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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Sedan
$25,500
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.
Pickup
$25,600
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
$26,100
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.
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.
SUV
$27,400
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.
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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.
Pickup
$28,100
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
Save
$29,600
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.
Sedan
$13,050
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
$15,650
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.0
Consumer
35 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
$17,600
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
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$18,300
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.
Pickup
$18,600
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
$18,750
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.
Wagon
$19,450
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
$20,500
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
$21,200
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.
Sedan
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$21,300
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
$21,300
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.
Hatchback
$21,600
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
$21,900
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
$23,000
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.7
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Chrysler 300 offers something most other large sedans can’t — a V8 engine. And all-wheel drive. But not both in the same car.
Sedan
$23,800
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.1
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Subaru WRX is a 271-horsepower compact sedan built for thrills. This new generation sees many improvements and refinements.
Pickup
$24,100
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.
Sedan
$24,600
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.6
Consumer
315 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The high-tech Tesla Model 3 is an outstanding EV for its long electric range, exciting performance, and minimalist take on luxury.
SUV
$25,300
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
2.7
Consumer
243 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The brand-new 2022 Mercedes-EQ EQB is an all-electric small luxury SUV. With seating for up to seven, it’s a family car with ingenious tech.
Sedan
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$25,400
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.3
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Whoever buys a 2022 Acura TLX will have a luxury compact sedan with a driver’s edge and a lot of standard equipment for a keen price.
SUV
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$26,100
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.7
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Available as a 2-door or 4-door model, the 2022 Ford Bronco is a serious off-road SUV, especially in new Raptor form.
Coupe
$28,600
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.8
Consumer
301 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The new 2022 BMW i4 is an all-electric premium compact sports sedan offering 536 horsepower and a maximum range of 301 miles.
Sedan
$16,100
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
3.9
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Taken on its own merits, the 2022 Nissan Sentra is a fine compact sedan. If only there wasn’t such stiff competition.
SUV
$16,450
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
3.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Totally redesigned for 2022, the Jeep Grand Cherokee midsize SUV offers capability and luxury unmatched by anything else in the segment.
SUV
$16,850
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
3.9
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Hyundai’s award-winning subcompact SUV has received its first major refresh, and we applaud the subtle albeit substantive changes.
Sedan
$17,450
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.1
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Nissan Altima has some strong points, but is still a middling midsize sedan, unable to top the class leaders in all areas.
SUV
$18,350
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
3.9
Consumer
258 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The revamped 2022 Hyundai Kona Electric subcompact crossover continues its award-winning ways. It keeps a 258-mile range, but that’s good.
Pickup
$19,900
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Drivers looking for a modern pickup that’s not too big should consider the Chevy Colorado. This stylish and capable truck is a class leader.