Edmunds Highlights Top Five Cars Under $30,000

Selection criteria include comfort, fuel economy, driver assist features and practicality.

Edmunds has selected five standout vehicles with starting prices less than $30,000, taking into account qualities such as comfort, fuel economy, driver assist features and practicality.
The Honda Civic, available as a sedan or hatchback, boasts roomy seating, high fuel economy, and a pleasing amount of standard features even on the base LX trim level, with a starting price of $25,045.
The Kia K5 stands out with its distinctive styling and affordable price, with a starting price of $26,515.
The Subaru BRZ, a fun-to-drive sport coupe, has a starting MSRP of $29,615.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV, a small hatchback, offers a respectable EPA-estimated range of 259 miles on a full charge, with a starting MSRP of $27,495.
The Hyundai Sonata Hybrid can get up to an EPA-estimated 52 mpg and delivers a lot of value for money, with a starting MSRP of $29,565.