Top-selling Vehicles in UK: Ford Puma Remains at Number One
The UK car market has seen some changes in 2025, with the Ford Puma maintaining its position as the top-selling model for the second consecutive year. According to data provided by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), the Ford Puma has sold 30,764 units so far this year, making it the best-selling car of 2025[1].
The Kia Sportage, a family SUV that entered its fifth generation at the tail end of 2022, follows closely behind in second place. As of the data available, the Kia Sportage has sold 27,494 units in 2025[1]. The Nissan Qashqai, Volkswagen Golf, Nissan Juke, and Vauxhall Corsa complete the top six of the 2025 UK best-selling cars[3].
Interestingly, the Ford Puma is the only top-selling car with a fully electric variant included in the 2025 UK best-sellers. The Puma Gen-E, Ford's electric crossover, has contributed to its popularity[1]. However, none of the other named models in the 2025 UK top 10 sales list are explicitly electric according to the data provided[3].
Regarding French carmaker Citroën, none of its models appear in the 2025 UK top 10 best-selling cars. Though Citroën does offer electric cars like the Citroën e-C4, it is not among the top sellers currently[4].
The Kia Sportage offers a variety of powertrains, including mild-hybrid, full-hybrid, and plug-in hybrid options, providing a great choice for buyers. However, no specific sales data for the Kia Sportage is provided for the year to date in 2025.
The broader new car market is experiencing fluctuations, with challenges including uncertainty about government incentives. The government's newly revised electric vehicle grant has come into effect this month, with six cars affected, all from French car maker Citroen[2].
Despite these challenges, the Ford Puma has remained the UK's best-selling car in 2025, with no other cars coming close to its sales figures. The Kia Sportage has retained second place for the third consecutive month in the UK's best-selling cars of 2025.
| Top 10 Best-Selling Cars (UK 2025) | Electric Car in List? | French (Citroën) in List? | |--------------------------------------------------|----------------------|----------------------------| | Ford Puma (includes fully electric Gen-E) | Yes (Ford Puma Gen-E)| No | | Kia Sportage | No (mostly hybrid) | No | | Nissan Qashqai | No | No | | Volkswagen Golf | No | No | | Nissan Juke | No | No | | Vauxhall Corsa | No | No |
[1] SMMT Data: https://www.smmt.co.uk/vehicles/new-car-registrations/
[2] Government Revised Electric Vehicle Grant: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/revised-plug-in-car-grant-rates-announced
[3] Car Sales UK: https://www.carsalesuk.net/news/top-10-best-selling-cars-uk-2025/
[4] Citroën e-C4 Review: https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/citroen/e-c4
- The Ford Puma, as the only top-selling car with a fully electric variant included in the 2025 UK best-sellers, showcases a blend of traditional cars and electric options in the UK's lifestyle, indicating a diverse shift in automotive preferences.
- Despite the Kia Sportage offering various powertrain options, including hybrid models, it is not yet represented in the list of electric cars in the 2025 UK best-sellers, suggesting that the UK car market may still be primarily focused on traditional gasoline and diesel vehicles.
