Whether you're a busy professional seeking comfortable transportation, a parent seeking reliability and low cost in a family vehicle, or an outdoor enthusiast needing off -road capability, the used-SUV market off ers a spectrum of options for less than $35,000. The hard part is figuring out which SUV will be best for you. Each of the five best-value used SUVs in this price range has an appealing mix of functionality and style plus a proven ability to meet drivers' needs without breaking the bank.

The following SUVs are organized by category; their estimated price ranges are what you can typically expect to pay at a nationwide nohaggle dealership such as CarMax or Carvana. SMALL SUV Mazda CX-50 Mazda's CX-50 stands out in this c ategory by being fun to drive and having an interior that rivals luxury models in materials and design. Every CX-50 comes with all-wheel drive, too.

Mazda released the CX-50 for 2023. If you are struggling to find one that you like, know that the Mazda CX-5 is pretty similar and is more widely available as a used vehicle. Look for: Two engines are available for the CX-50: a base four-cylinder engine or an available turbocharged version.

You'll be fine sticking with the base engine. 2023 CX-50 pricing: about $28,000 to $38,000 MIDSIZE SUV Honda Passport The two-row Passport is smaller than Honda's threerow Pilot but bigger than the Honda CR-V. It matches what many buyers want thanks to its V-6 engine and roomy interior.

Passports were first available wi.