- According to CarGurus data, the Hyundai Santa Fe is the best-value used car on sale in the UK right now
- It's joined in our top 10 list by cars such as the Audi Q4 E-Tron, MG4 and Volkswagen ID.4
- Six of the top-ten cars are EVs
When buying a used car, value for money matters. Most of us want to get the best car we can afford, but how do you know which cars represent the best value for money?
That's where this guide comes in. Updated each month using data from our extensive inventory of used cars for sale in the UK, our guide compares average listing prices in the month that's just ended versus those in the same month the previous year. The models with the biggest year-over-year price drops rise to the top of the table, so you can see which will help you get the biggest bang for your buck.
All of the cars here have an average price that’s at least 25% lower than it was twelve months ago, so some models that were out of reach then might now be within your budget. And there’s good news if you’re shopping for an electric car or an SUV, with these making up the majority of the cars on the list. These are among the best cars in their classes, too, proving that you don’t have to settle for a second-rate option just because you want to get the most for your money.
Keep scrolling down the page for more information about each car, and be sure to check back regularly for the latest data.
| Make/Model | Average Listing Price November 2025 |
Average Listing Price November 2024 |
Percentage Reduction |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai Santa Fe | £18,663 | £28,147 | -33.7% |
| Hyundai Ioniq 5 | £21,055 | £31,519 | -33.2% |
| Volkswagen ID.4 | £18,686 | £27,150 | -31.2% |
| Jaguar XF | £10,608 | £15,186 | -30.1% |
| Jaguar I-Pace | £20,482 | £28,940 | -29.20% |
| Jaguar E-Pace | £17,975 | £25,134 | -28.5% |
| MG4 | £15,306 | £21,069 | -27.4% |
| Kia Soul | £8,959 | £12,304 | -27.2% |
| Audi Q4 E-Tron | £26,375 | £35,872 | -26.5% |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | £24,843 | £33,717 | -26.3% |
The Best Value Used Cars in the UK
- 1. Hyundai Santa Fe
- 2. Hyundai Ioniq 5
- 3. Volkswagen ID.4
- 4. Jaguar XF
- 5. Jaguar I-Pace
- 6. Jaguar E-Pace
- 7. MG4
- 8. Kia Soul (2015–2019)
- 9. Audi Q 4 E-Tron
- 10. Ford Mustang Mach-E
- Methodology
1. Hyundai Santa Fe
Average listing price in November 2025: £18,663
Average listing price November 2024: £28,147
Percentage reduction: -33.7%
For nearly 20 years, the Hyundai Santa Fe has been one of the best-value seven-seater SUVs you can buy. Comfortable and well-equipped, it offers a longer-than average warranty and makes a great tow car. Each new version brings more sophisticated tech and design features and that’s certainly true of the latest, fifth-generation model that went on sale in 2024. The arrival of that car seems to have given prices of the previous Santa Fe (sold new between 2018 and 2023, pictured) a nudge downwards. That's a real bonus for anyone looking for a family-friendly SUV. It still looks the part, every model is stacked with kit and there's a plug-in hybrid model that has an electric-only range of up to 36 miles.
2. Hyundai Ioniq 5
Average listing price in November 2025: £21,055
Average listing price November 2024: £31,519
Percentage reduction: -33.2%
Used electric car values have taken a hit over the past year or so. That means you can now get some of the latest, greatest EVs for eye-poppingly low prices. The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a prime example. It’s one of the coolest electric cars around, with a design that mixes eighties vibes with modern-day minimalism. It’s also spacious, ludicrously well-equipped and enjoyable to drive. Maximum range is 250+ miles for the smaller-battery models and more than 350 miles for high-spec versions, while a 220 kW maximum charging rate blows many rivals out of the water. New prices start at about £40,000 but the average CarGurus listing price for a used Ioniq 5 in the past month is about half that. A bargain of remarkable proportions, we’d say. No wonder our very own Alex Robbins decided to snap one up for himself.
3. Volkswagen ID.4
Average listing price in November 2025: £18,686
Average listing price November 2024: £27,150
Percentage reduction: -31.2%
The Volkswagen ID.4 is another electric car that’s now surprisingly cheap. Prices have slumped considerably over the past year, and it’s a car that didn’t hold its value especially well from the start. That might set alarm bells ringing, but it shouldn’t. Okay, the ID.4 has a fiddly touchscreen and doesn’t look as smart inside as some other VWs but it’s good to drive and every model offers a range of more than 300 miles. The interior is very spacious, too, and even if it’s not VW at its best it has a solid and classy look. Average prices are now below £20,000, but you can pick one up for £15,000 or less if you’re happy with a higher-mileage example.
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4. Jaguar XF
Average listing price in November 2025: £10,608
Average listing price November 2024: £15,186
Percentage reduction: -30.1%
Fancy one of the best-driving executive cars of recent years for just £10k? That’s what the Jaguar XF offers. While the brand is currently on something of a hiatus, it was on great form when it cooked up the XF – its rival for cars such as the BMW 5 Series and Mercedes Benz E-Class. The second-generation model arrived in 2016 and sub-100k mileage diesel models available for £7k or so. You’ll pay more for a high-performance petrol version but regardless of the fuel it uses the XF is a car that feels responsive and rewarding to drive. Interior quality isn’t up to BMW levels but space in post-2016 models is excellent and the XF Sportbrake estate version combines a huge load bay with sleek looks.
5. Jaguar I-Pace
Average listing price in November 2025: £20,482
Average listing price November 2024: £28,940
Percentage reduction: -29.2%
When the Jaguar I-Pace was introduced in 2018 it was like no other car the brand had ever produced. It’s a car that was ahead of its time, so even the earliest models feel pretty contemporary today and maximum battery range is almost 300 miles. A peak charging rate of just over 100 kW betrays the I-Pace’s age somewhat, although it’s far from terrible. Interior space is generous and as a well as a usefully-sized boot there’s a small ‘frunk’ under the bonnet. Although it ws discontinued in 2024, the I-Pace can go toe-to-toe with most brand-new rivals in terms of driving appeal, giving the kind of smooth, sophisticated feel that Jaguars are famous for.
6. Jaguar E-Pace
Average listing price in November 2025: £17,975
Average listing price November 2024: £25,134
Percentage reduction: -28.5%
Yes, another Jaguar. The fact the brand is currently in the process of reinventing itself (and doesn’t sell any new cars) seems to be hitting Jaguar used cars values hard. Despite its name, the E-Pace isn’t an electric car. Rather, it’s a compact SUV in the same mould as the Audi Q3 and BMW X3. Like most Jaguars it has great poise through corners, but the penalty is a rather firm ride. The interior is showing its age a little, too, although the larger touchscreen you get with newer versions is impressively easy to use. Passenger space is up to class standards and the boot is a decent size, while all versions are very well-equipped.
7. MG4
Average listing price in November 2025: £15,306
Average listing price November 2024: £21,069
Percentage reduction: -27.4%
Value for money has always been central to the appeal of the MG4 and tumbling used prices make it even more appealing. An average of just over £15,000 gets you a current electric hatchback that looks sharp, is fun to drive and comes with plenty of kit. Battery range for the cheapest versions is 218 miles; you’ll pay more for the 281-mile range of the Long Range version, and more again for the 323-mile capability of the Extended Range model. The interior looks as good as the exterior, but although passenger space is fine the boot is on the small side. Reliability can be patchy, too, although there’s the reassurance of a seven-year/80,000-mile warranty.
8. Kia Soul
Average listing price in November 2025: £8,959
Average listing price November 2024: £12,304
Percentage reduction: -27.2%
Average prices for the Kia Soul have dropped by more than a quarter over the past year to just under £9k, making this quirky car a more budget-friendly option. For that kind of money you’ll be looking at the second-generation model that was sold new between 2015 and 2019 (pictured). Its SUV-like styling has aged well, while its boxy shape gives it good passenger space for something so compact. It's available with petrol or diesel power, or there's an EV version that has a short range but makes a good low-cost electric runabout. The third-generation Soul introduced in 2020 is EV-only and offers extra space, tech and range, with prices starting at about £12,000.
9. Audi Q4 E-Tron
Average listing price in November 2025: £26,375
Average listing price November 2024: £35,872
Percentage reduction: -26.5%
Underneath its shapely exterior, the Audi Q4 E-Tron shares much with the Volkswagen ID.4 that’s also on this list. Like the VW, the Q4 is an electric SUV that offers a few different battery and motor options and the choice of rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. Whichever version you go for the Q4 offers a smooth and satisfying drive and good practicality. What really sets the Q4 E-Tron apart from the competition is its high-quality interior and upmarket image. And, when new, its hefty price tag. But with prices for used models dropping to the mid-teens, it's becoming an increasingly affordable affordable option.
10. Ford Mustang Mach-E
Average listing price in November 2024: £24,843
Average listing price June 2025: £33,717
Percentage reduction: -26.3%
The Ford Mustang Mach-E is another electric SUV that has seen its value plummet over the past year. Introduced in 2021, it remains competitive with newer rivals thanks to its fun-to-drive nature and a range of up to 372 miles for the latest, long-range versions. Even the earliest Mustang Mach-E offers a range of almost 250 miles, as well as a 0-62mph time of about six seconds. The GT model is a proper high-performance EV, hitting that benchmark in less than four seconds, with used prices starting at just over £30,000. Whatever you think of attaching the Mustang name to a battery-powered SUV, it’s a car with bags of character that provides an enticing blend of sportiness and practicality.
Methodology
As a used car marketplace, CarGurus UK sits on a treasure trove of data. Where possible, we try to use this data to help car buyers to be more informed, whether it's through clear price analysis and deal ratings, the number of days a vehicle has been for sale, or any price drops that have been applied. For this article, our team of data analyists looks at year-over-year price changes for thousands of different car models across our website, and highlight the 10 cars each month that have dropped in price by the highest percentage compared with the year before. In doing so, we are able to identify vehicles that offer excellent value relative to a year ago, and thus help consumers who are focused on securing one of the best value models in the current market.
To guard against anomalies in stock, our analysts only looked at models with at least 100 examples listed for sale on CarGurus.co.uk, and only cars that were registered between 2014 and 2024 are included to guard against results being skewed by inventory of nearly new cars with delivery mileage and therefore much higher list prices.