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2020 Ford Puma (crossover)
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The best-selling cars in the UK: can anything catch the Ford Puma?
The compact crossover, which was crowned 2024's best-seller, leads the charts after a strong May
We're now halfway through 2025, and the Ford Puma is still holding firm as the UK's best-selling car.
Not only is it clinging on to the top spot this year, but it also finished 2024 as the country's most popular model.
While it has been a successful start to the year for the Puma, the overall new car market is struggling slightly – but there are signs of progress.
New car registrations increased by 1.6% year on year in May to 150,070. Plus, electric car sales continued to look healthy, increasing by 25.8% year on year to 32,738.
But which are the top 10 best-selling cars of the year so far? Keep reading to find out, with data directly from the SMMT.
www.autocar.co.uk
The compact crossover, which was crowned 2024's best-seller, leads the charts after a strong May
We're now halfway through 2025, and the Ford Puma is still holding firm as the UK's best-selling car.
Not only is it clinging on to the top spot this year, but it also finished 2024 as the country's most popular model.
While it has been a successful start to the year for the Puma, the overall new car market is struggling slightly – but there are signs of progress.
New car registrations increased by 1.6% year on year in May to 150,070. Plus, electric car sales continued to look healthy, increasing by 25.8% year on year to 32,738.
But which are the top 10 best-selling cars of the year so far? Keep reading to find out, with data directly from the SMMT.
Best-selling cars of 2025 so far: Ford Puma tops the chart six months in to the year | Autocar
The compact crossover, which was crowned 2024's best-seller, leads the charts after a strong May
www.autocar.co.uk
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Long-term intro: Ford Puma ST-Line keeps the fun-to-drive tradition alive
There’s a clash of two empires going on at your nearest Ford dealership, but it’s certainly not a bad thing.
Last month we said goodbye to our Ford Territory Titanium long-term test vehicle, which we have swapped for a brand new Puma ST-Line Vignale.
With that came the opportunity to compare two Fords from two continents, with the Territory being an adaptation of a Chinese product, developed in conjunction with JMC, and the Puma being a traditional Blue Oval machine created by the brand’s European division in Germany.
The Territory has become a strong seller in its segment, thanks to its combination of value, practicality, comfort and interior technology.
The Puma has emerged as something of a niche player, with its pricing of between R573,500 and R617,500 perhaps hindering its potential in a market that’s leaning more towards larger SUV products.
But what I’ve grown to love about the Puma, in the short time since we made acquaintance, is how it continues the tradition of compact Ford products designed from the ground up to put a smile on your face every time you drive them.
There’s a clash of two empires going on at your nearest Ford dealership, but it’s certainly not a bad thing.
Last month we said goodbye to our Ford Territory Titanium long-term test vehicle, which we have swapped for a brand new Puma ST-Line Vignale.
With that came the opportunity to compare two Fords from two continents, with the Territory being an adaptation of a Chinese product, developed in conjunction with JMC, and the Puma being a traditional Blue Oval machine created by the brand’s European division in Germany.
The Territory has become a strong seller in its segment, thanks to its combination of value, practicality, comfort and interior technology.
The Puma has emerged as something of a niche player, with its pricing of between R573,500 and R617,500 perhaps hindering its potential in a market that’s leaning more towards larger SUV products.
But what I’ve grown to love about the Puma, in the short time since we made acquaintance, is how it continues the tradition of compact Ford products designed from the ground up to put a smile on your face every time you drive them.
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What Car? review of the Puma Gen-E
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Long-term update: Ford Puma ST-Line entertains on the road less travelled
As for practicality, rear legroom and headroom are a bit on the tight side for adults and teens.
This is not really a family car, but its boot, with a capacity of 456 litres, is bigger than you might expect. It has split levels, you can have a flat floor if you want to fold the rear seats, but the boot floor doesn’t quite slot in neatly if you put it in its lowest position. Below that is an interesting little ‘cubby’ called the MegaBox, which can be used to conceal dirty sports equipment, and it even has a drain plug so you can wash it out.
The boot was more than big enough for my trip to KZN, and the vehicle provided a comfortable drive, with reasonably good economy. At the start of the journey the on-board readout was showing figures of below 6.0 litres per 100km, but after all the diversions and hilly sections, the 1,400km round trip to the South Coast saw the readout hit a perfectly reasonable 6.5 l/100km.
The Ford Puma might not be a mainstream SUV - Ford has the Territory for that - but it is beautifully styled, luxurious and fun to drive. Very desirable, but also somewhat expensive. At this end of the market, you might also want to consider an Opel Mokka or Volkswagen Taigo.
As for practicality, rear legroom and headroom are a bit on the tight side for adults and teens.
This is not really a family car, but its boot, with a capacity of 456 litres, is bigger than you might expect. It has split levels, you can have a flat floor if you want to fold the rear seats, but the boot floor doesn’t quite slot in neatly if you put it in its lowest position. Below that is an interesting little ‘cubby’ called the MegaBox, which can be used to conceal dirty sports equipment, and it even has a drain plug so you can wash it out.
The boot was more than big enough for my trip to KZN, and the vehicle provided a comfortable drive, with reasonably good economy. At the start of the journey the on-board readout was showing figures of below 6.0 litres per 100km, but after all the diversions and hilly sections, the 1,400km round trip to the South Coast saw the readout hit a perfectly reasonable 6.5 l/100km.
The Ford Puma might not be a mainstream SUV - Ford has the Territory for that - but it is beautifully styled, luxurious and fun to drive. Very desirable, but also somewhat expensive. At this end of the market, you might also want to consider an Opel Mokka or Volkswagen Taigo.
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Renault 4 E-tech vs Ford Puma Gen-E vs MG S5 EV - Electrifying
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Long-term Update: Ford Puma ST-Line feels premium, right down to the doors
VERDICT
The Ford Puma ST-Line Vignale may not be the most practical or affordable compact SUV, but it’s fun to drive, luxurious, and packed with character. For buyers who value engaging dynamics and premium touches over maximum space or a rugged image, the Puma is a compelling, if niche, alternative. It proudly continues Ford Europe’s tradition of building enjoyable compact cars.
VERDICT
The Ford Puma ST-Line Vignale may not be the most practical or affordable compact SUV, but it’s fun to drive, luxurious, and packed with character. For buyers who value engaging dynamics and premium touches over maximum space or a rugged image, the Puma is a compelling, if niche, alternative. It proudly continues Ford Europe’s tradition of building enjoyable compact cars.
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Renault 4 vs Ford Puma Gen-E - CarGurus UK
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CarGurus UK review of the updated Puma