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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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... -
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 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 moneyThe best hybrid cars have enjoyed an upturn in popularity among buyers recently because they’re a good first step towards electrification, offering lower running costs without the hassle of EV... -
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... -
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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... -
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 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... -
400 mile club: the longest-range electric cars in the UK 2025Range anxiety has long restrained new car buyers from picking up an electric car, but those days may soon be over. The battery technology in mainstream EVs is improving all the time.... -
The best seven-seaters in 2025 – the ultimate in family transportSeven seaters are fantastically versatile cars. If you have a big family (or loads of mates), they afford you the luxury of carting everyone around in the same vehicle. That’s... -
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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... -
Parkers top buys 2025 - the 13 best cars for your money right nowLooking for the automotive top buys 2025? You’ve come to the right place. Cars come in all shapes and sizes, and what we know is that most now achieve a... -
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The safest cars on sale in 2025, as tested by Euro NCAPCrash safety is an important factor to consider when buying a new car, especially if you’re looking for a family car. Thankfully, the crash test experts at Euro NCAP take... -
The best estate cars in 2025 – load luggers with added styleEstate cars could be facing a difficult future. The all-consuming shift towards SUVs is sweeping across the motoring landscape, ousting any form of family car that has even the vaguest... -
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 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... -
The best cars for snow - these motors will get you through the worst winter can throw at youA white Christmas may be rare in the UK, but it’s still not uncommon for an ‘Arctic blast’ to dump a load of snow. Especially if you live in the... -
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The best cars that produce less than 76 g/km CO2: Avoid the VED tax hike with these carsFirst Year Rates for Vehicle Excise Duty are going up from April 2025. Now, only electric vehicles (EVs) will be eligible for the lowest £10 rate, so even if you’re... -
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... -
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... -
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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 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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Parkers top buys 2025 - the 13 best cars for your money right nowLooking for the automotive top buys 2025? You’ve come to the right place. Cars come in all shapes and sizes, and what we know is that most now achieve a...
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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,...
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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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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 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...
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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... -
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...
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Best towing cars 2025 - the best choices for those who need to carry more than the average loadWhether you tow a touring caravan, a car trailer, a glider, or just a load of garden rubbish, you’ll want one of the best cars for towing that doesn’t compromise... -
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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 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...
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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... -
The best hybrid cars to buy in 2025: get the most for your moneyThe best hybrid cars have enjoyed an upturn in popularity among buyers recently because they’re a good first step towards electrification, offering lower running costs without the hassle of EV...
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The best premium hatchbacks 2025 - the cut-above family cars tested and ratedWant a family hatchback, love the size and usefulness, but want something that’s a cut above? Then you’re in the market for a premium hatchback. In some respects we think... -
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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... -
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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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... -
The best hot hatchbacks in 2025 - the ultimate giantkillers, tested and ratedThe best hot hatchbacks have long been considered a kind of egalitrianising performance car format, making them some of the best cars in the real world. Combing all the practicality... -
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... -