The Mitsubishi Outlander is the cheapest seven-seater car you can buy in the US right now, with a price tag of $29,995. This latest version shares its bones with the Nissan Rogue and is the best one yet, although it’s no class leader.
The Subaru Forester joins the Outlander in the ‘only just’ club, with a price of $29,995. All-wheel drive is standard even on the most basic models, which sets it apart from most rivals at this price point.
The Mazda CX-5 is another affordable option, with a price of $29,990. However, it’s lost some of its dynamic sparkle and has a less sensible interior compared to the old model. The US version gets a more powerful 187bhp engine than the European version.
The Nissan Leaf is one of the two EVs that currently slips in under $30k, with a price of $29,990. It has grown up for its third generation, with improved quality and drive, and a healthy 303-mile EPA range.
The Mazda CX-50 is very close to the CX-5 inside but is pitched as a more rugged, lifestyle-oriented vehicle. It’s a better choice than the CX-5, with a more enjoyable chassis and interior with proper buttons, and it saves you $90.
The Jeep Compass is a characterful alternative to the usual compact SUV crop, with standard all-wheel drive and a price of $29,550. However, it can’t hide the fact that the current generation is now a decade old.
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The Mini Cooper is one of the last subcompacts left in America, with a price of $29,500. It has a luxury positioning, with a nippy 161bhp engine and a funky, high-end interior, and it still has that typically Mini-ish handling.
The Nissan Rogue is a solid all-rounder, with a comfy, stress-free environment and a decent interior. However, it’s never exactly going to thrill you, even with a standard 201bhp engine.
In comparison to other sedans, the Toyota Camry still flies the flag for the old-school sedan, with a price of $29,300.
The Hyundai Tucson is a compact SUV with a price of $29,450.
Nissan’s Altima is a mid-size sedan. The Kia K5 is a car with a price of $27,490.
Hyundai’s Sonata is a car with a price of $27,450. The Kia Niro is a hybrid crossover with a price of $27,390.
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The Ford Maverick is the only pickup truck you can buy in the US for under $30k, with a price of $27,145. Subaru’s Crosstrek is a characterful alternative to the usual compact SUV crop, with a price of $26,995.
Honda’s HR-V is a compact crossover with a price of $26,600. Subaru’s Impreza is a compact car that comes with all-wheel drive as standard, with a price of $26,595.
Volkswagen’s Taos is a car with a price of $26,500. Mazda’s CX-30 is a small crossover with a price of $26,375.
Buick’s Encore GX is a subcompact crossover with a price of $26,200. Hyundai’s Kona is a car with a price of $25,500.
Toyota’s Corolla Cross is a car with a price of $25,235. Mitsubishi’s Outlander Sport is a crossover with a price of $24,995.
Kia’s Seltos is a crossover with a price of $24,990. Buick’s Envista is a subcompact crossover with a price of $24,700.
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Honda’s Civic is a compact car with a price of $24,695. Mazda’s 3 is a car with a price of $24,650.
Volkswagen’s Jetta is a car with a price of $23,995. Chevrolet’s Trailblazer is a subcompact crossover with a price of $23,300.
Toyota’s Corolla is a car with a price of $23,135. Nissan’s Kicks is a car with a price of $22,730.
Hyundai’s Elantra is a compact car with a price of $22,625. Nissan’s Sentra is a sedan with a price of $22,600.
Kia’s K4 is a car with a price of $22,290. Chevrolet’s Trax is a car with a price of $21,700.
Hyundai’s Venue is a car with a price of $20,550.
