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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Hatchback
$17,300
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
29 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid compact hatchback achieves the equivalent of 119 mpg and runs 29 miles solely on electricity.
Pickup
$20,000
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.8
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A carryover of the 2021 Silverado, the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado Limited acts as a stopgap until the updated 2022 Silverado gets underway.
Hatchback
$20,500
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.4
Consumer
35 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Toyota Corolla Hatchback is a practical jack-of-all-trades, but it’s not quite best-in-class. Consider cross-shopping with its rivals.
Pickup
$20,900
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 GMC Sierra pickup truck gets a mid-cycle refresh that includes new technology and updated design inside and out.
SUV
$21,600
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.4
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Subaru Forester compact crossover is a multiple KBB award-winner in the face of strong competition. It represents great value.
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SUV
$22,100
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.0
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Subaru Ascent is a rugged choice in family crossovers with respectable off-road capability that doesn’t compromise on-road comfort.
SUV
$22,300
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 BMW X1 is a class leader in subcompact luxury SUVs for its engaging driving dynamics and surprisingly spacious interior.
Pickup
$23,100
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 GMC Sierra pickup truck gets a mid-cycle refresh that includes new technology and updated design inside and out.
Pickup
$23,500
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.8
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The updated 2022 Chevrolet Silverado highlights include revised styling, a new off-road-oriented ZR2 model, and a new interior.
SUV
$23,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.2
Consumer
26 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe is one of a kind. This plug-in hybrid SUV is comfortable on-road and capable off-road with little compromise.
Pickup
$24,100
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.8
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A carryover of the 2021 Silverado, the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado Limited acts as a stopgap until the updated 2022 Silverado gets underway.
Pickup
$24,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.6
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Capable and versatile, the 2022 Honda Ridgeline blends the utility of a midsize pickup with the comfort of a refined SUV.
Pickup
$24,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.8
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A carryover of the 2021 Silverado, the 2022 Chevrolet Silverado Limited acts as a stopgap until the updated 2022 Silverado gets underway.
Sedan
$25,200
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.8
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Kia Stinger heads toward the rarefied air of German sport/luxury sedans with driver appeal. Yet it’s much more affordable.
Sedan
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$25,700
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.8
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its new styling, improved infotainment, and better safety suite, the G70 proves that Genesis knows how to build a sports sedan.
Pickup
$26,200
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 GMC Sierra pickup truck gets a mid-cycle refresh that includes new technology and updated design inside and out.
Pickup
$26,700
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.8
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The updated 2022 Chevrolet Silverado highlights include revised styling, a new off-road-oriented ZR2 model, and a new interior.
Coupe
$27,000
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With help from Gazoo Racing, Toyota has majorly updated its lightweight rear-drive 86 sports coupe for 2022 and added GR to its name.
Pickup
$27,900
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 GMC Sierra pickup truck gets a mid-cycle refresh that includes new technology and updated design inside and out.
SUV
$28,200
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.6
Consumer
253 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Jaguar I-Pace all-electric small luxury SUV/crossover has a 234-mile range. The equipment/price ratio improves greatly this year.
Sedan
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$28,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Genesis G80 luxury midsize sedan has moved beyond its original high-value premise to become a serious contender.
Pickup
$28,900
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 GMC Sierra pickup truck gets a mid-cycle refresh that includes new technology and updated design inside and out.
Sedan
$13,300
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.1
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Nissan Versa subcompact sedan is one of the most affordable new cars, as well as one of the better choices in the class.
Sedan
$16,000
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.0
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Kia Forte got a facelift for 2022, making an appealing compact sedan even better. It’s stylish, high-tech, and an excellent value.
SUV
$17,850
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.9
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Equinox is Chevrolet’s best-selling SUV and it’s a value player in the 2-row/5-passenger compact crossover segment.
Wagon
$17,900
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.6
Consumer
49 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Kia Niro is a value-conscious choice for drivers looking for excellent fuel economy in a versatile crossover at an affordable price.
Pickup
$18,100
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With the new 2022 Santa Cruz, Hyundai has created a new niche — that of the compact crossover SUV with a handy little bed.
Wagon
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$18,400
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
239 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Kia Niro EV is an agreeable electric subcompact crossover, but its high MSRP makes it a questionable value proposition.
Wagon
$18,600
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.6
Consumer
26 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2022 Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid small hatchback/SUV is a fine runabout with ultra-low emissions and similarly trivial fuel bills.
SUV
$20,000
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.8
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek is a special subcompact crossover/SUV. It has all-wheel drive as standard and offers a plug-in hybrid variant.
SUV
$21,100
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its ample space and new safety features, the 2022 Chevrolet Traverse becomes an even more appealing 3-row family SUV.
Hatchback
$21,100
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.7
Consumer
107 MPGe
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Polestar 2 all-electric midsize car dances between crossover and hatchback, luxury and mainstream. Maximum range is 270 miles.
SUV
$21,500
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 BMW X2 is a genre-bending subcompact crossover with a sloping roof, making a bigger deal of styling and poise than practicality.
Sedan
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$22,300
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.3
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Acura ILX premium compact sedan is the cheapest new Acura and one of the most affordable luxury cars. Ownership costs are also low.
Pickup
$22,400
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 GMC Canyon is a capable, comfortable, and upscale choice in midsize pickup trucks, especially in the luxurious Denali trim.