When is the best time to buy a car?

New plate registrations are in March and September every year, so expect plenty of activity around those months as car buyers look to sell their old cars and dealerships unveil their new stock. But really, there’s no wrong time to buy a car. Great deals are listed daily, and you could find the car of your dreams at any moment – just save a search on AutoTrader and we’ll alert you as soon as your dream car is listed on our site.

Should I buy an electric car?

The electric car market is starting to boom. There’s more choice than ever before, better tech, improved batteries and charging times, and a healthier electric car charging infrastructure. With more used electric cars entering the market, EVs are becoming more affordable to more buyers too. Electric cars might not be right for everyone right now, but with everything from electric city cars to electric SUVs now being released, it’s well worth taking a look before you buy your next car. Electric cars produce fewer emissions and also tend to be cheap to run – charging an electric car from home costs much less than a tank of petrol, and then there are the savings you’ll make on road tax and servicing. AutoTrader have more electric cars listed than any other site, so if you think you’re ready to make the switch or want to learn more, head to our electric car hub .

Should I buy a new car?

We all dream of that brand-new car on the driveway and, with some great finance deals and lease deals available on leading make models, that dream could be in reach. Getting behind the wheel of a brand-new car can get you the latest tech, a full manufacturer warranty and better fuel efficiency, amongst many other perks. New cars might not be affordable for everyone (always budget properly and make sure you can afford a car before you commit), but they’re more accessible than you might think. Shop brand-new releases and compare monthly or outright costs on AutoTrader .

Can I buy a car online?

Buying online is booming, and you can now get a brand-new car delivered to your door in all its glory. Just look for participating dealerships on AutoTrader, find your dream car and arrange your delivery date when you’re ready. We’re working to keep you safe and secure when shopping online and, with AutoTrader, you can do more online – from finding that dream car to financing it. Learn more about buying a car online .

Are used cars reliable?

The UK’s used car market is massive, and so it’s worth doing your research before you buy. We’d encourage used car buyers to get a vehicle history check so they can be sure the car they’re buying is as advertised. It’s the easiest way to avoid a nasty surprise. Check our expert review to see how cars scored for reliability, safety and comfort (amongst other key areas), and take the car for a test drive to make sure it’s right for you. Used cars listed on AutoTrader have to pass a five-point check, so you can shop in confidence knowing they aren’t written off, stolen, scrapped, imported or exported. Learn more about used cars on AutoTrader .

How can I sell my car?

If you choose to sell your car through Auto Trader, you have a couple of easy options: 1. Part-exchange your car. Just find a participating dealer and trade your old car in against a brand-new one. 2. Create an advert and sell it yourself . You can list your pride and joy on AutoTrader in three simple steps. Private sales are a great way to get a good price, and the size of our audience means you’ll get your car in front of more buyers than on any other site. Learn more about selling your car .

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Peugeot 208

1.2 PureTech Allure Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£167

Per month (inc. VAT)

£2,001 initial payment

36 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Vauxhall Grandland

1.2 MHEV Ultimate e-DCT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£251

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,006 initial payment

24 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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CUPRA Born

e-Boost 59kWh V1 Auto 5dr

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£243

Per month (inc. VAT)

£2,909 initial payment

24 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Nissan Qashqai

1.3 DIG-T MHEV N-Connecta Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£237

Per month (inc. VAT)

£2,841 initial payment

36 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Skoda Kamiq

1.0 TSI Monte Carlo Edition Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£226

Per month (inc. VAT)

£2,710 initial payment

24 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Alfa Romeo Tonale

1.5 VGT MHEV Veloce DCT Euro 6 5dr

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£273

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,271 initial payment

36 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Skoda Karoq

1.5 TSI ACT SportLine DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£277

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,317 initial payment

36 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Volkswagen Golf

1.5 TSI eHybrid 19.7kWh GTE DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£290

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,480 initial payment

24 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Skoda Octavia

2.0 TSI vRS DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£293

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£3,508 initial payment

36 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Volkswagen ID.7

Pro 77kWh Match Fastback Auto 5dr

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£335

Per month (inc. VAT)

£4,017 initial payment

36 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

May 2025 delivery

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Nissan X-Trail

1.5 h e-POWER N-Connecta Auto e-4ORCE Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£314

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,757 initial payment

36 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Volkswagen ID.5

Pro 77kWh Match Auto 5dr

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£321

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,842 initial payment

24 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

June 2025 delivery

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Peugeot 5008

1.2 MHEV GT e-DSC Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£305

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,659 initial payment

24 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Volkswagen Tiguan

2.0 TDI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£307

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,677 initial payment

24 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Volkswagen Tiguan

1.5 TSI eHybrid 19.7kWh Match DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£313

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,755 initial payment

24 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Volkswagen T-Cross

1.0 TSI Life DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£255

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,053 initial payment

60 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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JAECOO JAECOO 7

1.5 18.3kWh Luxury Auto Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

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£293

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,510 initial payment

36 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

May 2025 delivery

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Toyota Yaris

1.5 VVT-h Icon E-CVT Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

From

£241

Per month (inc. VAT)

£2,161 initial payment

48 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace

1.5 TSI R-Line DSG Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

From

£326

Per month (inc. VAT)

£3,912 initial payment

24 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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Volkswagen T-Roc

2.0 TSI R Black Edition DSG 4Motion Euro 6 (s/s) 5dr

From

£336

Per month (inc. VAT)

£4,031 initial payment

36 month contract

6,000 miles p/a

April 2025 delivery

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New plate registrations are in March and September every year, so expect plenty of activity around those months as car buyers look to sell their old cars and dealerships unveil their new stock. But really, there’s no wrong time to buy a car. Great deals are listed daily, and you could find the car of your dreams at any moment – just save a search on AutoTrader and we’ll alert you as soon as your dream car is listed on our site.
The electric car market is starting to boom. There’s more choice than ever before, better tech, improved batteries and charging times, and a healthier electric car charging infrastructure. With more used electric cars entering the market, EVs are becoming more affordable to more buyers too. Electric cars might not be right for everyone right now, but with everything from electric city cars to electric SUVs now being released, it’s well worth taking a look before you buy your next car. Electric cars produce fewer emissions and also tend to be cheap to run – charging an electric car from home costs much less than a tank of petrol, and then there are the savings you’ll make on road tax and servicing. AutoTrader have more electric cars listed than any other site, so if you think you’re ready to make the switch or want to learn more, head to our electric car hub.
We all dream of that brand-new car on the driveway and, with some great finance deals and lease deals available on leading make models, that dream could be in reach. Getting behind the wheel of a brand-new car can get you the latest tech, a full manufacturer warranty and better fuel efficiency, amongst many other perks. New cars might not be affordable for everyone (always budget properly and make sure you can afford a car before you commit), but they’re more accessible than you might think. Shop brand-new releases and compare monthly or outright costs on AutoTrader.
Buying online is booming, and you can now get a brand-new car delivered to your door in all its glory. Just look for participating dealerships on AutoTrader, find your dream car and arrange your delivery date when you’re ready. We’re working to keep you safe and secure when shopping online and, with AutoTrader, you can do more online – from finding that dream car to financing it. Learn more about buying a car online.
The UK’s used car market is massive, and so it’s worth doing your research before you buy. We’d encourage used car buyers to get a vehicle history check so they can be sure the car they’re buying is as advertised. It’s the easiest way to avoid a nasty surprise. Check our expert review to see how cars scored for reliability, safety and comfort (amongst other key areas), and take the car for a test drive to make sure it’s right for you. Used cars listed on AutoTrader have to pass a five-point check, so you can shop in confidence knowing they aren’t written off, stolen, scrapped, imported or exported. Learn more about used cars on AutoTrader.
If you choose to sell your car through Auto Trader, you have a couple of easy options: 1. Part-exchange your car. Just find a participating dealer and trade your old car in against a brand-new one. 2. Create an advert and sell it yourself. You can list your pride and joy on AutoTrader in three simple steps. Private sales are a great way to get a good price, and the size of our audience means you’ll get your car in front of more buyers than on any other site. Learn more about selling your car.

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