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Lowest Price New AWD Models
Most new vehicles on the road have front-wheel drive, which can be easier to control as well as more fuel efficient. Even the ever-popular crossover typically has two front wheels doing the motive work. However, there are times when all-wheel drive can be extremely useful — the extra traction provided by power going to all four wheels offers better control when roads become wet or snow covered. All-wheel drive can also provide confidence if heading off-pavement on a little adventure. These are the lowest price new AWD models in America ranked in ascending order by price, which includes all-wheel drive.
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2020 Subaru Impreza Sedan
MSRP: $18,695
Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder BOXER
Horsepower: 152
Transmission: 5-speed manual
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 23 city / 31 hwy / 26 combined
The lowest price new car with all-wheel drive in America, Impreza is the entry-level model in the Subaru lineup. Upgrading to the CVT for $1,300 improves fuel economy and equips the Impreza with Subaru’s innovative EyeSight driver-assist technology.
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2020 Ford EcoSport S
MSRP: $21,590
Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder Ti-VCT GDI
Horsepower: 166
Transmission: 6-speed SelectShift automatic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 23 city / 29 hwy / 25 combined
The smallest and least expensive SUV in Ford’s lineup, the EcoSport comes well equipped with features such as a 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot for up to 10 mobile devices.
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2020 Chevrolet Trax LS
MSRP: $22,020
Engine: 1.4-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged ECOTEC
Horsepower: 138
Transmission: Hydra-Matic 6-speed automatic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 24 city / 29 hwy / 26 combined
One of the best-selling models in the Chevrolet lineup, Trax offers a high level of utility with eight seating / cargo configurations and the ability to carry items up to eight feet long.
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2020 Mazda CX-3 Sport
MSRP: $22,040
Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder SKYACTIV-G
Horsepower: 148
Transmission: SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed automatic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 27 city / 32 hwy / 29 combined
The lowest price SUV in the Mazda lineup, the CX-3 received a number of updates for the 2020 model year which helped it to earn a Top Safety Pick + rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.
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2021 Subaru Crosstrek
MSRP: $22,245
Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder BOXER
Horsepower: 152
Transmission: 6-speed manual
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 22 city / 29 hwy / 25 combined
The smallest crossover in the Subaru lineup, the Crosstrek offers plenty of utility with 8.7-inches of ground clearance and standard all-wheel drive.
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2020 Subaru Legacy
MSRP: $22,745
Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder BOXER
Horsepower: 182
Transmission: Lineartronic CVT
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 27 city / 35 hwy / 30 combined
Entering its seventh generation, the all-new 2020 Legacy remains the only midsize sedan on the market with standard all-wheel drive.
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2020 Mazda CX-30
MSRP: $23,300
Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder SKYACTIV-G
Horsepower: 186
Transmission: SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed automatic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 25 city / 32 hwy / 27 combined
The CX-30 is an all-new SUV for Mazda, slotted between the CX-3 and CX-5 with a roomy interior and a powerful engine standard.
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2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer LS
MSRP: $23,600
Engine: ECOTEC 1.3-liter 4-cylinder turbo
Horsepower: 155
Transmission: 9-speed automatic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 26 city / 30 hwy / 28 combined
After a ten year hiatus, the Trailblazer returns to the Chevrolet lineup with a range of turbocharged engines and styling that matches the larger Blazer.
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2021 Hyundai Kona SEL
MSRP: $23,600
Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder MPI Atkinson
Horsepower: 147
Transmission: 6-speed automatic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 25 city / 30 hwy / 27 combined
Named the 2019 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year, the stylish Kona is the lowest price all-wheel drive SUV in the Hyundai lineup.
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2020 Jeep Compass Sport
MSRP: $23,780
Engine: 2.4-liter 4-cylinder Tigershark MultiAir
Horsepower: 180
Transmission: 6-speed manual
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 22 city / 31 hwy / 26 combined
With styling similar to the Grand Cherokee, the Compass offers a roomy interior and off-road capability befitting a Jeep.
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2020 Jeep Renegade Sport
MSRP: $23,875
Engine: 2.4-liter 4-cylinder Tigershark MultiAir
Horsepower: 180
Transmission: 9-speed automatic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 21 city / 29 hwy / 24 combined
The Renegade is Jeep’s first entry into the subcompact crossover market; unlike many of these small SUVs, Renegade carries the capability and reputation of the Jeep brand.
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2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport ES
MSRP: $24.095
Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder MIVEC
Horsepower: 148
Transmission: CVT
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 24 city / 30 hwy / 27 combined
The entry-level SUV in the Mitsubishi lineup, the Outlander Sport utilizes the company’s All-Wheel Control all-wheel-drive system which transfers power or braking to the wheels as needed for optimal traction.
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2020 Mazda Mazda3 Select
MSRP: $24,100
Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder SKYACTIV-G
Horsepower: 186
Transmission: SKYACTIV-DRIVE 6-speed automatic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 25 city / 33 hwy / 28 combined
Mazda completely redesigned the compact Mazda3 last year with updated styling, new features and — for the first time — the availability of the automaker’s i-Active predictive all-wheel-drive system.
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2020 Honda HR-V Sport
MSRP: $24,120
Engine: 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine
Horsepower: 141
Transmission: CVT with dual-mode paddle shifters
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 27 city / 31 hwy / 29 combined
Honda’s HR-V is the smallest crossover in the brand’s SUV lineup, yet it offers a surprisingly spacious and versatile interior.
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2020 Subaru Forester
MSRP: $24,495
Engine: 2.5-liter 4-cylinder BOXER
Horsepower: 182
Transmission: Lineartronic CVT
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 26 city / 33 hwy / 29 combined
All new last year, the Subaru Forester features its roomiest interior ever with a longer wheelbase, more rear-seat legroom and more cargo capacity, as well as improvements in crash protection, comfort, quietness and driving dynamics.
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2020 Fiat 500X POP
MSRP: $24,590
Engine: 1.3-liter 4-cylinder turbocharged MultiAir
Horsepower: 177
Transmission: 9-speed automatic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 24 city / 30 hwy / 26 combined
The 500X is the only all-wheel-drive variant available in the Fiat lineup.
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2020 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross ES
MSRP: $24,595
Engine: 1.5-liter 4-cylinder MIVEC turbo
Horsepower: 152
Transmission: 8-speed CVT with Sport Mode
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 25 city / 28 hwy / 26 combined
Bearing the name of Mitsubishi’s long-gone sport coupe, the new Eclipse Cross combines coupe styling with the utility of a crossover.
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2020 Nissan Rogue Sport S
MSRP: $24,780
Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine
Horsepower: 141
Transmission: Xtronic CVT
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 24 city / 30 hwy / 27 combined
Nissan’s smallest all-wheel-drive crossover, the Rogue Sport receives fresh styling for the 2020 model year as well as Nissan Safety Shield 360 as standard equipment.
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2020 Hyundai Tucson SE
MSRP: $24,950
Engine: 2.0-liter 4-cylinder GD
Horsepower: 161
Transmission: 6-speed automatic Shiftronic
EPA Fuel Economy (mpg): 22 city / 25 hwy / 23 combined
Hyundai introduced an all-new Tucson last year with fresh styling as well as a 7-inch touchscreen display, multiple USB chargers, a rearview camera and standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
