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.
SUV
$15,010
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Kia Sportage compact crossover is comfy, classy, well equipped, and keenly priced. Pity about the fuel economy and cargo space.
SUV
$15,595
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.6
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer affords excellent standard tech, sporty design and a compelling base price for a small-crossover SUV.
Sedan
$15,949
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Nissan has adjusted the lineup, but the Altima remains a stylish midsize sedan with comfortable seats, tidy handling, and optional AWD.
Pickup
$19,348
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In the competitive midsize-truck segment, the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado continues to shine as a comfortable, rugged, and versatile truck.
Sedan
$19,820
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
5.0
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The subtly restyled 2021 VW Arteon now has an interior with an Audi level of refinement, making this pretty German sedan even more enticing.
Sedan
$19,961
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.5
Consumer
52 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Honda Insight is a compact hybrid sedan known for its efficiency, its easy everyday nature, and its advanced standard safety suite.
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SUV
$20,991
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The roomy Volkswagen Atlas SUV has undergone a midcycle freshening that has broadened its appeal to families with added safety and style.
SUV
$21,339
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The aging 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee still cuts it as a plush midsize SUV, off-road champ or fast-lapping track rat.
Pickup
$22,308
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In the competitive midsize-truck segment, the 2021 Chevrolet Colorado continues to shine as a comfortable, rugged, and versatile truck.
Coupe
$23,998
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Chevrolet Camaro epitomizes bang for the buck and attitude for the dollar with this everyman’s sports car.
SUV
$25,044
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.2
Consumer
326 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2021 Tesla Model Y small premium all-electric crossover now comes with seating for up to seven.
SUV
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$26,720
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
18 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2021 Volvo XC90 has all the style, space, tech, safety and hardware to be a major contender among luxury midsize 3-row SUV/crossovers.
Coupe
$28,201
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
5.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2021 BMW 4 Series brings plenty of driver appeal to luxury compact coupes and convertibles.
SUV
$12,851
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.0
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Nissan Kicks subcompact SUV delivers style, comfort and economy, plus some amazing safety features.
Sedan
$15,361
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A new base engine and a turbocharged 227-horsepower 4-cylinder bring more street cred to Mazda’s famed Mazda3 compact sedan and hatchback.
Sedan
$18,383
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With standard all-wheel drive, ample tech and safety features and excellent value, the 2021 Subaru Legacy is highly recommendable sedan.
SUV
$18,587
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 VW Tiguan continues in its role as a compact SUV with seating for up to seven and a sporty ride, all at a competitive price.
SUV
$19,810
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.8
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a 2-row crossover SUV with a coupe-inspired roofline and generally sportier styling.
SUV
$22,375
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Lexus UX small-crossover SUV is the cheapest way to own a brand-new Lexus. The hybrid UX 250h brings part-time all-wheel drive.
SUV
$23,901
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
305 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E is an electric crossover SUV that offers a sporty drive and sleek design mixed with smart safety technology.
Pickup
$25,146
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Nissan Titan XD fits between half-ton and three-quarter-ton trucks. It has a crew cab, a 6.5-foot bed, and 4-wheel drive.
SUV
$28,229
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Nissan Armada is a powerful and capable full-size SUV with seating for up to eight, plus useful towing and off-road talents.
Pickup
$29,249
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Jeep Gladiator mixes distinct Jeep styling and off-road talent with the impressive capabilities of a midsize pickup.
Sedan
Save
$29,881
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Refreshed for 2021 with new tech and improved manners, the Lexus IS is an alluring rival to the luxury sport sedans like the BMW 3 Series.
SUV
$29,988
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.7
Consumer
21 Miles
Estimated EV Range
Plug-in hybrid or regular, the 2021 Lincoln Aviator lives at the built-for-comfort end of the luxury midsize 3-row SUV spectrum.
SUV
$19,090
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.8
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi Q3 offers the styling, sophistication and luxury of its larger siblings, but in a compact size with a very appealing price.
SUV
$20,353
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda CR-V is a roomy, affordable, and well-equipped compact SUV that also happens to be a repeat KBB Best Buy Award winner.
Sedan
$20,638
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.3
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda Accord is one of the easiest sedans to recommend, with exceptional rankings for value, resale and safety.
SUV
$21,124
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.1
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
An 8-passenger/3-row, family SUV, the 2020 Kia Telluride offers size, style, safety and sophistication at an appealing price.
Sedan
$22,719
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The sporty 2020 Audi A5 offers various levels of performance in your choice of coupe, convertible or sleek 5-door hatchback.
SUV
$22,721
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Toyota RAV4 is more than just your average compact SUV. It can be a luxury SUV, an off-road SUV, or a fuel-efficient hybrid SUV.
SUV
$25,067
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
40 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Toyota RAV4 is more than just your average compact SUV. It can be a luxury SUV, an off-road SUV, or a fuel-efficient hybrid SUV.
Sedan
$28,930
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.1
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Lexus ES lineup of midsize-luxury sedans keeps the quiet and comfortable approach while adding a little more driver engagement.
SUV
$28,988
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.3
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 BMW X5 is a pinnacle among luxury-midsize-crossover SUVs. From driving thrills to seating for seven, its talents are deep and wide.
Hatchback
$13,825
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.6
Consumer
259 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Chevrolet Bolt touts a 259-mile range, but is pricier and has fewer standard safety features than rivals like the Hyundai Kona EV.
SUV
$16,163
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The stylish, elegant Mazda CX-30 is a subcompact SUV that’s both fun and practical. It comes standard with advanced safety and cool tech.
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