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Best Used SUVs for Under $30,000
July 31, 2014
The summer is still going strong, but before you know it school will be starting. And with school comes sporting practices, dance lessons, music rehearsals, science fairs, and just oodles of other activities that will have you schlepping your family members and their gear all over town.
If you're in need of a larger vehicle that will fit everything comfortably, lucky for you there's some great used SUVs available for under $30,000. US News & World Report's Blog has all the details on these midsize and large SUVs that are not only budget friendly, but rank high in reliability. Those on the list include the 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, 2011 Buick Enclave, and 2012 Mazda CX-9.
And for even greater savings on these SUVs, make sure to use TrueCar No Haggle and CarsDirect for the best prices in your local area.
| Vehicle | Avg. Price Paid |
|---|---|
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | $20,686 to $26,680 |
| 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid | $21,132 to $26,560 |
| 2011 Buick Enclave | $21,419 to $26,408 |
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | $21,611 to $35,537 |
| 2010 Toyota Sequoia | $22,752 to $35,771 |
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