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7 New Cars That Give You the Best Bang for Your Buck in 2024

April 22, 2024

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Written by Gabrielle Olya

Edited by Chris Cluff

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If you’re a cost-conscious car shopper, the good news is that cars are slowly becoming more affordable. According to Cars.com’s 2024 Affordability Report, “the retail environment is more accessible to consumers than it has been for months” and the inventory of new vehicles under $30,000 is up 77% year over year.

The report also identified the best-value cars by segment. To find these standout cars, Cars.com analyzed 85 new vehicles based on features like safety technology, median list prices and annual fuel costs.

Here’s a look at the best-value new cars in each category.