$20,000 - $30,000 20 MPG or Better
Auto Type
- Small Cars (12)
- SUVs (5)
- Mid-Size Cars (6)
- Sports Cars (1)
- Wagons (3)
- Hybrids (2)
- MSRP: $28,960 - $32,060
- Invoice: $26,638 - $29,481
- MPG: 20 City / 28 Hwy
Acura TSX
The TSX is considered one of the most stable vehicles on the road, and it provides many luxury items standard in its cabin when competitors offer them in pricey option packages. In previous years, ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.5 |
| Performance: | 6.5 |
| Exterior: | 6.7 |
| Interior: | 8.2 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $23,895 - $23,895
- Invoice: $22,581 - $22,581
- MPG: 24 City / 32 Hwy
Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid
If you like the style of the redesigned Malibu and you live in the Northeast or West Coast, it could be tempting to consider the Malibu Hybrid. It does come for a lower price ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: $20,100 - $27,330
- Invoice: $18,937 - $25,315
- MPG: 22 City / 28 Hwy
Ford Escape
Ford has sold more than one million Escapes since the model was introduced in 2001. For 2008, the Escape gets an upgraded exterior and interior, though its performance essentials have changed little. It shares ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $15,405 - $24,205
- Invoice: $14,204 - $22,276
- MPG: 26 City / 34 Hwy
Honda Civic
Millions of Honda Civics on the road today attest to the fact that these small cars are as durable as the Civic nameplate. The Civic was introduced by Honda in 1973 and has since ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $23,550 - $26,750
- Invoice: $21,675 - $24,610
- MPG: 40 City / 45 Hwy
Honda Civic Hybrid
What's 69 inches wide, 56.3 inches tall, and green all over? Since 2003, the best answer to that question has been Honda's Civic Hybrid. Similar to the mainstream Civic in almost everyway, the hybrid ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $21,095 - $27,595
- Invoice: $19,639 - $25,667
- MPG: 20 City / 27 Hwy
Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V is a high-ranking longtime competitor to the Toyota RAV4, which it now outsells. Introduced in 1996, the CR-V was last redesigned in 2007, when it won Motor Week's Driver's Choice for ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $17,715 - $23,825
- Invoice: $16,621 - $22,181
- MPG: 23 (2008) City / 28 (2008) Hwy
Jeep Compass
The Jeep Compass is Jeep's first crossover and the manufacturer's only vehicle that lacks off-road abilities. The Compass got a recalibrated drivetrain and new standard features for 2008. Despite a low base price and ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $16,790 - $23,230
- Invoice: $15,759 - $21,619
- MPG: 23 (2008) City / 28 (2008) Hwy
Jeep Patriot
The Patriot is a good value for those who want an affordable off-roader that can also function as a daily driver. However, its cabin is full of cheap materials and its rear seats are ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $16,355 - $20,500
- Invoice: $15,435 - $18,985
- MPG: 21 City / 31 Hwy
Kia Optima
If you're a frugal, practical person with an interest in a fuel efficient vehicle (and honestly, who isn't?) then the Optima will appeal to you. It has the lowest MSRP of the affordable midsize ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.3 |
| Performance: | 7.8 |
| Exterior: | 6.9 |
| Interior: | 7.6 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability: | 6.0 |
- MSRP: $14,490 - $21,545
- Invoice: $13,590 - $20,169
- MPG: 24 (Est) City / 32 (Est) Hwy
Mazda3
Auto writers believe the Mazda3 is a good value -- offering sleek, modern styling with zippy performance for an affordable price. Reviewers warn, however, that although its interior cabin is luxurious for its price ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $17,995 - $22,675
- Invoice: $16,865 - $21,229
- MPG: 22 (Est) City / 28 (Est) Hwy
Mazda Mazda5
The Mazda Mazda5 (sold as the Premacy in other markets) offers mini-van like capabilities alongside Mazdas zoom-zoom driving experience. Its features include three rows of seats and sliding doors. For 2008, it got a ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $20,635 - $28,210
- Invoice: $19,081 - $26,058
- MPG: 22 City / 27 Hwy
Mazda MX-5 Miata
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is listed in the 2000 Guinness Book of World Records as the best-selling two-seat convertible in automotive history. Introduced in 1989 as a 1990 model, the Mazda MX-5 Miata sport ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.9 |
| Performance: | 8.7 |
| Exterior: | 7.7 |
| Interior: | 6.5 |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | 7.0 |
- MSRP: $18,550 - $28,550
- Invoice: $16,695 - $25,695
- MPG: 26 City / 34 Hwy
MINI Cooper
What a '57 Chevy is to America, the MINI Cooper is to the UK. It's a little ironic, then, that the British icon is now produced by Germans. BMW-owned MINI introduced the Cooper in ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $26,650 - $26,650
- Invoice: $24,976 - $24,976
- MPG: 35 City / 33 Hwy
Nissan Altima Hybrid
Although it has peppy performance and good gas mileage, the Altima Hybrid is a significant investment, even by a hybrid sedan's standards. Availability limited to eight states makes it harder to get than a ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $20,220 - $23,010
- Invoice: $19,278 - $21,450
- MPG: 22 City / 27 Hwy
Nissan Rogue
One of the newest small SUVs on the market, the Nissan Rogue offers sporty styling and practicality at an affordable price. The Nissan Rogue is an affordable compact crossover SUV introduced in 2008. The ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $16,730 - $19,660
- Invoice: $15,823 - $18,334
- MPG: 24 City / 30 Hwy
Nissan Sentra
The Sentra is comfortable and fuel-efficient, but can't match competitors in overall performance and styling. Look elsewhere for more power, better handling or an eye-catching exterior. Nissan introduced the Sentra sedan in 1982. It ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $16,100 - $20,875
- Invoice: $15,215 - $19,727
- MPG: 21 City / 28 Hwy
Pontiac Vibe
With its SUV-like styling, the Pontiac Vibe is often credited with starting the trend of wagons that look like SUVs. The Pontiac Vibe is an affordable compact wagon introduced as a 2003 model. It ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 6.8 |
| Performance: | 6.5 |
| Exterior: | 7.1 |
| Interior: | 7.4 |
| Safety: | 9.7 |
| Reliability: | 5.0 |
- MSRP: NA
- Invoice: NA
- MPG: - TBD - City / - TBD - Hwy
Saturn VUE Hybrid
The Saturn VUE Green Line is an affordable compact crossover SUV with a gas-electric drivetrain. Still, its fuel economy doesn't compare well to other hybrid SUVs. Expected for 2009 is a two-mode version that ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
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| Overall: | NA |
| Performance: | NA |
| Exterior: | NA |
| Interior: | NA |
| Safety: | NA |
| Reliability: | NA |
- MSRP: $16,995 - $21,495
- Invoice: $16,246 - $20,399
- MPG: 20 City / 27 Hwy
Subaru Impreza
The Impreza has standard all-wheel drive, which enhances overall handling and safety. Its fuel economy is competitive, too. Where the Impreza loses points are its bland styling and outdated powertrain. Critics also complain of ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 7.2 |
| Performance: | 7.1 |
| Exterior: | 5.6 |
| Interior: | 7.7 |
| Safety: | 9.8 |
| Reliability: | 4.0 |
- MSRP: $26,150 - $26,150
- Invoice: $23,534 - $23,534
- MPG: 33 City / 34 Hwy
Toyota Camry Hybrid
If you don't need the affirmation of others knowing you're saving the environment, you'll find plenty to love with the Toyota Camry Hybrid. It has the spaciousness of the traditional sedan, save for the ...
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| U.S.News Scores | |
|---|---|
| Overall: | 8.8 |
| Performance: | 7.4 |
| Exterior: | 7.6 |
| Interior: | 8.0 |
| Safety: | 9.3 |
| Reliability: | 10.0 |
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