These were the best-selling cars in March

March’s best-selling cars have been revealed with the Jaecoo 7 becoming the first Chinese car to secure first place.

Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) revealed that March was the best month on record for electrified vehicles, accounting for 196,059 registrations.

EV sales reached a new record of 86,120 registrations – an increase of 24.2 per cent. Plug-in hybrid sales rose by 46.9 per cent, taking a 13 per cent market share along with hybrids increasing by 7.3 per cent, accounting for 15.8 per cent of the market.

Petrol-powered vehicles are still the most popular among buyers, with 165,997 vehicles sold in March.

We’ve compiled a list of the top 10 best-selling cars in the UK in March.

Jaecoo 7 – 10,064

The Jaecoo 7 is the first Chinese car to be named Britain’s best-selling car.

That is thanks to its high levels of standard kit, affordable price tag and premium looks. It’s available with petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, while all models come with equipment such as heated front seats and a six-speaker sound system.

All Jaecoos come with a seven-year or 100,000-mile warranty, which gives extra peace of mind for the customer.

Ford Puma – 9,163

The Puma is Ford’s best-selling model on account of its dynamic driving experience, impressive levels of interior space and good equipment levels.

Underneath, the car sits on the same chassis as the old Fiesta, which gives it a sporty edge from behind the wheel.

The car is available with a choice of mild-hybrid petrol engines and there is an electric ‘Gen-E’ variant equipped with a 43kWh battery pack and an electric motor to provide a claimed electric range of up to 233 miles.

Nissan Qashqai – 8,718

The British-built Nissan Qashqai has been a popular choice for many years.

The latest model features lots of standard equipment and comes with a decent amount of interior space. It’s available with frugal mild-hybrid and regular hybrid powertrains, too.

The latest ‘e-Power’ setup can deliver a claimed 62mpg on the combined cycle, while emitting just 102g/km of CO2.

Kia Sportage – 7,310

The Kia Sportage is one of the best midsize family SUVs on the market.

It’s available with mild-hybrid and regular hybrid powertrains, while all models are great to drive, have a premium-feeling cabin and offer lots of practicality.

Plus, the Sportage comes with Kia’s seven-year or 100,000-mile warranty as standard, making it a great all-rounder in this sector of the market.

Vauxhall Corsa – 6,315

The Vauxhall Corsa is a sensible and practical supermini that is available with petrol, hybrid and electric powertrains.

It represents excellent value for money and shares the same chassis as the Peugeot 208. The Corsa isn’t the most exciting car on sale, but it provides a decent amount of space and with a 309-litre boot capacity, it should be an easy car to live with.

Volvo XC40 – 6,311

The XC40 might have been around for nearly a decade, but that hasn’t put British buyers off this stylish Swedish alternative.

The XC40 is available with mild-hybrid or electric power, badged ‘EX40’, and is a comfortable, practical and premium-feeling SUV.

Its interior still feels fresh, with lots of soft-touch materials and it has some of the most comfortable seats fitted to a car on the market.

MG HS – 6,135

The HS is one of MG’s best models as it provides lots of space and a premium-feeling driving experience.

It’s available with petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, with the PHEV variant capable of travelling up to a claimed 75 miles on electric power.

Prices start at £26,245 making it one of the cheapest cars in its class, while all models come with equipment such as a 12.3-inch infotainment system, a reversing camera and a six-speaker audio system.

Volkswagen Golf – 5,890

The Volkswagen Golf is a tough act to follow if you’re looking for a practical and efficient family hatchback.

The latest model is available with mild-hybrid, diesel and plug-in hybrid powertrains, and there is even a five-door estate variant.

Behind the wheel, the Golf is solid, refined and handles well, making it one of the best all-round packages.

Tesla Model Y – 5,177

The Model Y is one of the world’s best-selling EVs and that’s because it provides lots of space and has a decent electric range.

Inside, it’s typically a Tesla with a minimalist design with no physical dials, while there is a 854-litre boot capacity, which is vast compared to a Skoda Enyaq’s 585-litre volume.

The entry-level ‘Standard Range’ car with its rear-wheel drive setup can manage a claimed 314 miles between trips to the plug.

BMW 1 Series – 4,936

The BMW 1 Series is a sporty, premium and good-to-drive hatchback that is a competitor to the Volkswagen Golf.

The latest model is the first 1 Series to use a front-wheel drive setup, while the interior is driver-focused with a low-seating position and angled dashboard design.

The M Sport model also boasts sports suspension, larger wheels and ‘M’ badging to give the car a much more aggressive appearance.