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
$7,025
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In sedan or hatchback form, the sporty yet sophisticated Mazda3 doesn’t look, feel, or drive like an economy car.
Sedan
$7,100
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
38 MPG | 88 MPGe
Combined
The midsize Ford Fusion matches dazzling style and loads of features with cool technology that includes gas, hybrid and plug-in powertains.
Coupe
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$7,700
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.5
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Updated for 2013, the compact Civic looks, feels and drives even better, while gas, hybrid and CNG powertrain choices add to its appeal.
SUV
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$8,100
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.0
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With high-style and luxurious accommodations for seven, the Infiniti JX seeks to end the Acura MDX’s reign as the go-to luxury 3-row SUV.
SUV
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$8,300
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Audi’s family-size, three-row entry offers all the design and tech goodness that distinguishes the entire lineup.
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Hatchback
$10,100
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
5.0
Consumer
50 MPG | 95 MPGe
Combined
The Toyota Prius is the world’s most popular hybrid and the poster child for high-mileage vehicles.
Van/Minivan
$10,950
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Comfortable, powerful and relatively fuel-efficient, the Toyota Sienna stands out as the only minivan to offer all-wheel-drive.
Coupe
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$11,300
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With engaging handling and an accesible price tag the rear-drive Scion FR-S exists to reignite our collective passion for driving.
Coupe
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$11,450
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Subaru BRZ is a compact rear-wheel-drive sports car that delivers high-performance thrills and an engaging drive.
Coupe
$12,850
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.8
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In coupe, convertible or "4-door coupe" form, the 6 Series lineup offers an enticing mix of comfort, style and presence.
Coupe
$13,950
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.8
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Now in its second generation, the car that created the "4-door coupe" genre remains a luxurious styling standout.
Coupe
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$23,200
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
5.0
Consumer
16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In coupe, convertible or "4-door coupe" form, the 6 Series lineup offers an enticing mix of comfort, style and presence.