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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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£3,990
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Ford Focus

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

2012 (62 reg) | 76,467 miles

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£3,945
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Volkswagen Polo

Apple CarPlay✅REV-CAMERA✅MOT

Volkswagen Polo 1.2 Match Euro 5 5dr

2013 (13 reg) | 97,000 miles

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£4,150
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Ford Focus

1F/KEEPER+7S/STAMPS+WARRANTY

Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec Euro 5 5dr

2014 (64 reg) | 65,682 miles

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Used vehicles

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£3,990

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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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£3,945

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.2 litres
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£4,150

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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£4,895

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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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