Britain's best selling cars of 2025 so far revealed as hatchback favourite roars back into the lead
It comes as car manufacturers have updated their sales figures for the year, determining the current most popular new motors for UK drivers.
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At top of the charts again is the Ford Puma, which has continued to be a UK best-selling car in the last two years.
If it maintains this position for the rest of 2025, it could have a second consecutive year as the top model in the country.
This is despite slower start to the year than last, but regained its position in February.
The broader new car market is also experiencing fluctuations, which can be linked to challenges as well as uncertainty about government incentives.
However, a definitive list of the top 10 best-selling cars of the year at the moment has been provided through SMMT data.
1. Ford Puma - 30,764 units
The Puma has secured the top spot in UK sales since February this year, despite having a slow start to 2025.
This may be linked to its appealing features, being engaging to drive, and attractively priced.
There is also the option of a hot Puma ST variant, and soon arrival of the electric Ford Puma Gen-E.
2. Kia Sportage - 27,494 units
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This family SUV from the Korean automobile manufacturer retained second place for the third consecutive month.
At the end of 2022, it entered its fifth generation, and still looks a fresh and modern vehicle.
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With mild-hybrid, full-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, the Kia Sportage provides great variety for buyers.
3. Nissan Qashqai - 24,529 units
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The Nissan Qashqai really peaked in 2022 as the UK's best-selling car.
Since then, it has finished in second in 2023, and third in 2024.
It comes in at third again at the moment, proving to be a continually popular car for buyers.
The British-built family crossover provides excellent practicality, no doubt encouraged by the electrified powertrain that was added to its third generation.
4. Vauxhall Corsa - 22,196 units
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The Vauxhall Corsa has been another car that has fallen in the rankings over the past few years, after being the top in 2021.
Sales of the model fell steadily, to being left completely off the top 10 in 2024.
It has, however, been given a facelift, and proves to be performing well again.
The new supermini offers great value for money, with strong and economical powertrains, as well as some impressive digital tech.
5. Nissan Juke - 21,604 units
The Nissan Juke finished in fourth place in 2024, and has remained a popular car in the UK.
The small SUV received a refresh in the middle of 2023, after being on sale with its brand new design from 2020.
It subsequently became hybrid powered for the first time.
6. Volkswagen Golf - 18,974 units
The Golf is a dependable and efficient car that has been a popular one for some time.
It is good all-round family hatchback that has been slowly creeping its way back up the charts.
Autocar have considered this Volkswagen a "handsomely understated' designed car that has an effortless look.
There are options for drivers to customise their vehicle's interior, though, and the new models can even come with heated seats.
The German company has provided a wide-reaching technology update, a design revamp, a more powerful GTI hot hatch and a longer-range plug-in hybrid for the model, so it continue to climb in the ranks.
7. MG HS - 11,016 units
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The MG HS has been described as offering "nothing short of class-leading value for money" to justify its placement on the list.
It is available with a petrol engine or as a plug-in hybrid.
The family crossover also comes with good levels of equipment, including a 10.1-inch touchscreen, 360 degree parking camera and smartphone mirroring capabilities.
8. Volkswagen Tiguan - 17,750 units
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This is Volkswagen's popular family SUV, that has consistently been one of its best-sellers in the UK.
It is a practical and versatile option that gets a wide range of powertrains from petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrids.
Standard equipment of the vehicle includes a reversing camera, parking sensors, wireless smartphone mirroring and dual digital screens.
9. Peugeot 2008 - 17,605 units
The French firm offers style, frugal hybrid trains and electric options with this model.
The Peugeot 2008 also provides generation standard equipment for its price.
This includes front and rear parking sensors, a 10-inch infotainment touchscreen and active safety braking.
10. Hyundai Tucson - 17,249 units
This car has been a regular favourite in the UK's top 10 list.
The popular SUV is arguably the most premium option on the list, with a eye-catching look and unique lighting arragnement.
It has plush interior and a range of electrified powertrains for many Brits.
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