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
$14,050
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.3
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2020 Hyundai Sonata packs a host of tech and safety features to keep in step with (or ahead of) rivals like the Honda Accord.
Hatchback
$15,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
36 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda Fit offers compact-car interior space and comfort in an economical subcompact big on safety and value.
SUV
$15,400
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe is an upscale compact-crossover SUV offering excellent value backed by a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
Sedan
$16,250
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2020 Toyota Corolla sedan blends affordability, contemporary style and safety features with its newfound fun-to-drive nature.
Coupe
$16,550
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.7
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda Civic is as reliable as it is affordable, offering numerous trims and body styles, all wrapped in an eclectic skin.
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SUV
$17,550
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda HR-V is spacious, versatile, reliable, affordable and fuel-efficient. It’s a highlight of the subcompact-crossover-SUV class.
Convertible
$17,600
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.6
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Ford Mustang continues an American automotive tradition yet also reaches a new pinnacle with a 760-horsepower Shelby GT500 model.
Sedan
$17,800
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
52 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2020 Toyota Corolla sedan blends affordability, contemporary style and safety features with its newfound fun-to-drive nature.
Sedan
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$17,950
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi A3 delivers entry-level pricing in a sporty, nicely equipped package loaded with Audi’s best technology and luxury equipment.
SUV
$18,050
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Mazda CX-5 is the compact-crossover SUV that looks, feels and behaves like a luxury model at a mainstream price.
Sedan
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$18,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 Miles
Estimated EV Range
With its style, comfort and abundant safety technology, the 2020 Volvo S60 is a midsize European sedan well worth considering.
SUV
$18,300
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.8
Consumer
17 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek offers real off-road ability in a pleasing compact-crossover SUV good on gas, safety features and resale.
SUV
$18,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Subaru Forester is quite simply a superb compact-crossover SUV with a long and well-rounded list of attributes.
SUV
$18,800
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Redesigned but not reimagined, the 2020 Subaru Outback uses the same raised AWD wagon recipe that has defined its success for 25 years.
SUV
$18,850
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 BMW X2 is a sportier, more stylistic take on the X1 crossover SUV. It is distinctive, costs more and is less practical than rivals.
Van/Minivan
$19,550
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.6
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The competition’s getting better, but the refined 2020 Honda Odyssey remains the king of minivans, aided by cutting-edge safety features.
Sedan
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$19,650
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.8
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Genesis G70 luxury sedan has stellar driving manners, features and warranty, all at price below rivals like the BMW 3 Series.
Sedan
$19,950
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
New engines and models make the 2020 Audi A6 one of the most compelling and technologically advanced midsize-luxury sedans money can buy.
SUV
$20,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class offers premium features and styling more commonly found on more expensive SUVs.
SUV
$20,300
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
If you want a modern compact-crossover SUV with rugged upright styling, the all-new Mercedes GLB does it with the flair and refinement.
Sedan
$21,000
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
21 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 BMW 5 Series delivers scintillating performance in a midsize sedan that never forgets the luxury side of its mission.
Wagon
$21,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.3
Consumer
22 Miles
Estimated EV Range
Few cars combine practicality, refinement and elegant design like the 2020 Volvo V60 wagon. Cross Country models add ruggedness to the mix.
Sedan
$21,600
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.3
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Long the benchmark for compact-luxury sedans, the 2020 BMW 3 Series gets the power bump it deserves with the new, 6-cylinder M340i models.
SUV
$22,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Acura MDX provides a healthy dose of luxury, performance, value and safety in either standard or hybrid form.
Sedan
$22,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.6
Consumer
322 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The entry-level Tesla offers fun driving character, a pleasing exterior, spartan interior looks, lots of technology (some still to come), and petrol-free motoring.
SUV
$22,400
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
18 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Volvo XC90 has a winning blend of safety, style and technology, and its price undercuts 3-row luxury-SUV rivals like the Audi Q7.
Convertible
$22,400
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.7
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
When it comes to affordable open-air cruising, the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata delivers miles of smiles with exceptional style.
SUV
$23,000
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Acura RDX premium-compact-crossover SUV continues to offer great equipment, driving manners and build quality at keen prices.
Sedan
Save
$25,400
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi A3 delivers entry-level pricing in a sporty, nicely equipped package loaded with Audi’s best technology and luxury equipment.
SUV
$27,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Acura MDX provides a healthy dose of luxury, performance, value and safety in either standard or hybrid form.
Sedan
$12,650
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
Consumer
36 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
$12,800
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
Consumer
33 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
$13,000
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
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.
Hatchback
$13,900
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
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.
Van/Minivan
$14,400
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.1
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.