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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Wagon
$11,050
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.7
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
High-end features, an available turbocharged engine and a distinct silhouette make the 2019 Kia Soul one cool ride.
Van/Minivan
$12,050
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.
SUV
$12,250
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
25 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
$13,150
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
As Nissan’s best-selling vehicle, the 2019 Nissan Rogue offers value, safety and style, plus a fuel-efficient hybrid option.
Wagon
$13,350
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.
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SUV
$15,750
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.
SUV
$15,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Offering the best of on-road performance and off-road ability, the 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee is the Swiss Army knife of 5-passenger SUVs.
Pickup
$16,400
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.0
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Sierra has bold, angular looks, impressive towing and hauling aids, lux Denali trim, and a handy, innovative 6-way tailgate.
Sedan
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$17,750
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.5
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.
Sedan
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$17,950
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
27 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.
Coupe
$18,000
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.
SUV
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$18,050
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.5
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.
SUV
$18,800
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.
Pickup
$19,050
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Toyota Tacoma remains the best-selling midsize pickup in America, but the Ford Ranger and Chevy Colorado are looking to challenge.
Pickup
$20,000
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.6
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.
Wagon
$20,600
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
$20,800
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.
Pickup
$21,100
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.0
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Sierra has bold, angular looks, impressive towing and hauling aids, lux Denali trim, and a handy, innovative 6-way tailgate.
Pickup
$21,700
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.0
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Sierra has bold, angular looks, impressive towing and hauling aids, lux Denali trim, and a handy, innovative 6-way tailgate.
SUV
$22,000
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
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.
Pickup
$22,300
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.0
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Sierra has bold, angular looks, impressive towing and hauling aids, lux Denali trim, and a handy, innovative 6-way tailgate.
SUV
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$22,300
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.
Coupe
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$25,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.9
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Audi TT and 2019 TTS come with combinations of performance, tech and design that other compact-sport-luxury cars can’t match.
SUV
$26,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 BMW X7 is a refined and sporty new 3-row luxury SUV, and you won’t have to apologize to anybody who must sit in the far back.
Pickup
$27,200
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Toyota Tacoma remains the best-selling midsize pickup in America, but the Ford Ranger and Chevy Colorado are looking to challenge.
SUV
$29,300
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.
Hatchback
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$7,900
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.8
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.
Sedan
$9,425
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.
SUV
$12,800
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.9
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Now with more standard equipment, the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder remains competitive among 7-seat midsize-crossover SUVs.
SUV
$13,150
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.9
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Hyundai Tucson compact-crossover SUV receives a substantial revision for this year, adding more safety features and a new look.
Pickup
$13,550
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 GMC Canyon combines many full-size pickup attributes in a more manageable size but with no less muscle.
SUV
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$14,700
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.
SUV
$15,800
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.4
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its spacious interior, standard all-wheel drive and excellent safety ratings, the 2019 Subaru Outback leaves very little to criticize.
Pickup
$15,900
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.9
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Chevrolet Silverado LD is a carryover from last year’s model, nicely equipped and priced right.
Sedan
$16,550
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2019 Cadillac CTS is the American alternative to luxury sedans like the BMW 5 Series. It is sporty but trails rivals in many aspects.