The Best Used Cars Under $20K | Consumer Reports

When it comes to buying used cars, we've got you covered. Our list of the Best Used Cars includes models with key safety features to help you make the best choice that fits your budget.

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[morejelloplease]

I appreciate the hype and all, however your CX-5 info/photo is incorrect. you say 2013-2015, but the photo is of a 2016, specifically a 2016 or 2016.5 grand touring with the tech pkg. The facelift was announced in 2014 and was on display at shows as a 2016 year model. the .5 was mazda going "all-in" with extra features before another redesign for 2017. I know this because I bought one after i got screwed over by honda with their new ridgeline. it was my 9th honda to be exact and had many factory flaws. the local dealer brushed me off, corporate got involved, district mangers yelled in my face so i jumped ship and will never buy another honda again. (see my videos about my experience). Hondas aren't what they used to be, their newer products and customer service are sub-par.

[neorick]

A used car for 20k is considered budget these days? Cars need to get cheaper

[zachg]

Infiniti G owner here! I agree fantastic value, power, looks, features and reliability. Great buy.

[JakeRoot]

Almost bought myself a used 2015 CX-5 with a 6-speed manual, but the featureless Sport model really put me off. Maybe one day, if I need an SUV, I'll consider it again.

[deet]

So what about the Mazda 6? Once again it gets push to sidelines, you can pick up a 2014-2015 for under 20k and even a 2016 depending on the trimlevel and milage, and i sure know that it's a better car than a Camry.

[BryceLovesTech]

When you said Honda ridgeline I threw up in my mouth

[Tardisius]

How can you recommend Toyota? In 2014 they were fined 1.2 BILLION for intentionally lying to customers about safety defects resulting in 12 deaths.

[jetfowl]

Interesting how Consumer Reports finds the best compact used car is a Mazda... but choses a Toyota Corolla as the best compact new car.

Toyota doesn't hold up for the 30 seconds it takes to drive off the lot? And if that's the case, why are you recommending a car that becomes so bad so quick?

[DeadofWinter]

A Mazda 3 the best compact car? Lmfao. I had one. It was my first, and last.

[AnsrMax]

Whether imported from Japan or assembled in the US, Japanese cars have been affected by fukushima nuclear fallout. Why are the auto journalists ignoring this?