2020 Subaru Ascent vs. 2020 Buick Enclave

No matter the weather, the 2020 Subaru Ascent is an all-wheel-drive vehicle that is reliable on all terrain which can ferry large families safely to their destinations. A flexible interior cabin with three rows of leather seats is the biggest SUV crossover that Subaru has made to date. If feels more like a minivan with a huge storage and spacious seating area for easy access.

The 2020 Buick Enclave presents itself as a nicely equipped mid-size SUV with an interior smaller than the Subaru Ascent. With its premium pricing, the Enclave trades its size for its attractive curvy style. If cargo is your main concern, the Enclave would not be the best choice among the two.

Design & Style

The 2020 Subaru Ascent premium edition features a one-touch control that switches the interior lighting on and off at the touch of your finger. An optional power-operated rear gate, power-folding mirrors, and a vehicle lock button are some features installed on the new Ascent. The interior of the Ascent is comparable with a large crossover with flexible seating configurations and a raised driving position for better vision. The cabin can hold 8 adults comfortably and the large doors provides easy entry and exit.

For a vehicle this size, the 2020 Buick Enclave isn’t as roomy as you would expect. Although it has many integrated features, the Enclave’s design is relatively small but practical. The material quality is used in the Enclave is not that great with wood trims that look low quality, a hand-operated panoramic roof and only one side of the passenger seat can be let down to allow third-row passengers to access the seats. A clear cost-cutting decision by Buick’s automakers that compromises convenience which brings more hassle to a daily commute.

Technology & Safety

The Subaru infotainment system features an Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a 4G LTE mobile hotspot for easy connection. Large on-screen icons on the touchscreen are easily visible and respond quickly to your inputs and touch. The key safety features that are fitted in the Ascent consist of a forward-collision warning and automated emergency braking system, lane-departure and keeping assistance, and standard adaptive cruise control.

Situated into the dashboard between the air vents, the Enclave’s is fitted with a standard 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that is user-friendly and has a variety of features. Just like the Ascent, applications such as the Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a Wi-fi 4G LTE mobile hotspot are integrated in the infotainment system. Safety features such as an emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping and lane-departure warning, adaptive cruise control is like those of an Ascent.

Performance

With a powerful all-wheel-drive system that unleashes great performance for family road trips, the 2020 Subaru Ascent can carry a full load and pull a camper trailer or a speedboat up to 5,000 pounds. The Ascent is a nicely weighted vehicle that provides a cushy and comfortable quality ride that glides over rough surfaces with impressive handling that responds quickly.

Although the Enclave is not the quickest crossover compared to the Ascent, it has a rather quiet engine that leaves the passengers undisturbed. Like the Ascent, the Enclave can tow up to 5,000 pounds. Cruising down the highway, a smooth ride gliding over bumpy asphalt is what you can expect when you get behind the wheel of an Enclave.

The Bottom Line

Overall, the 2020 Subaru Ascent is a well-designed SUV with one of the largest interior cabins to date. With a spacious interior installed with high-level safety features, the Ascent has all areas covered. It is ideal for a huge family and a perfect commute for four seasons of road trips.

Spending big bucks for the 2020 Buick Enclave might not be the best idea as you do not get the cabin space you expect from a crossover SUV. Fuel economy is not as great compared to the Ascent. The cost of the Enclave is considerably more than its rivals, and cabin materials aren’t that much nicer as well.

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