LeaderboardUpdated April 2026
Lowest AWD trim tax
Ranks models by how little extra a shopper spends above the entry trim to unlock AWD.
Qualified models
151
Rows that passed data readiness and ranking rules.
Top model
Subaru Impreza
AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim.
Ranking lens
Trim tax
Deterministic scoring from structured catalog data.
Ranked models
The ordering is generated from the current catalog and Trimwise Edge scores. Editorial summaries can layer on later without changing the underlying rank.
| Rank | Model | Segment | Trim tax | Why it ranks | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026 Subaru Impreza vs Car | Compact Hatchback | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Convenience 5-door$30,927 | strong · 100 |
| 2 | 2026 Kia Telluride vs Full-Size SUV | Full-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. EX$50,995 | strong · 100 |
| 3 | 2026 Toyota 4Runner vs SUV | Off-Road SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. SR5$55,520 | strong · 100 |
| 4 | 2026 Subaru Outback vs Car | Mid-Size Wagon | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Touring$43,732 | strong · 100 |
| 5 | 2026 Audi SQ5 vs SUV | Compact Luxury Performance SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. SQ5 Sportback quattro$67,900 | strong · 100 |
| 6 | 2026 Kia Sorento vs Mid-Size SUV | Mid-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. LX HEV$43,695 | strong · 100 |
| 7 | 2026 Lexus ES vs Mid-Size Luxury Sedan | Mid-Size Luxury Sedan | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. ES 250 AWD Signature$50,285 | strong · 100 |
| 8 | 2026 Toyota RAV4 vs Compact SUV | Compact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. LE$37,500 | strong · 100 |
| 9 | 2026 Audi Q5 vs Compact Luxury SUV | Compact Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Q5 Sportback 45 TFSI quattro$52,500 | strong · 100 |
| 10 | 2026 Honda CR-V vs Compact SUV | Compact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. LX$39,775 | strong · 100 |
| 11 | 2025 Ford Escape vs Compact SUV | Compact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Active®$33,499 | strong · 100 |
| 12 | 2026 Nissan Rogue vs Compact SUV | Compact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Rogue S AWD CVT$34,598 | strong · 100 |
| 13 | 2026 Lincoln Nautilus vs Mid-Size Luxury SUV | Mid-Size Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Nautilus AWD$58,250 | strong · 100 |
| 14 | 2026 BMW X3 vs Compact Luxury SUV | Compact Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. X3 30 xDrive$64,092 | strong · 100 |
| 15 | 2026 Hyundai Kona vs Subcompact SUV | Subcompact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Essential FWD$26,749 | strong · 100 |
| 16 | 2026 Hyundai Tucson vs Compact SUV | Compact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Preferred AWD$35,099 | strong · 100 |
| 17 | 2026 Subaru Crosstrek vs Subcompact SUV | Subcompact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Convenience$33,432 | strong · 100 |
| 18 | 2026 Toyota Tacoma vs Mid-Size Pickup | Mid-Size Pickup | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. 4X4 Double Cab 8A$48,895 | strong · 100 |
| 19 | 2026 Audi A6 vs Mid-Size Luxury Sedan | Mid-Size Luxury Sedan | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. A6 45 TFSI quattro$65,500 | strong · 100 |
| 20 | 2026 Ford Bronco vs SUV | Off-Road SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Base$51,765 | strong · 100 |
| 21 | 2026 Ford Explorer vs Mid-Size SUV | Mid-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Active$52,500 | strong · 100 |
| 22 | 2026 Ford Ranger vs Mid-Size Pickup | Mid-Size Pickup | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. XL$43,370 | strong · 100 |
| 23 | 2026 Nissan Pathfinder vs Mid-Size SUV | Mid-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Pathfinder S 4WD$47,198 | strong · 100 |
| 24 | 2026 Subaru Forester vs Compact SUV | Compact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Convenience$37,032 | strong · 100 |
| 25 | 2025 Cadillac XT5 vs Mid-Size Luxury SUV | Mid-Size Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. XT5$50,998 | strong · 100 |
| 26 | 2026 Nissan Murano vs Mid-Size SUV | Mid-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Murano SV AWD$46,848 | strong · 100 |
| 27 | 2026 Toyota GR Corolla vs Car | Compact Performance Hatchback | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. GR Corolla$50,295 | strong · 100 |
| 28 | 2026 Audi SQ7 vs SUV | Mid-Size Luxury Performance SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. SQ7 quattro$96,900 | strong · 100 |
| 29 | 2026 Honda HR-V vs Subcompact SUV | Subcompact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. LX 2WD$30,300 | strong · 100 |
| 30 | 2026 Mazda CX-90 vs Mid-Size SUV | Mid-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. CX-90 4WD$45,950 | strong · 100 |
| 31 | 2026 Ford Bronco Sport vs Compact SUV | Compact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Big Bend®$39,395 | strong · 100 |
| 32 | 2026 Toyota Grand Highlander vs Full-Size SUV | Full-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. XLE$52,135 | strong · 100 |
| 33 | 2025 Acura TLX vs Mid-Size Luxury Sedan | Mid-Size Luxury Sedan | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. TLX SH-AWD A-SPEC$47,300 | strong · 100 |
| 34 | 2026 Honda Pilot vs Mid-Size SUV | Mid-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. SPORT$55,550 | strong · 100 |
| 35 | 2026 Hyundai Palisade vs Full-Size SUV | Full-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Preferred Trend$53,699 | strong · 100 |
| 36 | 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz vs Truck | Compact Pickup | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Preferred AWD$41,999 | strong · 100 |
| 37 | 2026 Acura MDX vs Mid-Size Luxury SUV | Mid-Size Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. MDX SH-AWD$58,500 | strong · 100 |
| 38 | 2026 Acura RDX vs Compact Luxury SUV | Compact Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. RDX SH-AWD$48,500 | strong · 100 |
| 39 | 2026 Lexus LX vs Full-Size Luxury SUV | Full-Size Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. LX 600 Premium$124,300 | strong · 100 |
| 40 | 2026 Audi Q7 vs Mid-Size Luxury SUV | Mid-Size Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Q7 45 TFSI quattro$72,900 | strong · 100 |
| 41 | 2026 Audi S5 vs Car | Mid-Size Performance Sedan | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. S5 Sedan quattro$63,900 | strong · 100 |
| 42 | 2026 GMC Canyon vs Mid-Size Pickup | Mid-Size Pickup | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Canyon 4WD$42,998 | strong · 100 |
| 43 | 2026 Mazda CX-5 vs Compact SUV | Compact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. CX-5 4WD$33,850 | strong · 100 |
| 44 | 2026 Mazda CX-50 vs Compact SUV | Compact SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. CX-50 4WD$39,150 | strong · 100 |
| 45 | 2026 Mazda CX-70 vs Mid-Size SUV | Mid-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. CX-70 4WD$47,950 | strong · 100 |
| 46 | 2025 Jaguar F-PACE vs Mid-Size Luxury SUV | Mid-Size Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. F-Pace P250$68,500 | strong · 100 |
| 47 | 2026 Genesis GV80 vs Mid-Size Luxury SUV | Mid-Size Luxury SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. GV80$65,000 | strong · 100 |
| 48 | 2026 Honda Ridgeline vs Mid-Size Pickup | Mid-Size Pickup | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. SPORT$52,990 | strong · 100 |
| 49 | 2026 INEOS Grenadier vs SUV | Off-Road SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Grenadier Black Edition$83,900 | strong · 100 |
| 50 | 2026 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Mid-Size SUV | Mid-Size SUV | $0 | AWD costs $0 above this model's entry trim. Laredo$62,985 | strong · 100 |