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.
Pickup
$27,491
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.1
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Sierra HD pickup range covers all the ground from super-useful work truck to highly capable off-roader to luxury conveyance.
Pickup
$29,223
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Sierra HD pickup range covers all the ground from super-useful work truck to highly capable off-roader to luxury conveyance.
Pickup
$29,881
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Sierra HD pickup range covers all the ground from super-useful work truck to highly capable off-roader to luxury conveyance.
SUV
$16,263
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All-new for 2018, the revamped Audi Q5 and SQ5 compact-luxury SUV blends performance, technology and refinement like few others.
SUV
$16,624
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Honda CR-V delivers value, safety, reliability and excellent resale plus the latest safety-assist features.
Sedan
$17,002
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.3
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Honda Accord gets a new look, new engine options and new ways to lure in prospective SUV buyers having second thoughts.
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Sedan
$17,503
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Whether as a coupe, convertible or 5-door liftback, the 2018 Audi A5 has an excellent blend of driving dynamics, technology and safety aids.
SUV
$18,716
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
An all-new, aluminum body, V6 EcoBoost power, and plentiful features make the 2018 Ford Expedition the king of the full-size SUV hill.
Sedan
$19,911
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.3
Consumer
47 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Honda Accord gets a new look, new engine options and new ways to lure in prospective SUV buyers having second thoughts.
SUV
$19,918
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
An all-new, aluminum body, V6 EcoBoost power, and plentiful features make the 2018 Ford Expedition the king of the full-size SUV hill.
SUV
$23,143
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.8
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All-new for 2018, the revamped Audi Q5 and SQ5 compact-luxury SUV blends performance, technology and refinement like few others.
Coupe
$27,537
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.7
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All-new for 2018, the Audi S5 coupe and convertible take the brains and beauty of the A5 and inject a strong dose of performance.
Hatchback
$12,231
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.6
Consumer
238 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2018 Chevrolet Bolt is the world’s first viable mass-produced electric car, offering a fun and affordable green car for the masses.
SUV
$12,849
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 BMW X2 is a sporty take on the new X1, with a rakish roofline, cool styling, and fun driving dynamics.
SUV
$13,196
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Mazda CX-5 looks and handles like a luxury import, but its features and price sit directly in the compact-crossover-SUV sweet spot.
Hatchback
$13,473
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.7
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
As a sedan, coupe or hatchback, the popular 2018 Honda Civic is a roomy and fuel-efficient compact with as much as 306 horsepower.
SUV
$13,513
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.8
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Revamped for 2018, the Subaru Crosstrek is a rugged, all-wheel-drive hatchback SUV packed with value and an adventurous spirit.
Sedan
$15,107
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Toyota Camry is reborn with vivacious styling, newfound athletic nature, and a suite of advanced safety features and driving aids.
SUV
$15,284
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Luxurious and family-friendly, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC is a turbocharged midsize 5-passenger SUV available in two attractive body styles.
SUV
$15,480
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Audi Q7 SUV packs technology, prestige and dynamic driving manners, though not as much room as other 3-row luxury-crossover SUVs.
Sedan
$15,595
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Audi A4 continues to grow in power and prestige while still offering one of the most sophisticated interiors in its class.
SUV
$16,115
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.5
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Reliability, safety and comfort go hand-in-hand with value, versatility and style in the 8-passenger 2018 Honda Pilot SUV.
Van/Minivan
$16,777
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.5
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Easy to drive, nicely appointed and boasting a long list of clever new features and tech, the all-new Odyssey is the best family car ever.
SUV
$16,964
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Popular with active families, the new 2018 Acura MDX is a fun-to-drive luxury SUV with seating for seven and the highest safety ratings.
SUV
$16,985
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Popular with active families, the new 2018 Acura MDX is a fun-to-drive luxury SUV with seating for seven and the highest safety ratings.
Convertible
$17,689
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.7
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Offered as a roadster or a coupe with a retractable roof panel, the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a 2-seat sports car that’s pure joy to drive.
Sedan
$19,121
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.5
Consumer
48 Miles
Estimated EV Range
With the Plug-in Hybrid joining the hydrogen fuel-cell and pure EV variants, the 2018 Honda Clarity has a mainstream eco winner.
Convertible
$19,218
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.7
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Offered as a roadster or a coupe with a retractable roof panel, the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata is a 2-seat sports car that’s pure joy to drive.
Sedan
$19,570
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Available as a sedan, wagon, coupe or convertible, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class blends innovation and prestige like few others can.
Sedan
$19,720
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
9 Miles
Estimated EV Range
Whether as a sedan, coupe or convertible, the 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class punches above its weight in style, sophistication and elegance.
Hatchback
$20,432
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.8
Consumer
54 MPG | 133 MPGe
Combined
A plug-in hybrid version of the very popular Prius hybrid, the new 2018 Toyota Prius Prime can be driven over 25 miles on electricity alone.
Sedan
$20,641
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
52 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Toyota Camry is reborn with vivacious styling, newfound athletic nature, and a suite of advanced safety features and driving aids.
SUV
$21,599
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe puts an emphasis on form rather than function, with a sleek roofline giving it a sporty appearance.
SUV
$22,577
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Offering even more power, the Mercedes-AMG GLC43 and GLC63 Coupes up the ante on the sportiest versions of the Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV.
Sedan
$23,635
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
5.0
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Audi S4 sedan looks almost identical to its A4 sibling, but packs significantly more performance while retaining plenty of brains.
Hatchback
$27,322
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.8
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Honda Civic Type R is the most powerful Civic ever, and the turbocharged, wildly styled answer to many enthusiasts’ prayers.