Best SUVs Under $30,000
Offering space, safety, comfort and tech for families, these SUVs are also more affordable. You might also be interested in Best Cars Under $30,000 or Luxury Cars Under $30,000.
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SUV
$21,500
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi Q7 is refreshed, reequipped and augmented by a hot SQ7 model. Few luxury-midsize, 7-seater-crossover SUVs are this attractive.
SUV
$22,000
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Ford Expedition 8-seater full-size SUV and its fuller-sized Max sibling are modern takes on the traditional truck-based formula.
SUV
$22,300
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Ford Expedition 8-seater full-size SUV and its fuller-sized Max sibling are modern takes on the traditional truck-based formula.
SUV
$24,700
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
316 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Tesla Model Y is a premium all-electric crossover-SUV that shares its fundamental structure with the Model 3 sedan.
SUV
$24,800
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Audi Q5 compact-luxury-crossover SUV impresses with its standard feature set, luxurious interior and high-tech Virtual Cockpit.
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SUV
$15,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe is an upscale compact-crossover SUV offering excellent value backed by a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.
SUV
$16,650
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Mazda CX-5 is the compact-crossover SUV that looks, feels and behaves like a luxury model at a mainstream price.
SUV
$17,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda HR-V is spacious, versatile, reliable, affordable and fuel-efficient. It’s a highlight of the subcompact-crossover-SUV class.
SUV
$17,400
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.8
Consumer
17 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Subaru Crosstrek offers real off-road ability in a pleasing compact-crossover SUV good on gas, safety features and resale.
SUV
$17,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Subaru Forester is quite simply a superb compact-crossover SUV with a long and well-rounded list of attributes.
SUV
$17,850
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Redesigned but not reimagined, the 2020 Subaru Outback uses the same raised AWD wagon recipe that has defined its success for 25 years.
SUV
$19,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.5
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 BMW X2 is a sportier, more stylistic take on the X1 crossover SUV. It is distinctive, costs more and is less practical than rivals.
SUV
$20,100
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
If you want a modern compact-crossover SUV with rugged upright styling, the all-new Mercedes GLB does it with the flair and refinement.
SUV
$20,500
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
18 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Volvo XC90 has a winning blend of safety, style and technology, and its price undercuts 3-row luxury-SUV rivals like the Audi Q7.
SUV
$20,800
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class offers premium features and styling more commonly found on more expensive SUVs.
SUV
$21,500
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Acura MDX provides a healthy dose of luxury, performance, value and safety in either standard or hybrid form.
SUV
$21,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Acura RDX premium-compact-crossover SUV continues to offer great equipment, driving manners and build quality at keen prices.
SUV
$27,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Acura MDX provides a healthy dose of luxury, performance, value and safety in either standard or hybrid form.
SUV
$13,050
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Small in size but big in personality, the affordable new Hyundai Venue is a subcompact-crossover SUV well equipped for the urban jungle.
SUV
$13,200
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.9
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Hyundai Kona small SUV comes up big thanks to its style, safety and value. A choice of engines and an electric model add to its appeal.
SUV
$15,050
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.9
Consumer
258 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2020 Hyundai Kona small SUV comes up big thanks to its style, safety and value. A choice of engines and an electric model add to its appeal.
SUV
$16,400
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.8
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport is a new 2-row midsize SUV with a sporty attitude, a huge interior, a lot of cool tech and advanced safety.
SUV
$17,400
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Safe and stylish, the turbocharged 3-row 2020 Subaru Ascent is the logical step up for families that have outgrown their Outback.
SUV
$17,650
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Nicer than mainstream, less expensive than luxury, the 2020 Buick Enclave midsize-crossover SUV brings three seating rows and lots of space.
SUV
$18,700
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.2
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 BMW X1 offers good interior room in a compact-luxury SUV, but it’s the X1’s performance that will win you over.
SUV
$21,700
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Honda Passport offers 5-passenger seating in a powerful crossover SUV with off-road intentions and impeccable resale values.
SUV
$24,200
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All new for 2020, the Toyota Highlander remains the go-to 3-row family SUV, with a new hybrid version offering up to 36 mpg in the city.
SUV
$24,400
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.8
Consumer
18 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Sleek, roomy and powerful, the 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe is a capable full-size SUV with enviable safety and resale stats.
SUV
$25,900
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.5
Consumer
35 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All new for 2020, the Toyota Highlander remains the go-to 3-row family SUV, with a new hybrid version offering up to 36 mpg in the city.
SUV
$12,050
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.0
Consumer
33 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Nissan Kicks subcompact SUV delivers style, comfort and economy plus some amazing safety features all for under $19,000.
SUV
$13,250
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With a choice of turbo engines, a modern interior and new standard safety features, the 2020 Chevrolet Equinox has never looked better.
SUV
$14,050
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Kia Sportage already was a stylish compact SUV, but the new 2020 version looks classier and has many more standard features.
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$14,350
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 GMC Terrain aspires to be a little more upmarket than most mainstream compact crossover SUVs, especially in Denali trim.
SUV
$14,650
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport puts style and value ahead of power, but for most people the formula should work quite nicely.
SUV
$14,850
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With more interior room than all of its main competitors, the 2020 Chevrolet Traverse is a roomy alternative to midsize and full-size SUVs.