Brilliant Bronze Metallic exterior colour.
Ascent features in array of standard equipment
that presents a very luxurious look and feel.
Power adjustable, foldable, heated mirrors is standard
while Touring, Limited and Premier,
feature power adjustable, foldable, heated mirrors
with integrated LED turn signals.
Available exclusively on the Premier trim
is the front view camera,
which can be used to fit into tight spaces
or to monitor upcoming terrain on your next outdoor adventure.
18-inch alloy wheels are on the Convenience trim
while the Touring trim gets 18-inch machined
aluminum alloy wheels.
Limited and Premier feature 20-inch aluminum alloy wheels.
A panoramic sunroof is available
on Touring, Limited and Premier trims.
This large sunroof features a double panel design
that provides ample and natural light
while still preserving some
of the largest headroom measurements in the segment.
The fixed back panel features a retractable roller sun blind
that provides shade for second row passengers as well
ensuring an airy spacious feeling for all.
The Touring, Limited and Premier are equipped
with Subaru's Side/Rear Vehicle Detection system,
also known as SRVD.
SRVD is a great added safety feature,
providing Lane Change Assist indicators
for blind spot detection or fast approaching vehicles
and Rear Cross Traffic Alert is great for parking lots.
These trims also come equipped
with Reverse Automatic Braking,
a damage avoidance feature that further enhances safety.
The interior of the Subaru Ascent has a feel
that is both practical and premium,
with a variety of different materials and textures available
from durable cloths to premium leather.
Cloth seats are standard on Convenience,
while Touring gets premium cloth seats.
These trims feature black and ivory accents
throughout the cabin.
Limited and Premier features standard leather seats
with Premier buyers getting to pick
between brown or black leather.
Limited comes with black and ivory soft-touch accents
while Premier features the black
and ivory soft-touch accents along with wood grain trim.
A leather wrapped gear selector is standard
on Touring, Limited and Premier trims.
The Ascent is available in seven
or eight passenger seating variance, allowing you
to choose the vehicle that meets your needs.
Not only is there room for up to eight passengers,
but each passenger is treated to a wealth
of desirable features
from the airy cabin to the ergonomic seats
to the smartly designed storage compartments.
A power driver's seat is standard on all trims,
as is automatic three-ow climate control
and heated front seats.
Limited and Premier trims come with a power passenger seat
and in applicable trims, heated captain's chairs
are available as well.
Premier also benefits from ventilated front seats.
Subaru knows the importance of staying connected,
so the Ascent comes
with a standard dual second row USB ports on all trims
while the Limited and Premier trims come equipped
with dual third row USB slots as well.
The Premier trim has ambient lighting
and a smart rear view mirror with the HomeLink system.
HomeLink is a remote system that connects your Subaru
to your home, allowing you to open your garage door
with the HomeLink button on your rear view mirror.
This smart rear view mirror comes in handy
when there are passengers or cargo blocking the view
out the back window.
The mirror can switch modes to display the image captured
by the rear hatch camera, ensuring
that the driver always has a clear view of what's behind.
Feel confident knowing you can check your surroundings.
Let's take a look at driver controls.
The steering wheel contains controls for audio,
cruise control, pedal shifting and manual mode
and other commonly access functions right
at your fingertips.
Additionally, it has a comfortable grip for long drives.
The available heated steering wheel on Limited
and Premier trims is perfect for long Canadian winters.
The center information display, sometimes called the MID
or multi-information display, allows you to access
and customize interior functions and displays
such as the EyeSight system.
You can also pick from different information displays
such as fuel consumption or trip meter.
Above the driver's left knee is a panel
with controls for the Blind Spot Detection system
and the Side/Rear Vehicle Detection system,
both of which use radar based technology
to provide added security and confidence while on the road.
Finally, this control panel has a button
for the Vehicle Dynamics Control and a wheel
that controls the brightness of the instrument cluster.
Continuing with the theme of functional accessibility,
let's take a look at the center stack.
There are two different infotainment systems featured
in the Ascent,
both of which offer an easy to use layout and interface
with just the right balance of dials and controls.
A 6.5-inch display is standard, while Touring, Limited
and Premier trims feature an 8-inch display.
Refer to the technology tutorials playlist
on Subaru Canada's YouTube page,
where you can find a video series dedicated to the operation
of the 6.5 and 8-inch infotainment systems.
You can also access this link by selecting the "I" button
located at the top right-hand corner of your screen.
The center stack is also where the controls
for the heated seats are conveniently located.
The Subaru Ascent comes equipped
with our award-winning EyeSight driver assist technology,
standard on all trims.
Serving as a second pair of eyes, monitoring vehicle
and traffic movement, to provide added safety and confidence
for drivers, other motorists and pedestrians.
The EyeSight system includes Pre-collision Braking,
Pre-collision Brake Assist,
Pre-collision Throttle Management, Adaptive Cruise Control,
Lane Departure Warning, Lane Sway Warning,
Lane Keep Assist, Lead Vehicle Start Alert.
And the two newest features, Traffic Jam Assist
and Lane Centring Assist.
Refer to the Subaru technology playlist
on Subaru Canada's YouTube page
where you can find a video series dedicated
to explaining each feature.
You can also access this link
by selecting the "i" button located
in the top right hand corner of your screen.
Subaru Starlink Connected Services is an in-vehicle system
that connects your Ascent to the world around you.
Available on Touring, Limited and Premier trims,
this system connects drivers to their vehicles
through the internet
allowing you to access powerful features
such as Remote Engine Start, Remote Door Lock/Unlock,
Service Scheduler, Emergency Assistance and more.
Utilizing an onboard wireless network,
link to the mySubaru app via your smartphone.
This system lets you know what's going on
with your vehicle at all times.
This provides added safety, security, convenience
and concierge services, including support
from live representatives in emergency situations
when required.
The system uses two overhead buttons,
one for concierge services and one for emergency assistance
in addition to the features on your smartphone.
Refer to the Subaru technology playlist
on Subaru Canada's YouTube page
where you can find a video series dedicated
to explaining all the features
and services the system provides.
You can also access this link
by selecting the "i" button located
in the top right-hand corner of your screen.
The exterior and interior are stunning,
but let's have a quick look under the hood.
Let's open the hood, pull the hood release knob
under the instrument panel to the left
and below the steering wheel.
Disengage the secondary hood release
by locating it under the middle of the hood,
sliding it to the left, raising the hood,
raising the prop rod and securing the hood.
This is where you'll find your washer fluid tank,
oil dipstick, oil filler, brake fluid reservoir and more.
For any questions regarding the Subaru Ascent,
please do not hesitate to ask your sales consultant.
They're always happy to help.
The subaru.ca site is also filled with a lot
of useful information, buying tools and own our resources.
You can also access this link by selecting the "i" button
located at the top right-hand corner of your screen.
Thank you for considering or choosing Subaru.
We hope this information is helpful
and that you and your family stay healthy and safe.