10 American-Made Cars and SUVs You Can Buy for Less Than $30K

Buying an American-made vehicle doesn't necessarily mean purchasing from a Detroit automaker. Many foreign brands manufacture vehicles in U.S. factories, employing thousands of American workers and contributing to the domestic economy.

To determine which vehicles qualify as American-made, Cars.com analyzed several factors, including location(s) of final assembly, percentage of U.S. and Canadian parts, countries of origin for engines and transmissions, and the size of the U.S. manufacturing workforce. Cars.com then ranked the qualifying vehicles based on their price.

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Based on this analysis, these are the 10 most affordable American-made vehicles — all with starting prices below $30,000.

1. Toyota Corolla LE

• Starting MSRP: $23,125

2. Honda Civic LX

• Starting MSRP: $24,695

3. Toyota Corolla Cross L

• Starting MSRP: $25,235

4. Subaru Crosstrek Base

• Starting MSRP: $26,995

5. Nissan Altima SV

• Starting MSRP: $27,580

6. Honda Accord LX

• Starting MSRP: $28,395

7. Kia Sportage LX

• Starting MSRP: $28,790

8. Hyundai Tucson SE

• Starting MSRP: $29,450

9. Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid S

• Starting MSRP: $29,595

10. Toyota Camry LE

• Starting MSRP: $29,600

This article was provided by MoneyLion.com for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial, legal or tax advice.

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