What’s the best car for taxi drivers in the UK? What sort of vehicles should managers choose as company cars? And what sort of vans should fleet managers choose for their drivers?
A good place to start is through looking at the most popular cars for taxi drivers, and for fleets, in the UK. In this post we’ll take a quick look at what sort of vehicles other fleets choose, and explore what makes these vehicles such popular choices.
No matter what sort of fleet you’re managing, and no matter how big your fleet is, we can help you get the cover you need at the best price. For more information, call our dedicated team on 0208 290 9099, or email CM@AnthonyJones.com.
Most Popular Cars For Taxi Drivers in the UK
The Taxi Plus National Taxi and Private Hire Driver Survey revealed the most popular cars for UK taxi drivers in 2024-2025.
Most Popular Types of Cars for Taxis
The survey revealed the most popular vehicle type used by taxi drivers:
- Saloon
- Estate car
- Multi-purpose vehicle (MPV)
- Hatchback
- SUV
Most Popular Car Models for Taxi Drivers
The top five models across all UK taxi drivers are:
- Toyota Prius
- Ford Tourneo
- Ford Galaxy
- Ford Mondeo
- Citroen Berlingo
What do all of these cars have in common? They’re fuel efficient – with the most popular, the Prius, being a super-efficient hybrid delivering up to 65 MPG. They’re also reliable, which means less downtime and lower running costs. They’re spacious, which means there’s lots of room for multiple passengers and their luggage. Plus, they’re comfortable for drivers and passengers alike.
Emission levels are also an important factor for taxi drivers, particularly if they operate in an area with Clean Air Zones.
Most Popular Company Cars in the UK
The five most popular company cars in the UK by fleet registrations are:
- Nissan Qashqai
- Vauxhall Corsa and Corsa Electric
- Kia Sportage
- Tesla Model Y
- MG HS
This is based on information from What Car? Magazine, which routinely analyses the latest SMMT figures to discover the most popular company cars in the UK. SUVs appear to be popular, and there’s a growing market for electric and hybrid cars too.
Emissions are a major priority for fleet managers when procuring company cars, as a car’s emissions can affect the amount of Benefit in Kind (BIK) tax the company needs to pay. Taxation on EV company cars is lower than the tax on petrol and diesel vehicles, which is why growing numbers of businesses are looking to electrify their fleets.
Read our full guide to electrifying your fleet. We also have a guide to EV charger installation strategies for electric fleets.
Most Popular Vans For Fleets in the UK
The five most popular LGVs for fleets in the UK are:
- Ford Transit, and Ford Transit Custom
- Renault Trafic
- Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
- Volkswagen Transporter
- Peugeot Expert
This information is from Parkers, who recently analysed the latest SMMT figures to determine the bestselling vans in the UK. On the whole, the figures suggest that sales of petrol and diesel LGVs are declining. This may be partially due to the challenging economic climate, but they also suggest that it may reflect the growing demand for EV fleet vehicles.
Which Vehicles Are Right For Your Fleet?
Whether you’re looking to procure vehicles for a fleet of taxis, of company cars, or of LGVs, you’ll likely want to prioritise the following:
- Safety and reliability – For lower maintenance costs, and for effective risk management.
- Fuel efficiency – For lower running costs.
- Low emissions – To save money on ULEZ charges, BIK tax, and other fees.
You’ll also have to consider your practical needs. If you’re establishing a taxi fleet, for instance, do you want a fleet of small and reliable cars for city passengers? Or do you want a fleet of more comfortable and practical larger cars for airport passengers and larger groups?
If you’re managing a fleet of LGVs, you’ll have to establish the right balance of small vans, medium vans, and larger vans, depending on the scale and the nature of your business. And of course, you might also be looking to future proof your fleet through switching to electric vehicles.
For more information about vehicle procurement strategies, read our guide to replacing and updating fleet vehicles.
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