Best Used Cars by Budget

Every list below ranks real, currently-for-sale used cars: national median asking prices from live VehiSales inventory, EPA fuel economy and NCAP safety stars — no book values, no sponsored placements. Pick a body style and a budget.

SUVs

Under $5,000 — 11 models Under $10,000 — 88 models Under $15,000 — 111 models Under $20,000 — 131 models Under $25,000 — 151 models Under $30,000 — 163 models

Luxury SUVs

Under $10,000 — 21 models Under $15,000 — 24 models Under $20,000 — 27 models Under $25,000 — 29 models Under $30,000 — 33 models

Pickup Trucks

Under $10,000 — 7 models Under $15,000 — 14 models Under $20,000 — 15 models Under $25,000 — 19 models Under $30,000 — 21 models

Sedans

Under $5,000 — 15 models Under $10,000 — 68 models Under $15,000 — 85 models Under $20,000 — 105 models Under $25,000 — 110 models Under $30,000 — 118 models

Minivans

Under $10,000 — 10 models Under $15,000 — 17 models Under $20,000 — 22 models Under $25,000 — 23 models Under $30,000 — 23 models

Hatchbacks

Under $10,000 — 19 models Under $15,000 — 30 models Under $20,000 — 32 models Under $25,000 — 36 models Under $30,000 — 37 models

Sports Cars

Under $15,000 — 9 models Under $20,000 — 10 models Under $25,000 — 10 models Under $30,000 — 12 models

See also: Used car prices by model · Model comparisons · Most fuel-efficient cars.