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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Pickup
$10,700
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its new look, new engines and refinement, the 2015 GMC Canyon is set to revitalize the compact/midsize truck segment.
SUV
$10,850
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Subaru Outback crossover SUV is a little bigger, a lot nicer looking, and even better at tackling dirt and paved roads.
Pickup
$13,500
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its new look, new engines and refinement, the 2015 GMC Canyon is set to revitalize the compact/midsize truck segment.
SUV
$14,200
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.2
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The biggest Chevy SUV is all new, and ready to take on the suburbs with fresh styling, a great interior and more flexible seats.
Sedan
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$5,975
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.6
Consumer
76 Miles
Estimated EV Range
Available as a sedan or hatchback and with a variety of engines, the Ford Focus offers variety and practicality if not the lowest price.
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Sedan
$7,400
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Hyundai Elantra adds new option packages, but otherwise is the same cool and clever compact car family from last year.
SUV
$7,650
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.9
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Once a rugged SUV, the latest Nissan Pathfinder has morphed into a comfortable 3-row crossover SUV offering great style and fuel economy.
Sedan
$7,700
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
38 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Priced within reach of the average buyer, but looking like an exotic prototype, the 2015 Kia Optima is no ordinary family sedan.
SUV
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$7,975
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Kia Sorento is big on value, technology and comfort, offering a choice of 2- or 3-row seating and a very attractive price.
Hatchback
$8,175
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.1
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Hyundai Elantra adds new option packages, but otherwise is the same cool and clever compact car family from last year.
Sedan
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$8,425
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.6
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Priced within reach of the average buyer, but looking like an exotic prototype, the 2015 Kia Optima is no ordinary family sedan.
Sedan
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$8,650
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Ford Fusion makes all-wheel drive available to midrange SE models this year, while the rest of the lineup remains the same.
Sedan
$8,825
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.6
Consumer
38 MPG | 88 MPGe
Combined
The 2015 Ford Fusion makes all-wheel drive available to midrange SE models this year, while the rest of the lineup remains the same.
Pickup
$9,800
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Chevy Silverado full-size truck aims to stand apart from rivals like the Ford F-150 with clever utility and a quiet cabin.
Pickup
$10,250
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With a new look, new engines and more refinement, the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado is set to revitalize the compact/midsize truck segment.
Sedan
$10,450
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Toyota Corolla competes with the best compact sedans without sacrificing affordability or dependability.
Pickup
$13,100
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Chevy Silverado full-size truck aims to stand apart from rivals like the Ford F-150 with clever utility and a quiet cabin.
Hatchback
$13,850
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
3.6
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Available as a sedan or hatchback and with a variety of engines, the Ford Focus offers variety and practicality if not the lowest price.
Pickup
$13,850
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.3
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Chevy Silverado full-size truck aims to stand apart from rivals like the Ford F-150 with clever utility and a quiet cabin.
Pickup
$14,300
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.2
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With a new look, new engines and more refinement, the 2015 Chevrolet Colorado is set to revitalize the compact/midsize truck segment.
Coupe
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$27,700
Starting Price
4.3
Expert
4.5
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In the new RC, Lexus sheds inhibitions with daring design and solid performance to deftly take on rival sports coupes like the BMW 4 Series.
Sedan
$6,625
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.6
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Nissan Sentra is the roomy compact big on comfort, style and technology with great gas mileage and an appealing price.
SUV
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$7,750
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.2
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Nissan Juke’s love-it-or-hate-it package brings fun and flash to the subcompact-SUV market, and more power with the Nismo RS.
Sedan
$8,875
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.7
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Chrysler 300 is a modern interpretation of large, rear-wheel-drive sedans of yore that offers power, comfort and value.
SUV
$8,975
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.8
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The new Jeep Renegade is a tantalizing way to access the iconic brand, thanks to its small-but-cool design, value and off-road ability.
SUV
$9,875
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.6
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Not every SUV is designed to haul families, as attested by the stylish 2015 Nissan Murano, designed with two couples in mind.
SUV
$9,925
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.2
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With its sharp styling, standard V6 engine and impressive features, the 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe should have the competition worried.
Sedan
$10,250
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.4
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The revamped 2015 Subaru Legacy remains the best value among all-wheel-drive midsize sedans – and now a strong contender in its segment.
Pickup
$11,900
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.2
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Rugged as the day is long but also more upscale than a base Ford or Dodge pickup, the 2015 GMC Sierra wears both hats equally well.
SUV
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$13,650
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.9
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
When it comes to 7-passenger SUVs, the 2015 Acura MDX dominates in the areas of luxury, dependability, fuel efficiency and safety.
Sedan
$14,150
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.5
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Big, roomy and with enough luxury features to show up a Lexus, the 2015 Toyota Avalon proves you don’t have to pay a lot to get a lot.
Pickup
$14,900
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.2
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Rugged as the day is long but also more upscale than a base Ford or Dodge pickup, the 2015 GMC Sierra wears both hats equally well.
Pickup
$15,050
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.2
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Rugged as the day is long but also more upscale than a base Ford or Dodge pickup, the 2015 GMC Sierra wears both hats equally well.
Sedan
$7,725
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.1
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Technology updates and better fuel economy keep the 2015 Nissan Altima a solid choice among tough competition in the midsize-sedan market.
SUV
$8,225
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.1
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2015 Hyundai Tucson adds a hydrogen-powered fuel-cell model to limited markets in what’s likely its last model year before a redesign.