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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$11,626
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4.2
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4.2
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
On one hand, the 2018 Kia Sorento is smaller than many midsize SUVs. On the other, it’s more maneuverable and offers a great warranty.
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$14,642
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4.2
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4.2
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23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
GMC’s Acadia for 2018 offers 7-passenger seating in a family-friendly midsize SUV as luxurious as it is efficient.
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$15,082
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4.2
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4.0
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22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Meshing opulent luxury with impeccable driving manners is what the 2018 Infiniti QX60 does best.
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$20,439
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4.2
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4.9
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16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Combining Italian styling and performance with SUV practicality, the 2018 Maserati Levante is ready to roll with Europe’s best.
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$22,437
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4.2
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4.7
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A small SUV with big horsepower and athletic handling, the 2018 Porsche Macan offers families an impressive mix of utility and performance.
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$8,240
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4.1
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4.4
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24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2018 Ford Escape is a competent, popular player in the crowded compact-SUV class. Updates like CarPlay integration keep it fresh.
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$11,000
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4.1
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3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Comfortable on-road as well as off-road rugged, the aggressively styled 2018 Jeep Renegade is the brand’s smallest and most affordable SUV.
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$11,671
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4.1
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4.6
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Jaguar’s first compact-crossover SUV, the sexy, powerful and all-wheel-drive F-Pace, has quickly become the brand’s most popular model.
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$11,709
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4.1
Expert
4.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio enters the compact-luxury SUV fray with potent power, stylish looks and made-in-Italy flair.
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$12,187
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4.1
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4.5
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A luxurious and turbocharged compact SUV, the stylish 2018 Lincoln MKC packs big comfort, features and performance in a small package.
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$12,913
Starting Price
4.1
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4.6
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Whether as a coupe, convertible or 5-door liftback, the 2018 Audi A5 has an excellent blend of driving dynamics, technology and safety aids.
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$14,292
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4.1
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4.5
Consumer
24 MPG
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With sleek styling and sports-sedan-like handling, the 2018 Mazda CX-9 is no ordinary 7-passenger family SUV.
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$16,791
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4.1
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4.3
Consumer
16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The luxurious 2018 Nissan Armada is perfect for families looking for a full-size SUV that seats eight and can tow up to 8,500 pounds.
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$8,900
Starting Price
4.0
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4.0
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Among small compact-crossover SUVs, the 2018 Buick Encore stands out, thanks to its plush interior and high-tech features.
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$12,898
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.2
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A popular 7-passenger SUV, the 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe offers families plenty of space, impressive standard features and a 290-horsepower V6.
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$17,755
Starting Price
4.0
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4.2
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Posh and powerful, the 2018 Cadillac XT5 is a stylish 2-row, 5-passenger luxury SUV with extreme levels of safety and in-cabin technology.
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$22,006
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4.0
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4.9
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Part SUV, part sports coupe, the 2018 BMW X6 is a luxurious automotive amalgamation that stands out from the crowd.
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$15,851
Starting Price
4.9
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4.0
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27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All new for 2017, the Honda CR-V SUV improves its blend of practicality, efficiency, refinement and value to keep its benchmark status.
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$13,823
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.4
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The completely redesigned 2017 Audi Q7 sheds nearly 500 pounds but gains new levels of style, comfort, technology and driving dynamics.
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$12,250
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.1
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
As the CR-V has grown larger, Honda’s subcompact HR-V for 2017 appeals to younger buyers who believe less is more.
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$12,877
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC stretches the definition of a midsize-luxury SUV by adding a sleek coupe and a high-powered AMG model.
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$14,458
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.5
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The capable and refined 2017 Honda Pilot features impressive high-tech and advanced safety features making it the consummate family SUV.
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$14,629
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Acura MDX luxury SUV offers versatility, stellar safety and driving aids, and a new performance-oriented hybrid model.
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$16,692
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Acura MDX luxury SUV offers versatility, stellar safety and driving aids, and a new performance-oriented hybrid model.
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$18,657
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
3.9
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC stretches the definition of a midsize-luxury SUV by adding a sleek coupe and a high-powered AMG model.
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$22,002
Starting Price
4.7
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3.9
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC Coupe puts the "sport" in "sport utility," with its sleek roofline favoring form over function.
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$23,715
Starting Price
4.7
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3.9
Consumer
20 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A sporty variation on the excellent Mercedes-Benz GLC SUV, the GLC43 Coupe offers more power, better handling and sharp styling.
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$11,230
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.2
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
BMW’s 2017 X1 SUV may be the company’s smallest offering, but it delivers big in the areas of performance, luxury and style.
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$15,017
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
14 Miles
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Volvo’s revolutionary 2017 XC90 crossover SUV delivers with its stunning styling, impressive features and available plug-in hybrid trim.
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$16,474
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.3
Consumer
14 Miles
Estimated EV Range
A handful of updates keeps the 2017 BMW X5 lineup fresh against ever tougher competition from Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Lexus and more.
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$20,723
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.8
Consumer
19 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe introduces new technology, the LTZ model becomes Premier, and it continues dominating other full-size SUVs.
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$23,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Lexus RX 350 wears the new face of Lexus while retaining the comfort, luxury and reliability RX owners have come to expect.
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$28,849
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
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16 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
A handful of updates keeps the 2017 BMW X5 lineup fresh against ever tougher competition from Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Lexus and more.
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$8,797
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
All-new for 2017, the Kia Sportage compact SUV has stylish looks, premium features and a great warranty, but trails rivals in fuel economy.
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$8,856
Starting Price
4.5
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4.3
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Based on the bigger Nissan Rogue, the 2017 Rogue Sport offers both tidy dimensions and price to go head-to-head with other subcompact SUVs.
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$12,047
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.2
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2017 Subaru Forester gets upgrades to fuel economy, comfort and styling, improvements sure to keep it a favorite in the class.
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