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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Coupe
$17,900
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.8
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Infiniti Q60 wraps style and performance in a personal luxury coupe that promises features, power and an attractive price.
Wagon
$18,250
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Based on the A4 compact-luxury sedan, the 2019 Audi Allroad is a rugged yet elegant all-wheel-drive wagon with an independent spirit.
SUV
Save
$18,800
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
Consumer
17 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2019 Volvo XC90 3-row luxury SUV boasts alluring design and sophisticated features. It competes well with the Audi Q7 and Acura MDX.
Pickup
$19,100
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All-new for 2019, the Ford Ranger returns to the midsize truck segment packing a turbo engine, laudable towing ability, and the latest tech.
SUV
$20,700
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Even in its final year before an all-new version arrives, the 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV packs impressive features, versatility and power.
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Sedan
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$21,400
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Despite its advancing years, the 2019 Lexus IS premium-compact sedan still has the power to tempt, thanks to its quality and reliability.
Sedan
$21,900
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.1
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2019 Toyota Avalon sedan arrives with more style, more power and more features, while retaining its unparalleled value.
Sedan
$22,800
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.6
Consumer
43 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2019 Toyota Avalon sedan arrives with more style, more power and more features, while retaining its unparalleled value.
SUV
$24,600
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With an already celebrated luxury SUV as its base, the 2019 Mercedes-AMG GLE ratchets up performance and style, as well as price.
SUV
$27,300
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.1
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Distinctive, luxurious and reliable, the 2019 Lexus RX 350 and RX 450h hybrid are big sellers in the competitive midsize-luxury-SUV market.
Hatchback
$9,800
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.1
Consumer
226 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2019 Nissan Leaf EV, now with a new 226-mile-range model, makes it easy to make the switch from fossil fuels. At a good price, too.
Hatchback
$10,900
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.2
Consumer
124 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq comes in hybrid, plug-in hybrid or pure electric form, offering value and style combined in a compact hybrid car.
Coupe
$10,950
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.2
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster is a sporty hatchback coupe offering sporty looks and performance to entice younger buyers to the brand.
Sedan
$11,400
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.2
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Sonata is known for its comfort and value, but it’s the latter that has been most enhanced for 2019, at minimal (if any) added cost.
SUV
$11,450
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox compact SUV is comfortable and competent. Its X factor is an optional diesel engine rated up to 39 mpg.
Hatchback
$12,100
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.2
Consumer
124 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq comes in hybrid, plug-in hybrid or pure electric form, offering value and style combined in a compact hybrid car.
Sedan
$12,200
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With a healthy dose of safety tech and good styling tweaks, Kia has kept its 2019 Optima competitive in the tough midsize-sedan market.
Sedan
$12,250
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.5
Consumer
53 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2019 Chevrolet Volt offers all the advantages of an electric commuter car with the added benefit of a long-range gasoline-powered car.
SUV
$12,400
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2019 Chevrolet Traverse offers more power, more room, more technology, and high style in the tough 3-row SUV market.
Sedan
$12,500
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.2
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Revamped for 2019, the Volkswagen Jetta compact sedan gains technology and efficiency while retaining its spry European driving manners.
Sedan
$12,500
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
28 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Sonata is known for its comfort and value, but it’s the latter that has been most enhanced for 2019, at minimal (if any) added cost.
Wagon
$12,550
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.6
Consumer
50 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Kia Niro delivers the room and versatility of a small SUV with the impressive fuel economy only a hybrid can achieve.
Hatchback
$12,700
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.2
Consumer
58 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq comes in hybrid, plug-in hybrid or pure electric form, offering value and style combined in a compact hybrid car.
SUV
$12,750
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport offers loads of advanced features in a subcompact SUV that’s as easy on the eye as it is the wallet.
SUV
$12,950
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Kia Sportage is a stylish compact-crossover SUV offering high-end features, an optional turbo engine and a reasonable entry price.
Wagon
$12,950
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.5
Consumer
239 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2019 Kia Niro delivers the room and versatility of a small SUV with the impressive fuel economy only a hybrid can achieve.
SUV
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$13,050
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Terrain compact-crossover SUV has a broad range that encompasses competitive pricing, great fuel economy and luxury features.
Sedan
$13,100
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
42 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Sonata is known for its comfort and value, but it’s the latter that has been most enhanced for 2019, at minimal (if any) added cost.
Sedan
$13,200
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.0
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Nissan Altima has crisp styling, more standard tech and safety, two new engines, and available AWD, while offering plenty of value.
Wagon
$13,450
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.6
Consumer
26 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2019 Kia Niro delivers the room and versatility of a small SUV with the impressive fuel economy only a hybrid can achieve.
Sedan
$13,650
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
41 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With a healthy dose of safety tech and good styling tweaks, Kia has kept its 2019 Optima competitive in the tough midsize-sedan market.
Pickup
$14,300
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Ford F-150 is one the most complete full-size pickups on the market, offering numerous engines, configurations and trims.
Sedan
$14,450
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.
SUV
$14,550
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Chevrolet Blazer is a charming 2-row, midsize SUV with daring style, satisfying road manners and a robust standard-equipment list.
Sedan
$14,700
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.2
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Revamped for 2019, the Volkswagen Jetta compact sedan gains technology and efficiency while retaining its spry European driving manners.