According to the figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) the UK new car market grew by 13.7% in September 2025 which is the strongest performance since September 2020.

More than 50.8% of new cars registered last month with the new 75 plate were electrified in some way.

A total of  312,891 new vehicles were registered, with the Kia Sportage being the most registered car last month. Year to date, the Ford Puma still leads the way with 41,531 being registered.

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.

Said Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive.

Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)

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