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
$23,800
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Toyota RAV4 compact SUV increases its appeal with a new Prime plug-in hybrid.
SUV
$25,000
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Ford Expedition full-size SUV and its fuller-sized Max sibling are modern takes on the traditional truck-based formula.
SUV
$27,500
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
40 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
If a compact SUV, which blends performance, economy, and attitude, is on your radar, then check out the 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.
Sedan
$29,000
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Lexus ES 250 AWD, ES 350 and hybrid ES 300h are comfortable, spacious luxury midsize sedans with degrees of driver engagement.
SUV
$16,800
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe is a 2-row, 5-passenger SUV that offers quality at a value price, intuitive tech, and a strong emphasis on safety.
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Pickup
$17,850
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The highly capable all-new 2021 Ford F-150 comes with new innovations, a wide range of trims and engines, and a tow-friendly hybrid option.
SUV
$18,250
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Mazda CX-30 takes the notion of a subcompact SUV then adds space, luxury, power, style, driving talent and technology.
SUV
$18,250
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Kia has done a great job updating the Sorento. It’s better-looking and more efficient, plus it’s loaded with driver assists and safety tech.
SUV
$19,400
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid is a new and fuel-efficient variant in a range of excellent SUV/crossovers.
Sedan
$19,450
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
48 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2021 Honda Clarity can be a plug-in hybrid, or the ultimate green machine, a hydrogen fuel cell car whose only emission is water vapor.
Sedan
$20,200
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Honda Accord is one of the best sedans you can buy, deftly blending great manners, safety and comfort.
Sedan
$21,200
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
48 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Honda Accord Hybrid midsize sedan is spacious, pleasant, safe, and reliable, balancing superb fuel economy with useful muscle.
SUV
$21,500
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Kia Sorento Hybrid is a midsize crossover that seats six and saves fuel. It’s part of an all-new generation that debuts this year.
Pickup
$21,500
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The highly capable all-new 2021 Ford F-150 comes with new innovations, a wide range of trims and engines, and a tow-friendly hybrid option.
SUV
$21,800
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Honda CR-V is one of the best compact SUVs you can buy. It is practical, roomy, and reliable.
Van/Minivan
$22,000
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.6
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Honda Odyssey minivan continues its award-winning ways with more safety features, raised equipment levels and revised styling.
Sedan
$23,500
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz C-Class range of luxury compact sedans, coupes and convertibles stretches from posh runabout to powerful AMG models.
Pickup
$23,600
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The highly capable all-new 2021 Ford F-150 comes with new innovations, a wide range of trims and engines, and a tow-friendly hybrid option.
SUV
$23,900
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class brings an impressively high level of style, refinement, luxury and tech to the premium compact SUV world.
Pickup
$25,300
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Ford Super Duty pickup range offers massive torque, impressive towing and payload abilities, driver aids, and sumptuous cabins.
SUV
$25,900
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.8
Consumer
38 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Honda’s 2-row SUV has long been a consumer favorite in its class, and the 2021 CR-V Hybrid takes its appeal factor to a new level.
Sedan
$29,600
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 E-Class sedan, All-Terrain wagon, coupe, and cabriolet exude the technology, sophistication, and style you expect of Mercedes-Benz.
Hatchback
$16,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.6
Consumer
259 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The all-electric 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV can cover up to 259 miles. But it’s pricier and has fewer standard safety features than some rivals.
SUV
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$18,300
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its good looks, high-quality interior, abundant safety features, and entertaining driving manners, the Mazda CX-5 commands attention.
SUV
$19,500
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.6
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is a large subcompact SUV designed for off-road adventure. Its rivals are the Jeep Compass and Subaru Crosstrek.
SUV
$20,000
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With the Outback, Subaru has stuck with a formula that remains quite popular – that of the raised AWD station wagon that thinks it’s an SUV.
Sedan
$20,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Toyota Camry is one of the best midsize cars around — safe, reliable, practical, stylish, and you can get it with all-wheel drive.
SUV
$20,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.8
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Audi Q3 brings bold design, innovative technology, and excellent fit and finish to the Audi’s smallest luxury SUV.
Sedan
$21,600
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
52 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Toyota Camry Hybrid is a surprisingly entertaining family sedan, still comfortable and frugal, but also sporty in its XLE trim.
SUV
$21,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The spacious 2021 Hyundai Palisade midsize 3-row SUV is a strong contender with great road manners, generous features and keen pricing.
Pickup
$22,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The best-selling 2021 Toyota Tacoma boasts rugged design, top resale value, great safety features and a wide range of configurations.
Hatchback
$22,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.8
Consumer
25 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2021 Toyota Prius Prime is the plug-in version of the popular hybrid. It tempts with efficiency, comfort and high reliability.
Sedan
$25,000
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Available as a coupe, convertible, or sleek hatchback, the 2021 Audi A5 and S5 models have tremendous grace, style, and sophistication.
SUV
$25,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Audi Q7 has undergone subtle refinements that make this luxurious midsize crossover remain one of our favorite 7-seat SUVs.
Wagon
$13,500
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Kia Soul proves that inexpensive cars can be highly stylish and hugely enjoyable, as well as completely practical and sensible.