Used Cars for Under $5,000 in California (2024)

Shopping for a cheap, reliable car under $5,000? We’ve taken the guesswork out. Whether you’re looking for an inexpensive pickup truck, crossover SUV, or sedan, we’ll make sure you always know the real deal. Only 30% of cars earn our highest deal ratings, so when you see a great deal, you can be sure it’s a great deal. You’ll also find all the details that matter, like accident history, price drops, and days on lot. Need financing? CarGurus Finance in Advance can help.

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2017 Hyundai Accent SE Sedan FWD 168,610 mi 137 hp 1.6L I4 $4,700 GOOD DEAL Ontario, CA (34 mi away) Year: 2017 Make: Hyundai Model: Accent Body type: Sedan Doors: 4 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 137 hp 1.6L I4 Exterior color: Silver Fuel type: Gasoline Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Overdrive Mileage: 168,610 NHTSA overall safety rating: 4 Stock number: 2461 VIN: KMHCT4AE5HU302325

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2014 Nissan Versa 117,926 mi 109 hp 1.6L I4 $4,999 GOOD DEAL Alloy Wheels + more Santa Ana, CA (29 mi away) Year: 2014 Make: Nissan Model: Versa Body type: Sedan Engine: 109 hp 1.6L I4 Exterior color: Silver Fuel type: Gasoline Transmission: Automatic Mileage: 117,926 NHTSA overall safety rating: 4 Stock number: 844614 VIN: 3N1CN7AP1EL844614

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2012 Chevrolet Malibu LS FWD 153,396 mi 169 hp 2.4L I4 $4,950 GOOD DEAL Fontana, CA (47 mi away) Year: 2012 Make: Chevrolet Model: Malibu Body type: Sedan Doors: 4 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 169 hp 2.4L I4 Exterior color: Dk. Blue - Imperial Blue Metallic Combined gas mileage: 27 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Interior color: Lt. Gray - Titanium Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Mileage: 153,396 NHTSA overall safety rating: 4 Stock number: CF263074 VIN: 1G1ZB5E02CF263074

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2008 Scion tC Base 100,231 mi 161 hp 2.4L I4 $4,495 GREAT DEAL Sunroof/Moonroof + more Bellflower, CA (13 mi away) Year: 2008 Make: Scion Model: tC Body type: Coupe Doors: 2 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 161 hp 2.4L I4 Exterior color: Black Combined gas mileage: 23 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Interior color: Gray Transmission: 5-Speed Manual Mileage: 100,231 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated Stock number: 1530 VIN: JTKDE167X80275236

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser Wagon FWD 80,781 mi 150 hp 2.4L I4 $3,999 GREAT DEAL Alloy Wheels Steel Wheels + more North Hollywood, CA (11 mi away) Year: 2006 Make: Chrysler Model: PT Cruiser Body type: Wagon Doors: 4 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 150 hp 2.4L I4 Exterior color: Off White Combined gas mileage: 21 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Interior color: Gray Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic Mileage: 80,781 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated Stock number: E1079 VIN: 3A4FY48B06T305441

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2002 Jaguar S-TYPE 3.0L V6 RWD 97,403 mi 237 hp 3L V6 $4,950 GOOD DEAL Leather Seats Sunroof/Moonroof + more Fontana, CA (47 mi away) Year: 2002 Make: Jaguar Model: S-TYPE Body type: Sedan Doors: 4 doors Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive Engine: 237 hp 3L V6 Exterior color: Maroon - Carnival Red Combined gas mileage: 19 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Interior color: Brown (Tan - Cashmere) Transmission: 5-Speed Automatic Mileage: 97,403 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated Stock number: 2FM43082 VIN: SAJDA03N62FM43082

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2013 Dodge Avenger SE FWD 113,219 mi 173 hp 2.4L I4 $4,750 GOOD DEAL Steel Wheels Bluetooth + more Rancho Cucamonga, CA (39 mi away) Year: 2013 Make: Dodge Model: Avenger Body type: Sedan Doors: 4 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 173 hp 2.4L I4 Exterior color: Black Combined gas mileage: 25 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Interior color: Black Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic Mileage: 113,219 NHTSA overall safety rating: 4 Stock number: x4943 VIN: 1C3CDZAB9DN690978

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2015 Hyundai Accent GLS Sedan FWD 166,495 mi 137 hp 1.6L I4 $4,399 GOOD DEAL Steel Wheels + more Santa Ana, CA (29 mi away) Year: 2015 Make: Hyundai Model: Accent Body type: Sedan Doors: 4 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 137 hp 1.6L I4 Exterior color: Blue Combined gas mileage: 31 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Interior color: Gray Transmission: Automatic Mileage: 166,495 NHTSA overall safety rating: 4 Stock number: 861397 VIN: KMHCT4AE1FU861397

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2003 Honda Accord LX 163,191 mi 160 hp 2.4L I4 $4,500 GOOD DEAL Steel Wheels + more Pomona, CA (28 mi away) Year: 2003 Make: Honda Model: Accord Body type: Sedan Doors: 4 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 160 hp 2.4L I4 Combined gas mileage: 26 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Transmission: Automatic Mileage: 163,191 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated Stock number: 1890 VIN: JHMCM56353C053259

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2010 Honda Civic LX 179,377 mi 140 hp 1.8L I4 $4,695 GREAT DEAL Panorama City, CA (16 mi away) Year: 2010 Make: Honda Model: Civic Body type: Sedan Doors: 4 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 140 hp 1.8L I4 Exterior color: Gray Fuel type: Gasoline Interior color: Brown (Beige) Transmission: 5-Speed Manual Overdrive Mileage: 179,377 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated Stock number: 0042 VIN: 19XFA1E52AE047458

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata Base 178,724 mi 142 hp 1.8L I4 $4,400 GOOD DEAL Alloy Wheels + more Fontana, CA (47 mi away) Year: 2002 Make: Mazda Model: MX-5 Miata Body type: Convertible Doors: 2 doors Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive Engine: 142 hp 1.8L I4 Exterior color: Silver - Sunlight Silver Metallic Combined gas mileage: 22 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Interior color: Black - Black Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic Mileage: 178,724 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated Stock number: 20220249 VIN: JM1NB353820220249

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2003 Ford Crown Victoria LX 163,854 mi 220 hp 4.6L V8 $3,995 GOOD DEAL Los Angeles, CA (4 mi away) Year: 2003 Make: Ford Model: Crown Victoria Body type: Sedan Doors: 4 doors Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive Engine: 220 hp 4.6L V8 Combined gas mileage: 19 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Transmission: Automatic Mileage: 163,854 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated Stock number: CG2373A VIN: 2FAFP74W03X184736

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2009 MINI Cooper S 109,089 mi 172 hp 1.6L I4 $4,995 GREAT DEAL Winnetka, CA (21 mi away) Year: 2009 Make: MINI Model: Cooper Body type: Hatchback Doors: 2 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 172 hp 1.6L I4 Exterior color: Black Combined gas mileage: 30 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Interior color: Black Transmission: 6-Speed Manual Mileage: 109,089 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated VIN: WMPMF73539TT96904

Preparing for a close up... Photos coming soon 2008 Volkswagen Beetle Triple White 100,900 mi 150 hp 2.5L I5 $4,800 GREAT DEAL Leather Seats Sunroof/Moonroof + more Lakewood, CA (17 mi away) Year: 2008 Make: Volkswagen Model: Beetle Body type: Hatchback Doors: 2 doors Drivetrain: Front-Wheel Drive Engine: 150 hp 2.5L I5 Exterior color: White Combined gas mileage: 24 MPG Fuel type: Gasoline Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic Mileage: 100,900 NHTSA overall safety rating: Not Rated VIN: 3VWFW31C98M518729