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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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£4,500
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Mazda Mazda6

1K/F:KEEPER+7S/STAMPS+WARRANTY

Mazda6 2.2 SKYACTIV-D SE-L Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

2015 (15 reg) | 66,703 miles

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£3,995
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Ford Focus

Front + rear parking sensors

Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi Zetec S Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

2013 (13 reg) | 83,000 miles

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£4,350
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SEAT Ibiza

clean car+Fresh MOT+Service

SEAT Ibiza 1.4 TSI Cupra Sport Coupe DSG Euro 5 3dr

2013 (13 reg) | 116,800 miles

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Used vehicles

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£4,500

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors4 doors
  • Body typeSaloon
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size2.2 litres
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£3,995

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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£4,350

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size1.4 litres
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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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