2019 Subaru Ascent Depreciation

A 7-year-old 2019 Subaru Ascent has lost about 53.0% of its roughly $38,995 original value. In the 2026 source cohort, it typically listed for around $18,386, with most listings between $14,976 and $21,593. Listed examples average 100,765 miles.

Subaru Ascent exterior
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2019 Subaru Ascent Price by Mileage

What buyers actually pay at different odometer readings.

50k–75k mi
$21,109· 30 listings
75k–100k mi
$19,589· 64 listings
100k–130k mi
$16,690· 69 listings
Over 130k mi
$14,407· 31 listings

How Mileage Affects 2019 Subaru Ascent Price

Each dot is a real listing — price plotted against odometer reading.

2019 Subaru Ascent median price by mileage band
MileageMedian priceListings
50k–75k mi$21,10930
75k–100k mi$19,58964
100k–130k mi$16,69069
Over 130k mi$14,40731

What's a Good Price for a 2019 Subaru Ascent?

Great deal

Under $15,862

Typical

$15,862$20,315

Overpriced

Above $20,315

Based on the middle 50% of listings — always adjust for mileage and condition.

Price Spread

Range across 200 listings.

Low $13,792High $23,233

Half of all listings fall between $15,862 and $20,315, with a median of $18,386.

2019 Subaru Ascent Efficiency & Specs

EPA fuel-economy and powertrain data.

Combined

23 MPG

City / Hwy

21 / 27

Fuel / year

$2,700

Fuel

Regular

Engine

2.4L 4-cyl

EPA class

Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

Depreciation by Trim

See how each 2019 Subaru Ascent trim holds its value.

TrimFuelMSRPMedian ResaleDepreciationListings
Premium 7-PassengerGasoline$34,195$17,24848.8%34
Premium 8-PassengerGasoline$34,195$16,18250.1%27
Limited 8-PassengerGasoline$38,995$18,93252.7%29
Limited 7-PassengerGasoline$38,995$18,49852.8%53
TouringGasoline$44,695$19,43156.4%56

How the 2019 Subaru Ascent Compares to Other Years

At 53.0% depreciation, the 2019 Subaru Ascent sits among its neighbors on the depreciation curve. The one-year-newer 2020 has lost 47.5% (around $20,482), so stepping up a model year costs roughly $2,096 more. Buying one model year newer or older is one of the easiest ways to trade purchase price against age and remaining warranty.

Safety Ratings

NHTSA crash test ratings for the 2019 Subaru Ascent.

Overall
Frontal Crash
Side Crash
Rollover

View full NHTSA report

Known Issues & Complaints

432 NHTSA complaints, 9 recalls reported.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

150 complaints

The battery is draining so quick that the car doesnt start at all. The battery drained completely in 3 days and it’s happening more often.

4 fires

POWER TRAIN

79 complaints

We have been dealing with issues with this vehicle since 2024. We had 3 open recalls which we took into the closest dealership to us and things were okay for a few months and then started having issues again. We live in a small town and it

2 crashes

VISIBILITY/WIPER

62 complaints

Subaru windshild in my 2019 Ascent have been replaced twice in 30,000 miles due to very inadequate glass. I'm struggling to get Subaru to acknowledge their responsibility to replace this current cracked windshield with a new part, as per my

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

39 complaints

All of a sudden my vehicle accelerated after placing it in reverse with my foot on the brake. There was a screeching sound and I immediately shifted into (at least) Park. In attempting to exit my garage again, it repeated the same events. I

ENGINE

20 complaints

My vehicle smokes when starting it. A lot of white smoke that can fill a parking lot. The smoke has a strong chemical smell.

SERVICE BRAKES

17 complaints

Replaced rear brakes and rotors in August 2025. By may 2026 they had worn down to the metal and needed replaced again. Only had 13000 miles on them. After multiple diagnostics testing was done, no issues were found with the brake system. Mo

1 crash

Top Issues

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • POWER TRAIN
  • VISIBILITY/WIPER
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • ENGINE

Buyer Red Flags

  • !Recall 19V855000 (POWER TRAIN): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Ascent vehicles. The transmission hydraulic sensor may inaccurately measure the hydraulic fluid pressure.
  • !Recall 21V955000 (POWER TRAIN): 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 c
  • !Recall 21V587000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE): 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-press
  • !Recall 20V218000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE): Subaru of America, Inc. (Subaru) is recalling certain 2019 Impreza, Outback, Legacy, and Ascent vehicles. The low pressure fuel pump may become inoperative.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a 2019 Subaru Ascent worth?

A 2019 Subaru Ascent is typically worth around $18,386, with most listings falling between $14,976 and $21,593. The single biggest swing factor is mileage — listed examples average about 100,765 miles, and each additional 10,000 miles shaves a few percent off the price. Condition, accident history, trim, and how many owners a car has had move the number from there. Treat the median as a fair starting point and adjust up for a clean, low-mileage, one-owner car or down for higher mileage and any reported damage.

How much has the 2019 Subaru Ascent depreciated?

The 2019 Subaru Ascent has lost about 53.0% of its original $38,995 base MSRP — roughly $20,667 in value, after adjusting listing prices to typical mileage for the age. Most of a car's lifetime depreciation happens in its earliest years, so a vehicle of this age has usually weathered the steepest part of the curve already. That's what makes a well-kept example at this age an efficient buy: you let the original owner absorb the fastest depreciation, then enjoy a much slower decline from here.

How many miles does a used 2019 Ascent have?

Listed 2019 Ascents average about 100,765 miles, with most between 72,121 and 130,476. As a rule of thumb, "average" mileage for any car is roughly 12,000 miles per year of age, so compare a specific listing against that benchmark. A below-average odometer commands a premium and an above-average one a discount, but a higher-mileage car with complete service records and one owner can be a better buy than a low-mileage car with gaps in its history. Consistent maintenance does more for a car's remaining lifespan than a low number on the odometer alone.

What is a good price for a 2019 Subaru Ascent?

For a 2019 Subaru Ascent, anything under $15,862 is a strong deal, $15,862 to $20,315 is the typical range where most cars trade, and above $20,315 is on the expensive side — those higher prices usually buy lower mileage, a certified warranty, or a premium trim. Always weigh the asking price against the car's specific mileage and condition rather than the sticker alone: a slightly higher price for a clean, one-owner, accident-free example is often money well spent. And treat a listing priced well below the range as a prompt to dig deeper — unusually cheap cars almost always have a reason, whether it's high mileage, accident history, or a branded title.

Methodology

Figures for the 2019 Subaru Ascent are computed from 200 real used-car listings. Each asking price is normalized to a standard 12,000 miles per year for the car's age, adjusted by a 5% asking-to-sale estimate, and compared against the original base MSRP for that VIN's trim. Full methodology. Updated August 2026.