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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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