2019 Subaru Impreza 2.0i

Inside, the cabin is roomy for the class, and the hatchback's cargo area swallows sports gear or a large dog with the seats folded. The 2.0i is the base Impreza, sitting below the Premium, Sport, and Limited trims, and it keeps the price low while still giving you all-wheel drive and a five-speed manual. The 2.0L I4 makes 152 horsepower and 145 lb-ft of torque, and the five-speed manual lets you row your own gears, which is rare in this class and makes the most of the modest power. You get 26 mpg combined from the manual, and the hatchback body style offers 55.3 cubic feet of cargo space with the seats down, which is more versatile than the sedan's trunk.