Haswent vs Car Dealer 5

Car Dealer 5 is a UK-based provider of dealer websites and stock management tools for independent car dealers. They offer tiered website packages alongside their DMS 5 system for invoicing and stock control. Both serve independent dealers. The differences are in how advertising is managed, how the parts connect and which features come as standard.

Feature Comparison

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FeatureHaswentCar Dealer 5
Dealer Management SystemIncluded with all packagesFree with Symphony package only
Dealer WebsiteIncludedIncluded (4 tiers)
VRM LookupIncludedIncluded
Branded InvoicingIncludedIncluded in DMS 5
VAT Margin CalculationAutomaticAvailable in DMS 5
Google Vehicle AdsManaged end-to-endSelf-managed platform
Social Media AutomationBuilt-inCheck with provider
Remote AppraisalsBuilt-inCheck with provider
Stock SyndicationAll major UK marketplaces15+ platforms
AutoTrader ConnectReal-time two-way syncStandard feed
Finance IntegrationCalculator, online applications & finance hubiVendi, Codeweavers, Evolution
Stock Funding TrackingBuilt-inCheck with provider
Xero Accounting SyncBuilt-inCheck with provider
AutoTrader Market ComparisonBuilt-inCheck with provider
Contract Terms30-day rolling, no long-term contractsNo long-term contracts
AI Vehicle DescriptionsAdvanced: customisable writing style, auto-detects selling points, low owners & optional extrasDeepSeek Intelligence
Real-Time ValuationsAutoTrader & CAPCheck with provider
Task BoardsBuilt-in: vehicle prep, finance tracking, automationsCheck with provider
Review GenerationBuilt-in: auto-collect on Google, AutoTrader, Facebook & moreCheck with provider
InspectionsBuilt-in: PDI, healthchecks, branded Simple & Detailed PDFsCheck with provider
Electronic SignaturesBuilt-in: order forms, invoices & deposit receipts signed from your DMSCheck with provider
Dealership VideoAvailable via Motor Marketing Solutions partnershipCheck with provider

Why Choose Haswent

  • Google Vehicle Ads managed for you: we handle the feed, campaigns and optimisation
  • DMS included with every package, not only the top tier
  • Social media automation that posts vehicles from your DMS to Facebook
  • Remote vehicle appraisals with guided image capture and custom branding
  • AutoTrader Connect integration for real-time two-way data sync
  • DMS, website, feeds, ads and social media all working from the same stock data
  • Finance in one system: the website quote, online application, lender proposals and deal are all connected

The Haswent Advantage

Integrated Platform

DMS, website, ads and social media all connected

Google Vehicle Ads

Managed end-to-end from feed to conversion

Automatic VAT

Margin scheme and standard VAT calculated for you

One Team

Single point of contact for your entire digital presence

See Haswent with your own stock

Book a demo and see how Haswent compares with Car Dealer 5 for the way your dealership works.

Disclaimer: The information on this page was accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time of writing and was last reviewed in April 2026. "Check with provider" means we could not confirm that feature from Car Dealer 5's own website. Product offerings, features and pricing may change over time. We recommend verifying current capabilities directly with Car Dealer 5 before making any purchasing decisions. If you believe any information on this page is inaccurate, please contact us and we will update it promptly.