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Best Chevrolets under $30,000

4 popular Chevrolet models you can own under $30,000 — here's what each really costs, cheapest first.

2026 Chevrolet Trax LT
The price to buy it$20,878
A fair price could save$1,122
2026 Chevrolet Trailblazer LT
The price to buy it$24,674
A fair price could save$1,326
2026 Chevrolet Malibu LT
The price to buy it$25,623
A fair price could save$1,377
2026 Chevrolet Equinox LT
The price to buy it$28,470
A fair price could save$1,530
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Which Chevrolet can I get under $30,000?

4 popular Chevrolet models in our guides land at or below $30,000. The most affordable is the 2026 Chevrolet Trax LT, about $20,878 at a fair price.

Which Chevrolet under $30,000 holds its value best?

The 2026 Chevrolet Trax LT keeps its value best — roughly 55% after three years, or about $12,100.

How much should I save to buy a Chevrolet under $30,000?

A common starting point is about 20% up front — for the 2026 Chevrolet Trax LT that's roughly $4,176. Put away about $80 a week and your car fund is ready in a year.

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