These were the best-selling cars in April

April’s best-selling cars have been revealed with SUVs and hatchbacks still the go-to choice for British buyers.

Last month saw a 10.4 per cent decline in new car registrations, while electric vehicle sales have increased by 8.1 per cent, now taking more than a fifth in the market share according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Petrol-powered cars are still the most popular choice among buyers with 58,733 registrations in April, followed by battery-powered vehicles at 24,558 units.

We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 best-selling cars for April.

Once again, Kia’s popular small family SUV takes the crown of Britain’s best-selling car in April.

The current Sportage has been around since 2021, but that doesn’t mean it’s starting to feel its age.

It still looks fresh with a bold exterior design and smart-looking cabin, while there are plenty of powertrains on offer, including petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid variants.

Plus, all models come as standard with Kia’s seven-year or 100,000-mile warranty.

Ford’s smallest model, the Puma, has become one of the nation’s favourite cars, ever since it returned as a small crossover back in 2020.

Last year, the car received a midlife makeover which brought a revised interior and updated exterior design.

Plus, it shares its underpinnings with the discontinued Fiesta, allowing for fine handling and a well-tuned chassis setup.

Also, with the likes of the hot ‘ST’ variant and recently launched ‘Gen-E’ electric offering, there is a Puma that will suit everyone.

Britain’s best-selling supermini is the Vauxhall Corsa, and for good reason.

It’s affordable to buy, cheap to run, and it’s available with a choice of petrol, hybrid and electric powertrains.

Furthermore, the EV variant is one of the cheapest new electric vehicles on sale in the UK, making it more accessible for those wanting to switch from petrol to battery power.

Nissan’s Qashqai has been a huge success over here in the UK ever since the original model was launched in 2007.

The latest model has just been facelifted, bringing a new front end, updated interior layout and the choice of petrol and hybrid powertrains.

The Qashqai is practical, good-looking and comfortable to drive, making it an ideal family car.

If you want a Volkswagen Golf but with a more premium badge, then the Audi A3 is the car for you.

It comes with a premium feeling interior with a lot of plush materials used throughout, while the practical five-door body style means there is sufficient room inside for occupants.

To drive, the A3 is refined, smooth and comfortable and with a choice of petrol and plug-in hybrid engines available, it gives the consumer more choice.

Also, if you want more power, Audi also offers the car in a sportier ‘S3’ and ‘RS3’ guise, along with the option of a four-door saloon variant, giving the car a sleeker appearance.

One of Volvo’s most popular models, the XC40, is one of Britain’s favourite cars and it’s easy to see why.

It may be getting on a bit in age, but the car offers plenty of interior space, has a premium-feeling cabin and is available with a choice of petrol or electric powertrains.

To drive, the XC40 isn’t the most engaging with numb steering and lacklustre performance, but it’s very refined, quiet and smooth, making it perfect for those longer trips.

The Nissan Juke was the kickstarter of the compact crossover segment and the latest one still looks pretty fresh.

That’s thanks to a facelift that the car received last year, which brought it some slight exterior and interior tweaks as well as some new exterior paint schemes.

Under the bonnet, there is a choice of petrol and hybrid engines, making the car cheaper to run and there is a decent amount of standard equipment on offer.

The 2008 is Peugeot’s smallest SUV and shares its underpinnings with the Vauxhall Mokka, Jeep Avenger and Alfa Romeo Junior.

The 2008 comes with a bold exterior design, wild interior layout and is available with petrol, hybrid and electric power.

It’s not the most engaging car to drive and the small steering wheel won’t be to everyone’s taste, but if you want a good-looking and efficient small crossover, the 2008 is worth checking out.

The Hyundai Tucson is almost the same car underneath as the best-selling Kia Sportage.

However, the Tucson gets a bolder exterior design and a more stylish cabin layout. Plus, the Tucson is available with petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid power with all models managing to be efficient and easy to drive.

Inside, the Tucson is very practical with lots of storage compartments and a decent amount of space in the back for rear occupants. It’s also good to drive with direct handling and decent performance.

Furthermore, all models come with Hyundai’s five-year or 100,000-mile warranty as standard.

The latest Mini Cooper is a cool and quirky small car that still keeps the older models’ fun character.

To drive, the handling is one of the best from any car with loads of grip, a quick turn-in, and  zero body lean.

There are also several different versions to go for and if you’re a keen driver, there are the sportier ‘S’ and ‘John Cooper Works’ models.

The interior features a circular OLED touchscreen, recycled materials and toggle switches for the different driving modes.

It’s not the most practical car with limited rear seat space and a small boot, but if you want a car that will put a smile on your face, then the Mini is a great choice.