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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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SEAT Ibiza

Sensors,Cruise,Bluetooth

SEAT Ibiza 1.2 TSI FR 3dr

2013 (13 reg) | 64,500 miles

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£3,495
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Vauxhall Astra

FLEXIBLE DELIVERY-OPEN 7DAYS.

Vauxhall Astra 1.6 CDTi ecoTEC BlueInjection SRi Euro 6 5dr

2016 (66 reg) | 83,640 miles

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Ford Fiesta

Full history, lovely car!

Ford Fiesta 1.25 Zetec Euro 6 5dr

2016 (16 reg) | 71,361 miles

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Used vehicles

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£4,750

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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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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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£4,999

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.25 litres
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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeSUV
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeAutomatic
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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