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.
Top Rated Expert Ratings
$0 - $30,000
Hatchback
$14,932
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
$16,763
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.
SUV
$18,774
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.6
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Volvo XC40 combines standout styling with class-leading safety and innovation at a price that has the competition losing sleep.
SUV
$19,766
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.1
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Hyundai Palisade is a boldly styled SUV with pleasing road manners, robust amenities, competitive pricing, and up to eight seats.
Sedan
$20,253
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi A4 and S4 blend impressive performance with technology and luxury to create a 4-door cruiser like no other.
SUV
$20,793
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.5
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A popular choice in a midsize, 3-row-crossover SUV, the 2020 Honda Pilot is safe, dependable, roomy, efficient and a good value.
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Sedan
$21,090
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz A-Class subcompact sedan is the company’s least expensive new car. But it still has class, luxury and great tech.
Sedan
$21,965
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
48 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda Accord Hybrid makes our highest-rated sedan even better with up to 48 mpg. It also costs less than a Toyota Camry Hybrid.
Hatchback
$23,594
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.8
Consumer
25 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Toyota Prius Prime is the plug-in version of the popular hybrid. It tempts with efficiency, comfort and carpool-lane eligibility.
SUV
$25,120
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi Q7 is refreshed, reequipped and augmented by a hot SQ7 model. Few luxury-midsize, 7-seater-crossover SUVs are this attractive.
SUV
$25,801
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.1
Consumer
316 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Tesla Model Y is a premium all-electric crossover-SUV that shares its fundamental structure with the Model 3 sedan.
Sedan
$27,945
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All-new for 2020, the Mercedes-AMG A 35 adds gratifying performance and features to the already impressive A-Class subcompact luxury sedan.
Sedan
$28,010
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class blends luxury, sophistication and performance in a quartet of body styles all sure to please.
SUV
$28,210
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Ford Expedition 8-seater full-size SUV and its fuller-sized Max sibling are modern takes on the traditional truck-based formula.
SUV
$29,000
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi Q5 compact-luxury-crossover SUV impresses with its standard feature set, luxurious interior and high-tech Virtual Cockpit.
Wagon
$12,227
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
For buyers seeking sensible transportation infused with a healthy dollop of fun, the 2020 Kia Soul hits the mark.
Sedan
$13,519
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With new style, impressive safety and tech features and solid driving dynamics Nissan’s 2020 Sentra is one competitive compact sedan.
Sedan
$15,589
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.2
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2020 Hyundai Sonata packs a host of tech and safety features to keep in step with (or ahead of) rivals like the Honda Accord.
Hatchback
$16,249
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
36 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda Fit offers compact-car interior space and comfort in an economical subcompact big on safety and value.
SUV
$16,701
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda HR-V is spacious, versatile, reliable, affordable and fuel-efficient. It’s a highlight of the subcompact-crossover-SUV class.
SUV
$16,813
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Subaru Forester is quite simply a superb compact-crossover SUV with a long and well-rounded list of attributes.
SUV
$17,084
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe is an upscale compact-crossover SUV offering excellent value backed by a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
SUV
$17,136
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.7
Consumer
17 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek offers real off-road ability in a pleasing compact-crossover SUV good on gas, safety features and resale.
SUV
$17,271
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.6
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 BMW X2 is a sportier, more stylistic take on the X1 crossover SUV. It is distinctive, costs more and is less practical than rivals.
Sedan
$17,538
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.7
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda Civic is as reliable as it is affordable, offering numerous trims and body styles, all wrapped in an eclectic skin.
SUV
$17,580
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Mazda CX-5 is the compact-crossover SUV that looks, feels and behaves like a luxury model at a mainstream price.
SUV
$17,917
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Redesigned but not reimagined, the 2020 Subaru Outback uses the same raised AWD wagon recipe that has defined its success for 25 years.
Sedan
$19,070
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Toyota Camry is as reliable as it is stylish. Now available with all-wheel drive, the Camry continues to be a perianal best seller.
Sedan
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$19,695
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi A3 delivers entry-level pricing in a sporty, nicely equipped package loaded with Audi’s best technology and luxury equipment.
Coupe
$20,136
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.6
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Ford Mustang continues an American automotive tradition yet also reaches a new pinnacle with a 760-horsepower Shelby GT500 model.
Sedan
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$20,247
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 Miles
Estimated EV Range
With its style, comfort and abundant safety technology, the 2020 Volvo S60 is a midsize European sedan well worth considering.
Convertible
$20,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.7
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
When it comes to affordable open-air cruising, the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata delivers miles of smiles with exceptional style.
Sedan
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$21,618
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.9
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Genesis G70 luxury sedan has stellar driving manners, features and warranty, all at price below rivals like the BMW 3 Series.
Van/Minivan
$21,803
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.5
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The competition’s getting better, but the refined 2020 Honda Odyssey remains the king of minivans, aided by cutting-edge safety features.
SUV
$22,839
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Acura MDX provides a healthy dose of luxury, performance, value and safety in either standard or hybrid form.
SUV
$22,966
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class offers premium features and styling more commonly found on more expensive SUVs.
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