2025 Subaru Ascent vs 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque

$39,995 · Crossover

$49,900 · Crossover

Comparison Overview

The most significant difference separating the 2025 Subaru Ascent and the 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is the substantial $9,905 MSRP gap, with the Ascent starting at $39,995 versus the Evoque's $49,900. Performance metrics are closely matched, though the Ascent slightly leads in power with 260 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque compared to the Evoque's 246 hp and 269 lb-ft. Fuel economy is identical at 22 combined MPG for both models, although the Evoque requires premium fuel. Size disparity is notable: the Ascent is 196.8 inches long, offering less accessible maneuverability than the 172.1-inch Evoque. Conversely, the Ascent has a smaller cargo capacity at 17.8 cubic feet, lagging behind the Evoque's 21.4 cubic feet behind the rear seats, despite the Ascent's larger exterior footprint.

Size Comparison

Performance

Fuel Efficiency

Full Specifications

Our Verdicts

🚗 Best for Commuters

2025 Subaru Ascent

The Subaru Ascent wins for commuters due to its lower starting MSRP of $39,995, significantly reducing the initial financial outlay.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Best for Families

2025 Subaru Ascent

Despite having less rear cargo space (17.8 cu ft vs 21.4 cu ft), the Ascent's lower price and larger exterior dimensions suggest greater potential passenger accommodation.

🏎️ Best for Enthusiasts

2025 Subaru Ascent

The Ascent appeals more to driving enthusiasts by offering a measurable advantage in peak power with 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque.

💰 Best Value

2025 Subaru Ascent

Car1 offers significantly more power and a much larger physical footprint for $9,905 less than Car2, representing superior baseline utility value.

Choose the Subaru Ascent if...

Your budget is strictly limited, as the $39,995 MSRP is substantially lower than Car2's $49,900 entry price.
You require higher longitudinal performance figures, specifically the 260 hp and 277 lb-ft of torque output.
You prioritize overall vehicle length (196.8 inches) for a potentially larger cabin volume, despite having less stated cargo capacity.

Choose the Land Rover Range Rover Evoque if...

You prefer a more compact vehicle footprint, measuring only 172.1 inches in length for easier urban navigation.
Your priority is usable space immediately behind the second row, as the Evoque offers 21.4 cubic feet of cargo space.
You prefer the engagement of a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission over Car1's continuously variable transmission.

Key Dimensions

Dimension	Subaru Ascent	Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
Length	196.8"	172.1"
Width	76.0"	-
Height	71.6"	64.9"
Wheelbase	113.8"	105.6"

Features Comparison

Safety

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Blind Spot Monitor	✓	✓
Lane Departure Warning	✓	—
Lane Keeping Assist System	✓	✓
Rear Cross Traffic Alert	✓	✓
Pre-Collision Safety System	✓	✓
Post-Collision Safety System	✓	—
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags	✓	✓
Front Head Airbags	✓	✓
Rear Head Airbags	✓	✓
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation	✓	✓
Electronic Stability Control	✓	✓
Traction Control System	✓	✓
LATCH System	✓	✓
Rear Door Child Safety Locks	✓	✓
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)	4-Wheel	4-Wheel
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	✓
Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes	✓	—
Brake Assist	✓	✓
Tire Pressure Monitoring System	✓	✓
Automatic Headlights	✓	✓
Headlight Delay-Off	✓	✓
LED Headlights	✓	✓
Adaptive Headlights	✓	—
Self-Leveling Headlights	✓	✓
Daytime Running Lights	✓	✓
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors	✓	✓
Front Headrests	2	2
Front Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	✓
Rear Headrests	2	3
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests	✓	—
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)	✓	✓
Engine Immobilizer	✓	✓
Driver Attention Alert	—	✓
Rear Solid Disc Brakes	—	✓
Brake Preparation System	—	✓
Front Fog Lights	—	✓
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt	—	✓

Engine

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Base Engine Displacement	2.4 L	2.0 L
Number of Cylinders	flat 4	inline 4
Base Engine Type	gas	gas
Horsepower	260 hp @ 5600 rpm	246 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque	277 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm	269 lb-ft @ 1300 rpm
Number of Valves	16	16
Camshaft Type	Double overhead cam (DOHC)	Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Variable Valve Timing	Variable	Variable
Fuel Injection Type	✓	✓

Drive Train

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Transmission Type	continuously variable-speed automatic	9-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain Type	all wheel drive	all wheel drive
Center Differential Type	Limited Slip	—
Hill Descent Control	✓	✓

Fuel

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Fuel Type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (recommended)
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)	20/26 MPG	20/27 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)	22 MPG	22 MPG
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)	386.0/501.8 mi.	354.0/477.9 mi.
Fuel Tank Capacity	19.3 gal.	17.7 gal.

Comfort & Convenience

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Push Button Start	✓	✓
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	✓	—
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Electric Power Steering	✓	✓
Rear View Camera	✓	✓
Rear Parking Sensors	✓	✓
Adaptive Cruise Control	✓	✓
Universal Remote Transmitter	✓	✓
Front Cupholders	✓	✓
Rear Cupholders	✓	✓
3rd Row Cupholders	✓	—
Front Door Pockets	✓	✓
Rear Door Pockets	✓	✓
Overhead Console with Storage	✓	✓
Front Seatback Storage	✓	✓
Leather Steering Wheel	✓	✓
Three Zone Climate Control	✓	—
Interior Air Filtration	✓	—
Dual Vanity Mirrors	✓	✓
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror	✓	✓
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors	✓	✓
Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel	—	✓
Front Parking Sensors	—	✓
Wireless Charging Pad	—	✓
Heated Steering Wheel	—	✓
Dual Zone Climate Control	—	✓
Rear Ventilation Ducts	—	✓

In Car Entertainment

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Infotainment Display	11.6 in	11.4 in
AM/FM Stereo	✓	✓
Speaker System	6	12
Android Auto (Wireless)	✓	✓
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)	✓	✓
USB Port	✓	✓
Auxiliary Audio Input	✓	—
USB Port with External Media Control	✓	—
Satellite Radio	✓	✓
Satellite Radio Trial Length	4 months	—
Meridian Speakers	—	✓
Stereo Power	—	400W
Subwoofer Count	—	1
Satellite Radio Trial Period	—	3 months
Speed Sensitive Volume Control	—	✓

Power Feature

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
One-Touch Power Windows	2	4
Keyless Entry	✓	✓
Heated Mirrors	✓	✓
Moonroof Type	—	1st Row Power Glass

Frontseats

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Front Head Room	41.2 in.	37.4 in.
Front Leg Room	42.2 in.	40.0 in.
Front Shoulder Room	61.1 in.	56.6 in.
Front Hip Room	57.8 in.	—
Seat Material: Cloth	✓	—
Front Seat Type: Bucket	✓	✓
Driver Seat Power Adjustments	8-way	8-way
Driver Seat Height Adjustment	✓	✓
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments	4-way	—
Driver Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Passenger Seat Heating	Multi-level	Multi-level
Seat Material: Leather	—	✓
Driver Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power
Driver Seat Memory Settings	—	3
Passenger Seat Power Adjustments	—	6-way
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment	—	✓
Passenger Seat Lumbar Support	—	Power

Rearseats

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Rear Head Room	40.0 in.	38.1 in.
Rear Leg Room	38.6 in.	34.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room	60.3 in.	55.4 in.
Rear Hip Room	57.5 in.	—
Split-Folding Rear Seatback	✓	✓
Folding Center Armrest	✓	✓
Manual Folding Third Row Seat	✓	—

Tires and Wheels

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Wheel Material	Alloy	Alloy
Wheel Size	18 x 7.5 in	18 x 8.0 in
Tire Type	All Season	All Season
Tire Size	245/60R	R18
Spare Tire Type	Temporary	Temporary
Spare Tire Location	Underbody Mounted	Inside Mounted

Suspension

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension	✓	✓
Front Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓
Rear Stabilizer Bar	✓	✓

Warranty

Feature	Subaru	Land Rover
Basic Warranty	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty	5 yr./ 60000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty	5 yr./ unlimited mi.	6 yr./ unlimited mi.
Roadside Assistance	3 yr./ 36000 mi.	4 yr./ 50000 mi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about comparing the 2025 Subaru Ascent and 2026 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque.

What is the primary fuel economy difference between the 2025 Ascent and the 2026 Evoque?

Both vehicles achieve an identical combined fuel economy rating of 22 MPG. However, the 2025 Subaru Ascent uses regular unleaded fuel, while the 2026 Range Rover Evoque recommends premium unleaded, impacting long-term running costs.

How does the 2026 Range Rover Evoque's smaller exterior size affect its cargo capability compared to the Ascent?

Despite the Evoque being significantly shorter at 172.1 inches compared to the Ascent's 196.8 inches, the Evoque provides superior stated cargo capacity at 21.4 cubic feet versus the Ascent's 17.8 cubic feet.

Which vehicle offers superior straight-line acceleration potential based on specifications?

The 2025 Subaru Ascent produces higher peak output metrics, generating 260 horsepower and 277 lb-ft of torque, marginally exceeding the Evoque's 246 hp and 269 lb-ft.

What is the MSRP variance between these two all-wheel-drive crossovers?

There is a significant price discrepancy; the 2025 Subaru Ascent starts at $39,995, whereas the 2026 Range Rover Evoque commands a starting price of $49,900, resulting in a $9,905 cost difference.

Do the transmissions differ substantially between the two models?

Yes, the Ascent utilizes a continuously variable-speed automatic transmission focused on efficiency and smoothness. Conversely, the Evoque employs a 9-speed shiftable automatic transmission, offering distinct gear steps for a different driving feel.

Is the 2025 Ascent significantly taller than the 2026 Evoque?

The Subaru Ascent is noticeably taller, measuring 71.6 inches in height compared to the Evoque’s 64.9 inches, which is a difference of 6.7 inches, potentially impacting garage compatibility.