Will a Subaru Ascent fit in a garage?
Yes, in most standard single-car garages the Subaru Ascent will fit. The real test is making sure your garage is deep enough, tall enough under the door, and free from roof racks or cargo that add height or length.
To understand the odds, it helps to compare the Ascent’s exterior size with typical garage dimensions and then consider any roof equipment or storage that could affect clearance. Below is a practical guide to help you gauge fit before you pull in for a test drive or a park-and-practice session.
Size in numbers: Subaru Ascent exterior dimensions
Before listing the measurements, note that exact numbers can vary slightly by model year and trim. The figures below reflect common specifications for recent Ascent models and are useful benchmarks for garage planning.
- Exterior length: about 196–197 inches (roughly 16.3–16.4 feet)
- Exterior width (excluding mirrors): about 76–77 inches (around 6.3–6.4 feet)
- Exterior height (without roof racks): about 68–69 inches (roughly 5.7–5.8 feet)
- With roof racks or cargo boxes: height can rise by a few inches, depending on the rack and attachment
In practical terms, you’re looking at a vehicle that is long enough to occupy a significant portion of a standard garage, but not so long that it should routinely collide with a typical 18–20 foot deep recess if you park with care. Roof equipment is the most common height factor to watch.
Garage space basics: what to measure and compare
Most single-car garages follow common dimensions, but there is a wide range. Use these baseline numbers to assess fit with your Ascent:
- Typical garage depth (from door to back wall): 18–20 feet
- Standard door height: about 7 feet (84 inches)
- Interior width: usually around 9–10 feet, though some garages are narrower
- Minimum clearance needed for safe entry and exit: plan for at least 1–2 feet of space in front of the bumper and behind the vehicle
With these benchmarks, you can estimate whether the Ascent’s 16.4-foot length fits with comfortable front and rear clearance and whether the door height is sufficient once any roof gear is installed.
What to consider beyond the numbers
Even if the numbers look favorable, several real-world factors can affect fit. Here are the most common considerations homeowners encounter.
Roof racks, cargo boxes, and bike carriers
Racks and carriers add height and can push the total above your door clearance. If you regularly use a roof box or crossbars, measure the total height with everything installed to ensure clear passage under the garage door.
Storage and shelving inside the garage
Attached shelves, pegboards, or overhead storage can reduce available depth. Ensure the vehicle’s front and rear will not strike protrusions when entering or exiting the space.
Practical parking tips to maximize fit
Even in a standard space, a few parking strategies can help you fit the Ascent with comfortable clearance:
- Back into the garage to give yourself better visibility when exiting and to reduce the risk of side-wall contact
- Use wheel alignment marks or painter’s tape to guide distance from the bumper
- Remove roof accessories when not in use for consistency with measurements
- Keep a tidy garage by relocating frequent items to create a straight approach path
Following these practices will improve your odds of a smooth entry and exit and minimize the chance of door or storage collisions.
What to do if the Ascent doesn’t quite fit
If measurements suggest a tight fit, you have a few practical options to consider.
Adjust the setup or parking routine
Remove roof racks or cargo boxes when not needed, and evaluate whether a different parking angle or a slightly longer approach can reclaim needed clearance.
Modify the garage space
Consider temporarily relocating storage, lowering shelves, or reorganizing wall-mounted items to increase clearance. In some cases, minor remodeling or a different storage layout can provide the extra space required.
If you routinely need to fit a larger vehicle or more gear, a larger garage or a garage with higher clearance may be necessary. For many homes, though, the Ascent sits comfortably in a typical single-car garage with standard dimensions and careful planning.
Summary
The Subaru Ascent generally fits in a standard single-car garage in terms of length and height, provided the garage depth and door height are typical and you don’t attach roof cargo that increases overall height. Key steps are to verify the vehicle’s length, width (excluding mirrors), and height with any roof equipment installed, then compare those figures to your garage’s depth, door height, and available clearance. If anything looks tight, adjust storage, remove roof attachments when parked, or rework the parking approach. In most homes, careful measurement and planning will allow safe and convenient parking for the Ascent.
Can a full-size SUV fit in a garage?
A 22' long by 12' wide single-car garage is the starting ground for a standard-sized SUV.
How long is the cargo space in a Subaru Ascent?
Subaru Ascent Cargo
The standard Ascent has 17.8 cubic feet of space behind the third row, 43.5 cubic feet with the third-row folded and 75.6 cubic feet with all the rear seats down. Those numbers fall to 17.6, 42.1 and 72.8 cubes, respectively, on Ascents with the moonroof — so, all but the base model.
How to know if a car will fit in the garage?
How can I tell if a vehicle will fit in my garage or parking space? Like most manufacturers, our website provides the length, width and height dimensions of all our vehicles in the specifications section. So just measure your garage or space and compare those numbers with the specs.
What are the weaknesses of the Subaru Ascent?
Nicely equipped across the lineup, all-wheel drive standard, generous safety suite. Sluggish acceleration, noisy engine, not as spacious as rivals. The Ascent is a respectable choice as a rugged, go-anywhere family vehicle, but it lags behind in driving feel and performance.
