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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
Sedan
2020 Hyundai Elantra
#4 Best Compact Cars
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$11,410
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

35 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Hyundai Elantra is a reasonably priced compact car offering midsize passenger space, plenty of equipment and luxury car-like style.
Sedan
2020 Kia Forte
#4 Best Compact Cars
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$11,834
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

35 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The perfectly nice and well-priced 2020 Kia Forte compact-sedan range expands to include a new and sporty GT model.
SUV
2020 Hyundai Venue
$12,676
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

Small in size but big in personality, the affordable new Hyundai Venue is a subcompact-crossover SUV well equipped for the urban jungle.
SUV
2020 Hyundai Kona
$13,414
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
3.8
rating
Consumer

30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Hyundai Kona small SUV comes up big thanks to its style, safety and value. A choice of engines and an electric model add to its appeal.
Hatchback
2020 Hyundai Elantra GT
#5 Best Hatchbacks
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$14,025
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Hyundai Elantra is a reasonably priced compact car offering midsize passenger space, plenty of equipment and luxury car-like style.
SUV
2020 Hyundai Kona Electric
#1 Best Electric SUVs
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$16,173
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
3.8
rating
Consumer

258 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The 2020 Hyundai Kona small SUV comes up big thanks to its style, safety and value. A choice of engines and an electric model add to its appeal.
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Van/Minivan
2020 Chrysler Voyager
#2 Best Minivans
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$17,431
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Chrysler Voyager is a budget version of the Pacifica minivan. It has style and a low price but fewer frills and safety features.
Sedan
2020 Chevrolet Impala
#1 Best Full-Size Cars
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$17,531
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.6
rating
Consumer

22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Chevrolet Impala offers full-size luxury and comfort in a speedy sedan as handsome as it is functional.
SUV
2020 BMW X1
#4 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs
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$18,213
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 BMW X1 offers good interior room in a compact-luxury SUV, but it’s the X1’s performance that will win you over.
SUV
2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport
$19,075
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
3.8
rating
Consumer

22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport is a new 2-row midsize SUV with a sporty attitude, a huge interior, a lot of cool tech and advanced safety.
Van/Minivan
2020 Chrysler Pacifica
#2 Best Minivans
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$19,630
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica minivan is a sleek and solid family hauler. A class-exclusive plug-in hybrid version is especially appealing.
SUV
2020 Subaru Ascent
$19,797
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
3.9
rating
Consumer

23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

Safe and stylish, the turbocharged 3-row 2020 Subaru Ascent is the logical step up for families that have outgrown their Outback.
SUV
2020 Buick Enclave
$20,200
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

Nicer than mainstream, less expensive than luxury, the 2020 Buick Enclave midsize-crossover SUV brings three seating rows and lots of space.
Van/Minivan
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
$20,303
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

32 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica minivan is a sleek and solid family hauler. A class-exclusive plug-in hybrid version is especially appealing.
Pickup
2020 Ford Ranger SuperCab
#1 Best Mid-Size Trucks
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$20,552
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Ford Ranger is a midsize pickup with big towing, payload and horsepower numbers along with the latest in high-tech driver assists.
Sedan
2020 INFINITI Q50
$21,213
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.5
rating
Consumer

23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Infiniti Q50 offers impressive power and luxury, but its handling and ride still lag behind most compact European sports sedans.
Pickup
2020 Ram 1500 Quad Cab
#1 Best Full-Size Trucks
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$22,068
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Ram 1500 pickup is as beautiful as it is brawny, with numerous trims levels and features and now a new diesel engine option.
Coupe
2020 BMW 2 Series
$22,745
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.9
rating
Consumer

27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

Although small, the 2020 BMW 2 Series coupe and convertible pack quite a performance punch, making them a blast to drive.
SUV
2020 Honda Passport
$22,893
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Honda Passport offers 5-passenger seating in a powerful crossover SUV with off-road intentions and impeccable resale values.
Pickup
2020 Ford Ranger SuperCrew
$23,136
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Ford Ranger is a midsize pickup with big towing, payload and horsepower numbers along with the latest in high-tech driver assists.
Sedan
2020 Toyota Avalon
#1 Best Full-Size Cars
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$23,978
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Avalon is the flagship Toyota sedan. It is comfortable, roomy, filled with features and offers a V6 or hybrid powertrain.
SUV
2020 Toyota Highlander
$25,207
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

All new for 2020, the Toyota Highlander remains the go-to 3-row family SUV, with a new hybrid version offering up to 36 mpg in the city.
Pickup
2020 Ram 1500 Crew Cab
#1 Best Full-Size Trucks
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$26,968
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Ram 1500 pickup is as beautiful as it is brawny, with numerous trims levels and features and now a new diesel engine option.
Sedan
2020 Lexus IS
$27,327
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Lexus IS remains a competent and capable luxury sedan, even if it is not as fresh as rivals like the BMW 3 Series and Genesis G70.
Sedan
2020 Toyota Avalon Hybrid
#3 Best Hybrid Cars
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$28,650
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.6
rating
Consumer

43 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Avalon is the flagship Toyota sedan. It is comfortable, roomy, filled with features and offers a V6 or hybrid powertrain.
SUV
2020 Nissan Kicks
$10,880
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Nissan Kicks subcompact SUV delivers style, comfort and economy plus some amazing safety features all for under $19,000.
Hatchback
2020 Nissan LEAF
#2 Best Electric Cars
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$11,707
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

226 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The 2020 Nissan Leaf EV offers a nice mix of features, range and price, but it can’t travel as far as some competitors.
Sedan
2020 Volkswagen Jetta
$13,052
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Volkswagen Jetta is a European-flavored take on the compact sedan, blending refined manners with driving talent and smart tech.
Coupe
2020 Hyundai Veloster
#4 Best Coupes
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$13,177
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Hyundai Veloster hatchback offers a variety of trims, but all promise a fun ride, loads of cool features and a really great price.
SUV
2020 Kia Sportage
$13,812
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The Kia Sportage already was a stylish compact SUV, but the new 2020 version looks classier and has many more standard features.
Hatchback
2020 Hyundai Ioniq Electric
#2 Best Electric Cars
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$14,128
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

133 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq offers three powertrains, two hybrid and one electric. It also offers a low price and excellent range.
Sedan
2020 Nissan Altima
#5 Best Mid-Size Cars
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$14,251
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

Stylish, good to drive, thoughtfully equipped, and technologically advanced, the 2020 Nissan Altima makes a strong case for consideration.
SUV
2020 Nissan Rogue Sport
$14,269
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.3
rating
Consumer

27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport puts style and value ahead of power, but for most people the formula should work quite nicely.
SUV
2020 Chevrolet Equinox
$14,342
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
3.9
rating
Consumer

28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

With a choice of turbo engines, a modern interior and new standard safety features, the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox has never looked better.
Wagon
2020 Kia Niro
#1 Most Fuel Efficient Wagons
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$14,380
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.6
rating
Consumer

49 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2020 Kia Niro offers all the room and versatility of a small SUV with hybrid and electric technology for maximum fuel economy.
Sedan
2020 Kia Optima
#5 Best Mid-Size Cars
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$14,576
Starting Price

4.4
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The Kia Optima has wide appeal as a refined midsize sedan with attractive styling, a great safety suite and a fantastic powertrain warranty.
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