The 10 best saloons you can buy for less than 30,000 euros

Saloons make up a segment of survivors that are managing to hold their ground despite the side effect that SUVs have had on sales. They are models that combine technology, a more or less classic design and practicality perfectly, as they allow long journeys without losing an ounce of comfort and space for the whole family. If you are looking for a car with these characteristics, today we present the ten best saloons you can buy for less than 30,000 euros.

After several intense years in which the trend for SUVs has kept growing, saloons are enjoying a second youth thanks to their renewed designs. They feature powerful engines and major technological advances. This sets them apart from the other market segments to some degree. Which are the best saloons you can buy for less than 30,000 euros?

Skoda Octavia

The Skoda Octavia is part of the selection of the ten best saloons you can buy for less than 30,000 euros. It is one of the flagship models of the Czech brand and, moreover, it has just undergone a facelift. It offers a basic yet wide range of engines, including a petrol option, the 1.5 TSI with 150 CV, and two diesels, the 2.0 TDI with 115 CV and 150 CV. Skoda has complemented this saloon with options that are much more environmentally friendly. Drivers can choose between automatic or manual gearboxes and between all-wheel drive or front-wheel drive. It is the most affordable saloon on the list, with a starting price of around 24,240 euros.

Mazda 3 sedán

The next saloon on the list is the Mazda 3 sedán, which has become the mini version of the Mazda 6. The Mazda 3 sedán is a compact-sized saloon that shares the same design language, the same range of engines and even the same equipment as its hatchback sibling. It is important to mention that, regardless of the trim level the driver chooses, Origin, Evolution and Zenith, they will get a saloon with very complete equipment. The engine range starts at 116 CV and goes up to an impressive 180 CV. Its starting price is 24,665 euros.

Toyota Corolla sedán

The Japanese brand has revived the Corolla name to bring to life the successor of the already legendary Toyota Auris. This new saloon version boasts the ECO sticker from the Spanish Directorate-General for Traffic. It is only available with hybrid engines, starting at 122 CV and topping out at 180 CV. The model has now improved noticeably in design, presentation, finishes and even equipment. It is worth highlighting that every option comes with a generous package of safety and comfort features. Among the driver assistance systems, notable ones include pre-collision assist, lane departure warning, automatic emergency braking, traffic sign recognition assist and adaptive cruise control, among others. The starting price of this saloon you can buy is 25,900 euros.

Opel Insignia Grand Sport

The next model in the selection of the best saloons you can buy for less than 30,000 euros is the Opel Insignia Grand Sport. This saloon from the brand belonging to the PSA Group is available as a five-door body, the Grand Sport, and as an estate, the Sport Tourer. The saloon has now been updated and has even renewed its engine range. The flagship of the brand now features a 1.5-litre diesel with 122 CV and three petrol options: a 1.4-litre turbo three-cylinder with 145 CV and two 2.0-litre turbo engines with 200 and 230 CV respectively. The most powerful options are paired with a nine-speed automatic gearbox, while the simpler ones come with a six-speed manual. All options are front-wheel drive except the 230 CV version, which includes all-wheel drive. Its starting price is 26,300 euros.

Peugeot 508

The Peugeot 508 could not be missing from the selection of the best saloons you can buy for less than 30,000 euros. It is premium and has become one of the flagship models of the lion brand. It is a model that exudes elegance, offers generous space for four passengers and a fairly acceptable boot. It measures 4.83 metres in length and offers agile cornering, the steering is precise and has a very pleasant feel. Drivers can choose it with different engines: three diesels of 120, 150 and 180 CV, a petrol of 165 CV and even a hybrid. This novel saloon has coupé-worthy shapes and a starting price of 27,250 euros.

Hyundai i40

Hyundai also has a place in this selection of the best saloons under 30,000 euros. It is the Hyundai i40, a spacious and comfortable saloon for long journeys. The suspension has been renewed to offer extra comfort. It is available with a four-cylinder 1.5-litre diesel capable of delivering 115 CV and a 1.6-litre GDi petrol option with 136 CV. Both engines are paired with a six-speed manual gearbox and are front-wheel drive. Its starting price stands at 27,695 euros.

Audi A3 sedán

The brand with the four rings continues to lead the premium sector in Spain, which is why the Audi A3 sedán could not be missing from this selection of the best saloons you can buy for less than 30,000 euros. This saloon measures 4.46 metres in length and is derived directly from the Audi A3. It has room for four adult passengers, is quiet, comfortable, and has a smooth and very pleasant ride. You can choose from seven different engines: three diesels of 110, 150 and 184 CV and four petrols of 125, 150, 180 and 300 CV. Among the technological equipment, its Xenon Plus headlights and its voice recognition system, through which some functions are activated, stand out. Its starting price begins at 28,662 euros.

Mercedes-Benz Clase A sedán

The star brand could not be missing from the selection of the best saloons you can buy in 2021 either. The Mercedes-Benz Clase A sedán is a three-box saloon with coupé-inspired lines. It is 13 centimetres shorter than its bigger sibling, the Mercedes-Benz Clase C. The range of engines consists of four petrol options: A 180 with 136 CV, A 200 with 163 CV, A 220 with 190 CV and AMG A 35 with 306 CV, three diesel options: A 180 d with 116 CV, A 200 d with 150 CV, and a plug-in hybrid option called A 250 e with 218 CV of power. It can be chosen with a manual or automatic dual-clutch gearbox with seven or eight speeds. The most powerful versions can be equipped with 4Matic all-wheel drive. Its starting price is 29,550 euros.

Volkswagen Passat

The Volkswagen Passat is one of those legendary saloons with great qualities. It is one of the reference models in its segment. It is a saloon that stands out for its driving quality and its driver assistance systems. It measures 4.8 metres in length but handles the city very well. Drivers can choose their Passat from a wide range of engines: in diesel there is a 1.6 TDI engine with 120 CV, and a 2.0 TDI with 150, 190 and 239 CV. In petrol, power outputs between 125 and 280 CV are available. In addition, the brand offers a version called GTE, which is a plug-in hybrid with a 1.4 TSI petrol engine of 156 CV and an electric motor of 116 CV. Its starting price begins at 29,900 euros.

Skoda Superb

We finish the selection of the best saloons you can buy for less than 30,000 euros with the Skoda Superb. This latest generation has been renewed and has improved its quality and equipment. The engine range reaches 280 CV of power. Elegance, spaciousness, comfort and boot capacity are some of its strong points. Its starting price is around 30,000 euros.