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Used 2000 Nissan Xterra XE

Used 2000 Nissan Xterra XE Pasadena TX 77505

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FX35

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Used 2003 INFINITI FX35 2WD w/ Premium Pkg

Used 2003 INFINITI FX35 2WD w/ Premium Pkg Pasadena TX 77505

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Used 2015 Hyundai Sonata SE

Used 2015 Hyundai Sonata SE Houston TX 77061

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Used 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5

Used 2011 Nissan Altima 2.5 Houston TX 77061

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Used 2015 Nissan Leaf SV w/ Premium Package Houston TX 77079

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Durango

Used 2007 Dodge Durango SLT

Used 2007 Dodge Durango SLT Pasadena TX 77505

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Endeavor

Used 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor Limited

Used 2004 Mitsubishi Endeavor Limited Pasadena TX 77505

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Sierra 1500

Used 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 W/T

Used 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 W/T Houston TX 77061

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Used 2004 Acura TL

Used 2004 Acura TL Houston TX 77084

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Used 2006 Chevrolet HHR LT w/ Preferred Equipment Group

Used 2006 Chevrolet HHR LT w/ Preferred Equipment Group Houston TX 77061

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AWD4WD

Used 2002 Ford F150 SuperCrew Cab Short Bed 4D

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F150

Used 2002 Ford F150 4x4 SuperCrew

Used 2002 Ford F150 4x4 SuperCrew Sugar Land TX 77479

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Used 2010 Ford F150 Super Cab XL Pickup 4D 6 1/2 ft

Used 2010 Ford F150 XL

Used 2010 Ford F150 XL Houston TX 77043

Used 2011 Buick Enclave CXL Sport Utility 4D

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Enclave

License Plate Bracket, Front Mounting Package

Used 2011 Buick Enclave CXL

Used 2011 Buick Enclave CXL Houston TX 77071

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Used 2014 Chevrolet Sonic LT Sedan 4D

Sonic

Used 2014 Chevrolet Sonic LT

Used 2014 Chevrolet Sonic LT Houston TX 77064

Used 2007 INFINITI M 35 Sedan 4D

Technology Pkg

Advanced Technology Pkg w/ XM Satellite Radio

Journey Pkg

Used 2007 INFINITI M35 w/ Technology Pkg

Used 2007 INFINITI M35 w/ Technology Pkg League City TX 77573

Used 2014 Ford Fiesta SE Sedan 4D

Fiesta

Used 2014 Ford Fiesta SE

Used 2014 Ford Fiesta SE Houston TX 77077

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Used 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6

Used 2009 Cadillac CTS 3.6 Houston TX 77061

Used 2005 Lexus ES 330 Sedan 4D

Lexus

ES 330

Used 2005 Lexus ES 330

Used 2005 Lexus ES 330 Houston TX 77005

Used 2014 Volvo XC90 3.2 Sport Utility 4D

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XC90

Used 2014 Volvo XC90 3.2

Used 2014 Volvo XC90 3.2 Sugar Land TX 77479

Used 2007 INFINITI G 35 Journey Sedan 4D

Infiniti Navigation Pkg

Performance Tire & Wheel Pkg

Used 2007 INFINITI G35 Journey w/ Premium Pkg

Used 2007 INFINITI G35 Journey w/ Premium Pkg Houston TX 77047

Journey

4-Cylinder Turbo

Used 2014 Ford Escape SE Sport Utility 4D

Escape

Used 2014 Ford Escape SE

Used 2014 Ford Escape SE Cypress TX 77433

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MAZDA6

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Used 2005 MAZDA MAZDA6 s Sport w/ Bose Audio & Moonroof Pkg

Used 2005 MAZDA MAZDA6 s Sport w/ Bose Audio & Moonroof Pkg Houston TX 77057

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Used 2006 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 350 Sedan 4D

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Used 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 350

Used 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 350 Houston TX 77054

Used 2011 Ford Fusion SEL Sedan 4D

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302A Rapid Spec Order Code

Used 2011 Ford Fusion SEL w/ 302A Rapid Spec Order Code

Used 2011 Ford Fusion SEL w/ 302A Rapid Spec Order Code Katy TX 77449

Used 2007 Honda Pilot EX-L Sport Utility 4D

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Used 2007 Honda Pilot EX-L

Used 2007 Honda Pilot EX-L Katy TX 77494

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Accord

Used 2010 Honda Accord LX

Used 2010 Honda Accord LX Houston TX 77061

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Toyota

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Used 2012 Toyota Prius V Two

Used 2012 Toyota Prius V Two Houston TX 77030

Used 2010 Ford Escape XLT Sport Utility 4D

Used 2010 Ford Escape XLT

Used 2010 Ford Escape XLT Humble TX 77396

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Used 2013 Buick LaCrosse Premium

Used 2013 Buick LaCrosse Premium Houston TX 77061

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Used 2010 Saab 9-3 2.0T Sport Sedan 4D

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Used 2010 Saab 9-3 2.0T w/ Comfort Package

Used 2010 Saab 9-3 2.0T w/ Comfort Package Houston TX 77025

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Used Cars for Sale

Under $5,000

Used cars for sale under $5,000 near you. Find affordable budget sedans, coupes, minivans, or SUVs for $5k or less.

Used Cars for Sale Under $5,000 Near Me in Houston, TX - Autotrader - 19377 Total Available

If you’re wanting to buy an affordable used car between <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-2000" target="_blank">$2,000</a> and $5,000, be prepared to do your due diligence, ask a lot of questions about the car's maintenance history and we'd suggest pay a trust-worthy mechanic to perform a <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/how-do-you-get-pre-purchase-inspection-buying-used-car-257963" target="_blank">pre-purchase inspection</a>. Almost every car asking $5k or less will have between 100,000 and 275,000+ miles, could be between 10 and 25+ years old, have minor to serious cosmetic issues, and some may have slight body damage from an <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/should-you-buy-a-car-thats-been-in-an-accident" target="_blank">accident</a> or two. If the car has a <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/rebuilt-title-vs-salvage-title-whats-difference-281474979846034" target="_blank">salvage or rebuilt title</a>, we would want to understand why that is. Be wary of the slightly used car with low miles but is selling for an unbelievably low price; a car deal that seems too good to be true usually is. When we looked through all the listed cars nationwide selling for $5,000 or less, we even found some that had been <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/should-you-buy-back-your-totaled-car" target="_blank">totaled</a>. Depending on the model year of the car you find, it may not have the safety capabilities which have become standard in newer cars; features such as traction control, stability control, head curtain airbags, or backup cameras, which became federally required starting with the 2018 model year. Models such as the <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/nissan/altima" target="_blank">Nissan Altima</a>, <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/honda/civic" target="_blank">Honda Civic</a>, <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/ford/focus" target="_blank">Ford Focus</a>, <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/kia/optima" target="_blank">Kia Optima</a> and <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/toyota/camry" target="_blank">Toyota Camry</a> regularly appear on our $5,000 and under best affordable car lists. Our last tip: if you don't <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/car-finance">finance</a> your car, we’ve found that you may have leverage in your <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/car-negotiations-guide" target="_blank">negotiations</a> if you pay <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/buying-a-car-should-you-pay-with-cash-if-you-can-227481" target="_blank">all cash</a>.

Our editors have ranked the <a href="https://www.autotrader.com/car-shopping/10-best-used-cars-under-5000" target="_blank">best used cars for $5,000 or less</a>. Given the demand for a cheap $5,000 car, if you can't find these models in your local area, try expanding your search radius. This list was published in March 2025. 
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 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2009/chevrolet/malibu" target="_blank">2009 Chevrolet Malibu Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2012/chevrolet/sonic" target="_blank">2012 Chevrolet Sonic Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2012/ford/focus" target="_blank">2012 Ford Focus Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2009/ford/fusion" target="_blank">2009 Ford Fusion Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2009/nissan/sentra" target="_blank">2009 Nissan Sentra Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2008/saab/9-3" target="_blank">2008 Saab 9-3 Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2008/saturn/aura" target="_blank">2009 Saturn Aura Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2007/subaru/legacy" target="_blank">2007 Subaru Legacy Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2010/suzuki/sx4" target="_blank">2010 Suzuki SX4 Under $5k</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-5000/2009/volvo/s60" target="_blank">2009 Volvo S60 Under $5k</a></li>
</ol>

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 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/cars-under-40000" target="_blank">Cars Under $40,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used Trucks
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-3000" target="_blank">Trucks Under $3,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-5000" target="_blank">Cheap Trucks Under $5,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-6000" target="_blank">Cheap Trucks Under $6,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-10000" target="_blank">Trucks Under $10,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-15000" target="_blank">Trucks Under $15,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-20000" target="_blank">Trucks Under $20,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-25000" target="_blank">Trucks Under $25,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/truck/cars-under-30000" target="_blank">Trucks Under $30,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used SUVs
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-5000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $5,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-10000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $10,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-15000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $15,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-20000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $20,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-25000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $25,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/suv-crossover/cars-under-30000" target="_blank">SUVs Under $30,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used All Wheel Drive / 4X4's
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/awd-4wd/cars-under-10000" target="_blank">AWD Cars Under $10,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/awd-4wd/cars-under-15000" target="_blank">AWD Cars Under $15,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/awd-4wd/cars-under-20000" target="_blank">AWD Cars Under $20,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/awd-4wd/cars-under-25000" target="_blank">AWD Cars Under $25,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used Minivans
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/van-minivan/cars-under-5000" target="_blank">Vans and Minivans Under $5,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/van-minivan/cars-under-10000" target="_blank">Vans and Minivans Under $10,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/van-minivan/cars-under-15000" target="_blank">Vans and Minivans Under $15,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/van-minivan/cars-under-20000" target="_blank">Vans and Minivans Under $20,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used Convertibles
<ul> 
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/convertible/cars-under-5000" target="_blank">Convertibles Under $5,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/convertible/cars-under-10000" target="_blank">Convertibles Under $10,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/convertible/cars-under-15000" target="_blank">Convertibles Under $15,000</a></li>
 <li><a href="https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-sale/convertible/cars-under-20000" target="_blank">Convertibles Under $20,000</a></li>
</ul>

Used Cars for Sale Under $5,000 Near Me - Autotrader - 19377 Total Available

Search from 205 for sale, including a Used 2000 Nissan Xterra XE, a Used 2002 Ford F150 4x4 SuperCrew, and a Used 2003 INFINITI FX35 2WD w/ Premium Pkg ranging in price from $1,000 to $5,000.

Autotrader has 205 for sale under $5,000 near Houston, TX, including a Used 2000 Nissan Xterra XE, a Used 2002 Ford F150 4x4 SuperCrew, and a Used 2003 INFINITI FX35 2WD w/ Premium Pkg ranging in price from $1,000 to $5,000.

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