The 14 Best All-Wheel Drive Cars under $30k

9. 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer

The 2015 Lancer features slight changes over previous models. The release of this small sedan marks its ninth year of existence on the car market. The same trim levels as previous models remains: ES, SE, GT and Ralliart. The ES package includes 16-inch steel wheels, manual climate control, adjustable front seats and a defroster for the rear window. The Value package upgrade the ES trim level with Fuse voice-activated electronics interface, chrome interior trim and a USB port to replace the standard RCA jacks. The Deluxe package provides additional options including a sunroof, keyless ignition, a six speaker sound system and satellite radio.

Higher trim levels offer 18-inch alloy wheels, a more powerful engine, fog lights, heated front seats and a 6.1-inch touch-screen audio interface. The all-wheel drive Ralliart trim offers a turbocharged engine for superior responsiveness and speed. The engine is paired with automated manual transmission with shift paddles. For those who want the appearance of the GT or Ralliart trim model without the extra expense, you can purchase the ES trim appearance package for the addition of a front air dam, rear wing and chrome-finished exhaust outlet.