9. Nissan Rogue
With a price tag under $25,000, the Nissan Rogue is something of a pleasant surprise. It sees some of the best fuel economy in its class (26/33 MPG) and manages to deliver 170 HP from its 4-cylinder engine, which is more than ample power for touring around town or hitting the highway.
It also boasts the Around View monitoring system, and the available third row seat (costs extra) is a must for growing families.
10. Toyota RAV4
Don’t leave Toyota out of the running. The Toyota RAV4 might be a compact SUV, but it still delivers a lot that you’ll love. With 31 MPG on the highway and 24 MPG in town, it’s economical. It also manages to provide a surprising amount of space inside for passengers and gear. Plus, it’s a Toyota, so you get reliability and plenty of use life, too. The base price is $24,500, and the RAV4 brings several tech features to the table, including a blind spot monitoring system and a lane departure warning system.
As you can see, there are plenty of great SUVs under 30,000, giving you more bang for your buck.
