The Best Selling Cars in 2021

As we head into 2022, who knows what this year will bring! But with staycations still on the cards, why not consider a new used car to make sure no matter where we end up this year, you'll be smiling at the end of the journey.

Here we look at Carbase's top 10 best-selling cars in 2021 - and it's clear to see why they're so popular! So, if you're looking for your next used car, take a look at the list to get some inspiration.

Ford Fiesta

Unsurprisingly, the Ford Fiesta continues to be an extremely popular car. Ford's high-quality manufacturing not only offers excellence but also boasts innovation, and is fun to drive both in the city and around country roads. It's a well-loved vehicle that is both powerful and economical making it a great first-time car as well as a great family car. With so many models available, the Fiesta is guaranteed to suit anyone and any needs.

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Volkswagen Golf

Known for being one of the highest-quality hatchbacks on the market, a used Volkswagen Golf will always be a popular choice amongst our customers. They're a great all-rounder family car, offering reliability, peace of mind and a large boot - what's not to love! Plus, if the standard 3 or 5 door models are not big enough, look at the Golf Estate for that bit more space a growing family might need. Now available in petrol, diesel, electric and hybrid models, this car is likely to only continue to grow in popularity.

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Ford Focus

A slightly bigger version of the Fiesta, the Ford Focus is a car you can trust. With plenty of space, a comfortable ride and easy to drive, as well as a stylish exterior and all the mod-cons, this dependable car ticks all the boxes for family life and it's a great city car. It's also economical to run with some models also offering low emission levels, perfect as more and more cities introduce low emission zones. Whether you're looking for a petrol or diesel, hatchback or estate, there is a Focus to suit everyone's needs and budgets.

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Fiat 500

A modern take on a classic, the Fiat 500 is the ideal car for any first-time driver or anyone looking for a wonderful city car. Available in both a 3 door or 2 door convertible, this fun, small car has nimble handling and a powerful-enough engine for both driving around town and on the motorway. The Fiat's unique interior and comfortable seats may not be big enough for the weekly shop but are perfect for this small, stylish car.

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Vauxhall Astra

A well known and loved classic from Vauxhall, the Astra is a terrific all-rounder family hatchback. It combines comfort and efficiency with powerful performance, making it the ideal car for both motorway driving and those trips around the city. The Astra also offers a lot of car for your money: it boasts a roomy interior and decent boot size so you can pack everything up for your family's next staycation!

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Nissan Qashqai

The ideal family SUV, the Nissan Qashqai continues to remain popular with our customers. Not only does it combine a powerful SUV engine with comfort, but the Qashqai also offers innovation at an affordable price making it the ultimate crossover. By blending a large interior with a sleek and modern exterior, as well as a host of safety features, you can drive away a used Qashqai safe in the knowledge that the whole family will stay happy during those long car journeys.

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Seat Leon

A powerful yet family-friendly hatchback, the Seat Leon is a reliable and economical addition to our top best selling car list. This mid-sized car is available in a range of sizes and engine types making it the perfect vehicle for any situation, whether you're a growing family looking for an estate car, or someone looking for a smaller town car. The Leon's light steering and comfortable interior make it a winner and a great option for anyone looking for their next used car.

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Vauxhall Corsa

A rival to the Ford Fiesta, the Vauxhall Corsa is a familiar sight to most of us so no wonder it's made it on our top-selling car list. Offering a comfortable ride, the Corsa is a favourite amongst first-time drivers thanks to its fun drive, small size and generally cheaper insurance. It's also perfect for anyone slightly further into their driving journey with its practical boot size, plenty of headroom and legroom and reliability.

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BMW 3 Series

Recognised as one of the top luxurious saloons on the used car market, the BMW 3 Series is bursting with innovation and technology. Not wanting to disappoint, this BMW also offers precision steering and superb grip so you will always feel in control, even in the trickiest of driving conditions. This compact car is perfect for commuting, dropping the kids off at school and doing the weekly shop so why not consider this fantastic all-rounder as your next car?

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Volkswagen Polo

Often seen as the little brother to the Golf, this Volkswagen is a fantastic hatchback for everyone, from first-time drivers to retired couples. The Polo is a reliable and fun car, offering both 3 and 5 door models and a range of engine types to suit every situation. Interior comfort is as good as always from Volkswagen and there is plenty of technology, as well as a host of safety features, making this a great used car and well-deserving of a place on our best-selling car list.

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If you're looking for something different, take a look at all our used cars today on our website. We have a great range available and something to suit everyone.