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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$20,100
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.2
Consumer
31 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Kia Seltos is our Subcompact SUV Best Buy for 2023. It’s a versatile and well-rounded subcompact SUV with a roomy interior, great safety features, and standard AWD on most trims.
SUV
$26,100
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The totally redesigned Honda CR-V is our Compact SUV Best Buy for 2023. It sports fresh designs and tech while retaining the qualities that made the previous five generations best-sellers and class leaders. It’s good in so many ways, now at even higher levels. And it’s enjoyable to drive.
SUV
$27,200
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
4.0
Consumer
23 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Kia Telluride is our 3-Row Midsize SUV Best Buy of 2023. It earned the same title last year (and the two years before that) but then got even better for 2023 with a variety of meaningful enhancements.
SUV
$29,300
Starting Price
4.8
Expert
3.6
Consumer
40 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The redesigned Honda CR-V is our Compact SUV Best Buy for 2023. It’s strong in every area that matters and should be at the top of any buyer’s must-see list. The CR-V Hybrid is especially attractive, delivering more power and even better fuel economy.
SUV
$21,000
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Hyundai Sante Fe is our 2-Row Midsize SUV Best Buy for 2023. It’s feature-rich, a great value, and looks good inside and out.
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SUV
$22,100
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.1
Consumer
303 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is our Electric Vehicle Best Buy of 2023. An excellent all-electric compact SUV capable of running for up to 303 miles on a single battery charge, it also has plenty of tech, lots of standard equipment, and great warranties — making EV ownership an attractive proposition.
SUV
$22,500
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Honda HR-V marks a new generation of this subcompact SUV, and it’s shaping up to continue the impressive ways of its predecessor.
SUV
$23,500
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
31 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid midsize SUV can travel up to 31 miles on electricity alone, adding to the many excellent qualities of the Santa Fe lineup in general.
SUV
$24,800
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.2
Consumer
34 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Spacious and well-equipped, the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid 2-row midsize SUV amps up both fuel efficiency and power levels over its combustion-only counterpart.
SUV
$26,600
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
37 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The safe and fuel-efficient 2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid delivers interior comfort and modern technology in a stylish midsize 3-row SUV.
SUV
$29,000
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.8
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The totally redesigned BMW X1 is our Subcompact Luxury SUV Best Buy of 2023. The new model improves with a roomier interior, bolder style, a more potent engine, standard all-wheel drive, plus more and better tech.
SUV
$29,900
Starting Price
4.7
Expert
4.0
Consumer
21 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
Totally redesigned for 2023, the impressive new Honda Pilot is among the 3-row midsize SUV segment’s roomiest, most flexible, and tech-savviest entries.
SUV
$20,600
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.7
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
In five generations, Kia’s Sportage has gone from a humble little workhorse to a roomy and refined crossover SUV loaded with modern tech.
SUV
$22,600
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.0
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Subaru Outback looks set to continue its impressive run as a best-seller, with revised looks and enhanced safety features.
SUV
$23,000
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.6
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Ford Bronco Sport is a compact SUV with a similar kind of rugged charm as its bigger Bronco sibling at a more affordable price.
SUV
$23,600
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.7
Consumer
43 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Kia Sportage Hybrid is an all-new compact crossover with a fuel-efficient hybrid setup. Pricing starts at $27,290.
SUV
$25,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.1
Consumer
22 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The Hyundai Palisade is a top choice in midsize 3-row SUVs. This family SUV has a roomy interior, great safety scores, and premium features.
SUV
$25,800
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.8
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Audi Q3 has a premium interior, standard AWD, and some excellent available tech features, but some rivals are sportier and roomier.
SUV
$27,200
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
4.4
Consumer
312 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2023 Ford Mustang Mach-E is an all-electric compact SUV with great tech and a maximum range of 312 miles.
SUV
$27,700
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.6
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Toyota RAV4 is a roomy and reliable compact SUV with many standard safety features and good fuel economy. For a lot of buyers, this formula has proven hard to beat.
SUV
$27,800
Starting Price
4.6
Expert
3.7
Consumer
34 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The Kia Sportage Plug-In Hybrid is our Best PHEV of 2023. On a full charge it can travel up to 34 miles on electricity alone, then operates like a traditional hybrid, delivering impressive combined fuel economy of 35 mpg. All-wheel drive is standard, along with many driver assistance features and plenty of cabin space.
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$20,800
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.3
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The all-new 2023 Mazda CX-50 compact SUV is like the CX-5, but slightly bigger and aimed at more adventurous types.
SUV
$21,900
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.9
Consumer
310 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2023 Kia EV6 enters its second year of existence as one of the most desirable new electric vehicles. Maximum range is 310 miles, fast charging is standard, technology is abundant, and there’s the reassurance of industry-leading warranties.
SUV
$22,300
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.9
Consumer
30 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross is a compact SUV that fits between the C-HR subcompact and the spacious RAV4. All-wheel drive is available.
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$23,100
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.4
Consumer
26 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Mazda CX-5 isn’t the newest kid on the compact SUV block, but it remains a superb choice, especially for those who enjoy driving.
SUV
$24,000
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.6
Consumer
27 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Volvo XC40 luxury small SUV manages to be stylish, safe, sensible, and engaging all at the same time.
SUV
$26,800
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.2
Consumer
25 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Audi Q5 is an excellent compact luxury SUV with top-notch interior quality, great engines, and a sleek available Sportback body.
SUV
$27,300
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
4.0
Consumer
226 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The all-electric 2023 Volvo C40 Recharge small luxury SUV adds an extra degree of style with its sloping roofline.
SUV
$27,300
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.6
Consumer
223 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge all-electric small luxury SUV is spacious, stylish, safe, and swift. It’s just a shame about the 223-mile range.
SUV
$27,900
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.7
Consumer
265 Miles
Estimated EV Range
The 2023 Audi Q4 e-tron all-electric compact luxury SUV touts substance and style for a sub-$50K starting price.
SUV
$27,900
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
3.9
Consumer
42 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The multi-talented 2023 Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid combines SUV versatility, Toyota reliability, and hybrid efficiency of up to 42 mpg combined.
SUV
$28,200
Starting Price
4.5
Expert
5.0
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class luxury subcompact SUV packs prestige, plushness, and user-friendly tech into a modest, easily maneuverable footprint.
SUV
$17,350
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
3.9
Consumer
32 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Hyundai Kona subcompact SUV offers a broad range of variants to please many types of buyers.
SUV
$20,400
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.1
Consumer
28 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The affordable 2023 Hyundai Tucson is a competitive, high-tech compact SUV with unique styling, excellent safety scores, and a roomy interior.
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$20,500
Starting Price
4.4
Expert
4.3
Consumer
29 MPG
Combined Fuel Economy
The 2023 Mazda CX-30 is a city-friendly subcompact SUV that is just as comfortable on twisty mountain roads. Moreover, it has the interior materials and design to go toe-to-toe with some luxury rivals.