Best SUVs Under $30,000
These vehicles offer good performance and are safe, reliable, and satisfying choices
There are many subcompact and compact SUVs to choose from. Every brand plays in this popular market segment, and at first blush, many of the vehicles seem strikingly similar. But once you dig into the data to see how they perform and how much their owners like them, significant differences emerge.
To help you make a smart and informed purchase decision, we present the best SUVs under $30,000 based on Consumer Reports’ Overall Scores. All are recommended, with higher-scoring models listed first. The $30,000 price depends on the trim level you desire, and some versions can creep toward $35,000. If your budget allows, you can also explore our list of the best SUVs for under $40,000.
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