2019 Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity

The Subaru Ascent was introduced into Subaru’s lineup as their largest family SUV in 2019 and is still made today. The Ascent has many features consumers expect from today’s SUVs, including towing. But what is the towing capacity of a 2019 Subaru Ascent?

A 2019 Subaru Ascent has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds.

The 2019 Subaru Ascent tow capacity can vary based on a few different factors such as engine size, drivetrain, and others which we’ll cover in this guide.

There’s a bit more to know about the 2019 Subaru Ascent tow capacity which we’ll cover in today’s guide.

How Much Can The 2019 Subaru Ascent Tow?

The 2019 Subaru Ascent has a towing capacity of 5,000 pounds.

The 2019 Subaru Ascent tow capacity is affected by other factors like engine type, drivetrain, the weight of cargo and passengers, and whether your vehicle has a towing package equipped or not.

You can always reach out to your local Subaru dealership for details to confirm how much your Ascent can tow.

2019 Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity Chart
2019 Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity Chart

You can check out our guide to Subaru Ascent towing capacity by year if you’re looking at a different model year’s max capacity or if you want to compare different years of this vehicle.

You can also read our guide on what makes a vehicle towing capacity to learn all the aspects that go into it.

2019 Ascent Tow Capacity By Trim Level

There are several trim levels for the 2019 Ascent, and some engines are not available on certain trims, so they’ll each have different max towing limits.

Here’s the max tow capacity broken down for each trim level on the 2019 Subaru Ascent:

2019 Subaru Ascent Trim LevelTowing Capacity
2019 Subaru Ascent Base2,000 lbs / 907 kg
2019 Subaru Ascent Premium5,000 lbs / 2,267 kg
2019 Subaru Ascent Limited5,000 lbs / 2,267 kg
2019 Subaru Ascent Touring5,000 lbs / 2,267 kg
2019 Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity by Trim Level Chart

2019 Subaru Ascent models without a transmission cooler can tow 2,000 lbs.

2019 Subaru Ascent models with a transmission cooler can tow 5,000 lbs.

If you’re not sure whether or not your Ascent has a transmission cooler installed, check the model number of your vehicle inside the passenger-side door jamb.

If it starts with “TR690S” or “TR690G”, then you’ve got a transmission cooler installed on your Subaru Ascent and it can pull 5,000 pounds. 

Towing Capacity By Engine Size & Drivetrain

2019 Subaru Ascent Engine Towing Specs

There is only engine option for the 2019 Ascent, which is a 2.4L 4-cylinder engine that makes 260 horsepower and 277 lb-feet of torque.

2019 Subaru Ascent 3.8L V6 Engine Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds

2019 Subaru Ascent Drivetrain Towing Specs

The 2019 Subaru Ascent comes standard with front wheel drive, with all-wheel drive available as an option.

2019 Subaru Ascent FWD Tow Capacity: 5,000 pounds

2019 Subaru Ascent AWD Tow Capacity: 5,000 pounds

Note that these are the max towing limits for each 2019 Subaru Ascent engine. Your Subaru Ascent may have a lower towing capacity based on the drivetrain, axle ratio, and if your vehicle has a towing package installed.

2019 Subaru Ascent Payload Capacity

The maximum payload capacity of the 2019 Subaru Ascent is 1,570 pounds.

Note that the max payload capacity of your 2019 Ascent will vary based on factors like the engine type, drivetrain and whether or not a towing package that includes other features like an engine oil cooler or transmission oil cooler is installed.

You can always contact your local dealership for extra details if you’re unsure of your vehicle’s payload capability.

2019 Subaru Ascent Tow Package

The 2019 Subaru Ascent does not come with a towing package automatically installed, but it is available as an add-on option.

The 2019 Ascent tow package includes a receiver hitch and a 4-pin and 7-pin wiring harness.

We definitely recommend getting the tow package if you plan on towing anything with your 2019 Ascent.

subaru ascent towing a camper
The 2019 Subaru Ascent can pull up to 5,000 pounds, making it capable of towing medium to heavy loads.

2019 Subaru Ascent Towing Capacity Vs Competitors

The 2019 Subaru Ascent has a maximum towing capacity of 5,000 pounds, which makes it capable of doing some heavy duty trailer towing.

This number is a little less than the Ascent’s main competitors which are the 2019 Hyundai Palisade and the 2019 Kia Telluride.

Here are some similar vehicles to the 2019 Subaru Ascent and their towing capacities below:

2019 Ford Explorer Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds

2019 Honda Pilot Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds

2019 Toyota Highlander Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds

2019 VW Atlas Towing Capacity: 5,000 pounds

2019 Subaru Models Towing Capacity Chart

2019 Subaru SUV ModelTowing Capacity
2019 Subaru Ascent5,000 pounds
2019 Subaru Outback3,500 pounds
2019 Subaru Forester3,000 pounds
2019 Subaru Crosstrek1,500 pounds
2019 Subaru Models Towing Capacity Chart

Data Accuracy

We’ve gathered all data represented here from the official 2019 Subaru Ascent Owner’s Manual on Subaru’s site and have checked all data thoroughly for accuracy.

Having said that, we still recommend you refer to your vehicle’s owner’s manual yourself before towing with a 2019 Subaru Ascent.

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