The current generation of Impreza Wagon has been around awhile now, but still makes a compelling case with its affordability, standard all-wheel drive and usable cargo area. For '07 the Outback Sport model is gone, replaced by a new 2.5i Special Edition. At just $1,500 over the already well-equipped base model, the SE comes with features like a power sunroof, premium sounds system with an auxiliary input, heated seats, a leather-wrapped wheel and shifter and 16-inch alloy wheels. The turbocharged and rally-bred WRX Wagon lives on as well, benefiting from engine upgrades last year that made it a much more refined sports machine.

Standard AWD, sporty, great value

Getting older, tight rear seat, cargo area