The SMMT has released its sales data for September 2025, which highlights the most popular powertrains but also what models of cars have sold the most.
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has today revealed the registration figures for September 2025 and we'll have a full breakdown of everything soon, but lets look at the top models that were sold last month.
For August 2025, the Ford Puma dominated the sales charts with 2,457 sold with Kia sitting at #2, but things have had a shake up last month as not only did the new 75 registration come into play, but Kia revealed a brand new Sportage, which is available now.
The Ford Puma is also the only one in this list that is offered as an EV as well as petrol and the sales figures will have this combined into one.
The top 10 bestselling cars in September 2025
- Kia Sportage - 9,455
- Ford Puma - 8,310
- Nissan Qashqai - 7,218
- Jaecoo 7 - 6,489
- Vauxhall Corsa - 5,841
- BYD Seal U - 5,373
- Hyundai Tuscon - 5,347
- MG HS - 5,173
- Volkswagen Golf - 5,147
- Volvo XC40 - 4,941
What the SMMT has to say
Mike Hawes the SMMT Chief Executive said:
"Electrified vehicles are powering market growth after a sluggish summer – and with record ZEV uptake, massive industry investment is paying off, despite demand still trailing ambition. The Electric Car Grant will help to break down one of the barriers holding back more drivers from making the switch – and tackling remaining roadblocks, by unlocking infrastructure investment and driving down energy costs, will be crucial to the success of the industry and the environmental goals we share."
The top 10 bestselling cars for 2025 so far
- Ford Puma - 41,531
- Kia Sportage - 38,734
- Nissan Qashqai - 32,789
- Vauxhall Corsa - 29,327
- Nissan Juke - 26,995
- Volkswagen Golf - 25,163
- MG HS - 24,104
- Hyundai Tuscon - 23,729
- Volkswagen Tiguan -23,519
- Volvo XC40 - 22,940
Final Thoughts
The main highlights is that the Jaecoo 7 has been in the top 10 for the past few months, which for brand new company that was only launched in the UK in 2025 - is very impressive.
Also BYD has its own PHEV with the Seal U at the top this month. Both cars have pretty large batteries, that can be plugged in at home and offer impressive range when using the petrol engine and motors together.
