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Old 09-21-2017, 10:22 AM   #326
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Old 09-21-2017, 04:00 PM   #327
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They have similarities to both. The headlight/grill area looks almost like a direct share with the Outback. That's what gets my attention from a distance. When unmasked, I think I'll mistake it for an Outback quicker than a Forester. Kinda sucks. Wish cars had more individuality than they do. However, in contradiction, I kinda like the "family" looks.
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Old 09-21-2017, 04:08 PM   #328
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It looks like a fat Forester in the spy photos
The camoed test mule of the Ascent looks VERY similar to the camoed upcoming Forester.
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Old 09-21-2017, 09:22 PM   #329
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The camoed test mule of the Ascent looks VERY similar to the camoed upcoming Forester.
It's cuz they had matching camo.
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Old 09-22-2017, 08:09 AM   #330
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Some people who have seen the production version say Nissan Pathfinder
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Old 09-22-2017, 11:34 AM   #331
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It's cuz they had matching camo.
IMO, it's because of the taller greenhouse. Forester has a much taller greenhouse than the outback, and that really differentiates the two. The forester looks more "SUV", and the outback more "CUV". The Ascent looks more SUV than bloated CUV because of the taller greenhouse.
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Old 09-22-2017, 02:42 PM   #332
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Some people who have seen the production version say Nissan Pathfinder
For what it looks like? Or it's size? Size, yes. Those that's seen it I've talked to(completely independent of each other) all have the same description. "Fat Outback".
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Old 09-22-2017, 02:58 PM   #333
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I was waiting for the Forester/Ascent 2019 but the new Volvo XC40 look sick!
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Old 09-23-2017, 07:14 AM   #334
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I was waiting for the Forester/Ascent 2019 but the new Volvo XC40 look sick!


It's not big though. Ascent is good for families with 2-3 kids or lots of stuff.
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Old 09-23-2017, 12:58 PM   #335
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and the pricetag difference will have to be significant
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I'm hoping the base model of this will be high $20k, but I have no clue if that's realistic for this class.
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Old 09-23-2017, 01:59 PM   #337
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I'm hoping the base model of this will be high $20k, but I have no clue if that's realistic for this class.
The Tribeca wasn't in that price range. NO way the Ascent will start that low. My HOPE is that it starts in the $30s. I'm thinking, depending on how they want to trim this out, that a base model will start around $37K.
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Old 09-23-2017, 02:04 PM   #338
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The Tribeca wasn't in that price range. NO way the Ascent will start that low. My HOPE is that it starts in the $30s. I'm thinking, depending on how they want to trim this out, that a base model will start around $37K.
Damn. Is that where the competition is at? Just seems like a big price jump for Subaru base pricing. What's the most expensive base vehicle right now that isn't the STI? I thought the Outback was like $25k? I was thinking $28k-$29k for the Ascent. Possibly $27k, but it'd be bare bones.
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Old 09-23-2017, 04:39 PM   #339
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Damn. Is that where the competition is at? Just seems like a big price jump for Subaru base pricing. What's the most expensive base vehicle right now that isn't the STI? I thought the Outback was like $25k? I was thinking $28k-$29k for the Ascent. Possibly $27k, but it'd be bare bones.
Oh. I could be very wrong. That is in no way anything official. I haven't even heard anything about pricing. It's a big ? from everyone. Heck. I haven't even paid attention to it's competitions pricing. I'm probably way off. But, you know, 19 cup holders is premium!!!! Gotta put the $$$ on it!
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Old 09-23-2017, 05:20 PM   #340
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Lol I'd pay $30k+ for 19 cupholders.

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Old 09-23-2017, 08:55 PM   #341
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Damn. Is that where the competition is at? Just seems like a big price jump for Subaru base pricing. What's the most expensive base vehicle right now that isn't the STI? I thought the Outback was like $25k? I was thinking $28k-$29k for the Ascent. Possibly $27k, but it'd be bare bones.
A loaded 3.6 Outback is 40k so a loaded Ascent with be 45-50k
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For what it looks like? Or it's size? Size, yes. Those that's seen it I've talked to(completely independent of each other) all have the same description. "Fat Outback".
I assumed looks. The latest spy photos does not say "Fat Outback" IMO. If anything "Fat Forester"
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Old 09-23-2017, 09:53 PM   #343
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The Tribeca wasn't in that price range. NO way the Ascent will start that low. My HOPE is that it starts in the $30s. I'm thinking, depending on how they want to trim this out, that a base model will start around $37K.
They need to posture this as a Subaru alternative to a Highlander/pilot which both start at 30k. Realistically on the road, well trimmed with v6s at 36k. I guess if the ascent is going to start at the limited trim level with an fa24dit, 37k might make sense. Seems like they would be leaving sales on the table without a 30k base though.
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Old 09-23-2017, 09:55 PM   #344
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I'm hoping the base model of this will be high $20k, but I have no clue if that's realistic for this class.
The cheapest Mazda CX9 is about $33k with AWD. i would guess it will be close to that..
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Old 09-23-2017, 10:36 PM   #345
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A loaded 3.6 Outback is 40k so a loaded Ascent with be 45-50k
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The cheapest Mazda CX9 is about $33k with AWD. i would guess it will be close to that..
Okay this is pretty much what I was wondering about. Thank you!
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Old 09-24-2017, 08:52 AM   #346
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I assumed looks. The latest spy photos does not say "Fat Outback" IMO. If anything "Fat Forester"

The body I can see that. The face screams Outback. Seems the tail does as well. Hence why I can see "Fat Outback".
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The body I can see that. The face screams Outback. Seems the tail does as well. Hence why I can see "Fat Outback".
Ok. I can see that. If I squint real hard it can also resemble a large Impreza(new one) hatch from the side or 3/4 view. Whats the word from you guys or gals that work at dealerships. The owners have seen it. No leaks?
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Old 09-24-2017, 10:29 PM   #348
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Ok. I can see that. If I squint real hard it can also resemble a large Impreza(new one) hatch from the side or 3/4 view. Whats the word from you guys or gals that work at dealerships. The owners have seen it. No leaks?
no and it is because of 3 letters, NDA
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Ok. I can see that. If I squint real hard it can also resemble a large Impreza(new one) hatch from the side or 3/4 view. Whats the word from you guys or gals that work at dealerships. The owners have seen it. No leaks?
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no and it is because of 3 letters, NDA
Yeah. They saw it. And they talk about what they saw........"Fat Outback". They weren't allowed close to it.
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Highlander is 35.3k msrp - base model with AWD.
Pilot is 33.4k msrp - base model with AWD

It's got to be right around there.
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