Best Cars Under $30,000
Paying a fair price for the car you want is important, and these cars should fill the bill. For more results, see Luxury Cars Under $30,000 and Best SUVs Under $30,000.
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SUV
$23,400
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid is a fuel-sipping 3-row midsize SUV/crossover. It has seating for six and achieves an average of 37 mpg.
SUV
$23,500
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Honda CR-V is a class leader in one of the most competitive segments in the car world. This compact SUV is roomy, safe, and efficient.
SUV
$25,600
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
34 MPG | 79 MPGe
Combined
The new-for-2022 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid is a well-equipped midsize 3-row crossover that seats six and achieves the equivalent of 79 mpg.
SUV
$26,300
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
5.0
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Audi Q5 Sportback and the higher-performance 2022 SQ5 Sportback models are compact luxury SUVs with sloping roofs.
Pickup
$27,200
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Ford F-150 is a class leader in full-size pickups with an outstanding range of engines and unique available features.
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Sedan
$16,300
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The spacious and safe 2022 Hyundai Elantra has shaken up the compact sedan class with bold styling, generous equipment, and affordability.
SUV
$19,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With bold styling, cutting-edge tech, and a roomy interior, the 2022 Hyundai Tucson is a serious rival for the CR-V, RAV4, and Rogue.
Hatchback
$19,250
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.6
Consumer
259 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Chevy Bolt EV has fresh new looks to go along with other improvements, but the respectable range of 259 miles hasn’t increased.
Hatchback
$20,500
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.6
Consumer
247 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is a better new Bolt with a larger back seat. But it isn’t really a utility vehicle.
SUV
$21,000
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The between-the-genres 2022 Subaru Outback is kind of a midsize crossover, kind of a station wagon with SUV camouflage. Yet always popular.
SUV
$21,000
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.6
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Ford Bronco Sport has the personality of the Bronco, but in the form of a subcompact SUV with AWD that’s practical for daily driving.
Sedan
$21,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A good sign of the 2022 Toyota Camry midsize sedan’s enduring strength is that it’s still around. Engaging, yet with the same core values.
SUV
$22,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
38 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Powerful, efficient, and priced only slightly higher than a comparable standard Tucson, the new Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is the model we’d get.
Hatchback
$22,300
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.8
Consumer
25 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Toyota Prius Prime is the outstandingly economical version of the well-known Prius hybrid, achieving the equivalent of 133 mpg.
Sedan
$22,300
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
5.0
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Audi A3 premium compact sedan is all-new for this model year, bringing typical Audi style, tech, and refinement in a small package.
SUV
$22,800
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Hyundai Palisade is one of the most competitive midsize 3-row crossovers with a roomy, upscale interior and excellent safety features.
SUV
$23,000
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.8
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The roomy 2022 Audi Q3 subcompact SUV/crossover is a quality machine that’s tech-rich, user-friendly, and arguably stylish.
Sedan
$23,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
52 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid is a fine midsize sedan with low emissions and low fuel bills. It can achieve an average of 52 mpg.
Van/Minivan
$23,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.6
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Honda Odyssey is a top minivan choice. With seating for up to eight, it’s a superb package: practical, user-friendly, and classy.
SUV
$23,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
33 Miles
Estimated EV Range
With 33 miles of electric range, lots of power, and all the inherent goodness of the new Tucson, the PHEV is poised to make a big splash.
Pickup
$24,500
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Toyota Tacoma midsize pickup truck has a reputation for being tough and reliable, and for class-leading resale values.
SUV
$24,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
312 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The high-tech Ford Mustang Mach-E is a compelling electric SUV that lives up to its name with exciting performance and a striking design.
Sedan
$26,400
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Audi A5 comes as a premium compact coupe, convertible, or sleek hatchback. All three epitomize that special Audi style and quality.
SUV
$26,400
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is a leader in the compact luxury SUV segment for its blend of style, performance, and premium features.
Pickup
$27,000
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Ford Super Duty pickup range covers a lot of heavy-duty ground. Trim levels go from bare-bones to luxury grade.
SUV
$28,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.3
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Audi Q7 is a luxury midsize crossover SUV with a particular flavor of tech and style, plus seating for seven.
SUV
$18,350
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.9
Consumer
310 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The all-new, all-electric 2022 Kia EV6 is a fast-driving, fast-charging Tesla rival with big power and a 310-mile range.
Sedan
$18,950
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.1
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Kia K5 midsize sedan builds on all the good points that made the previous Optima a great choice. But with a bigger visual splash.
SUV
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$19,400
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.1
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Honda HR-V has one of the roomiest and most flexible interiors in its class, making it a practical choice in subcompact SUVs.
SUV
Save
$20,700
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Mazda CX-5 carries out the usual compact crossover duties as well as almost any rival, with the extra dimension of driving fun.
Convertible
$21,800
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.6
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Ford Mustang is one of the great American coupes, or convertibles. It’s a great-driving machine that’s so darn good-looking.
SUV
$22,000
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.6
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Volvo XC40 is a well-rounded subcompact luxury SUV that is safe, high-tech, and roomy. It’s also pretty reasonably priced.
SUV
$22,000
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.6
Consumer
223 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Volvo XC40 Recharge is a stylish, safe, and luxurious electric SUV, but it is on the pricier end. There are better values in this class.
Van/Minivan
$22,100
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.1
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Chrysler Pacifica minivan is really an extension of the family home with space, comfort, safety, tech, and a vacuum cleaner.
Pickup
$22,400
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.3
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its variety of offerings, the 2022 Ram 1500 is an all-purpose pickup that blends great comfort and utility with an ability to work.