Nissan Qashqai named UK’s most popular used car in February
The Nissan Qashqai was the most popular used car in February, according to the latest Indicata Market Watch report.
It achieved a double accolade in the month of being both the top-selling and best-selling model in the UK.
Across the wider market, both hybrids and electric cars grew with stock levels rising to 10%, while demand for diesel models fell by four per cent.
Dean Merritt, Indicatas national retail strategy manager, said: “The Qashqai has been a popular used car on our MarketPlace online wholesale auction platform since its launch in 2007.
“The newer petrol hybrid and electric model with range extender are popular as are the previous model petrol and diesel models up to eight years of age. Qashqais that retail at between £10,000-£15,000 are in the current sweet spot for dealer forecourts.”
He added:
“It will be interesting to see if this rise in used EV stock continues following the arrival of the 26-plate. Electric cars achieved a record 16.2% market share in March 2023 and if they are on three-year contracts will be coming back into the used market in either March or April 2026.”
