Get an amazing truck without sacrificing affordability! There's a misconception that buying a new truck is going to break the bank. In reality, some trucks don't come with a price tag much steeper than cars or compact SUVs. Trucks in this price point offer power, comfort, technology, and safety for drivers and their passengers. These trucks are even known as workhorses, able to handle heavy payloads. Passengers are comfortable and safe on the road, saving money through outstanding fuel economy. Three of the best-value trucks include the Chevy Silverado, the Ram 1500, and the Nissan Frontier. Read on to find out more about the best new trucks than can be purchased for under $30,000.

A 2020 Chevrolet Silverado (work truck), with standard features and a regular cab comes in at $29,895. That's not to say that other models and customization options don't shoot the price up to $40-55 thousand, but the work truck provides plenty of bang for the buck, making it a great option for personal use and company fleets. The Silverado name promises reliability and strength, and GMC's classic 4.3 liter V-6 engine (in the base model) can stand up to nearly any task. A couple of standout features for the Silverado include its towing capacity and quiet, roomy cabin. Other offerings have become more in vogue than the Silverado as the years have gone by, but overall this model is still a reliable one and an incredible value at less than $30,000. US News reports best-in-class towing capacity on the Silverado. Potential buyers can't go wrong.

Another spectacular deal is the 2020 Ram 1500 pickup at $29,640. Many reviewers give the nod to the Ram 1500 over the Silverado and there several reasons why. A big one is the coil-spring suspension system. The Ram noticeably handles tougher terrain better than competitors and makes the roughest of roads feel like no big thing. Another area where the Ram can outperform rivals is in fuel economy. A few options exist for fuel intake, including a couple of hybrids and a diesel. Depending on the configuration, the Ram 1500 can achieve vastly better fuel efficiency than the Silverado with at least 20 miles per gallon in the city and 26 on the highway. Even on the base model, testers have raved of a luxury-like interior, whereas most trucks feel more utilitarian on the inside. Of course, there are plenty of amazing upgrades available for an added cost.  US News ranks the Ram 1500 as the No. 1 pickup for 2020.

The 2020 Nissan Frontier deserves a mention on this list as a solid option and the cheapest new pickup in the United States. At around just $20,500, the Frontier gets owners into a truck with no bells and whistles, but all of the necessary boxes checked. The pickup has hardly been changed since 2005, but stands as an efficient and reliable way for a business owner to outfit a fleet. The Frontier will also be favored by individuals who just have the basic need to haul stuff around everyone once in a while without breaking the bank or buying too much truck. Nissan has upgraded the engine of even the standard S version of the Frontier, with a 3.8 liter V-6 engine. The Frontier can pull 6,700 pounds and heft 1400 pounds in its bed. Nothing about the Frontier is sexy - except its price, which can't be beat.