Best All-Wheel Drive Cars
All-Wheel Drive has its advantages, even on dry pavement, and these cars are some of the best.
All-Wheel Drive/4-Wheel Drive
Top Rated Expert Ratings
Sedan
$18,830
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The eminently sensible 2022 Subaru Legacy midsize sedan has all-wheel drive as standard, along with a robust reputation in many areas.
SUV
$22,528
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Volkswagen Tiguan has matured, while remaining a spacious compact SUV with a decent array of driver aids and safety features.
Sedan
$23,129
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Available as a sedan or hatchback, the 2022 Mazda3 is a high point of the compact car class, with quality, style, and driver involvement.
SUV
$24,456
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.8
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2-row Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a roomy SUV with a sleek aesthetic, but its performance doesn’t quite match its sporty appearance.
Pickup
$27,455
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Nissan Frontier looks way better and is more modern, but it continues to be a handy pickup that’s neither too large nor too small.
SUV
$27,810
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
39 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Affordable and compact, the 2022 Lexus UX shines as a high-quality crossover SUV that gets excellent fuel economy — especially the hybrid.
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Pickup
$28,619
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Nissan Titan full-size pickup has power, safety tech, and a great warranty, but its talents can’t always match the class best.
Pickup
$31,450
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Jeep Gladiator is an off-road specialist in midsize pickup truck form. It’s also the only pickup with a detachable roof and doors.
Pickup
$31,556
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Nissan Titan XD pickup occupies a niche between half-ton and three-quarter-ton trucks. There’s nothing else exactly like it.
Pickup
$31,612
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.8
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Nissan Titan full-size pickup has power, safety tech, and a great warranty, but its talents can’t always match the class best.
SUV
$32,216
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.7
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Inspired by the wave of compact luxury 4-door SUVs being turned into fastback coupe-like designs, Infiniti introduces the all-new 2022 QX55.
SUV
$37,872
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
5.0
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Land Rover Defender SUV is made specifically for off-road adventures. Yet it’s also civilized and fitted with modern gadgets.
SUV
$40,151
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.7
Consumer
21 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Lincoln Aviator is a luxury midsize SUV/crossover with three seating rows. It’s roomy, quiet, supremely comfortable, and tech-rich.
SUV
$40,969
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
15 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The capable and high-tech 2022 Nissan Armada is a value choice in this class, but its top rivals from Chevrolet and Ford are more modern.
SUV
$43,056
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Land Rover Defender SUV is made specifically for off-road adventures. Yet it’s also civilized and fitted with modern gadgets.
Coupe
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$43,081
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.9
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The stylish and tech-rich 2022 Audi TT premium compact sports car is still on sale for discerning drivers.
Sedan
$50,340
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
Consumer (N/A)
238 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Audi e-tron is an electric sedan with lightning-quick reflexes and a price that’s equally shocking for EV shoppers on a budget.
SUV
Save
$54,177
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The full-size, 3-row BMW X7 is the biggest and fanciest SUV in the prestigious brand’s lineup. It’s stylish, luxurious, and fun to drive.
SUV
$15,943
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new Kia Seltos looks to set a new standard among subcompact SUVs with its practicality, performance, tech and adventurous attitude.
Sedan
$24,573
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz A-Class subcompact sedan is the company’s least expensive new car. But it still has class, luxury and great tech.
SUV
$24,717
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Toyota RAV4 compact SUV increases its appeal with a new Prime plug-in hybrid.
SUV
$25,116
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
19 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The updated 2021 Audi Q5 luxury compact SUV has a fine blend of features, fun and practicality. It also offers sleek new Sportback models.
SUV
$27,113
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
5.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Less hatchback and more subcompact SUV, the all-new 2021 GLA benefits from a roomier interior, better infotainment, and abundant tech.
SUV
$27,922
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
40 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
If a compact SUV, which blends performance, economy, and attitude, is on your radar, then check out the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
SUV
$29,030
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Ford Expedition full-size SUV and its fuller-sized Max sibling are modern takes on the traditional truck-based formula.
SUV
$29,951
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.1
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Kia Telluride debuted last year and quickly became king of the hill among 3-row midsize SUVs. It packs ample features, tech and value.
Sedan
$30,077
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.1
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Lexus ES 250 AWD, ES 350 and hybrid ES 300h are comfortable, spacious luxury midsize sedans with degrees of driver engagement.
SUV
$31,858
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
42 Miles
Estimated EV Range
Quiet and powerful, the new 2021 Toyota RAV4 Prime PHEV compact SUV offers standard all-wheel drive and 42 miles of pure-electric range.
SUV
$34,860
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Genesis GV80 is the first SUV from the luxury division of Hyundai. It is feature-rich and less costly than rivals like the BMW X5.
Sedan
$60,714
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.8
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The new S-Class is a shining example of Mercedes might, a luxurious flagship packed with cutting-edge safety and convenience technology.
SUV
$21,495
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid is a new and fuel-efficient variant in a range of excellent SUV/crossovers.
SUV
$21,721
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Mazda CX-30 takes the notion of a subcompact SUV then adds space, luxury, power, style, driving talent and technology.
SUV
$24,120
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Honda CR-V is one of the best compact SUVs you can buy. It is practical, roomy, and reliable.
SUV
$24,751
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Kia has done a great job updating the Sorento. It’s better-looking and more efficient, plus it’s loaded with driver assists and safety tech.
SUV
$26,077
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe is a 2-row, 5-passenger SUV that offers quality at a value price, intuitive tech, and a strong emphasis on safety.
SUV
$27,051
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
38 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Honda’s 2-row SUV has long been a consumer favorite in its class, and the 2021 CR-V Hybrid takes its appeal factor to a new level.
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