Best cars 2025
Looking for the best cars to buy? Here’s where you’ll find our recommendations in all shapes and sizes. Cars come to fit everyone, and what we know is that most now achieve a very high standard across the board. But what are the absolute best ones out there?
The Parkers team thoroughly tests hundreds of cars every year – from city slickers to luxury cruisers – all of which are compared with their rivals, so we always know which are the best options for you to buy. We take seriously how we test cars and these lists are the result of this painstaking process of reviewing.
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Looking for Britain’s cheapest cars? These are the lowest-priced new motors you can buy todayOnce upon a time, the cheapest new cars on sale in the UK were mostly exercises in compromise. Built in creaky old factories, often by brands from the Eastern Bloc,... -
Best self-charging hybrid cars to buy in 2025 – hybrid choices without the cableSelf-charging hybrid cars are a great interim solution for those who can’t make an electric car suit their lifestyle yet. They blend the convenience of a petrol car with the... -
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The best mild hybrid cars 2025: the easiest way to embrace electrificationYou’ll quickly notice that the best mild hybrid cars are a varied bunch, no matter your needs you’ll be able to find something to suit your needs. Mild hybrids are... -
The best diesel hybrid cars of 2025 - how to have your cake and eat itElectric cars are growing in popularity, but not as fast as many predicted. The EU’s recent decision to exempt cars running on e-fuel from the 2035 petrol and diesel engine... -
The best seven-seater hybrid cars in 2025 – our prime choices, tested and ratedHybrid family cars come in all shapes and sizes these days, including cavernous people movers. We’re not just talking about image-crushing MPVs either; these days seven-seater hybrid cars include SUVs,... -
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Best plug-in hybrid cars of 2025 – tax efficient and fun to driveSo you find yourself doing your bit for sustainability, and part of that is wanting to go electric. However, public charging isn’t really covering itself in glory right now, and... -
Best plug-in hybrid estate cars 2025 – low-compromise alternatives to an EV wagonAs estate car buyers embrace electrification but shy away from full-electric vehicles, the best plug-in hybrids are gaining popularity. PHEVs have emerged as a popular choice for drivers who want... -
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Best hybrid and electric sports cars in 2025 - how to have fun when plugging-inYou could be forgiven for thinking that great hybrid and fully electric sports cars are few and far between, or the concept is bit of an oxymoron altogether. There’s a misconception... -
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The best small hybrid cars – small motors, big savings, all tested and ratedWe’re big fans of small hybrid cars. These battery-assisted tiddlers are designed to maximise fuel economy, but a side benefit of their electrification is that they deliver smooth, nippy acceleration,... -
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The best hybrid estates 2025 - our recommended plug and go optionsIf you need the space and practicality of an estate car but aren’t quite ready to make the switch to a fully electric vehicle, your options might seem limited. That’s... -
The best hybrid cars to buy in 2025: get the most for your moneyDrivers are flocking to hybrid cars. Changing regulations are forcing car makers to build electric cars, but buyers aren’t that interested in them. Electric cars simply aren’t selling quickly enough... -
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The best first cars for new drivers in 2025: Parkers' definitive listAfter all the trials, tribulations and many long hours of practice to pass your driving test, a stamp of approval from your examiner means only one thing – time to... -
The best new and used affordable convertible cars that deliver style, fun, and valueUs Brits love convertible cars. Along with the Germans, we buy more than any other nation in Europe, which isn’t as silly as it sounds. If you live in Spain... -
The best small cars to buy in 2025: we've tested and tried them allWhen the Ford Fiesta was killed off in 2023 we thought that might be it for the small car sector in general. Buyers, it seemed, were so much more interested... -
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Best small hot hatchbacks to buy in 2025 – tiddlers guaranteed to put a smile on your faceHot hatchbacks are great. They’re the Swiss Army knives of the automotive world, offering drivers performance, practicality and acceptable fuel economy – all for a reasonable price. Sadly though, small hot... -
The best sports SUVs in 2025 – recommended for those who want to carry loads quicklyIf you’re in the market for a new car, you may well be considering one of the best new SUVs. Their appeal is understandable; they’re often quite practical, especially if... -
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The best small automatic cars in 2025 - top choices for making light work of citiesThe UK’s affinity for small cars with manual gearboxes is well known but there’s no reason why the two should be irrevocably linked. While there’s no doubt a manual gearbox... -
The best luxury hybrid cars of 2025 - battery-assisted vehicles to sooth stressful journeysIf you think all the best hybrids are all penny-pinching econoboxes, think again. Even proper premium manufacturers like BMW and even Bentley are wheeling out luxury hybrid cars. With sizeable... -
Best family hybrid cars 2025 - top choices for those who mix petrol and electricChoosing a family car is always a tricky business, and making sure you choose the right fuel is more important than ever. As well as petrol, diesel, or electric, you... -
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The best hardtop convertibles to buy in 2025 – the best of both worldsHardtop convertible cars used to be a common sight on UK roads. In the early 2000s, loads of mainstream manufacturers dabbled with the body style – and the cars found... -
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The best hybrid cars to buy in 2025: get the most for your moneyDrivers are flocking to hybrid cars. Changing regulations are forcing car makers to build electric cars, but buyers aren’t that interested in them. Electric cars simply aren’t selling quickly enough...
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The best small cars to buy in 2025: we've tested and tried them allWhen the Ford Fiesta was killed off in 2023 we thought that might be it for the small car sector in general. Buyers, it seemed, were so much more interested...
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The best new cars coming in 2025: the ones worth waiting forCar manufacturers have a challenging year ahead. The government’s ZEV mandate is forcing the industry to adopt electrification or face enormous fines. While that’s a very noble gesture for the... -
Looking for Britain’s cheapest cars? These are the lowest-priced new motors you can buy todayOnce upon a time, the cheapest new cars on sale in the UK were mostly exercises in compromise. Built in creaky old factories, often by brands from the Eastern Bloc,...
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The best first cars for new drivers in 2025: Parkers' definitive listAfter all the trials, tribulations and many long hours of practice to pass your driving test, a stamp of approval from your examiner means only one thing – time to...
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The best MPVs to buy in 2025 – people carriers have never been so goodMPVs or people carriers aren’t as popular now as they were in the early 2000s. These days, drivers tend to favour SUVs as family cars for their slightly less dorky... -
Most reliable new cars in the UK 2025 – the business world's most dependable carsWhether you’re buying a brand-new car or a used car, reliability is regularly cited as one of the most pressing concerns. Justifiably, you want to make sure you get a... -
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The best new and used affordable convertible cars that deliver style, fun, and valueUs Brits love convertible cars. Along with the Germans, we buy more than any other nation in Europe, which isn’t as silly as it sounds. If you live in Spain...
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Best cars for dog owners 2025 - our favourite options for those who want the best for their poochAccording to research by Skoda there are an estimated 9.6 million dog owners in the UK and seven million of them travel with their dog in the car at least... -
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Best cheap fast cars - the Top 10 fun-driving, affordable, new cars guaranteed to make you grinNo new car (especially a fast one) is cheap to buy these days. However, we might have found a way to work the system. If you lease your next car... -
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Best hatchbacks to buy in 2025 - family cars have never been so goodIt’s not that long ago that hatchbacks seemed to be the default family car. With their compact dimensions, practical load area and useful space inside, they proved perfect for those... -
Most economical cars 2025 – best choices for fighting the spiralling cost of livingAs the cost of living continues to be uncomfortably high, you may well be looking for a new car that’s one of the most economical cars on the market. That... -
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Low emission cars for the ULEZ 2025 – the ultimate list for London driversWith a greater number of UK cities introducing clean air zones (CAZ) or ultra-low emission zones (ULEZ), emissions levels are becoming a bigger factor in car purchasing. Aiming to avoid... -
Best used commuter cars 2025 – value choices to get you to work on timeWhether work is a necessary chore or a fulfilling career for you, most of us spend an astonishing amount of time and money getting there. To avoid unnecessary stress and... -
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