The Skoda Enyaq (2021-present) has set a new benchmark in the world of pre-owned vehicles, becoming the first fully electric car to be crowned Used Car of the Year by Britain’s leading consumer car platform, What Car?. Chosen from a field of 1,183 secondhand contenders, the Enyaq impressed judges with its combination of practicality, plushness, and exceptional value for money.
For families and commuters looking to go electric without stretching the budget, the Enyaq represents an unbeatable opportunity. Prices for used examples start at just £13,000—a staggering £26,000 less than a brand-new model—and from only £215 per month on a personal contract purchase deal.* This makes the Enyaq more affordable than many small new electric vehicles on the market, proving that going electric needn’t come at a premium.
Mark Pearson, What Car? used cars editor, praised the Enyaq’s value: “When it comes to bang for your buck, few cars of any type can match the Skoda Enyaq. Its £13,000 starting price is significantly less than you’d pay for any similar-sized rival, including the Tesla Model Y (2022-present), which costs upwards of £18,000. The Enyaq also offers acres of interior space, while the larger 80 kWh battery delivers an official range of 333 miles, outstripping the Model Y Long Range.”
The Enyaq’s victory highlights a broader trend: there has never been a better time to buy a used electric vehicle. With prices lower than ever and technology that continues to impress, the secondhand EV market is more accessible than ever. Alongside the Enyaq, the Tesla Model 3 (2019-present) claimed the title of Used Executive Car of the Year, with examples available from just £12,000.
Other category winners demonstrate the diversity of the UK’s pre-owned car market. From practical estates like the Mercedes E-Class Estate (2016-2023), to versatile family SUVs such as the Hyundai Tucson (2021-present), and even sporty contenders like the Toyota GR Yaris (2020-present), there is a standout used car for every buyer.
The full list of 2025 What Car? Used Car of the Year winners is as follows:
| Car Class | Winner |
|---|---|
| Used Car of the Year | Skoda Enyaq (2021-present) |
| Used hatchback | Toyota Corolla (2019-present) |
| Used executive car | Tesla Model 3 (2019-present) |
| Used estate | Mercedes E-Class Estate (2016-2023) |
| Used small SUV | Skoda Kamiq (2019-present) |
| Used family SUV | Hyundai Tucson (2021-present) |
| Used seven-seater | Peugeot 5008 (2017-2024) |
| Used electric SUV | Skoda Enyaq (2021-present) |
| Used plug-in hybrid | Audi A3 40 TFSIe (2020-present) |
| Used sports car | Toyota GR Yaris (2020-present) |
For buyers seeking independent advice, detailed reviews, and access to hundreds of thousands of pre-owned vehicles, the What Car? platform remains an unrivalled resource. The full 2025 awards results, along with guidance for prospective buyers, are available at www.whatcar.com/awards/used-car-awards.
The Skoda Enyaq’s recognition proves that affordable, practical, and long-range electric driving is no longer a dream—it’s a reality for savvy used car buyers across the UK.
