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Best Used Cars Under $5,000
April 16, 2020
With so many losing jobs and the uncertainty about our economy, many of you are finding yourselves in a situation where you need reliable transportation at the lowest possible price. Buying a cheap used car may be your best bet, but there's always a risk when it comes to reliability.
KBB recently put together a list of what they consider to be the best used cars under $5,000 right now. Most of the vehicles are from model years 2004 to 2008, with the exception of the 2011 Kia Soul. I recommend using CarGurus.com to search these vehicles in your local regions.
Best Cars Under $5,000
| Rank | Vehicle |
|---|---|
| 1 | 2005 Toyota Avalon |
| 2 | 2006 Toyota Camry |
| 3 | 2006 Honda Accord |
| 4 | 2006 Toyota Corolla |
| 5 | 2008 Honda Civic |
| 6 | 2011 Kia Soul |
| 7 | 2008 Scion xB |
| 8 | 2004 Lexus ES |
| 9 | 2008 Mazda Mazda3 |
| 10 | 2007 Pontiac Vibe |
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