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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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Ford Focus

7 MONTH WARRANTY

Ford Focus 1.0T EcoBoost Titanium Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

2016 (16 reg) | 59,466 miles

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£4,990
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Volkswagen Golf

FINANCE|WARRANTY|AA COVER|MOT✅

Volkswagen Golf 1.6 TDI BlueMotion Tech Match DSG Euro 5 (s/s) 5dr

2015 (15 reg) | 139,000 miles

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Audi A1

Audi A1 1.6 TDI S line Style Edition Sportback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (105 ps)

2014 (14 reg) | 108,000 miles

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.0 litres
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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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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeEstate
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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