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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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£4,690
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Volkswagen Golf

SH + 2KEYS + SENSORS + SAT NAV

Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI Match DSG Euro 5 5dr

2012 (12 reg) | 95,407 miles

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£3,990

Volkswagen Scirocco

Volkswagen Scirocco TSI GT Hatchback 2.0 Automatic Petrol 3dr

2009 (58 reg) | 88,544 miles

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£4,500
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Mazda Mazda3

READY TO GO!

Mazda3 2.0 SKYACTIV-G Sport Nav Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (120 ps)

2014 (64 reg) | 121,165 miles

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Used vehicles

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£4,295

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeSUV
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.4 litres
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£4,195

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeSUV
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.5 litres
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£4,690

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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£4,495

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size1.2 litres
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