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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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Nissan Qashqai

Reverse Camera-Panoramic Roof

Nissan Qashqai 1.2 DIG-T n-tec+ 2WD Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

2015 (65 reg) | 84,000 miles

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£4,490
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SEAT Ibiza

SH + 2 KEYS + TELEPHONE + AUX

SEAT Ibiza 1.2 TSI I TECH Sport Coupe Euro 5 3dr

2014 (64 reg) | 77,046 miles

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£4,999

Vauxhall Nova

TIME WARP CONDITION

Vauxhall Nova Hatchback 1.4 5DR

1991 (H reg) | 24,000 miles

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Used vehicles

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£4,995

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.4 litres
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£3,995

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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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£4,295

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeSUV
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.2 litres
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£3,795

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  • Number of seats4 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.0 litres
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