There are several good all-wheel drive cars under $20,000. This list of some of the best is based on behind-the-wheel experience with each.

Best SUVs and Crossovers for Snow Crossovers and SUVs are popular vehicle types for all-weather driving, with every vehicle in the category having an AWD or 4WD option available.

Best SUVs and Crossovers for Snow Crossovers and SUVs are popular vehicle types for all-weather driving, with every vehicle in the category having an AWD or 4WD option available.

Best SUVs and Crossovers for Snow Crossovers and SUVs are popular vehicle types for all-weather driving, with every vehicle in the category having an AWD or 4WD option available.

Best SUVs and Crossovers for Snow Crossovers and SUVs are popular vehicle types for all-weather driving, with every vehicle in the category having an AWD or 4WD option available.

Best SUVs and Crossovers for Snow Crossovers and SUVs are popular vehicle types for all-weather driving, with every vehicle in the category having an AWD or 4WD option available.

Best SUVs and Crossovers for Snow Crossovers and SUVs are popular vehicle types for all-weather driving, with every vehicle in the category having an AWD or 4WD option available.

Best SUVs and Crossovers for Snow Crossovers and SUVs are popular vehicle types for all-weather driving, with every vehicle in the category having an AWD or 4WD option available.

AWD is an excellent option for motorists living in the Snow Belt states. All-season tires may be all you need. AWD even improves handling on dry roads, but is not designed to be taken off-road.

In Pictures: 14 Best New Cars For Snow. Okay, but what if you don’t want to drive a truck or an SUV and/or prefer not to choose a model equipped with AWD for cost concerns or other reasons?