UK's best-selling cars so far this year including new Chinese brand - Mini, Ford, VW, Nissan and more

New data shows which cars are the most popular among millions of drivers, with a range of brands included in the top 10.

Well-known European brands, including Vauxhall, Volkswagen and Volvo, have all cracked the best-selling list, while new brands, such as China's Jaecoo, threaten the established market with impressive sales.

GB News has rounded up the best-selling cars in 2026 so far, based on data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

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1. Ford Puma - 20,339 sales

2. Kia Sportage - 17,835 sales

3. Jaecoo 7 - 17,668 sales

4. Nissan Qashqai - 15,699 sales

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5. Vauxhall Corsa - 12,788 sales

6. Volkswagen Golf - 12,021 sales

7. Volvo XC40 - 11,360 sales

8. MG HS - 11,293 sales

9. Mini Cooper - 10,686 sales

10. Volkswagen Tiguan - 10,252 sales

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