Best used cars under $30,000
Cars under $30,000
We've compiled a list of the 10 most popular used cars under $30,000 with CarMax customers. Learn more about how our lists work.
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![2019 Toyota Camry Hybrid SE](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/148Cb86dW48gHlArn49uLC/e1024660824d2ea1d040c223836bfcbc/2019_Toyota_Camry_Hybrid_SE_13071_cc2400_001_221.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
1. Toyota Camry
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Pros
Comfortable and spacious interior Smooth ride and quiet cabin User-friendly tech features
Cons
The base engine lacks excitement A plain, uninspiring interior Smaller cargo capacity than rivals
![2024 Toyota Corolla SE](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/Tgr1QRRfnrD1tjo1oZ1QG/fb632bd7e06e4f08f06206cf15444f7d/2024_Toyota_Corolla_SE_53512_cc2400_001_2PS.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
2. Toyota Corolla
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![2021 Honda Civic LX](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/2XmMC7kGhpm9ILmyeOyDpa/683f4ecd71ab63ec9796be22bb23ab55/2021_Honda_Civic_LX_15455_cc2400_001_SI.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
3. Honda Civic
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Pros
Appealing exterior design Multiple engine options to choose from Balanced handling
Cons
Noticeable road noise at higher speeds Somewhat unintuitive infotainment system Lackluster base engine
![2024 Honda Accord EX](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/3vTTJmbVy9zAIsa1zXQLWJ/27b858d7a5834f1da641f830711d4edb/2024_Honda_Accord_EX_53482_cc2400_001_RN.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
4. Honda Accord
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![2023 Nissan Sentra SV](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/35ShsKmtmvclAMiLywFQNb/73b74101ce61e0b1ac7863a610731c5f/2023_Nissan_Sentra_SV_52482_cc2400_001_NBL.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
5. Nissan Sentra
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![2022 Nissan Altima SR-VC Turbo](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/1XPNMQODvycqQRqnY01bx0/0c2b02d169c0db233c29f326f16f7bd9/2022_Nissan_Altima_SR-VC_Turbo_47219_spin_2400_EBL_001.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
6. Nissan Altima
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![2023 Hyundai Elantra Limited](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/5CrIjYWEoih4KmOFvPsk1r/2c90818a5e7cd66e4d6202b8e4bfa297/2023_Hyundai_Elantra_Limited_51027_cc2400_001_W6H.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
7. Hyundai Elantra
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![2021 Hyundai Sonata SEL Plus](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/3kAfSkdUhOonvasunnwU2z/b9d059b52bab72cf3e6a3458ac13bb24/2021_Hyundai_Sonata_SEL_Plus_15434_cc2400_001_Y2E.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
8. Hyundai Sonata
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![2021 Kia Forte EX](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/4reAT1pNqqvwDTgP6bU0PQ/0b929f817f1604bfda2e84683142cf5d/2021_Kia_Forte_EX_15359_cc2400_001_4SS.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
9. Kia Forte
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Pros
Available turbocharged engine Standard smartphone integration High fuel economy
Cons
Limited rear legroom Firm ride Vague steering
![2022 Volkswagen Jetta SEL](https://content-images.carmax.com/qeontfmijmzv/2BUepDFE9f3QZSF6d4Mp6G/5c1081f35762232e2bf4181e955bd90d/2022_Volkswagen_Jetta_SEL_43827_spin_2400_P8P8_001.png?w=260&h=100&fit=thumb&fm=webp)
10. Volkswagen Jetta
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How we ranked this list
To create our "Best Of" lists, our analysts look at CarMax vehicle and sales data over a recent 6-month period, from December 2023 through May 2024. Looking back over a 6-month period allows for the highest sample size possible while also providing up-to-date pricing information. Some articles may include data points with lower sample sizes.
RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2006-2020 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features. RepairPal Reliability Ratings are provided by RepairPal and CarMax is not responsible for their accuracy.
Fuel economy figures are based on EPA estimates for when vehicle sold as new. Fuel economy may vary for reasons like driving conditions and vehicle history. Unless specified, figures are for vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission. See fueleconomy.gov.
Range figures are based on EPA estimates for when vehicle sold as new and assume a full battery charge. Range will vary based on things like battery age, vehicle condition and history, driving and charging habits, accessory use, and driving conditions. Battery capacity may decrease with time and use. See fueleconomy.gov for more info.
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