June represents another month of growth for the new car market, with figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) highlighting a modest increase of 1.1 per cent. However, June was also the month which saw the new car market pass the one-millionth vehicle sold – the first time that it has crossed this line halfway through the year since 2019.
Small family hatchbacks and urban crossovers are still the go-to choices among British car buyers during June, so let’s take a look at what the best-sellers were over the last month.
Kia Sportage – 4,113
Not only that, but, the Sportage is also good to drive and even though looks are subjective it has striking looks depending on how you look at it.
Nissan Juke – 3,891
Its daring looks, affordable running costs and personalisation options have meant that there is a Juke for anyone and now with a recent update from its second generation, this model is now more appealing than ever.
Tesla Model Y – 3,642
Not only that, but it has decent practicality with a large boot and its minimalist cabin design makes it feel light and spacious inside the cabin.
Volkswagen Golf – 3,463
With the option of hatchback and estate models, as well as hot performance models such as the GTi and R, there really is a Golf for everyone.
BMW 1 Series – 3,397
In fact, the compact BMW is one of the best to drive in the small hatchback class. It also has relatively low running costs and over the years, its practicality has improved greatly to make this an appealing alternative to the likes of the Volkswagen Golf and Ford Focus.
Hyundai Tucson – 3,271
Its exterior design is bold and different and inside has plenty of standard equipment, which makes the Tucson great value for money.
Nissan Qashqai – 3,194
Furthermore, a choice of petrol and hybrid powertrains using Nissan’s e-Power drivetrain makes the Qashqai even cheaper to run, which should be tempting for young families and company car buyers.
Ford Puma – 3,169
Though the Fiesta – which had the same underpinnings as the Puma – might have been killed off, this compact SUV remains a more practical option due to its slightly larger boot and clever 90-litre ‘MegaBox’ underfloor storage solution.
MG ZS – 3,113
Inside, you’ll find plenty of equipment as standard including a 10.1-inch infotainment screen which incorporates both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring systems..
Tesla Model 3 – 3,111
It’s got a good range of up to 393 miles, too, while Tesla’s widespread Supercharger network means that there are thousands of options to top-up across the UK.
