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
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$22,300
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
5.0
Consumer
16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 5 Series lineup keeps growing, but the basic recipe remain the same: athletic style and performance mixed with cutting-edge amenities.
Convertible
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$23,800
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.6
Consumer
16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Maybe the industry’s most benchmarked vehicle, the 3 Series and its many variants offer driving dyamics unmatched in the segment.
SUV
$5,225
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In 2013 the Pathfinder shed its rugged image to become a more car-like crossover SUV that pleases with room for 7 and laudable fuel economy.
SUV
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$6,650
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
3.9
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With smart style, flexible, feature-rich cabins and room for eight, the GMC Acadia and upline Acadia Denali are slick, capable charmers.
Pickup
$8,725
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.5
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2013 Ford F-150 pickup is the best-selling full-size truck by spanning the spectrum from workhorse to off-roader to limousine.
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Pickup
$9,800
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.5
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2013 Ford F-150 pickup is the best-selling full-size truck by spanning the spectrum from workhorse to off-roader to limousine.
Sedan
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$10,450
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.8
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Audi’s A7/S7 pairing combines the practicality of a sedan with emotive, coupe-like styling for a unique, head-turning identity.
Pickup
$11,300
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.5
Consumer
17 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2013 Ford F-150 pickup is the best-selling full-size truck by spanning the spectrum from workhorse to off-roader to limousine.
Convertible
$13,600
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.8
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The iconic MX-5 is a 24-year mainstay of the Mazda lineup and the only compact, modestly priced 2-seat roadster available in the U.S.
Sedan
$14,150
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.7
Consumer
265 Miles
Estimated EV Range
Innovative and distinctly styled, the pure performance and robust battery reserves of the Tesla Model S hint at a bright electric future.
Sedan
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$15,500
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.9
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Audi’s A7/S7 pairing combines the practicality of a sedan with emotive, coupe-like styling for a unique, head-turning identity.
Hatchback
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$4,300
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
84 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Leaf is a 5-passenger all-electric vehicle that will never drink a drop of gas. Though futuristic, it drives much like a normal car.
Sedan
$5,800
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.5
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Veering from its semi-premium history, VW’s bigger and cheaper mid-size sedan is now aimed straight at the heart of American shoppers.
Sedan
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$5,900
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The midsize Ford Fusion matches dazzling style and loads of features with cool technology that includes gas, hybrid and plug-in powertains.
Sedan
$5,975
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.
SUV
$6,350
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.1
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Traverse is a comfortable alternative to truck-based SUVs, offering better handling, a roomy interior and better fuel-efficiency.
Hatchback
$6,475
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In sedan or hatchback form, the sporty yet sophisticated Mazda3 doesn’t look, feel, or drive like an economy car.
SUV
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$7,450
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Audi’s family-size, three-row entry offers all the design and tech goodness that distinguishes the entire lineup.
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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$8,075
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.
Van/Minivan
$9,425
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.
Hatchback
$9,450
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.6
Consumer
50 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Toyota Prius is the world’s most popular hybrid and the poster child for high-mileage vehicles.
Hatchback
$10,250
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.
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
$13,800
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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$21,600
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.