Best Interiors Under $50,000 for 2025

When you spend time in your car, you begin to realize the benefits of superior interior design. Sure, you want your car to look good, inside and out, but interior design goes beyond appearance. When our editors evaluate a car interior, we consider function and feel. We touch everything, turn every knob, punch every button, slide every lever. We operate the infotainment system, adjust the seats, open and close the windows, and admire the night sky through the panoramic roof (editors never rest). These and other factors contributed to our selection of the best interiors under $50,000 for 2025.

Only new 2025 model year vehicles with base prices (including destination fees) below $50,000 qualified for consideration, leaving us with hundreds of cars, trucks, and SUVs to evaluate. Previous-year models were included in our consideration — if they were good last year, they were worth looking at again this year.

Here are the 10 best interiors under $50,000, presented alphabetically by brand.

1. 2025 Buick Enclave

Wouldn’t you really rather have a Buick? That’s what GM’s ad agencies asked in the 1960s. The 2025 Buick Enclave should inspire the latest Mad Men to revive that catchy jingle. The midsize 3-row SUV has one of the nicest interiors Buick has produced in years. A single tasteful 30-inch horizontal trapezoidal frame encloses a digital dashboard and infotainment screen. The dash is low and layered, visually stretching the cabin’s width. Ample use of bright polished metal lends elegance and weight, and a beefy steering wheel delivers a solid feel to the driver. The second and third rows are comfortable and well-appointed. Even adults will be content in the third-row seats (for a while). The airy, open cabin is nothing short of gorgeous. Buick just needs to get more people to experience the Enclave’s interior and ask the right people the question — they’ll be pleasantly surprised by the answer.

“Remove the big Buick logo from the steering wheel and your passengers will swear you’re driving a Lexus or a Cadillac. The wide screen and Bose audio system are obvious highlights. Contrasting accents in blue, black, brown, or gray add an upscale vibe.” — Executive Editor Brian Moody

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2. 2025 Genesis G70

Low-slung, sleek, and sporty, the 2025 Genesis G70 is athletic and attractive. Despite the premium cabin and performance DNA, it’s surprisingly affordable. Quilted fabrics with contrast stitching, matte-finish metallic surfaces, and quality materials put the G70 firmly in the luxury class. The base G70 has a very comfortable interior, with a 12-way power driver’s seat, heated front seats, a 10.25-inch center screen, an 8-inch instrument display, adaptive cruise control, and Highway Driving Assist. Leatherette upholstery is standard, with genuine leather available as an upgrade. Other extras include the Sport Prestige package ($4,200) with a sunroof, power front seats with 4-way power lumbar support, and more.

“I keep waiting for Genesis to cut a corner; it never happens. Every vehicle they build is excellent inside and out. The G70 is especially plush and has top-of-the-class written all over it. Every Genesis, every time, is amazing.” – Brian Moody

“Clean and contemporary with just the right design details, settling into any Genesis vehicle feels a bit like walking into the newest, coolest, most modern house in the Hollywood Hills.” — Creative Director Jason Allan

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3. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe

Futuristic, rugged looks and a value-packed cabin make the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe another enormously appealing family hauler. Standard 3-row seating and lots of cargo space make it a good fit for larger families, with 7-passenger seating in all but the top-spec Calligraphy model, which gets second-row captain’s chairs and six total seats. While it’s not standard equipment, the Panoramic Curved Display is tech from a price bracket above, presenting a seamless screen from the instrument panel all the way through the center of the dash. Dual wireless device charging pads, Nappa leather upholstery, and a head-up display are also available. Materials throughout the cabin are impressive, with a quality look and feel. There’s a lot of space in the Santa Fe, too, with 14.6 cubic feet behind the third row and 79.6 cubic feet with both rows folded flat.

“If you ever wondered whether a midsize-ish SUV could feel like a great hall inside, step into the Hyundai Santa Fe and experience the answer. This SUV’s exterior angles pay dividends inside, creating ample space in a minimalist yet tech-forward design. Thoughtful options also abound, from dual wireless phone chargers and the nifty UV-C sanitizing glove box to the front relaxation seats that fold out when the car is parked.” – Senior Editor Matt Degen

“The Hyundai Santa Fe’s interior is a nice blend of form and function. This interior design is clean and simple without being too sparse, and it has a just-right balance of screens and physical controls” – Senior Editor Eric Brandt

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4. 2025 Kia K4

Though it is priced like an economy car, the 2025 Kia K4’s interior belies its price. This roomy, comfortable, compact sedan brims with elegant design, delightfully surprising features, advanced technology, and solid build quality. Tech-forward drivers appreciate the standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone projection, a feature once reserved for luxury cars. The K4’s seats are generously padded and deliver comfort over long rides, and the trunk is voluminous and smartly finished. Pro tip: Even the fleet versions of the K4 come well-equipped, so choose one when you need a rental car and treat yourself to a nice, functional interior for a bargain price. You might find yourself shopping for a K4 when you return to home base.

“Stepping into Kia’s newest sedan is a surprising treat. During a week of testing, I kept marveling at how Kia could pack so much tech and such lofty design into a car at this price. And then there’s the back seat — the stretch-out room here simply feels a class above.” — Matt Degen

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5. 2025 Lincoln Corsair

Lincoln’s lineup has gone upscale and tech-friendly, and the Corsair remains an accessible entry point to the luxury brand. While the bigger Aviator and Navigator get immersive wrap-around screens, the Corsair uses a simpler center-mounted 13.2-inch capacitive touchscreen and a 12.3-inch color instrument cluster display. The system runs on SYNC 4 with integrated Alexa, and upper trim levels come with a high-end Revel sound system. Acoustic laminated windshield glass and active noise control assure that you can enjoy your audio experience, which also includes “Symphonic Chimes” — a great innovation for those who hate the seat-belt buzzers of old.

“The Corsair’s interior demonstrates an ability to blend the old with the new. It is technologically advanced where it counts without sacrificing functional features, like a physical volume knob and hard buttons for the gear selector.” — Senior Editor Joe Tralongo

“Lincoln has been slowly and consistently upping the quality and luxury of their vehicles over the past few years. The mix of high-quality materials, rich colors, and nicely integrated tech make the Corsair’s interior feel both traditional and modern at the same time.” — Brian Moody

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6. 2025 Mazda CX-90

The 2025 Mazda CX-90 represents another step by Mazda toward luxury status, offering 3-row seating and a taste of what it’s like to own an Acura or a Lexus, with upscale materials and tasteful design. In addition to its potent powertrains and planted-yet-athletic demeanor, the CX-90 offers plenty of front-seat and second-row space, a reasonably sized third row, and a lot of standard equipment, including an 8-way power driver’s seat, 3-zone automatic climate control, a 10.25-inch center screen, adaptive cruise control, and much more.

In addition to the standard 8-seat configuration, you can opt for a 2-seat third-row bench and second-row captain’s chairs to bring the tally down to six seats while increasing comfort and ease of access to the third row. The second-row seats are sliding and reclining, with 39.4 inches of legroom and 30.4 inches of legroom in the third row. If you’re looking for cargo space, the CX-90 offers 14.9 cubic feet behind the rear seat or up to 75.2 cubic feet with the seats folded flat.

“This one goes above and beyond. From the elegant instrument cluster and dash design to the tastefully woven tapestry of metal, wood, and fabric, the CX-90 not only punches above its weight, it scores a TKO from every row.” – Joe Tralongo

“It’s barely an exaggeration to say every passenger we’ve ever welcomed into the CX-90 has taken immediate notice of the strikingly attractive interior. Mazda’s desire to move upmarket is being led from the inside.” — Jason Allan

“The interior of the CX-90 looks like it belongs in a Lexus or even a BMW. The colors, patterns, textures, and overall flow are excellent. I think many first-time Mazda shoppers will be surprised.” – Brian Moody

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7. 2025 Subaru Crosstrek

The 2025 Subaru Crosstrek was all-new for 2024, and the upgrades are apparent throughout, but nowhere more so than in the cabin. Sure, you still get all-wheel drive and EyeSight driver assists standard, but you now also get much-improved front seats, with more padding and larger bolsters, a boon both on-road and off. The new Crosstrek has an 11.6-inch touchscreen in all but the base model. It’s not all about luxury accommodations and design, however — the Crosstrek is roomy, with lots of cargo space for its size and decent rear-seat legroom. Given the Crosstrek’s reasonable starting price, you can get a fully loaded model for less than our $50,000 cutoff, so if you would like some extra equipment, check out the Limited model with a power driver’s seat, leather-trimmed upholstery and accents, and more.

“We love the Crosstrek’s roomy rear seat, comfortable driving position, and excellent forward visibility. However, its portrait-style touchscreen could use a refresh, as it incorporates too many functions into one place and can sometimes be slow to respond.” — Joe Tralongo

“Sturdy and robust yet boasting impressive tech, the Subaru Crosstrek proves form and function can happily co-exist. Subaru, of course, also thought of its active lifestyle buyers, endowing the Crosstrek with features like fold-flat rear seats to better accommodate gear and even a black fabric roof to hide stains from, say a bike tire rubbing against it.” – Matt Degen

“The Subaru Crosstrek shows that you can have a great-looking interior that’s also practical. Materials are designed for the outdoors and are done in cool colors and patterns. It’s surprisingly quiet inside and has loads of cargo space for this subcompact SUV’s size.” — Senior Editor Allyson Harwood

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8. 2025 Ram 1500

The 800-pound gorillas of the full-size pickup truck world, the Ford F-150, Chevrolet Silverado, and GMC Sierra, may outsell the Ram 1500, but the underdog Ram has it all over the other guys when it comes to interior style and function. The Ram manages to look tailored and macho without going over the top, and has the best storage and work functions built into its center console. If you run your business out of your truck, the Ram might be for you.

“When you go beyond the work trucks, the Ram 1500 is a spacious luxury car in truck’s clothing. For 2025, the Ram adds useful touches like a 10-inch screen for the front passenger, new Uconnect, and a dual wireless phone charger. Upscale options like 23-speaker audio, air suspension, and a dual-pane sunroof zhuzh up the cabin even more.” — Allyson Harwood

“Although it’s built to tackle tough jobs and get dirty, the Ram 1500’s interior is so upscale that men may choose to wipe their feet before getting in without first being told to do so.” — Joe Tralongo

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9. 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander

Yet another model that was all-new just last year, the 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander is a 3-row, family-first SUV that puts comfort and quality at the forefront. Aesthetically, the Grand Highlander reflects some ruggedness but adds softer edges and a focus on comfort. The base Grand Highlander XLE and midrange Limited should both stay comfortably under our $50,000 ceiling, offering features like wireless smartphone integration, adaptive cruise control, JBL audio, heated front and second-row seats, perforated leather upholstery, and much more. A panoramic moonroof is a $1,350 option, with or without the available second-row bench seat configuration. Thoughtful family-friendly equipment is standard, like second-row retractable sunshades, a total of 13 cupholders, 3-zone automatic climate control, wireless device charging, and easy-clean SofTex simulated leather upholstery.

“Toyota’s Grand Highlander combines utility with a subtle degree of luxury. Owners will still impress friends and coworkers with their frugal side.” – Brian Moody

“I was skeptical of the Toyota Grand Highlander’s price tag in its pricier hybrid trims until I drove one. The interior quality justifies the sticker price. And as a father of five, I appreciate that it has a third row and cargo space that families can actually use.” — Eric Brandt

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10. 2025 Volkswagen Atlas

The 2025 Volkswagen Atlas is an impressive offering. The 3-row family SUV has a clean, simple design, quality materials, and a strong standard feature set. Given the Atlas’ affordable starting price, you can add an excellent slate of options, including available features like rear-window sunshades, a panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, a head-up display, heated second-row seats, and other conveniences. The second row is a bench by default, but you can change that to captain’s chairs for easier third-row access and greater second-row comfort. If you only need two rows, choose the Atlas Cross Sport, which has many of the same interior features as the 3-row Atlas.

“Frankly, the interior is one of the main reasons the average SUV shopper will pick the Atlas over other similar-priced SUVs. The available materials, colors, patterns, trim, and tech are very compelling in the Atlas. Someone at VW made the conscious decision to up their interior game, and it shows.” — Brian Moody

“One of the roomiest interiors in the mainstream midsize SUV segment is also among the richest. In design and materials, the Atlas does a convincing impression of a premium-badged vehicle.” — Jason Allan

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10 Best Interiors Under $50,000

1. 2025 Buick Enclave
2. 2025 Genesis G70
3. 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe
4. 2025 Kia K4
5. 2025 Lincoln Corsair
6. 2025 Mazda CX-90
7. 2025 Subaru Crosstrek
8. 2025 Ram 1500
9. 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander
10. 2025 Volkswagen Atlas