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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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Ford Focus

FSH,£20 tax and 18" Alloys

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

2013 (63 reg) | 73,419 miles

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£4,795
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BMW 1 Series

FULL M SPORT KIT*LOW INSURANCE

BMW 1 Series 1.6 118i M Sport Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

2014 (14 reg) | 118,743 miles

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£4,999
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Hyundai i40

BLUETOOTH

Hyundai I40 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive Active Estate 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (115 ps) AUTO LIGHTS

2012 (62 reg) | 51,294 miles

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Used vehicles

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£4,995

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeSUV
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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£4,190

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeSUV
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.7 litres
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£4,495

Great price
  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors4 doors
  • Body typeSaloon
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size2.2 litres
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£4,395

Good price
  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors4 doors
  • Body typeSaloon
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size3.0 litres
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