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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.

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Mercedes-Benz A Class

AUTOMATIC - CHEAP TAX

Mercedes-Benz A Class 1.8 A180 CDI SE 7G-DCT Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

2013 (63 reg) | 124,000 miles

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BMW X3

PX TO CLEAR/MASSIVE SPEC

BMW X3 2.0 20d SE Auto xDrive Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

2013 (13 reg) | 118,328 miles

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BMW 3 Series

PAN ROOF+HTD SEATS+PRO NAV+CAM

BMW 3 Series 2.0 320d BluePerformance M Sport Touring Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

2015 (15 reg) | 154,000 miles

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Used vehicles

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size1.8 litres
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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeSUV
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors4 doors
  • Body typeSaloon
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeEstate
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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