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
$17,750
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
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
$18,100
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
$20,100
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.
Convertible
$25,100
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.7
Consumer
23 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.
SUV
$14,400
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.
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SUV
$14,950
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
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
$15,050
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
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.
Sedan
$15,250
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
$15,400
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.
SUV
$15,500
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.
Sedan
$15,550
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.
SUV
$15,650
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.
Van/Minivan
$15,850
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.6
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.
Sedan
$16,000
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.
Sedan
$16,450
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.
Hatchback
$16,650
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.
SUV
$16,750
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.
Convertible
$17,450
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
$18,400
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.
Sedan
$18,950
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
24 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.
SUV
$19,150
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
21 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
$20,000
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
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.
Convertible
$20,800
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.
SUV
$24,200
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.
Sedan
$24,400
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.
Sedan
$24,500
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Mercedes-AMG C-Class has the style, sophistication and amenities of the standard models but adds ample doses of power and performance.
Sedan
$28,400
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Mercedes-AMG E-Class brings the tech, style and safety of its luxury sedan and wagon siblings, and adds a whole lot of performance.
SUV
$28,900
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.
Hatchback
$29,400
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.
Van/Minivan
$12,450
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The stylish 2018 Chrysler Pacifica is a game changer in the minivan world and even features a hybrid model.
Sedan
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$13,550
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its sub-$35K price tag, the 2018 Audi A3 may seem entry level, but it’s loaded with an abundance of Audi style and performance.
Hatchback
$14,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
36 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With new safety tech and a retuned suspension, the 2018 Honda Fit is a fun, fuel-efficient subcompact with class-leading versatility.
SUV
$14,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All-new styling, great new features and more power distinguish the 2018 Buick Enclave crossover SUV.
Sedan
$15,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA proves that a car doesn’t have to be hyper-expensive to be a "real" Mercedes-Benz.
SUV
$15,450
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Honda’s 2018 HR-V compact-crossover SUV is a sales success, offering a roomy interior, great gas mileage and a youthful appearance.