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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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$0 - $30,000
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2022 Honda Accord Hybrid
#1 Best Hybrid Cars
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$24,685
Starting Price

4.7
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

47 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Honda Accord Hybrid midsize sedan performs well on the road and makes financial sense. It’s easy on gas and retains its value.
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2022 Ford F150 Regular Cab
#1 Best Full-Size Trucks
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$25,620
Starting Price

4.7
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Ford F-150 is a class leader in full-size pickups with an outstanding range of engines and unique available features.
SUV
2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid
#2 Best Hybrid SUVs
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$25,735
Starting Price

4.7
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid is a fuel-sipping 3-row midsize SUV/crossover. It has seating for six and achieves an average of 37 mpg.
SUV
2022 Audi Q5
#2 Best Luxury Compact SUVs
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$27,437
Starting Price

4.7
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

23 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The 2022 Audi Q5 premium compact SUV/crossover seems to be everyone’s favorite Audi. The range includes a plug-in hybrid and a sporty SQ5.
Pickup
2022 Ford F150 Super Cab
#1 Best Full-Size Trucks
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$28,175
Starting Price

4.7
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Ford F-150 is a class leader in full-size pickups with an outstanding range of engines and unique available features.
SUV
2022 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid
#2 Best PHEV SUVs
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$28,498
Starting Price

4.7
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

34 MPG | 79 MPGe
Combined

The new-for-2022 Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid is a well-equipped midsize 3-row crossover that seats six and achieves the equivalent of 79 mpg.
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Sedan
2022 Hyundai Elantra
#2 Best Compact Cars
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$16,642
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The spacious and safe 2022 Hyundai Elantra has shaken up the compact sedan class with bold styling, generous equipment, and affordability.
Hatchback
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV
#1 Best Electric Cars
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$18,044
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.6
rating
Consumer

259 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The 2022 Chevy Bolt EV has fresh new looks to go along with other improvements, but the respectable range of 259 miles hasn’t increased.
SUV
2022 Hyundai Tucson
$19,922
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

With bold styling, cutting-edge tech, and a roomy interior, the 2022 Hyundai Tucson is a serious rival for the CR-V, RAV4, and Rogue.
Hatchback
2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV
#1 Best Electric Cars
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$20,304
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.6
rating
Consumer

247 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EUV is a better new Bolt with a larger back seat. But it isn’t really a utility vehicle.
Sedan
2022 Toyota Camry
#2 Best Mid-Size Cars
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$22,161
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
3.9
rating
Consumer

32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

A good sign of the 2022 Toyota Camry midsize sedan’s enduring strength is that it’s still around. Engaging, yet with the same core values.
SUV
2022 Subaru Outback
$22,227
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
3.9
rating
Consumer

29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The between-the-genres 2022 Subaru Outback is kind of a midsize crossover, kind of a station wagon with SUV camouflage. Yet always popular.
SUV
2022 Ford Bronco Sport
$22,399
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The Ford Bronco Sport has the personality of the Bronco, but in the form of a subcompact SUV with AWD that’s practical for daily driving.
SUV
2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid
#4 Best Hybrid SUVs
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$22,628
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

38 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

Powerful, efficient, and priced only slightly higher than a comparable standard Tucson, the new Hyundai Tucson Hybrid is the model we’d get.
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2022 Audi A3
#3 Best Luxury Compact Cars
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$23,499
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
5.0
rating
Consumer

32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Audi A3 premium compact sedan is all-new for this model year, bringing typical Audi style, tech, and refinement in a small package.
Hatchback
2022 Toyota Prius Prime
#2 Best Hatchbacks
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$23,936
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.8
rating
Consumer

25 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The 2022 Toyota Prius Prime is the outstandingly economical version of the well-known Prius hybrid, achieving the equivalent of 133 mpg.
Pickup
2022 Toyota Tacoma Access Cab
#1 Best Mid-Size Trucks
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$24,087
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Toyota Tacoma midsize pickup truck has a reputation for being tough and reliable, and for class-leading resale values.
SUV
2022 Hyundai Tucson Plug-in Hybrid
$24,526
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

33 Miles
Estimated EV Range

With 33 miles of electric range, lots of power, and all the inherent goodness of the new Tucson, the PHEV is poised to make a big splash.
Sedan
2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid
#2 Best Hybrid Cars
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$25,224
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
3.9
rating
Consumer

52 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Toyota Camry Hybrid is a fine midsize sedan with low emissions and low fuel bills. It can achieve an average of 52 mpg.
SUV
2022 Hyundai Palisade
#5 Best 3-Row SUVs
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$25,790
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The Hyundai Palisade is one of the most competitive midsize 3-row crossovers with a roomy, upscale interior and excellent safety features.
SUV
2022 Ford Mustang MACH-E
#1 Best Electric SUVs
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$27,128
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

312 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The high-tech Ford Mustang Mach-E is a compelling electric SUV that lives up to its name with exciting performance and a striking design.
Van/Minivan
2022 Honda Odyssey
#2 Best Minivans
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$27,275
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
3.5
rating
Consumer

22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Honda Odyssey is a top minivan choice. With seating for up to eight, it’s a superb package: practical, user-friendly, and classy.
SUV
2022 Audi Q3
#2 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs
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$27,598
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
3.8
rating
Consumer

26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The roomy 2022 Audi Q3 subcompact SUV/crossover is a quality machine that’s tech-rich, user-friendly, and arguably stylish.
Sedan
2022 Audi A5
#3 Best Luxury Compact Cars
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$28,559
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
4.0
rating
Consumer

29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Audi A5 comes as a premium compact coupe, convertible, or sleek hatchback. All three epitomize that special Audi style and quality.
SUV
2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC
#4 Best Luxury Compact SUVs
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$29,354
Starting Price

4.6
rating
Expert
3.9
rating
Consumer

24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class is a leader in the compact luxury SUV segment for its blend of style, performance, and premium features.
SUV
2022 Honda HR-V
$19,407
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Honda HR-V has one of the roomiest and most flexible interiors in its class, making it a practical choice in subcompact SUVs.
Sedan
2022 Kia K5
#3 Best Mid-Size Cars
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$20,518
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.1
rating
Consumer

32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Kia K5 midsize sedan builds on all the good points that made the previous Optima a great choice. But with a bigger visual splash.
SUV
2022 Volvo XC40
#3 Best Luxury Subcompact SUVs
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$22,025
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.6
rating
Consumer

26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Volvo XC40 is a well-rounded subcompact luxury SUV that is safe, high-tech, and roomy. It’s also pretty reasonably priced.
Pickup
2022 Ford Maverick
#1 Best Hybrid Trucks
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$22,026
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Ford Maverick is a compact truck that comes standard with a hybrid powertrain. And it can tow 4,000 pounds.
SUV
2022 MAZDA CX-5
$22,724
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Mazda CX-5 carries out the usual compact crossover duties as well as almost any rival, with the extra dimension of driving fun.
SUV
2022 Kia EV6
#2 Best Electric SUVs
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$23,028
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.2
rating
Consumer

310 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The all-new, all-electric 2022 Kia EV6 is a fast-driving, fast-charging Tesla rival with big power and a 310-mile range.
Coupe
2022 Ford Mustang
#3 Best Convertibles
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$23,569
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.6
rating
Consumer

25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Ford Mustang is one of the great American coupes, or convertibles. It’s a great-driving machine that’s so darn good-looking.
Pickup
2022 Ram 1500 Quad Cab
$24,002
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.4
rating
Consumer

23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

With its variety of offerings, the 2022 Ram 1500 is an all-purpose pickup that blends great comfort and utility with an ability to work.
SUV
2022 Volvo XC40 Recharge
#1 Best Luxury Electric SUVs
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$25,555
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
3.4
rating
Consumer

223 Miles
Estimated EV Range

The Volvo XC40 Recharge is a stylish, safe, and luxurious electric SUV, but it is on the pricier end. There are better values in this class.
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2022 Audi A4
#5 Best Luxury Compact Cars
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$25,730
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
4.5
rating
Consumer

29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 Audi A4 engages buyers who understand and appreciate the joys of driving a well-balanced car with style, tech, and refinement.
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2022 BMW 2 Series
$26,046
Starting Price

4.5
rating
Expert
5.0
rating
Consumer

28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy

The 2022 BMW 2 Series premium subcompact range is having a transitional year. An all-new coupe debuts, but the 4-door Gran Coupe remains.