I just bought a 2022 FORD
I just bought a 2022 FORD MAVERICK awd with the fx4 package on it for the same reasons people gave here: Finally, and affordable truck with good gas mileage (my awd fx4 gets 30 consistently....the fwd hybrid is rated at 42mpg) for less than 30k all included.
I almost bought a Wilderness Outback, until I saw the $40,800 price tag. We currently own a 2020 Crosstrek and love it! But......BUT....it needs a turbo. FOR CHRISTS SAKE, EVERYONE WANTS THE TURBO OPTION. I don't think most companies actually listen to consumers.