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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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Vauxhall Insignia

TIMING BELT/ CHAIN DONE

Vauxhall Insignia 2.0 CDTi ecoFLEX SRi VX Line Nav Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

2016 (16 reg) | 92,905 miles

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£4,695
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Mazda Mazda6

£20 TAX + 1 OWNER + FSH

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

2016 (65 reg) | 94,265 miles

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£3,990
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SEAT Ibiza

FINANCE|WARRANTY|AA COVER|MOT✅

SEAT Ibiza 1.2 S Sport Coupe Euro 5 3dr AC

2012 (12 reg) | 48,950 miles

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Used vehicles

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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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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£3,990

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.2 litres
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£4,999

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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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