
Wait, what? Used cars for sale UNDER $5,000? You read that right. You can get yourself into a nice, used car for less than you expected. And we are not talking about 20-year old cars here either. In fact, the cars that you see on this list are less than 10 years old. Each one has been vetted to ensure it has high scores in safety, reliability, and the cost of ownership. Here is the list of top 8 used cars that will fit your budget.
Let’s look.
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2009 Mitsubishi Galant
The 2009 Mitsubishi Galant is an excellent choice and has an overall score of 8.3 out of 10. This car can provide you with the comfort you need to get from point A to point B.
The average price of this used car is somewhere between $4,000 and $4,500. Safety and reliability are not an issue either as the Galant received a reliability score of 4 out of 5 and an 8.9 out of 10 for safety.
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2010 Ford Focus
The 2010 Ford Focus is a small compact car that can provide you with the reliability and safety you are after. The Focus has been rated an 8.3 out of 10 overall, which means consumers are happy with their purchase.
The average price of this used car ranges from $4,300 up to about $4,900. Some of the loaded models sell for more than $5,000. The Focus received 4 out of 5 stars for reliability and an 8.6 out of 10 for safety.
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2009 Scion tC
The 2009 Scion tC is a sporty looking vehicle that packs a punch. Accessories for this car include a USB port and a driver’s knee airbag. A used tC does come with an overall 8.2 out of 10.
This car has an average price of $4,100 to $4,400. Also, you will feel safe in this used car. It has a safety rating of 8.2 out of 10 and a reliability score of 5 out of 5.
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2009 Pontiac Vibe
The 2009 Pontiac Vibe has received numerous awards to include #5 in 2009 Hatchbacks and #10 in 2009 Affordable Small Cars. Some of the most notable features of this used car is that it received an 8.3 out of 10 and is available in all-wheel drive too.
The average price of a used Vibe is $3,900 up to $5,000 with some of the more advanced models being slightly over the $5,000. The vehicle boasts a 9.2 out of 10 for safety and a 4.5 out of 5 for reliability.
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2009 Honda Fit
The 2009 Honda Fit is an excellent used car known for its reliability. The interior of the car is spacious and one of the best features of the car. This vehicle has an overall score of 9.1 out of 10.
The average price of a used Honda Fit is somewhere between $4,300 and $4,900 with some of the more advanced models being a little more. With an overall safety rating of 9.3 out of 10 and a reliability score of 4 out of 5, this is a great compact car for anyone.
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2009 Toyota Scion xD
The 2009 Toyota Scion xD is a perfect little compact car for anyone, including a small family. This little machine can squeeze into small spaces for you but still provide a roomy and comfortable ride.
The average price of this used car is somewhere between $4,000 and $4,900. Most of the xD models can be purchased for under $5,000, but some models have additional features that can bump the price up to about $5,200. With an overall score of 8.3 out of 10, a reliability score of 4 out of 5, and a safety score of 8.5 out of 10, it is no wonder this car made this list.
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2010 Kia Forte
The 2010 Kia Forte has received many awards to include #6 for 2010 Compact Cars and #8 for Used Compact Cars under $6K. This little machine is ideal for many individuals and has a roomy cabin and great standard features. This used car comes with an overall rating of 8.4 out of 10.
This used car has an average price of $4,400 up to $5,000 with some higher models costing a bit more than that. The Forte does have a 3 out of 5 for reliability but makes up for it with an impressive 9.2 out of 10 in safety.
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2009 Mercury Milan
The Mercury Milan sports a fancy interior and has been ranked an overall 8.5 out of 10, which makes it a wonderful choice.
This used car has an average price of $3,900 up to $5,000 and is worth the money. The Milan sports a 9.6 out of 10 for safety and a reliability score of 4 out of 5.
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