The average new vehicle price is nearly $50,000 in 2026. Many drivers are turning to sedans to escape the high costs of popular compact and midsize SUV models.

Luckily for car buyers, there are plenty of new vehicle models that start under $30,000 and still provide great value for the money. I’ve tested some of these models for USA TODAY Cars and would personally purchase at least three of them if I was in the market for a new vehicle.

Here are the best affordable new cars I’ve tested in 2026, ranked, along with the one I’d personally buy over all its competitors.

3. The 2026 Buick Envista Is Refined and Doesn’t Break the Bank

Buick’s Envista is…

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