Most Popular New Cars In 2025
Despite a dip in July, in 2025 the UK is on course to see the largest number of new car registrations since 2019, with the first half of the year seeing over one million vehicles sold.
According to the SMMT (Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders), the market saw a 5% dip in July registrations to 140,154 units, the lowest July since 2022, despite this the first half of 2025 has been very promising.
Full Electric and Plug-in Hybrid sales continue to grow, despite this petrol cars are still the biggest seller.
SUVs and Crossovers are proving extremely popular filling 8 of the top 10 best-selling slots, with many manufacturers having at least three models in the segments to offer, usually a compact, medium and large-sized SUV.
If you are in the market for a new car deal, here are the top ten best sellers for the first 6 months of 2025:
1. Ford Puma – 30,764 Registrations
The Puma is Ford’s funky compact SUV, this vehicle has proved so successful that Ford have discontinued the Fiesta. The Puma was built on the same platform as the Fiesta and is (almost) as much fun to drive.
All models get plenty of standard equipment, inside there’s a wide 12-inch infotainment screen with integrated sat nav and Android Auto/Apple CarPlay support.
Driver assistance across the range includes rear parking sensors, rear camera and automatic emergency braking. You can read an in-depth review of the 2025 Puma model range here.
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2. Kia Sportage – 27,494 Registrations
The Sportage is outselling the Qashqai in 2025 (no mean feat), the Qashqai has been an extremely big seller in the UK for several years and widely recognised as the first mass selling Crossover.
The Sportage features a spacious interior and excellent build quality, backed up by KIA’s attractive 7-year warranty.
There’s a choice of a petrol engine or if you want to dip into the electric market, self-charging or plug-in hybrid options.
All models get the large 12.3-inch screen inside with navigation, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Driver assistance features as standard include rear camera, parking sensors, lane keep assist and forward collision assist (can detect a potential collision and automatically apply the brakes).
As you move up the model range, you get additional tech and comfort like heated seats and a 360 camera.
Compare All Kia Sportage Models & Price Here
3. Nissan Qashqai – 24,529 Registrations
The Qashqai has been around for 18 years and is credited with being one of the pioneers of the Crossover/SUV revolution. Despite ever-increasing competition its sales numbers speak for its popularity and ever-advancing technology.
Built in the UK at Nissan’s Sunderland plant it offers a reassuring all-round package with a spacious/comfortable interior and cutting-edge semi-autonomous driver technology.
Engines-wise you get a mild hybrid option or Nissan’s unique e-Power full hybrid system. The e-Power system delivers a full electric like experience by using the electric motor to drive the wheels while the petrol combustion engine is used to charge the electric battery.
Compare All Nissan Qashqai Specs & Deals Here
4. Vauxhall Corsa – 22,196 Registrations
In a sea of Crossovers and SUVs sits the venerable little Corsa in third place. A testament that there is still plenty of demand for a ‘traditional’ small car.
The Corsa offers low running costs with the choice of a plucky petrol engine, a hybrid or a full electric option with a real-world range of up to 200 miles.
All models get a 10-inch touch screen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and driver assistance tech like rear parking sensors, lane departure warning and automatic emergency braking. As you move up to higher grade models you’ll get additional perks like heated seats, Alcantara interior trim and rear camera.
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5. Nissan Juke – 21,604 Registrations
The Juke is Nissan’s funky-looking Compact SUV and the Ford Puma’s biggest rival. It combines bold looks with great Nissan tech and efficient yet punchy engines.
Inside most new 2025 model get twin12.3-inch screens, a touchscreen with integrated navigation, Android and Auto/Apple CarPlay support and digital driver display.
Driver assistance tech includes a rear-view camera, lane departure warning and automatic emergency braking system.
Higher trim-levels get features like premium audio system and Alcantara or synthetic leather interior.
Browse All Nissan Juke Models & Prices Here
6. Volkswagen Golf – 18,974 Registrations
Still a firm favourite is the VW Golf, offering something for just about everyone. It makes a great family hatchback or even more spacious option if you choose the estate model.
If you are looking for a punchier sports model, there’s the GTI or high-performance R model and there’s even an all-wheel drive option.
The Golf offers VW quality and reliability; the interior is premium yet practical. Entry-level models get an 8-ich touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, while higher grade models get the large 12.9-inch screen.
All models get features like a full digital cockpit, automatic headlights, parking sensors, keyless engine start. As you move up the range you’ll get additional features like rear camera, high beam assist, sporty suspension and sports performance on the GTI and models.
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7. MG HS – 17,793 Registrations
MG was purchased by Chinese automotive giant SAIC Motor in 2007 and since then it has seen a gradual resurgence.
The HS is its mid-sized SUV aggressively priced with great levels of standard equipment. For a spacious, practical SUV it is near impossible to beat for the price and it undercuts all its rivals.
Across the range you’ll find twin 12.3-inch screens inside, and ‘MG Pilot’ driver assistance tech that includes features like automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, blind spot detection and rear cross traffic alert.
You get a choice of a petrol or a widely heralded plug-in hybrid with a full electric range of up to 75 miles. At the same time, it can still manage 0.60mph in under 7 seconds.
Compare All MG HS Specs and Prices Here
8. Volkswagen Tiguan – 17,750 Registrations
The Tiguan is VW’s mid-sized SUV (albeit an extremely spacious one) with class leading boot space.
It’s practicability and oodles of space make it a fantastic family vehicle.
There are plenty of engine options and if you are in the market for a diesel which are becoming harder to find then you might want to look at the Tiguan. Option includes a petrol mild hybrid, diesel and plug-in hybrid. The plug-in has an impressive full electric range of up to 77 miles.
As you’d expect with VW you get the quality build and high-quality materials.
Across the range you get 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system paired with 10.3-inch digital driver display.
You get a very long list of driver assistance tech including rear camera, parking sensors, lane keep assist, automatic emergency braking, blind spot monitoring and a whole lot more.
As you move up to mid and top range models, you’ll get extra features like wireless phone charging, heated seats and a 360 camera.
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9. Peugeot 2008 – 17,605 Registrations
The Peugeot 2008 is the third compact SUV on this list whilst being a tad larger than it’s two biggest rivals the Ford Puma and Nissan Juke.
Some unique features include Peugeot’s i-Cockpit that combines a flat top steering wheel with a slightly elevated configurable 10-inch driver display to improve the driver experience and make the controls more accessible.
Standard features include twin 10-inch screens; driver display and touchscreen infotainment system, parking sensors, active safety brake, lane keep assist and parking sensors.
If you are in the market for a compact SUV and want something with a tad more cabin space then the Ford Puma or Nissan Juke, this could be for you (it should be noted the Ford Puma does offer slightly more boot space however).
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10. Hyundai Tucson – 17,249 Registrations
The Tucson is yet another medium-sized SUV (yes, they are very popular and everywhere).
The Tucson features a bold, sculpted exterior design, spacious interior, plenty of standard tech and some rugged features thrown in. On hybrid 4-wheel models there is a terrain drive mode that optimises the vehicle for more demanding terrain like mud, snow or other heavy conditions.
Inside you get two curved 12.3-inch screens for digital driver display and infotainment system, that give the dash a high-tech look. The infotainment system supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
Driver assistance tech includes forward collisions-avoidance assist, a fancy name for an automatic emergency braking system that can detect obstacles, pedestrians, cyclists etc. Other features include Lane Keep Assist, parking sensors and rear-view camera with parking guidance.
All of this is backed up by a Hyundai 7-year warranty.