Jaecoo 7 Leads UK New Car Sales in March 2026

The Jaecoo 7, a plug-in hybrid SUV from the Chinese automaker Chery Group's Jaecoo brand, became the United Kingdom's bestselling new car in March 2026, with 10,064 units registered, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

This marked the first time the model claimed the top position, surpassing the Ford Puma's 9,193 registrations and the Nissan Qashqai's 8,718. The Kia Sportage, which had previously ranked in the top three, fell to fourth with 7,310 units sold. The Jaecoo 7's March performance gave it a 70 percent lead over the runner-up and a 2.66 percent share of the overall UK car market. Year-to-date sales reached 15,703 units, positioning it as the second-best-selling model of 2026 so far, behind only the Ford Puma.

The success stemmed from strong demand across private and fleet buyers, with 55 percent of sales to individual consumers through Jaecoo's network of 124 dealers. Notably, 85 percent of March registrations were for the range-topping plug-in hybrid variant, featuring the company's Super Hybrid System. This powertrain combines a 1.6-liter turbocharged petrol engine with electric capability, offering up to 745 miles of total range,...