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Explore cars for sale under £5000

Whether you're looking for an easy-to-drive hatchback, an economical city car in a low insurance group, or a sports coupé with some bite, you'll find something to suit in our collection of cars under £5,000. If you're buying your first car or simply need a new set of wheels, a £5,000 budget provides plenty of options. Take a look at our buying guide if you need inspiration or have a burning question on what to look for when choosing a car. Complete an instant online vehicle check once you've found the right car to see its history and avoid unwanted surprises.

Used cars available to reserve

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Ford Focus

ULEZ

Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec Hatchback 5dr Petrol Powershift Euro 5 (125 ps)

2014 (14 reg) | 71,900 miles

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£4,995
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Dacia Duster

12 MONTHS RAC WARRANTY

Dacia Duster 1.5 dCi 110 Laureate 5dr 4X4

2015 (15 reg) | 66,726 miles

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£4,595
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BMW 3 Series

20 Road Tax/Auto/Long MOT

BMW 3 Series 2.0 320d ED EfficientDynamics Auto Euro 5 (s/s) 4dr

2015 (15 reg) | 126,000 miles

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Used vehicles

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£4,999

  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeEstate
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size3.2 litres
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£3,990

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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£3,490

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.4 litres
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£4,995

Fair price
  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeSUV
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.5 litres
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