Subaru Ground Clearance Comp. By Model
All About Ground Clearance
Also called ride height, ground clearance is the distance between a vehicle's underbody and the road or terrain. It's key to avoiding obstacles; having the right one can mean the difference between staying clear of downed trees and other trail hazards while off-roading, and not. That's critically important in northwest Arkansas, especially here in the Fayetteville, AR, area. After all, the Ozark Mountains surround us, and the foothills of the Boston Mountains are just nearby. With landscapes ranging from thick hardwood forests to rolling, rock-riddled hills and bluffs, there's plenty that can happen to a chassis.
Luckily, the experts at Adventure Subaru are here to help you avoid the worst. We've made it easy to compare Subaru models by ride height, so you can make a confident buying decision about which is best for you, and well before your next outing. Here's everything you need to know.
What are the Benefits of High Ground Clearance?
When it comes to ride height, mere inches distinguish advantages, and they vary by driving preferences.
A performance enthusiast who sticks to cruising the highways around Springdale, AR, may go after a model like the Subaru WRX, Subaru Impreza, or Subaru Legacy, as these cars provide five to six inches of ground clearance. Here, a high ride height isn't as important as a hands-on, engaging drive with a sporty road feel.
An orienteer that wants the confidence and protection that larger, grippier off-road tires provide, on the other hand, may look for a model with 7.5 inches of ground clearance or more; the combo enables towering over craggy, stick-strewn trails through the bush outside Rogers, AR. Options range widely here, from the compact Subaru Crosstrek and Subaru Forester to the mid-size Subaru Outback and Subaru Ascent.
If you're wondering which SUV's ride height is right for you, check out our new Subaru inventory; our digital retailing tools make comparing models easy.
How Important is Ground Clearance for Off-Roading in Arkansas?
You're planning to explore the unbeaten path - everywhere from Bentonville, AR to Bella Vista, AR. A taller ride height is crucial to prevent Mother Nature from damaging your Subaru vehicle's undercarriage along the way. Having a steep approach angle, high breakover angle, and proper departure angle is critical, too. Fortunately, every Subaru SUV is built with off-grid treks in mind and optimized for these measurements. Here's a quick reference covering most later model years and select trims.
Subaru Ride Height Comparison at a Glance
- Subaru WRX: 4.9 to 5.4 inches
- Subaru Impreza: 5.1 inches
- Subaru Legacy: 5.9 inches
- Subaru Uncharted: 8.2 to 8.3 inches
- Subaru Solterra: 8.3 inches
- Subaru Trailseeker: 8.5 inches
- Subaru Crosstrek: 8.7 inches
- Subaru Forester: 8.7 inches
- Subaru Outback: 8.7 inches
- Subaru Ascent: 8.7 inches
- Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness: 9.3 inches
- Subaru Forester Wilderness: 9.3 inches
- Subaru Outback Wilderness: 9.5 inches
Learn More About Subaru Ground Clearance at Our Dealership in Fayetteville, AR
The best way to check out a Subaru vehicle's capabilities is behind the wheel, and the best place to do that is here at Adventure Subaru. Whether you've got a weekend campout planned or you're venturing further into the Great Wide Open, we can help you choose the car or SUV with the right ride height for the trip. Contact us to schedule an unforgettable test drive today.
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