2015 Subaru Impreza 2.0i Sport Premium

It's a smooth, sure-footed ride, especially in rain or snow, and the steering feels direct enough to make corners fun. Inside, you get a roomy cabin for a small car, with a big trunk and fold-flat rear seats that make it easy to haul gear. Owners report few issues, though some mention road noise at highway speeds and stock tires that wear out quicker than expected. The Sport Premium adds a sunroof and fog lights over the base 2.0i, but skips the Limited's leather seats and bigger wheels to keep the price down. Its 2.0L I4 makes 148 horsepower and pairs with the automatic transmission to send power to all four wheels, good for 31 mpg combined. The Sport trim gets a slightly firmer suspension and unique 17-inch wheels, which tighten up the handling without ruining the ride.