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If you are shopping in Bergen County and want more traction without taking on a huge payment, the sweet spot right now is not always a brand-new SUV. AW Auto in Lodi has a few practical choices around the $10,000 to $13,000 range, and they do not all fit the same buyer. The key is matching price, mileage, drivetrain, and daily use instead of chasing one perfect vehicle.

Here are four current options to compare: a 2020 Jeep Compass Latitude 4x4 at $10,497 with 109,590 miles, a 2016 BMW X3 xDrive28i AWD at $12,997 with 70,737 miles, a 2016 Mazda CX-5 AWD Sport at $11,997 with 113,318 miles, and a 2020 Ford Fusion Titanium AWD at $12,648 with 93,607 miles. Three are SUVs, and one is an AWD sedan for shoppers who want traction but do not necessarily want the size of an SUV.

Lowest price: 2020 Jeep Compass Latitude 4x4

The Compass is the budget 4x4 play here. At $10,497, it gives you a 2020 model year and 4WD without pushing into a higher payment range. The mileage is 109,590, so it is not a low-mile vehicle, but the price reflects that. For a Lodi, Passaic, or Hackensack shopper who wants a compact SUV for commuting, errands, and winter-weather confidence, this is the one to look at first if the budget is tight.

Lowest mileage: 2016 BMW X3 xDrive28i AWD

The BMW X3 stands out because of the mileage. At 70,737 miles and $12,997, it is the lowest-mile option in this group and brings BMW xDrive AWD in a practical SUV size. This is a good fit for someone who wants an AWD daily driver with a more premium feel, but still wants to stay under $13,000. As always with a used European SUV, shoppers should think about maintenance history and future upkeep, not just the badge.

Practical SUV balance: 2016 Mazda CX-5 AWD Sport

The Mazda CX-5 sits in the middle: $11,997, 113,318 miles, AWD, and a compact SUV shape that works well for Route 46 driving, grocery runs, and small-family use. It is not the cheapest vehicle here and it is not the lowest mileage, but it may be the easiest all-around choice for someone who simply wants a normal AWD SUV without going luxury or bare-bones.

AWD without an SUV: 2020 Ford Fusion Titanium AWD

The Ford Fusion is the reminder that traction does not have to mean SUV. This 2020 Fusion Titanium AWD is listed at $12,648 with 93,607 miles. For buyers who commute through Bergen County, park in tighter spaces, or prefer a sedan feel, it gives AWD in a 4-door car body. If you do not need SUV cargo height, the Fusion may be the smarter daily-driver choice.

How to choose

Choose the Jeep Compass if the main goal is a newer 4x4 SUV near $10.5k. Choose the BMW X3 if lower mileage and AWD SUV value matter most. Choose the Mazda CX-5 if you want a straightforward AWD SUV balance. Choose the Ford Fusion if you want AWD traction but would rather drive a sedan than another crossover.

All four are available through AW Auto & Truck Wholesalers at 23 US-46 West in Lodi, NJ. Inventory changes, so verify availability before making the trip, especially on lower-priced AWD and 4x4 vehicles.