6 new and used cars you can get for less than $30,000
Sometimes luxury vehicles can be purchased for non-luxury prices.
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Each week, Boston.com profiles several cars that consumers can find for below a certain price point in an effort to help you find your dream car faster. The cars listed include new and used models and any financial incentives currently available. Prices posted here are either starting MSRPs for newer vehicles or based on Kelley Blue Book’s Fair Purchase Price for used vehicles.
2016 Acura ILX
2016 Acura ILX.
Starting MSRP: $27,900
Why it’s worth the price: The Acura ILX is a luxury car that without a luxury price tag. It gets a strong fuel economy of 25 mpg city / 26 highway and comes standard with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that puts out 201 horsepower. It also has comfortable and roomy front seats, Bluetooth, Siri Eyes Free phone integration, a multi-view rearview camera, and plenty of trunk space. Optional features include voice recognition technology and a seven-inch display screen.
The ILX was named a Top Safety Pick+ winner by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Safety features like adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation, and lane keeping assist are available with the AcuraWatch Plus package, which boosts the price to about $29,000.
Current incentives: Contact your local Acura dealership for offers and incentives.
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $23,938
Why it’s worth the price: When it was new, the 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class started at $52,650. Today, a used E-Class costs less than half of its original price.
The E-Class is available in a coupe, sedan, a wagon, or a convertible body style and several strong engine choices. Standard features include a sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, Bluetooth, and HD Radio.
The E-Class is another Top Safety Pick+ winner with available automatic braking and forward collision warning. It also has driver drowsiness monitoring, a system that gauges the driver’s behavior for signs of exhaustion and encourages a break from driving.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class in good or better condition can range from as little as $22,060 to as much as $25,815 and has a typical mileage of about 65,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2016 Nissan Murano
2016 Nissan Murano.
Starting MSRP: $29,740
Why it’s worth the price: The Murano is a great pick among midsize SUVs. It has an attractive interior with ergonomic seats and a quiet cabin thanks to sound-dampening materials. Standard features include a rearview camera, dual-zone climate control, Bluetooth, a six-speaker sound system, and an infotainment system with a seven-inch display.
Higher trims include a panoramic moonroof, a 360-degree camera, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert.
The Murano was named a Top Safety Pick+ winner by IIHS, and its front-crash prevention system earned the institute’s highest possible grade.
Current incentives: Contact your local Nissan dealership for offers and incentives.
2012 BMW 7 Series
2012 BMW 7 Series.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $28,171
Why it’s worth the price: The 2012 BMW 7 Series is another luxury car that offers tremendous savings as a used vehicle—when it was new, it started at $71,000.
The 7 Series comes with either a V8 or a V12 engine that both provide an exhilarating driving experience. It has a high-quality interior with plenty of room for passengers, heated and cooled seats, and satellite radio.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2012 BMW 7 Series in good or better condition can range from as little as $25,931 to as much as $30,410 and has a typical mileage of about 61,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
2016 Chevrolet Camaro
2016 Chevrolet Camaro.
Starting MSRP: $25,700
Why it’s worth the price: The Chevrolet Camaro is one of the most iconic sports cars available today. It was redesigned for 2016 with a new standard 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that delivers 275 horsepower and has an above average fuel economy of 21 mpg city / 30 mpg highway. A more powerful V6 engine that gets 335 horsepower is also available, but it produces a lower fuel economy.
For real power, opt for the Camaro SS, which has a 6.2-liter V8 engine that cranks out 455 horsepower and 455 pound-feet of torque.
Current incentives: Chevrolet is currently offering to lease the Camaro1LT for $259 per month for 39 months, with $3,559 due at signing. Contact your local Chevrolet dealership for more information.
2010 Porsche Boxster
2010 Porsche Boxster.
KBB.com Fair Purchase Price: $27,549
Why it’s worth the price: The Porsche Boxster is an attractive luxury sports car that comes with powerful engine choices and an attractive design. It’s a thrilling car to drive, features comfortable and attractive seats, has an optional convertible hardtop, and two cargo areas. Its base engine produces 255 horsepower, while a more powerful option offers up to 310 horsepower.
Current incentives: Kelley Blue Book researchers indicate a 2010 Porsche Boxster in good or better condition can range from as little as $25,563 to as much as $29,534 and has a typical mileage of about 32,000. Search local used car dealerships to find one.
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