2018 Subaru Impreza 2.0i

It's not quick, but the Impreza feels composed and predictable, with a ride that stays smooth on the highway and a cabin that stays quiet. The hatchback version is especially handy, with a wide opening and enough room for sports gear or a couple of dogs with the seats down. The 2.0i is the base model, so you get the same all-wheel drive and boxer engine as the Premium and Sport trims without the upgraded infotainment or alloy wheels. Its 2.0L I4 makes 152 horsepower, and the automatic transmission sends power to all four wheels smoothly, which keeps the Impreza easy to drive in rain or light snow.