Used Vauxhall ADAM for sale nearPreston

Summary

• With 361 currently listed for sale and an average price of £5,421, 33.5% of Vauxhall ADAM (2013-2019) listings on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.

• Favourably reviewed: CarGurus experts gave it a 3 / 5.

• Overall CarGurus rating: 3.7 out of 5

Why it stands out

The Vauxhall Adam is a three-door hatchback supermini and Vauxhall’s take on the ultra-customisable city car trend. It came with three petrol engines at launch, and the best all-rounder is the turbocharged 1.0-litre unit with 114bhp. Boot space is 170 litres, and the most economical engine has an official mpg figure of 60.

It is easy to drive around town, but the ride can be bumpy and fidgety and the handling is not particularly engaging. Space inside is limited, the rear seats are cramped and there is no five-door version. The Adam is also less practical than some rivals, even if the cabin is decent quality and the car can be cheap to run.

Best for: Buyers who want a distinctive small car with plenty of personalisation and mainly use it in town.

Not ideal for: Families or anyone who needs lots of rear-seat space or a large boot.

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

• Pros: Quirky style, A very cheap used car, You're unlikely to find two exactly alike
• Cons: Underwhelming to drive, Very small inside, No five-door version

Comparison vs key rivals

• Ford Fiesta (2018-2023)
  • CarGurus expert rating: 4 out of 5
  • User rating: 4.7 out of 5
  • Total listings: 2263
  • Average price: £9,792
  • Good/great deal percentage: 34.0%
  • Overall CarGurus rating: 4.4 out of 5
• Fiat 500 (2007-2020)
  • CarGurus expert rating: 3 out of 5
  • User rating: 4.6 out of 5
  • Total listings: 1594
  • Average price: £5,280
  • Good/great deal percentage: 32.7%
  • Overall CarGurus rating: 4.1 out of 5

The verdict

You should buy this car if: You want a characterful small car that stands out and suits a buyer who values style and individuality over outright practicality.

Consider alternatives if: You need a more rounded all-rounder with better space, a more engaging drive or greater everyday usefulness.

Competitive position: The Adam’s appeal is mainly its quirky style and huge scope for personalisation. It is not a particularly brilliant all-rounder, and rivals do things rather better. It can be bought for far less money than a MINI or a Fiat 500, so it makes sense if charm matters more than polish.

Read our full Vauxhall ADAM (2013-2019) review

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from 10 November 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.