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
Pickup
$19,080
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.6
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A proven player, the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic is an extremely capable and comfortable full-size pickup that’s ready to work, tow or play.
Sedan
$20,517
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.7
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Genesis G80 has all the equipment a premium-midsize sedan should, plus plenty of space. All that’s lacking is the high price.
Pickup
$20,544
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.6
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A proven player, the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic is an extremely capable and comfortable full-size pickup that’s ready to work, tow or play.
Sedan
$20,779
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
29 Miles
Estimated EV Range
With a healthy dose of safety tech and good styling tweaks, Kia has kept its 2019 Optima competitive in the tough midsize-sedan market.
Van/Minivan
$21,030
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Toyota Sienna minivan is a big family’s best friend, with ample power, space and versatility. It also offers all-wheel drive.
SUV
$21,211
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Lexus NX premium-compact-crossover SUV doesn’t put a wheel wrong with build quality, equipment, reliability and resale values.
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Pickup
$21,895
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.6
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A proven player, the 2019 Ram 1500 Classic is an extremely capable and comfortable full-size pickup that’s ready to work, tow or play.
Pickup
$22,233
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.5
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Ford Super Duty pickup is built for heavy work, but it’s comfortable, highly configurable and loaded with high-tech features.
SUV
$22,981
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Comfortable, safe and eager to please, the 2019 Toyota Highlander is among the most recommendable 3-row crossover SUVs for families.
SUV
$26,487
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.5
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Comfortable, safe and eager to please, the 2019 Toyota Highlander is among the most recommendable 3-row crossover SUVs for families.
Sedan
$28,862
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.7
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Lexus GS sedan delivers luxury, quality and peace of mind with varying degrees of sportiness and performance.
Sedan
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$9,635
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.8
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Kia Rio, subcompact sedan or hatchback, continues to impress us with the refinement and safety technologies of cars costing much more.
Sedan
$9,673
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Chevrolet Sonic offers good fuel economy, a sporty attitude and cool features, but falls short in offering advanced driver assists.
Hatchback
$9,802
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.8
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Nissan Versa Note subcompact hatchback offers a lot of interior space and excellent fuel economy at reasonable prices.
Wagon
$10,460
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
High-end features, an available turbocharged engine and a distinct silhouette make the 2019 Kia Soul one cool ride.
Sedan
$11,101
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Receiving only minor updates over last year, the 2019 Hyundai Accent offers great styling, solid value, and an industry-leading warranty.
Van/Minivan
$11,139
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Kia’s 2019 Sedona minivan delivers big in the areas of safety, comfort, features and value, plus it looks great and drives even better.
Wagon
$13,322
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Subaru Impreza sedan and hatchback offer compact-car affordability and fuel economy, but with the added benefit of all-wheel drive.
SUV
$15,784
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With seating for seven and the best standard warranty in the business, the 2019 VW Tiguan SUV looks to shake up a very competitive field.
SUV
$16,170
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250 is an entry-level premium-crossover SUV. It’s small, but sports luxury features, design and prestige.
Sedan
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$17,229
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.6
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Visceral and dynamic yet practical, the all-wheel-drive 2019 Subaru WRX is a high-performance sports sedan with a starting price below $30K.
Coupe
$18,169
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.0
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Whether as a coupe or convertible, the 2019 Chevrolet Camaro offers sleek design, lots of muscle and some useful new technologies.
Wagon
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$18,448
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.9
Consumer
111 Miles
Estimated EV Range
High-end features, an available turbocharged engine and a distinct silhouette make the 2019 Kia Soul one cool ride.
Sedan
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$20,108
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Acura TLX offers a strong set of standard features at a price that undercuts compact-luxury sedan rivals like the BMW 3 Series.
SUV
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$21,206
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.7
Consumer
17 Miles
Estimated EV Range
Strong, sensual and safe, the 2019 Volvo XC60 is an alluring alternative to compact-luxury SUVs such as the BMW X3 and Mercedes-Benz GLC.
Pickup
$21,213
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.7
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Honda Ridgeline offers the ride and handling of a midsize SUV with the versatility of an open-bed pickup.
SUV
$25,230
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
19 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2019 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is legendary for its luxury and off-road ability, and now for its plug-in hybrid option.
SUV
$25,484
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Chevrolet Suburban continues a long tradition of faithfully hauling families and their stuff in style, safety and comfort.
SUV
$25,625
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Packing 375 horsepower and a $53,000 price, the 2019 Mercedes-AMG GLA45 is the powerful and pricey alter ego to the GLA250 compact SUV.
Wagon
$25,816
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.7
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Volvo V90 Cross Country is a spacious, luxurious, safe and arguably handsome wagon with SUV/crossover-SUV leanings. Intriguing.
SUV
$25,933
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Yukon 3-row SUV and extended-length XL variant offer big size, brawny V8 power, and rugged capability for active families.
SUV
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$26,868
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Yukon 3-row SUV and extended-length XL variant offer big size, brawny V8 power, and rugged capability for active families.
Sedan
$9,174
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.9
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Chevrolet Cruze is a competent small sedan or hatchback. Its X factor is an optional diesel engine good for up to 48 mpg.
Sedan
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$9,981
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.9
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Ford Fiesta offers a choice between a nicely equipped economy car or an economy-minded turbocharged sports car.
SUV
$14,082
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.9
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Now with more standard equipment, the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder remains competitive among 7-seat midsize-crossover SUVs.
SUV
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$14,105
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Mazda CX-3 subcompact-crossover SUV incorporates precision handling and luxury appointments in a stylish yet affordable package.
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