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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$28,730
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
4.0
Consumer
38 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The all-new 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is an efficient plug-in hybrid SUV with 3-row seating, all-wheel drive, and modern tech features.
SUV
$28,778
Starting Price
4.2
Expert
3.9
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 3-row Subaru Ascent gets a mid-cycle refresh for 2023 with revised styling and updated safety and infotainment tech features.
SUV
$18,841
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
3.5
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Volkswagen Taos subcompact SUV packs a lot of room, tech, and fun driving manners into a tidy package.
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$19,726
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Chevrolet Trailblazer subcompact SUV has the looks, cabin space, and equipment to spark interest from potential buyers.
SUV
$21,442
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
3.8
Consumer
258 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2023 Hyundai Kona Electric is an affordable new electric vehicle with a range of 258 miles. And it’s a great subcompact SUV.
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$22,366
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
3.9
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The spacious 2023 GMC Terrain stakes out its own place in the compact SUV world, with a lineup that approaches luxury levels in top trims.
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SUV
$27,228
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.0
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Nissan Pathfinder is a family-friendly midsize 3-row SUV with a rugged look, roomy interior, and plenty of desirable features and technologies.
SUV
$28,820
Starting Price
4.1
Expert
4.1
Consumer
28 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2023 Lincoln Corsair is among the small luxury SUV segment’s most comfortable entries, boasting one of its richest interiors.
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$19,902
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.9
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The refreshed 2023 Ford Escape is a well-rounded compact SUV with a flexible interior, modern tech features, and some variety under the hood, including two hybrid options.
SUV
$20,488
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.9
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Chevrolet Equinox is a competent compact SUV. That’s faint praise, but it’s tough out there with so many superb rivals.
SUV
$21,424
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.3
Consumer
24 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2023 Dodge Hornet is a small SUV with class-leading power. It drives as good as it looks.
SUV
$22,150
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The family-friendly 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan is a rare compact SUV offering three rows of seating to accommodate up to seven occupants.
SUV
$23,093
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.9
Consumer
37 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The refreshed 2023 Ford Escape is a well-rounded compact SUV with a flexible interior, modern tech features, and some variety under the hood, including two hybrid options.
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$25,616
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
3.8
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport midsize SUV takes a leaf from the luxury design book for extra panache, while still being spacious.
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$29,064
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.5
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Mazda CX-9 is the 3-row SUV for buyers who appreciate driving and design as much as they do shuffling the kids to soccer practice.
SUV
$29,455
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.3
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Chevrolet Traverse midsize 3-row SUV has space and an efficient 310-horsepower V6 on its side.
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$29,904
Starting Price
4.0
Expert
4.1
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Infiniti QX50 is a well-rounded luxury SUV with a spacious interior, reasonable pricing, and an appealing complimentary maintenance plan.
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$17,165
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With some newly standard safety tech and a stylish Nightfall model, the Kia Seltos subcompact SUV has become even more competitive for 2022.
SUV
$27,258
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Spacious, safe and fuel-efficient, the 2022 Toyota RAV4 does everything most people need a compact SUV/crossover to do. And does it well.
SUV
$28,091
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.1
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Kia Telluride 3-row midsize SUV/crossover is indisputably a top choice in its class. It’s spacious, affordable, and well-equipped.
SUV
$28,428
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
5.0
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Drivers looking for a luxury crossover that won’t break the bank should consider the stylish and fun to drive 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class.
SUV
$29,748
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
40 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid blends many Toyota qualities into a best-selling compact crossover that’s roomy and has great safety scores.
SUV
$19,711
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With modern technology features at reasonable prices, the Hyundai Santa Fe is an excellent value in midsize 2-row crossover SUVs.
SUV
$20,575
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2022 Mazda CX-30 is a city-friendly crossover/SUV sized below the compact CX-5. It also has the goods to compete with luxury rivals.
SUV
$21,987
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid is an upscale midsize SUV with an efficient hybrid powertrain and all-wheel drive, all at an attainable price.
SUV
$22,817
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
With standard 3-row seating and plenty of luxurious options, the 2022 Kia Sorento is a compelling midsize SUV.
SUV
$23,662
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Honda CR-V is a class leader in one of the most competitive segments in the car world. This compact SUV is roomy, safe, and efficient.
SUV
$23,982
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.3
Consumer
33 MPG | 76 MPGe
Combined
The new-for-2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid is the most fuel-efficient version of the company’s almost-midsize SUV/crossover.
SUV
$25,824
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
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
$28,478
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
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.
SUV
$28,558
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
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.
SUV
$20,422
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
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.
SUV
$22,303
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
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.
SUV
$22,396
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.9
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
$22,710
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
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
$24,408
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
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.
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