Toyota Highlander LE
Suv · Gasoline
vs
Subaru Ascent
Suv · Gasoline · AWD
Toyota Highlander LE
Car A
Toyota Highlander LE
Built for large families and road trips, the Highlander LE emphasizes reliability and safety while delivering eight seats, 487 L of cargo space, and efficient 8.1 combined consumption at good value for its segment. It is less compelling for performance driving or tight-city use.
8 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safety8.1 L/100km295 hp
Subaru Ascent
Car B
Subaru Ascent
The Subaru Ascent is an AWD, eight-seat family SUV that prioritizes safety, space, and good value in its segment. With efficient-for-its-class fuel use and solid performance, it's well suited to large families and road trips.
8 seatsSuvGasoline5-star safetyAWD
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Usage fit

Family 81 / 82
City 34 / 33
Budget / value 61 / 62
Road trip 65 / 72
Performance 30 / 36
Cargo 42 / 44
Practical 56 / 57
Premium 34 / 32
Winter 40 / 80

Scores out of 100. Blue = Toyota Highlander LE · Orange = Subaru Ascent

Specs side-by-side

Spec Toyota Highlander LE Subaru Ascent
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.

Pros & cons

Toyota Highlander LE

  • Seats up to 8 with a practical 487 L trunk for family duty
  • Reliability and safety are key priorities in its positioning
  • Efficient for its class at 8.1 combined consumption, helpful on long trips
  • Priced around 35,000, it offers good value in its segment

Subaru Ascent

  • AWD traction adds confidence in all weather
  • Seats up to 8 with 514 L of cargo for people and gear
  • 5-star safety and strong reliability score (80)
  • Good value in its segment with balanced power (260 hp) and 9 L/100 km combined

Verdict

Pick Toyota Highlander LE if…
Best fuel economy
Toyota Highlander LE uses 8.1 L/100km vs 9.0 — a meaningful saving if you cover high mileage.
Pick Subaru Ascent if…
Reliability edge
Subaru Ascent scores higher on reliability — worth considering for long-term ownership.

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