- According to CarGurus data, the MG5 is the fastest-selling used car in the UK right now
- It is joined in the top 10 by the Tesla Model 3, Mercedes-Benz EQA and Skoda Enyaq
- Every model on this list sells in an average of less than 32 days
If you want to know which used cars are in high demand, look at how quickly they sell. While some models linger on dealer forecourts for months, the fastest-moving cars are snapped up in less than five weeks.
To find out which models are currently selling the quickest, we analysed CarGurus data to track the average "days to turn" (DTT) — the time it takes for a used car to sell. This list highlights the 10 fastest-selling used cars in the UK as of September 2026, comparing the data with the same period from the previous year.
Electric vehicles take six of the 10 spots, ranging from the affordable MG5 and Volkswagen ID.3 to the premium Mercedes-Benz EQA and Skoda Enyaq. But it is not an EV clean sweep — the Mazda6, Dacia Jogger and MG HS all make the cut, as does the Hyundai IONIQ, which was sold in hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric variants.
Keep scrolling for more information about each car, and check back regularly for the latest data.
| Make/Model |
Average Days to Turn
September 2025 |
Average Days to Turn
September 2026 |
Change (days) |
| MG5 |
34.2 |
25.2 |
-9.0 |
| Tesla Model 3 |
24.2 |
27.0 |
+2.8 |
| Mercedes-Benz EQA |
41.7 |
28.8 |
-12.9 |
| Skoda Enyaq |
35.0 |
29.6 |
-5.4 |
| Mazda6 |
41.1 |
30.5 |
-10.6 |
| Dacia Jogger |
32.6 |
30.8 |
-1.8 |
| Volkswagen ID.3 |
35.2 |
30.8 |
-4.4 |
| Volkswagen ID.4 |
25.9 |
30.8 |
+4.9 |
| MG HS |
28.7 |
31.3 |
+2.6 |
| Hyundai IONIQ |
35.5 |
31.4 |
-4.1 |
The Fastest-Selling Used Cars in the UK
- MG5
- Tesla Model 3
- Mercedes-Benz EQA
- Skoda Enyaq
- Mazda6
- Dacia Jogger
- Volkswagen ID.3
- Volkswagen ID.4
- MG HS
- Hyundai IONIQ
Average days to turn September 2026: 25.2 days
The MG5 takes the top spot, finding buyers in an average of 25.2 days — nine days quicker than this time last year. As one of the few affordable electric estate cars on the used market, it occupies a niche with very little direct competition.
Alternatives like the Vauxhall Astra Electric estate or Peugeot e-308 SW are either more expensive or less common on the used market. For buyers who want low running costs, a practical 479-litre boot and a transferable seven-year warranty, the MG5 is a sensible choice. MG has now ceased production of this model, meaning used supply is finite, which is likely helping to keep demand strong.
MG MG5 Review
Average days to turn September 2026: 27.0 days
The Tesla Model 3 climbs to second place, though it is taking slightly longer to sell than it did last year, averaging 27.0 days compared to 24.2 days in September 2025. This modest change likely reflects growing supply on the used market rather than any drop in demand, as the Model 3 remains highly sought after.
Its appeal is well established, offering good real-world range, access to Tesla's reliable Supercharger network, and over-the-air software updates. A major update in late 2023 brought improved cabin materials and better refinement, making newer examples particularly attractive to used buyers.
Tesla Model 3 Review
Average days to turn September 2026: 28.8 days
The Mercedes-Benz EQA is the biggest mover on this list, with its average days to turn falling by nearly 13 days year-on-year. At 28.8 days, it is now selling almost as quickly as the Tesla Model 3.
As Mercedes' smallest electric SUV, the EQA offers a premium interior, a comfortable ride and a desirable badge. With depreciation making used prices increasingly competitive, it has become a popular option for buyers wanting to step into a premium EV without paying new-car prices.
Mercedes-Benz EQA Review
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Average days to turn September 2026: 29.6 days
The Skoda Enyaq takes fourth place, averaging 29.6 days to sell — more than five days quicker than a year ago. It remains a highly consistent performer in the used market.
Built on the Volkswagen Group's dedicated EV platform, the Enyaq offers a 585-litre boot, generous rear passenger space and a practical interior. It shares its mechanicals with the Volkswagen ID.4, but Skoda's historically lower pricing makes used examples excellent value.
Skoda Enyaq Review
Average days to turn September 2026: 30.5 days
The Mazda6 is a new arrival in the top 10 and perhaps the most surprising entry. This conventional petrol and diesel saloon and estate — discontinued in the UK in 2023 — now sells in an average of 30.5 days, more than 10 days quicker than this time last year.
This quick selling time is likely driven by a dwindling used supply, combined with the fact that the Mazda6 was always a highly capable car. It is good to drive, well built and spacious, making it an excellent alternative for buyers who prefer a traditional estate or saloon over an SUV.
Mazda Mazda6 Review
Average days to turn September 2026: 30.8 days
The Dacia Jogger is another new entry, averaging 30.8 days to sell — a modest improvement of 1.8 days on last year. It makes a strong case for itself by offering seven-seat practicality at a price that undercuts most five-seat rivals.
Based on the same platform as the Sandero, the Jogger stretches the formula to fit three rows of seats while remaining compact enough for easy parking. With a 699-litre boot when the third row is folded, and the option of a hybrid powertrain, it represents sensible family transport.
Dacia Jogger Review
Average days to turn September 2026: 30.8 days
The Volkswagen ID.3 shares seventh place at 30.8 days. Its average selling time has fallen by 4.4 days year-on-year, pointing to steady demand for hatchbacks at the more affordable end of the EV market.
The ID.3 is designed to be an electric equivalent to the Golf, offering a 385-litre boot, a comfortable ride and decent real-world range. A facelift in 2023 improved interior quality and charging speeds, making newer used examples even more appealing.
Volkswagen ID.3 Review
Average days to turn September 2026: 30.8 days
The Volkswagen ID.4 also averages 30.8 days to sell, though it is taking slightly longer than the 25.9 days recorded in September 2025. As with the Tesla Model 3, this is likely down to a higher volume of cars entering the used market rather than a drop in interest.
The ID.4 is a spacious, comfortable electric family SUV with a 543-litre boot and generous rear legroom. It offers a relaxed driving experience that is well suited to family duties, making it a reassuringly straightforward choice for those switching to electric power.
Volkswagen ID.4 Review
Average days to turn September 2026: 31.3 days
The MG HS is the only car on this list offered solely with petrol or plug-in hybrid power. Despite slowing slightly to 31.3 days, it remains a fast seller and represents the highest-volume model in this top 10.
Value is the primary driver here. The HS undercuts most rival family SUVs on price while offering a well-equipped cabin, a practical boot and a transferable seven-year warranty. The plug-in hybrid version is particularly popular for its low running costs.
MG HS Review
Average days to turn September 2026: 31.4 days
The Hyundai IONIQ rounds out the top 10, averaging 31.4 days to sell — more than four days quicker than a year ago. As a new entry, it is unique in having been sold with hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric powertrains.
All variants share a user-friendly, well-finished cabin and a comfortable driving experience. The hybrid version is especially popular with buyers who want strong fuel economy without the need to plug in, making the IONIQ a highly practical used buy.
Hyundai IONIQ Review
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the fastest-selling used car in the UK right now?
According to CarGurus data, the MG5 is currently the fastest-selling used car in the UK, with an average time to sell of 25.2 days — around nine days quicker than it was in September 2025.
Which used cars have seen the biggest improvement in sale times?
The Mercedes-Benz EQA has improved the most, with its average days to turn falling by nearly 13 days year-on-year. The Mazda6 (-10.6 days) and MG5 (-9.0 days) have also made notable gains, while the Skoda Enyaq and Volkswagen ID.3 both improved by more than four days.
Are electric cars selling faster on the used market?
Six of the 10 fastest-selling used cars in our data are pure electric vehicles, ranging from the affordable MG5 and Volkswagen ID.3 to premium options like the Tesla Model 3 and Mercedes-Benz EQA. That points to broad demand for used EVs across a wide range of price points, though it's notable that non-electric models — the Mazda6, Dacia Jogger, MG HS and Hyundai IONIQ — also feature strongly this month.
Is a low days-to-turn figure a good sign for sellers?
Generally, yes. A low average days-to-turn suggests strong demand relative to supply for that model, which can support asking prices and shorten the time a car spends listed for sale.
Why have the Tesla Model 3 and Volkswagen ID.4 slowed compared to last year?
Both the Tesla Model 3 (+2.8 days) and Volkswagen ID.4 (+4.9 days) are taking slightly longer to sell than they were in September 2025. In both cases, this is most likely a reflection of increased used supply rather than any meaningful drop in buyer demand — both remain fast sellers in the context of the wider used car market.
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 analysts looked at the average number of days it took each model to sell (days to turn, or DTT) in September 2026, with the 10 fastest-selling models then making this list.
To guard against anomalies in stock, our analysts only looked at models with a meaningful number of examples listed for sale on CarGurus.co.uk over the period.
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