Used Cars, Trucks & SUVs for Sale in Knoxville, TN

Quality Used Cars for Sale in Knoxville, Tennessee

Hilltop Car Sales is a locally owned, independent used car dealership at 5619 Clinton Highway in north Knoxville, serving East Tennessee drivers since 2009. Every car, truck and SUV on our lot is personally selected by our owner, comes with a free vehicle history report and is priced fairly from day one. Browse our inventory above to compare fuel-efficient sedans, family SUVs and work-ready pickups — then stop by for a no-pressure test drive.

Used Vehicles by Type

Used SUVs in Knoxville

SUVs make up a big share of our lot, from compact crossovers to three-row family haulers. Shoppers regularly find the Nissan Rogue and Kicks, Ford Escape and EcoSport, Kia Sportage, Chevrolet Equinox, Buick Encore, Jeep Cherokee and Volkswagen Taos, along with larger SUVs like the Kia Telluride, Toyota Highlander, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Santa Fe, Buick Enclave, Toyota 4Runner, Chevrolet Tahoe and INFINITI QX80. Browse all used SUVs.

Used Trucks in Knoxville

Need a truck for Knox County job sites, hauling a boat to Norris Lake or weekends in the Smokies? Look for the Ford F-150, RAM 1500, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, heavy-duty Silverado 2500 and midsize Nissan Frontier — many with 4WD. Shop used trucks in Knoxville.

Used Cars and Sedans

For the daily drive on I-75, I-640, Pellissippi Parkway or into downtown and the University of Tennessee campus, a fuel-efficient sedan keeps costs down. Popular picks include the Nissan Sentra, Altima and Versa, Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Chevrolet Malibu, Ford Fusion, Hyundai Sonata, Kia Optima and Lincoln MKZ. See all used cars.

Hatchbacks

Easy to park and simple to own, hatchbacks like the Kia Soul are a smart choice for first-time drivers, students and city commuters.

Shop Used Cars by Budget

1. Used cars under $10,000 in Knoxville — affordable first cars and second vehicles.
2. Used cars under $15,000 in Knoxville — dependable commuters and compact SUVs.
3. Used car deals — current specials on our lot.

How Every Hilltop Vehicle Is Selected

We don't accept just any trade-in for our lot. Here's what you can count on when you shop with us:

1. Owner-selected inventory. Every vehicle is personally chosen by our owner before it's offered for sale.
2. Clean title standards. We don't sell salvage, flood or lemon vehicles.
3. Free vehicle history reports. We provide a free CARFAX® or AutoCheck® report for every vehicle in our inventory.
4. Independent inspections encouraged. Want your own mechanic to take a look? We encourage it.
5. Extended test drives. Take the time you need to properly evaluate any vehicle.

Used Car Financing for Every Credit Situation

Our finance team works with multiple local and national lenders to help customers with excellent credit, challenged credit or no credit history get approved. We specialize in helping first-time buyers and those rebuilding their credit, including through our own Credit Rebuild Program.

1. Apply for financing online in minutes.
2. Check your credit score range before you shop.
3. Estimate your payment with our car loan calculator.

Trade In or Sell Your Vehicle

Ready to upgrade? Get your trade-in value online and apply it toward your next vehicle, or sell us your car outright. Know someone who's shopping? Ask about our referral program.

Why Knoxville Shoppers Choose Hilltop Over the Big Chains

1. Lower overhead, fair prices: As a locally owned business, we price vehicles fairly from day one — no inflated stickers built for negotiation games.
2. No-pressure sales: Take your time, ask questions and enjoy an extended test drive.
3. Local know-how: We understand East Tennessee roads, hills and weather, and which vehicles hold up best here.
4. Relationships that last: We remember our customers and support them long after the sale.
5. Highly rated: See what our neighbors say in our customer reviews.

Weighing a national chain against a local dealer? Read our guide: CarMax vs. local dealers — the complete pros and cons.

Find Us on Clinton Highway

Hilltop Car Sales is located at 5619 Clinton Hwy, Knoxville, TN 37912, at the traffic light on the corner of Clinton Highway and McLain Street, directly across from Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen and just north of I-640 Exit 1. We're minutes from downtown Knoxville, Fountain City, Powell, Halls and Karns, and we welcome shoppers from across East Tennessee, including Oak Ridge, Clinton, Norris, Maynardville, Blaine, Farragut, Maryville, Alcoa, Lenoir City, Sevierville, La Follette and Rocky Top. Call (865) 249-7172, contact us online or get directions.

Knoxville Used Car FAQs

Where is Hilltop Car Sales located?

We're at 5619 Clinton Hwy in Knoxville, TN 37912, at the light at Clinton Highway and McLain Street, across from Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen and just north of I-640 Exit 1.

Can I have a vehicle inspected by my own mechanic?

Yes. We encourage independent inspections so you can buy with confidence.

Do you provide vehicle history reports?

Yes. We provide a free CARFAX® or AutoCheck® report for every vehicle in our inventory. You can ask an associate or download it from the vehicle detail page.

Do you sell salvage or flood vehicles?

No. We hold to clean title standards and don't sell salvage, flood or lemon vehicles.

Can I get financing with bad credit or no credit?

Yes. We work with multiple local and national lenders and specialize in helping first-time buyers and customers rebuilding credit, including through our Credit Rebuild Program. Apply online.

Do you have used cars under $10,000?

Yes. Browse our used cars under $10,000 and under $15,000.

Can I trade in my car or sell it to you?

Yes. Value your trade-in online or sell us your car.

Do listed prices include taxes and fees?

Prices may not include government fees and taxes, title and registration fees, finance charges, dealer document preparation fees, processing fees, and emission testing and compliance charges.

Are your vehicles sold as-is?

Unless otherwise stated, vehicles are sold as-is. We partner with third-party providers for extended warranties and service plans — ask about available options at the time of purchase.