Our rundown of the UK’s top 10 EVs in 2025

The SMMT’s full-year 2025 registration data shows that the UK’s top electric cars are now mostly familiar, family-friendly models and well-known fleet favourites. This is important for leasing because when there’s strong demand for new cars, it usually leads to more interest in the used market when these cars return at the end of their contracts, which affects pricing.

Tesla Model Y and 3 lead the way

Leading the pack is Tesla’s Model Y, with 24,298 registrations. It’s popular for leasing because it offers the practicality of an SUV, strong brand recognition, and a reputation for being great on long drives. For company car drivers, benefit in kind tax starts from £335 a year.

The Model 3 comes in second with 21,188 registrations, appealing to drivers who want efficiency, range for their money, and a more saloon-like driving experience.

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Audi proves popular

Audi takes both third and fourth places with the Audi Q4 e-tron at 14,433 registrations and the newer Q6 e-tron at 13,148. This shows the ongoing demand for premium electric SUVs, both compact and more luxurious, especially in business fleets where brand reputation, interior quality, and predictable costs are key factors in leasing decisions. Our latest Audi lease rentals can be found here.

Explorer shines the light for mainstream models

The middle of the list highlights how important mainstream SUV designs have become. The Ford Explorer has 12,237 registrations, making it a practical family choice within a familiar brand. It offers a pleasing design, plenty of practicality and the backup of the Ford network. You can explore the Ford Explorer lease deals here.

BMW’s executive elegance in demand

Meanwhile, BMW’s i4, with 12,158 registrations, proves there’s still a strong demand for a sporty fastback that can serve as an executive car without the SUV look. The BMW i4 offers impressive performance and the sort of silky refinement you would expect from BMW. There’s impressive range - nearly 300 miles on the entry level eDrive35 M Sport - and fast charging capability too. Company car tax starts from just £422 a year (26/25 tax year) for a lot of executive refinement. Discover more BMW i4 here.

But electric SUVs remain a favourite in 2025

Skoda’s Enyaq, with 11,940 registrations, continues to be a space-focused, value-driven fleet favourite. No wonder, with a range of between 268 to nearly 360 miles, depending on model, the Enyaq provides the practicality and range that drivers demand. If the Skoda Enyaq sounds like your sort of car, then we have some great leasing options for you here.

It’s joined in the top 10 electric cars for 2025 by two newer models that quickly gained popularity: the highly distinctive Kia EV3 with 11,188 registrations and the Skoda Elroq with 10,713 registrations. These cars show that the mid-size electric SUV segment is now the market’s main focus, where practicality, affordability, and features are the deciding factors for most deals. More details and leasing options for the Kia EV3 are here; and for leasing the Skoda Elroq here.

Volvo takes 10th spot in the top selling EVs of 2025

Finally, the Volvo EX30 rounds out the top 10 with 10,289 registrations. This highlights the appeal of compact premium EVs as city-friendly options for drivers who want brand appeal in a smaller package. It also shows how quickly well-positioned new models can succeed when they provide the class of a Volvo in a popular compact SUV shape. If you fancy driving a premium Volvo EX30, then our range of leasing options can be found here.