Britain's best-selling car brands revealed with ‘devastatingly handsome' Ford STILL topping the charts
BRITAIN'S best-selling car brands have been revealed with the "devastatingly handsome" Ford still at the top.
We're over halfway through the year, and
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The Ford Puma remains the best-selling car of the year so far
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However, the Ford Puma has retained its top spot despite low sales at the beginning of the year.
Last month saw a 1.6 per cent rise in car sales, with a whopping 150,070 vehicles sold in May.
There's also been a 25.8 per cent surge in EV sales, adding 32,738 more electric cars to UK roads.
Despite the increase in electric motors,
there were no
Tesla
models in the top 10 most bought cars.
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Here are the most popular cars in 2025 so far.
Ford Puma
- 21,936 units
The Ford Puma remains the best-selling car of the year, just as it was in 2024.
It had a slow start to the year, but after three straight months of strong sales, it's climbed back to the top spot.
The popular model appeals to drivers with its affordable pricing and range of options, including the sporty Puma ST variant.
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The upcoming release of the electric Ford Puma Gen-E will help cement its top spot status.
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The second most popular car sold - the Kia Sportage
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Kia Sportage - 19,636 units
This SUV is 'fresh, eye-catching and modern,' as described by Autocar.
Its designers in Seoul will be thrilled to see the much-loved model hold onto second place for another month running.
The Kia Sportage offers mild-hybrid, full-hybrid, and plug-in hybrid options, giving buyers plenty of choice.
Built in Europe, the car has a futuristic design which car expert Matt Saunders said caught his imagination.
Matt said: 'Not sure if it was aircraft tail fins or T-bone steaks that those air vents reminded me of, but I certainly kept coming back to look at them.
'Sometimes character/full product design can be just that simple.'
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Nissan Qashqai is the third most popular in the UK
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Nissan Qashqai
- 17,077 units
This Nissan was the most sought-after car in 2022, but has since been leapfrogged by its competitors.
Despite a recent dip, it remains a popular choice among drivers thanks to its strong practicality and ongoing appeal.
The SUV is so popular that the average Brit is said to always be within 500m of one.
The Nissan Qashqai's sales have been boosted by the addition of electrified powertrains in its third generation.
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A Vauxhall Corsa car, which was the fourth most popular
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Vauxhall Corsa - 16,545 units
The Vauxhall Corsa has had a rollercoaster ride in annual car sales, hitting number one in 2021 before dropping out of the top 10 in 2024.
In response to weak sales, Vauxhall completely redesigned the model.
The Corsa now features a sleek, modern design and upgraded technology, giving it a more luxurious feel.
The overhaul was an apparent success, with the Corsa now taking the number four spot for the most bought car in the UK.
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The Nissan Juke overtook the Volkswagen Golf to claim fith spot
Nissan Juke – 15,249 units
The Nissan Juke is the newest model to climb the ranks, overtaking the Volkswagen Golf in Autocar's updated list of best-selling cars.
The small SUV continues to be popular, securing fourth place in 2024.
It got a facelift in mid-2023, which also introduced hybrid power for the first time.
The UK's most popular cars for this year have been revealed.
The Ford Puma has taken the first place spot for the second year in a row.
However, there has been a major shakeup across the Top 10 as Tesla sales plummet in the UK and Europe.
Here's the top 10 most bought cars in the UK:
1. Ford Puma – 21,936 units
2. Kia Sportage – 19,636 units
3. Nissan Qashqai – 17,077 units
4. Vauxhall Corsa – 16,545 units
5. Nissan Juke – 10,414 units
6. Volkswagen Golf – 10,749 units
7. MG HS - 9738 units
8. Volkswagen Tiguan - 9140 units
9. Volvo XC40 - 12,606 units
10. MG HS - 12,545 units
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