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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Hatchback
$7,775
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.8
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Like its sedan stablemate, the 2017 Nissan Versa Note isn’t sporty, but it is a roomy and fuel-thrifty subcompact at an affordable price.
Hatchback
$8,100
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Available as a sedan or versatile hatchback, the 2017 Hyundai Accent is economical, efficient and has the best warranty in the business.
Van/Minivan
$9,850
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.2
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Completely reengineered and restyled last year, the new 2017 Kia Sedona is a serious rival to established minivans like the Honda Odyssey.
SUV
$10,400
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.1
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Refreshed and refined for 2017, Nissan’s compact SUV adds a hybrid model, and enhances the luxury and safety at the upper trim levels.
Sedan
$11,400
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.5
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A dynamic sedan masquerading as a functional family car, the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 offers both practicality and invigorating driving manners.
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Pickup
$11,800
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.6
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Ram 1500 full-size pickup stands out with big-rig styling cues and strong engines that include a Hemi V8 and diesel V6.
SUV
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$11,850
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Audi Q5 model year is abbreviated, as an all-new Q5 debuts this spring, but it still offers the distinctly different Q5 and SQ5.
SUV
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$11,950
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 BMW X3 is among the most spirited of compact luxury SUVs, but fresh rivals like the Mercedes GLC are equally if not more appealing.
SUV
$11,950
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee expands its off-road portfolio with a new Trailhawk trim, while the Summit trim grows even more luxurious.
SUV
$12,000
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2017 Infiniti QX30 is an engaging entry-lux subcompact-crossover SUV melding distinctive style with impressive substance.
Pickup
$13,450
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.6
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Ram 1500 full-size pickup stands out with big-rig styling cues and strong engines that include a Hemi V8 and diesel V6.
SUV
$13,800
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Subaru Crosstrek is an SUV-ized version of the Impreza hatchback, offering more ground clearance than its cousin.
Sedan
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$14,200
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.7
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Formerly the Hyundai Genesis, the G80 is now part of the new Genesis luxury brand, where it remains a value among high-end midsize sedans.
Pickup
$14,350
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.6
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Ram 1500 full-size pickup stands out with big-rig styling cues and strong engines that include a Hemi V8 and diesel V6.
Pickup
$14,500
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
Ram’s 2500/3500 Heavy Duty pickups for 2017 offer brawn, beauty and impressive towing and hauling stats.
SUV
$14,650
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 GMC Yukon is a full size SUV as adept at pampering its passengers as it is hauling people or towing gear.
SUV
$14,650
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Land Rover Range Rover Sport offers the luxury and off-road ability that made the Land Rover name legendary.
Wagon
$15,250
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.5
Consumer
41 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Versatile and economical, the 2017 Toyota Prius V offers the excellent fuel economy of a hybrid with the roominess of a small SUV.
Coupe
$15,850
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.0
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
This is the Camaro’s 50th anniversary, and Chevrolet is pulling out all the stops for the 2017 Camaro, with new high-performance models.
Pickup
$17,050
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.6
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Honda Ridgeline gives you the driving refinement and interior amenities of an SUV plus some of the capability of a truck.
Pickup
$17,700
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.1
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Toyota Tacoma lineup sees the return of the TRD Pro model, an off-road-ready version designed to please your inner Baja racer.
Hatchback
$17,750
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.8
Consumer
42 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Lexus CT 200h is the Lexus version of the Toyota Prius, combining the former’s luxury with the latter’s excellent fuel economy.
SUV
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$17,900
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.8
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Audi Q5 model year is abbreviated, as an all-new Q5 debuts this spring, but it still offers the distinctly different Q5 and SQ5.
Wagon
$18,650
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.7
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Wagon ho! If there’s one vehicle that can redefine what sport, utility and luxury mean, the 2017 Volvo V90 Cross Country is it.
SUV
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$18,750
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 GMC Yukon is a full size SUV as adept at pampering its passengers as it is hauling people or towing gear.
Pickup
$24,800
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.1
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Toyota Tacoma lineup sees the return of the TRD Pro model, an off-road-ready version designed to please your inner Baja racer.
Pickup
$24,900
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.7
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
Ram’s 2500/3500 Heavy Duty pickups for 2017 offer brawn, beauty and impressive towing and hauling stats.
SUV
$27,000
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.5
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Mercedes-AMG GLE Coupe takes the underpinnings of the GLE SUV, and adds sporty looking bodywork, all in the pursuit of driving fun.
Pickup
$27,300
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
Ram’s 2500/3500 Heavy Duty pickups for 2017 offer brawn, beauty and impressive towing and hauling stats.
Pickup
$27,800
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.7
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
Ram’s 2500/3500 Heavy Duty pickups for 2017 offer brawn, beauty and impressive towing and hauling stats.
Pickup
$29,400
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
N/A
Combined Fuel Economy
Ram’s 2500/3500 Heavy Duty pickups for 2017 offer brawn, beauty and impressive towing and hauling stats.
Sedan
$6,750
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
There’s a cool new hatchback version of the 2017 Chevrolet Cruze, plus new controls that let parents keep an eye on teen drivers.
Hatchback
$6,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.4
Consumer
107 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2017 Nissan Leaf made electric vehicles mainstream, but with the far superior Chevy Bolt now its competition, is no longer the leader.
Hatchback
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$7,425
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The stylish 2017 Kia Rio is an affordable subcompact with high-end comfort and convenience features, strong value and great fuel economy.