![]() Large, round gauges are easy to read, with a handy driver information center between the tach and speedo. Subies always have a common-sense design with easy to operate switchgear that’s laid out in a friendly manner. The materials are top-notch with a nice fat heated leather steering wheel, stylish silver carbon fiber patterned accent trim and a tall seating position that gives a commanding view. Ok, there may be no moo-cow seats inside, but you don’t feel let down. While this is the biggest Subie, it’s still not a huge SUV, so that third row is best for kids. Whether you carry 7 or 8 depends on model – our tester had the 2 nd row captain’s chairs, so we maxxed out at 7. Since this is the brand’s only 3-row SUV, we’ll talk about seating first. Inside is again familiar to Subie fans, only bigger. The Subaru and Ascent badging are blacked out however, for a stealthy look, while the lower fascia and dual round exhaust pipes look ready for adventure. The rear shows your only bing of bling – a chrome finisher that spans the width of the rear hatch, that flows into the LED taillights. We especially liked the rugged-and-ready appearance of the black-finish 20-inch alloy wheels. The profile is very Forester-like, with nice, rounded fenders, black plastic overfenders, and lower trim that creates a unified look. It also makes the Subaru badge on the grille really pop. ![]() Our tester was the new for ’22 Onyx Edition, and that includes any of the blingy chrome being replaced with a decidedly tough-looking black. Subaru givens include the familiar Trapezoidal grille with LED headlights flanking and giving an angry look.
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