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
SUV
$40,075
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
Consumer (N/A)
212 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2025 Mini Countryman subcompact premium SUV is rejuvenated this year, enhancing its style, space, tech, and character.
Pickup
$40,095
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With excellent off-road capability, the 2025 Jeep Gladiator makes a name for itself in the midsize truck segment, even in the base model.
SUV
$41,525
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.9
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
One of the roomiest 3-row SUVs, the midsize 2025 Volkswagen Atlas is a solid balance of utility and comfort.
Sedan
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$43,610
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2025 Lexus IS is something of an elder statesman among compact luxury sedans, yet still worthy of respect.
SUV
$44,350
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.1
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2025 Infiniti QX50 is a compact luxury SUV with standard all-wheel drive, a comfortable front row, a roomy cabin, and plenty of value.
Coupe
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$49,135
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.5
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2025 Lexus RC compact luxury coupe isn’t the most driver-focused compact luxury coupe, but it compensates in other ways.
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SUV
$51,500
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.7
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2025 Infiniti QX55 is a design-forward luxury SUV with plenty of second-row legroom and cargo space to go with its coupe-like style.
SUV
$52,690
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
5.0
Consumer
22 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe keeps this iconic off-road juggernaut rolling longer with plug-in hybrid range, excellent tech and stand out design. Pricing starts at $52,590.
SUV
$53,550
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2025 Infiniti QX60 is among the more affordable midsize, 3-row, premium SUVs, yet still has plenty of assets.
SUV
$58,525
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
5.0
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2025 Land Rover Defender lineup is a huge smorgasbord of body lengths, drivetrains, off-road hardware, and luxury touches. All wrapped up in a distinct style.
SUV
$62,425
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2025 Land Rover Defender lineup is a huge smorgasbord of body lengths, drivetrains, off-road hardware, and luxury touches. All wrapped up in a distinct style.
SUV
$71,325
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
Consumer (N/A)
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2025 Land Rover Defender lineup is a huge smorgasbord of body lengths, drivetrains, off-road hardware, and luxury touches. All wrapped up in a distinct style.
SUV
Save
$85,475
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2025 BMW X7 is a full-size SUV that’s big on tech, features, comfort, and driving enjoyment.
SUV
$161,675
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
Consumer (N/A)
31 Miles
Estimated EV Range
A high-performance, high-dollar, plug-in hybrid, the BMW XM SUV can travel up to 31 miles on electricity alone and scramble to 60 mph in about 4.0 seconds or less.
SUV
$25,865
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Kia Seltos is a class leader in subcompact SUVs for its spacious and high-tech interior, available turbo engine, and class-leading warranty. It gets a variety of upgrades this year.
SUV
$27,145
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.3
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The totally redesigned 2024 Hyundai Kona continues to provide affordable, comfortable, and practical transportation at an attractive price.
Hatchback
$30,445
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
54 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The stylish 2024 Toyota Prius retains its rightful place as an excellent hybrid, with an appeal beyond just fuel economy.
SUV
$32,395
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.9
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The well-rounded Honda CR-V is our highest-rated compact SUV and the segment’s reigning Best Buy Award winner. It remains the benchmark for the class.
Pickup
$36,195
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Toyota Tacoma midsize pickup truck enters an all-new generation, with variants going from basic to luxurious to intrepid. New drivetrains include a muscular hybrid.
SUV
$36,945
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.8
Consumer
37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Honda CR-V Hybrid compact SUV boosts fuel economy and power over its regular combustion counterpart, while retaining all the other great qualities.
Pickup
$38,395
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Toyota Tacoma midsize pickup truck enters an all-new generation, with variants going from basic to luxurious to intrepid. New drivetrains include a muscular hybrid.
SUV
$39,585
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.1
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Kia Telluride has been one of our highest-rated 3-row midsize SUVs since it burst onto the scene, and we’ve named it the segment’s Best Buy Award winner four years in a row.
SUV
$46,250
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.3
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Genesis GV70 solidifies its standing as a fine compact luxury SUV and a KBB favorite.
Pickup
$57,090
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
320 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Ford F-150 Lightning is our defending Best Buy Award champion in electric trucks for successfully electrifying the excellence of the F-150.
SUV
$58,800
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Genesis GV80 is the reigning champion of our Best Buy Award for a midsize luxury SUV for its outstanding engines, roomy, luxurious interior, and class-leading warranty.
SUV
$60,625
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Ford Expedition is one of our favorite full-size SUVs because of its refined driving manners, rich interior, and impressive capabilities.
SUV
$67,690
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Ford Expedition is one of our favorite full-size SUVs because of its refined driving manners, rich interior, and impressive capabilities.
SUV
$27,495
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.6
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Honda HR-V is among our top-rated subcompact SUVs. It’s roomy, refined, and boasts excellent resale value.
SUV
$37,165
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.2
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Hyundai Santa Fe is all-new for 2024. It boasts a boxy new design, roomier interior, and 3-row seating.
SUV
$37,765
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The dual-threat Kia Sorento is appealing as a smaller but more affordable alternative to the typical 3-row midsize SUV, or as a slightly nicer, roomier option to many compact SUVs.
SUV
$40,045
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.1
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Hyundai Palisade is a well-rounded family SUV with excellent resale value and a class-leading warranty, and it can get pretty luxurious in the upper trims.
SUV
$40,640
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Honda Pilot deserves its place in the top tier of 3-row midsize SUVs because it’s such a compelling and complete package.
SUV
$40,665
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Kia Sorento Hybrid combines 3-row seating and 37 mpg as one of the most fuel-efficient people movers available. We also like the stylish, high-tech interior and strong warranty coverage.
Van/Minivan
$41,080
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
35 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Our top-rated minivan, the 2024 Toyota Sienna, excels at moving families while touting terrific fuel efficiency. It’s also one of the only minivans to offer all-wheel drive.
SUV
$41,495
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 BMW X1 is one of the stars of the subcompact luxury SUV class — with performance, practicality, and even decent fuel economy.
Sedan
$43,190
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.1
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2024 Lexus ES is one of the more sensible midsize luxury sedan choices, because it’s so easy to live with in many ways.
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