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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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£4,895
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Mazda Mazda6

FSH|2KEYS|BT|CC|KEYLESS ENTRY

Mazda6 2.0 SKYACTIV-G SE Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 4dr

2016 (66 reg) | 92,996 miles

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£4,000
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BMW 1 Series

7 MONTH WARRANTY

BMW 1 Series 2.0 116d Sport Euro 5 (s/s) 3dr

2013 (63 reg) | 84,407 miles

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MRRP

£23,750

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£4,495

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£19,255

Mazda Mazda6

2.3TURBO,RARE,STRONG,RELIABLE

Mazda 6 2.3 MPS 4d 254 BHP CLEAN,FULLMOT,SERVICED,RARE

2006 (06 reg) | 86,000 miles

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Used vehicles

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£4,150

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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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£4,895

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors4 doors
  • Body typeSaloon
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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£4,000

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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£3,995

Good price
  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.2 litres
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