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Used cars for sale in Bournemouth

Pick your next car from 752 cars in stock across Bournemouth. All cars come with 12 months free breakdown cover (or a discounted upgrade if you're an AA member) and £75 off your next service & MOT.

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  • Mazda 2 1.3 TS Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 4 (75 ps)
    £2,995
    MAZDA MAZDA2 1.3 TS Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 4 (75 ps)
    • 2010
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    • 75,000 miles
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    • Petrol
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    • Manual
    AMJ Cars Ltd

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  • Ford Focus 1.0T EcoBoost Zetec Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (
    £6,995
    FORD FOCUS 1.0T EcoBoost Zetec Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (
    • 2017
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    • 56,173 miles
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    • Petrol
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    • Manual
    Autobot Vehicle Sales Ltd

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    Renault Kadjar 1.2 TCe Signature Nav SUV 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps
    £7,095
    RENAULT KADJAR 1.2 TCe Signature Nav SUV 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 6 (s/s) (130 ps
    • 2017
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    • 77,000 miles
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    • Petrol
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    • Manual
    Bourne Cars Ltd

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    Mazda 2 1.5 SKYACTIV-G Sports Launch Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual
    £7,495
    MAZDA MAZDA2 1.5 SKYACTIV-G Sports Launch Edition Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual
    • 2015
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    • 59,000 miles
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    • Petrol
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    Bourne Cars Ltd

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    Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi N-Connecta SUV 5dr Diesel Manual 2WD Euro 6 (s/s) (110 p
    £9,412
    NISSAN QASHQAI 1.5 dCi N-Connecta SUV 5dr Diesel Manual 2WD Euro 6 (s/s) (110 p
    • 2016
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    • 52,000 miles
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    • Diesel
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    • Manual
    Bourne Cars Ltd

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    Honda Jazz I-VTEC SE
    £10,295
    Honda Jazz I-VTEC SE
    • 2016
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    • 11,000 miles
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    • Petrol
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    • Manual
    Colebrook and Sons Ltd

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    VOLVO XC90 2.0 XC90 Momentum Pro T5 AWD Auto 4WD 5dr
    VOLVO XC90 2.0 XC90 Momentum Pro T5 AWD Auto 4WD 5dr
    VOLVO XC90 2.0 XC90 Momentum Pro T5 AWD Auto 4WD 5dr
    £27,750
    VOLVO XC90 2.0 XC90 Momentum Pro T5 AWD Auto 4WD 5dr
    • 2019
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    • 67,723 miles
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    • Petrol
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    • Automatic
    Bournemouth Cars Ltd

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    MINI HATCH 2.0 Cooper S Sport Auto 3dr
    MINI HATCH 2.0 Cooper S Sport Auto 3dr
    MINI HATCH 2.0 Cooper S Sport Auto 3dr
    £18,250
    MINI HATCH 2.0 Cooper S Sport Auto 3dr
    • 2019
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    • 19,132 miles
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    • Petrol
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    • Automatic
    Bournemouth Cars Ltd

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    MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 2.0 A 200 Exclusive Edition D Auto 5dr
    MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 2.0 A 200 Exclusive Edition D Auto 5dr
    MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 2.0 A 200 Exclusive Edition D Auto 5dr
    £19,750
    MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS 2.0 A 200 Exclusive Edition D Auto 5dr
    • 2021
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    • 48,562 miles
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    • Diesel
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    Bournemouth Cars Ltd

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Latest automatic cars for sale in Bournemouth

  • Land Rover Range Rover TDV6 VOGUE SE
    Land Rover Range Rover TDV6 VOGUE SE
    Land Rover Range Rover TDV6 VOGUE SE
    £19,995
    Land Rover Range Rover TDV6 VOGUE SE
    • 2017
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    • 97,027 miles
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    • Diesel
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    • Automatic
    Everything Automotive Limited

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    £20,710
    SEAT Ateca 1.5 TSI EVO Xperience 5dr DSG
    • 2024
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    • 14,684 miles
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    • Semiauto
    Snows SEAT Poole

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    £23,580
    MINI Countryman 1.5 Cooper S E Exclusive ALL4 PHEV 5dr Auto
    • 2022
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    • 19,836 miles
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    • Hybrid
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    • Semiauto
    Marshall MINI Bournemouth

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Cheap cars for sale in Bournemouth

  • MAZDA MAZDA2 1.3 TS Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 4 (75 ps)
    MAZDA MAZDA2 1.3 TS Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 4 (75 ps)
    MAZDA MAZDA2 1.3 TS Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 4 (75 ps)
    £2,995
    MAZDA MAZDA2 1.3 TS Hatchback 5dr Petrol Manual Euro 4 (75 ps)
    • 2010
    • •
    • 75,000 miles
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    • Petrol
    • •
    • Manual
    AMJ Cars Ltd

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  • Fiat 500 LOUNGE
    Fiat 500 LOUNGE
    Fiat 500 LOUNGE
    £3,295
    Fiat 500 LOUNGE
    • 2011
    • •
    • 58,863 miles
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    • Petrol
    • •
    • Manual
    Coastal Automotive

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  • Vauxhall ADAM 1.2i ecoFLEX ENERGISED Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr
    Vauxhall ADAM 1.2i ecoFLEX ENERGISED Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr
    Vauxhall ADAM 1.2i ecoFLEX ENERGISED Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr
    £3,750
    Vauxhall ADAM 1.2i ecoFLEX ENERGISED Euro 6 (s/s) 3dr
    • 2016
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    • 114,000 miles
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    • Petrol
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    • Manual
    C L Cars

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    Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Auto RWD 4dr
    Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Auto RWD 4dr
    Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Auto RWD 4dr
    £12,999
    Tesla Model 3 Standard Range Plus Auto RWD 4dr
    • 2019
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    • 63,000 miles
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    • Electric
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    • Automatic
    Cars of Christchurch

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    PEUGEOT 208 208 GT Premium EV 5dr
    PEUGEOT 208 208 GT Premium EV 5dr
    PEUGEOT 208 208 GT Premium EV 5dr
    £14,450
    PEUGEOT 208 208 GT Premium EV 5dr
    • 2022
    • •
    • 7,300 miles
    • •
    • Electric
    • •
    • Automatic
    Bournemouth Cars Ltd

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    RENAULT ZOE i Dynamique Nav R110 Z.E.40 Own Battery MY18
    RENAULT ZOE i Dynamique Nav R110 Z.E.40 Own Battery MY18
    RENAULT ZOE i Dynamique Nav R110 Z.E.40 Own Battery MY18
    £7,395
    RENAULT ZOE i Dynamique Nav R110 Z.E.40 Own Battery MY18
    • 2019
    • •
    • 32,800 miles
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    • Electric
    • •
    • Automatic
    Cars of Kinson

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Used Cars in Bournemouth

Bournemouth blends seaside living with suburban comfort – a stand-out spot for Dorset drivers. Coastal roads provide access to beaches or the New Forest. But summer brings tourists and the traffic to match – especially along the seafront and key routes like the A338. While there are no clean air or congestion zones, city-centre navigation can mean short journeys, frequent stops and a tight squeeze for parking in peak months. Compact cars with tight turning circles can help save you a headache – and a fine! Bournemouth is blessed with mild weather most of the year, but winter can be wet and slippery, so look for a car with reliable tyres and good headlamps. Bournemouth’s gentle hills won't challenge most engines, so city cars and small SUVs are fine. And electric vehicles are increasingly popular thanks to a ground-breaking charging network. No matter your pace or plan, always check the car’s service records and paperwork through the DVLA to drive with confidence in Dorset.

  • Are there any driving restrictions in Bournemouth?

    Bournemouth currently has no Clean Air Zones or congestion charges for private cars, and the town is focusing on other ways to reduce emissions. So older petrol and diesel cars are safe for now. However, local parking rules apply in the centre and along the seafront, and there are bus lanes operating at peak times, so compact and efficient cars are still worth considering. Always check the latest guidance from BCP Council for specific restrictions in certain neighbourhoods and town centre zones.

  • What is the best car type for driving in Bournemouth?

    Compact hatchbacks and city-friendly cars are well-suited for Bournemouth’s mix of coastal roads and tight residential streets. If you need more room, small SUVs or estate cars are popular for combining passenger and boot space with the agility you need for parking and city driving.

  • Are there any charges to be aware of in Bournemouth?

    While there are no emissions or city centre congestion charges, parking fees are common in central Bournemouth and at the beach. Even residential areas may have charges during busy periods, and some streets require permits. Additionally, the council is trialling higher parking fines to try to cut congestion, so it's vital that you keep local restrictions in mind when budgeting for a used car.

  • What is the most popular car in Bournemouth?

    Used car listings in Bournemouth often feature the Ford Fiesta, the Citroën Picasso and the Volkswagen Golf. These cars are great for balancing fuel efficiency, affordability and manoeuvrability on Bournemouth’s varied streets. But there are also plenty of smaller SUVs on the town's roads, including models from Land Rover or larger Volkswagens like the Touareg.

  • Are electric cars suitable for Bournemouth?

    Yes. Bournemouth has been growing its network of public charging points, and local trials even include pavement charging for residents. Electric vehicles are practical for short daily trips and longer drives around Dorset, making them a sound choice as charging access improves across town.

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    • Eden Approved Christchurch
    • Everything Automotive Limited
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    • Lamwell Motor Company Ltd
    • Lexus Bournemouth
    • Marshall BMW Bournemouth (Sales)
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    • Meadens Christchurch
    • Poole Audi
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