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
$14,550
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.0
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Nissan Kicks subcompact SUV delivers style, comfort and economy, plus some amazing safety features.
Sedan
$15,600
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A new base engine and a turbocharged 227-horsepower 4-cylinder bring more street cred to Mazda’s famed Mazda3 compact sedan and hatchback.
Sedan
$17,600
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With standard all-wheel drive, ample tech and safety features and excellent value, the 2021 Subaru Legacy is highly recommendable sedan.
SUV
$17,650
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.9
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport is a 2-row crossover SUV with a coupe-inspired roofline and generally sportier styling.
SUV
$22,600
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
305 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E is an electric crossover SUV that offers a sporty drive and sleek design mixed with smart safety technology.
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Pickup
$24,400
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Nissan Titan XD fits between half-ton and three-quarter-ton trucks. It has a crew cab, a 6.5-foot bed, and 4-wheel drive.
SUV
$24,700
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.8
Consumer
21 Miles
Estimated EV Range
Plug-in hybrid or regular, the 2021 Lincoln Aviator lives at the built-for-comfort end of the luxury midsize 3-row SUV spectrum.
SUV
$24,800
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.1
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Lexus UX small-crossover SUV is the cheapest way to own a brand-new Lexus. The hybrid UX 250h brings part-time all-wheel drive.
Pickup
$25,400
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2021 Jeep Gladiator mixes distinct Jeep styling and off-road talent with the impressive capabilities of a midsize pickup.
Sedan
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$29,800
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Refreshed for 2021 with new tech and improved manners, the Lexus IS is an alluring rival to the luxury sport sedans like the BMW 3 Series.
Sedan
$18,550
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.3
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda Accord is one of the easiest sedans to recommend, with exceptional rankings for value, resale and safety.
SUV
$19,100
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.8
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi Q3 offers the styling, sophistication and luxury of its larger siblings, but in a compact size with a very appealing price.
SUV
$19,200
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
An 8-passenger/3-row, family SUV, the 2020 Kia Telluride offers size, style, safety and sophistication at an appealing price.
SUV
$20,900
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda CR-V is a roomy, affordable, and well-equipped compact SUV that also happens to be a repeat KBB Best Buy Award winner.
Sedan
$21,500
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The sporty 2020 Audi A5 offers various levels of performance in your choice of coupe, convertible or sleek 5-door hatchback.
SUV
$22,100
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Toyota RAV4 is more than just your average compact SUV. It can be a luxury SUV, an off-road SUV, or a fuel-efficient hybrid SUV.
SUV
$25,700
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.3
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 BMW X5 is a pinnacle among luxury-midsize-crossover SUVs. From driving thrills to seating for seven, its talents are deep and wide.
SUV
$26,100
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
40 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Toyota RAV4 is more than just your average compact SUV. It can be a luxury SUV, an off-road SUV, or a fuel-efficient hybrid SUV.
SUV
$26,300
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE adds tech inside its luxe cabin and under the sheet metal for increased capability and performance.
Sedan
$27,000
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Lexus ES lineup of midsize-luxury sedans keeps the quiet and comfortable approach while adding a little more driver engagement.
Hatchback
$16,250
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
$17,000
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.
SUV
$17,000
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.
Sedan
$18,100
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
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
$18,700
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
20 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Audi Q5 compact-luxury-crossover SUV impresses with its standard feature set, luxurious interior and high-tech Virtual Cockpit.
SUV
$18,750
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.
SUV
$19,050
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.
Sedan
$19,400
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.
Sedan
$19,600
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
48 Miles
Estimated EV Range
In the world of green vehicles, the 2020 Honda Clarity offers two appealing options: a plug-in hybrid and a hydrogen fuel cell.
Hatchback
$20,100
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
$20,100
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
18 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.
Sedan
$20,100
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.
SUV
$20,500
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
$21,200
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
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.
Sedan
$21,600
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
If you’re looking for a compact-luxury car loaded with class and pedigree, the Mercedes-Benz C-Class is a great choice.