Negotiating leverage
40
moderate leverage / 100
~60 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick price intelligence
2019 Subaru Ascent Price: Fair Market Value & MSRP
A mileage-adjusted read of comparable active listings—not a quote for a specific VIN, trim, condition, or location.
Fair market price
$19,474
Inside the middle half of current listings.
Price intelligence
A map of today's market
Fair price is in the typical market range
$11,827$27,191
- Typical market range
- $16,972–$21,017
- Ridekick fair price
- $19,474
- Original MSRP range
- $31,995–$44,695
Middle 50% of active listings
Mileage-adjusted estimate
4 sourced trims when new
Buyer context
Market pulse
Signals to help you frame a conversation—not a promise about a particular vehicle or dealer.
National supply
60
days of supply
Buyer's market
Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2019 Subaru Ascent.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$29,435–$30,715
Estimated dealer invoice — about $31,995 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premium | $18,498 | $34,195 | $31,459–$32,827 |
| Limited | $19,042 | $38,995 | $35,875–$37,435 |
| Touring | $20,974 | $44,695 | $41,119–$42,907 |
| base | — | $31,995 | $29,435–$30,715 |
Trim comparison
How each trim is priced
Estimated dealer cost Original MSRP Fair price
Trim
$16,402$31,597$46,791
Fair pricePremium
$18,498
Premium: fair price $18,498, original MSRP $34,195, estimated dealer cost $31,459 to $32,827.
Limited
$19,042
Limited: fair price $19,042, original MSRP $38,995, estimated dealer cost $35,875 to $37,435.
Touring
$20,974
Touring: fair price $20,974, original MSRP $44,695, estimated dealer cost $41,119 to $42,907.
base
—
base: fair price not available, original MSRP $31,995, estimated dealer cost $29,435 to $30,715.
All marks use the same price scale. Dealer cost is an estimate; original MSRP and fair price are shown for context, not as a guarantee of a particular vehicle’s price.
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2019 Subaru Ascent runs about $19,562 in MT to $21,553 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $1,396 | $110+ | $20,757 |
| TX | $1,203 | $332 | $20,786 |
| FL | $1,155 | $1,074+ | $21,480 |
| NY | $770 | $371 | $20,392 |
| PA | $1,155 | $587 | $20,993 |
| IL | $1,203 | $683 | $21,137 |
| OH | $1,107 | $444 | $20,802 |
| GA | $1,348 | $637 | $21,236 |
| NC | $578 | $793 | $20,622 |
| WA | $1,251 | $215+ | $20,717 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $19,776 |
Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.
Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon
Fuel economy
21
MPG city
27
MPG highway
23
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2019 Subaru Ascent configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
9 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2019 Subaru Ascent.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles. The transmission hydraulic sensor may inaccurately measure the hydraulic fluid pressure.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the transmission control unit. The hydraulic sensor harness will be replaced on vehicles with certain stored diagnostic trouble codes. In addition, any vehicle confirmed to have experienced low drive chain tension will have the transmission assembly will be replaced. All repairs will be free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUV-07.
Campaign 19V855000 · 02/12/2019
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2020 Legacy and Outback vehicles. A programming error in the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) may allow the clutch to engage before the drive chain is completely clamped.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the TCU, inspect TCU data for chain slip, and visually inspect the chain guide. If evidence of chain slippage or damage is found, the transmission will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 19, 2022. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 19V-855. Vehicles previously recalled under 19V-855 will need to have the new remedy performed for this recall once available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRK-21.
Campaign 21V955000 · 09/12/2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Ascent, 2018 Forester, 2018-2020 Impreza, Legacy, Outback, 2018-2019 BRZ, WRX, and Toyota 86 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low-pressure fuel pump, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 24, 2021. Subaru and Toyota owners may call customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRG-21.
Campaign 21V587000 · 29/07/2021
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRD-20.
Campaign 20V218000 · 16/04/2020
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Crosstrek, Forester, and Ascent vehicles. The aluminum Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve can separate, allowing the separated components to enter the engine, resulting in a loss of power while driving.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the PCV valve, free of charge. If the PCV valve has separated and the components cannot be found, the short block engine will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began January 31, 2020. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUW-08.
Campaign 19V856000 · 02/12/2019
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles. The center support bolts for the driveshaft may loosen, possibly resulting in the front portion of the driveshaft disconnecting.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft assembly, including the center support brace, free of charge. The recall began July 26, 2019. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WUI-94.
Campaign 19V519000 · 10/07/2019
STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Subaru Ascent vehicles. These vehicles may be missing spot welds on, or around, the B-Pillar, compromising vehicle strength.
Remedy: Subaru will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle to check for missing spot welds. If the welds are missing, the vehicle will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began July 31, 2018. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WTU-80.
Campaign 18V508000 · 02/08/2018
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019-2022 Ascent vehicles. The ground bolt that secures the ground terminal of the Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) heater may have been improperly fastened, which could result in melting of the ground terminal and surrounding components.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park their vehicle away from structures and to avoid leaving the vehicle unattended while the engine is running. An owner who notices or smells smoke coming from the dash or driver's footwell area should immediately stop operating the vehicle and turn the ignition switch to the "Off" position. Dealers will replace the PTC heater ground bolts and if necessary, replace the ground wire and the connector holder, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 6, 2023. Owners may contact Subaru's customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRL-22.
Campaign 22V907000 · 08/12/2022
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2026 Crosstrek Hybrid, 2025-2026 Forester Hybrid, Forester, and 2019-2026 Ascent vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured with an incorrect Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) on the certification label. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 110, "Tire selection and rims."
Remedy: Subaru will mail a new certification label to owners, free of charge. Owners may also choose to have a dealer install the new label, free of charge. Letters informing owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed August 25, 2026. Additional letters will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Subaru customer service at 1-844-373-6614. Subaru's number for this recall is WRH-26.
Campaign 26V436000 · 07/07/2026
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Questions buyers ask
What is a fair price for a 2019 Subaru Ascent?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $19,474, within a typical market range of $16,972 to $21,017.
Is the 2019 Subaru Ascent cheaper than MSRP?
Yes — its original MSRP was about $31,995, so a fair used price is roughly $12,521 below MSRP.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2019 Subaru Ascent?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $19,562 in MT to $21,553 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2019 Subaru Ascent?
There are about 60 days of national market supply for the 2019 Subaru Ascent — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2019 Subaru Ascent.
How much can you negotiate on a 2019 Subaru Ascent?
Negotiating leverage rates 40/100 (moderate). ~60 days of national supply — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2019 Subaru Ascent?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $29,435–$30,715 — its $31,995 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 8/5/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.