Find the best cars for under $30,000. Market analysis of 915,538 listings across 477 models. All data sourced from real AutoTrader listings across the United States.
Total Listings
915,538
Avg Price
$18,916
Unique Models
477
Price Range
$500 — $30,000
Ranked by number of active listings in this price range
| Make | Model | Listings | Avg Price | Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia | K4 | 9601 | $22,074 | 2025–2026 |
| Nissan | Sentra | 9511 | $18,238 | 2010–2026 |
| Kia | Soul | 9312 | $15,545 | 2010–2026 |
| Honda | Civic | 9277 | $20,950 | 2010–2026 |
| Chevrolet | Malibu | 8834 | $16,071 | 2010–2025 |
| Chevrolet | Equinox | 8732 | $19,013 | 2010–2026 |
| Chevrolet | Trax | 8671 | $19,628 | 2015–2026 |
| Nissan | Rogue | 8036 | $20,191 | 2010–2026 |
| Kia | Forte | 7998 | $16,831 | 2010–2024 |
| Hyundai | Elantra | 7885 | $18,470 | 2010–2026 |
| Honda | Accord | 7844 | $21,697 | 2010–2026 |
| Toyota | Corolla | 7811 | $19,938 | 2010–2026 |
| Jeep | Compass | 7505 | $20,132 | 2011–2026 |
| Nissan | Kicks | 7403 | $20,537 | 2018–2026 |
| Volkswagen | Jetta | 7358 | $17,280 | 2010–2026 |
| Ford | Escape | 7335 | $17,217 | 2010–2026 |
| Chevrolet | TrailBlazer | 7322 | $21,739 | 2021–2026 |
| Nissan | Altima | 7318 | $17,962 | 2010–2026 |
| Honda | HR-V | 7215 | $23,764 | 2016–2027 |
| Nissan | Versa | 7206 | $15,460 | 2010–2025 |
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