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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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£4,700
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BMW 1 Series

Ideal First BMW 🎓| + 2 Keys

BMW 1 Series 1.6 116i Sport Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr

2013 (63 reg) | 79,604 miles

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£4,989
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BMW 1 Series

FSH+SATNAV+BODYKIT+QUADEXHAUST

BMW 1 Series 2.0 116d M Sport Hatchback 5dr Diesel Manual Euro 5 (s/s) (116 ps)

2014 (14 reg) | 99,000 miles

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£4,723
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Hyundai i20

FRSH SRVC,3M WRNTY,PETROL

Hyundai i20 1.2 Blue Drive S Air Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

2015 (65 reg) | 70,246 miles

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Used vehicles

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£4,700

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  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors3 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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£4,995

  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors2 doors
  • Body typeCoupe
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size3.0 litres
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£4,999

Great price
  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size1.6 litres
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£4,989

Good price
  • Number of seats5 seats
  • Number of doors5 doors
  • Body typeHatchback
  • Fuel typeDiesel
  • Transmission typeManual
  • Engine size2.0 litres
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