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4. Volkswagen Golf – 23,482units
The Volkswagen Golf isn’t quite as popular as it once was, but it’s still a top pick for drivers on the hunt for a good all-round family hatchback or estate.
In fact, it's slowly creeping its way back up the charts, now sitting in fourth place. This could be a hugely important time for the Golf, which has just gone on sale in facelifted 'Mk8.5' form.
The German stalwart has been keptfresh with a wide-reaching technology update, a design revamp,a more powerful GTI and a longer-range plug-in hybrid, so it could climb higher still.
Read ourVolkswagen Golfreview
5. Nissan Juke - 22,702units
The Nissan Juke remains a popular car among UK buyers, having finished2023 in eighth place.
The small SUVwent on sale with a brand-new design in 2020, then a facelifted version arrived in the middle of last year, along with hybrid power for the first time.
A big salesjump in Julycontinues healthy sales growth: the Juke hasmovedup four places in two months.
Read ourNissan Jukereview
6. Audi A3 - 21,680units
The Audi A3 is one of only three cars on this list that isn't an SUV, and it was even outselling its Volkswagen Golf sibling earlierthis year, just as it did in 2023.
It's certainly worthy of its spot in the top 10, offering a comfortable ride and good body control, plus a plush androomy interior.
The fact that it's also substantially cheaper than the rival Mercedes-Benz A-Class also helps its case.
Read ourAudi A3 Sportbackreview
7. Hyundai Tucson - 20,297units
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The Hyundai Tucson is one of the UK’s most popular SUVs, having regularly appeared in the top 10 in 2023.
Itwas renewed in 2021 with a fresh front end that featured a unique, eye-catching lighting arrangement. Its plush interior and range of electrified powertrains are also attractive propositions for many Brits.
Read ourHyundai Tucsonreview
8. MG HS - 20,090units
The MG HS might not win the crown as the UK's best-seller, but it should be considered one of the most improved.
Available with a petrol engine or as a plug-in hybrid, the Chinese caralso comes very well equippedas standard, including dual 12.3in screens, a 360deg parking camera and smartphone mirroring.
While it's not quite as good to drive as the majority of its rivals, it offers a class-leading electric-only range of up to 75 miles in PHEV form, which bolsters its standing.
Read ourMG HSreview
9. Volkswagen T-Roc - 19,542units
The T-Roc is a sensible choice for drivers on the hunt for a good all-round family car.
Available with a selection of petrol engines, a new version of the T-Roc will arrive soon as Volkswagen's final ICE carbefore it goes EV-only.
Read ourVolkswagen T-Rocreview
10. BMW 1 Series - 19,538units
The 1 Series has been on sale in its current form since 2019, but it’s still a popular choice for those who want a classy hatchback with a smart interior and frugal powertrains.
It offers a choice of petrol and diesel engines, with a model range topped by the M-tuned M135i xDrive.
Read our BMW 1 Series review
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