If you are really set on hatchbacks, a Subaru Impreza (29-30MPG combined) is a great AWD option. The Mazda3 Hatchback is available as an AWD but it gets under 30MPG combined. If you’re okay with a fastback and the lower headroom, the Prius is available with AWD (49-54MPG) and might offer a relatively long seats-down cargo area compared to other compact hatches.
Unfortunately, all the options are lifted crossover SUVs now…
If you’re able to stretch a little bit into SUV territory, there are a few AWD options in the subcompact segment as well, though many fall just short of 30MPG:
If you are really set on hatchbacks, a Subaru Impreza (29-30MPG combined) is a great AWD option. The Mazda3 Hatchback is available as an AWD but it gets under 30MPG combined. If you’re okay with a fastback and the lower headroom, the Prius is available with AWD (49-54MPG) and might offer a relatively long seats-down cargo area compared to other compact hatches.
Unfortunately, all the options are lifted crossover SUVs now…
If you’re able to stretch a little bit into SUV territory, there are a few AWD options in the subcompact segment as well, though many fall just short of 30MPG:
Corolla Cross AWD (31MPG comb)
Corolla Cross Hybrid (42MPG comb.)
Crosstrek (27-29MPG comb.)
Kona AWD (26-28MPG comb.)
HR-V AWD (27MPG)