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Best AWD Vehicles for 2026

235 vehicles earned NHTSA's 5-star safety rating for 2026. The 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer appears first because it has the lowest starting price in this 5-star group at $23,000. Within this 5-star group, results are ranked by base price, cheapest first.

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2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer

5-star NHTSA safety rating, lowest starting MSRP in this group

$23,000 starting MSRP, 27-31 MPG

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How this list is generated

Model year: 2026; Drivetrain: All-Wheel Drive or Four-Wheel Drive. Data is refreshed periodically from published sources.

505-Star Rated
23IIHS Awards
19Brands
$23k–$41kPrice Range

Sources: NHTSA.gov, IIHS.org, fueleconomy.gov, RepairPal.com, AAA.

Vehicles Matching These Criteria

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Common Questions

How many 2026 cars have 5-star safety ratings?

50 of 235 vehicles earned NHTSA's top 5-star overall safety rating for 2026. Prices start at $23,000.

Which 2026 cars have zero recalls?

24 of 50 vehicles shown on this page have no recalls on file with NHTSA. Recall counts can change at any time as manufacturers and NHTSA identify new issues.

Which brands have vehicles on this list?

19 brands are represented: Acura, Buick, Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Jeep, and 11 more. Rankings are based on EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, and RepairPal data, not editorial opinion.