Vauxhall Astra Crowned ‘Best Family Car’ at 2024 Business Car Awards

• Vauxhall wins two awards at the 2024 Business Car Awards
• Vauxhall Astra named ‘Best Family Car’ for the third year running
• Vauxhall also wins the ‘Best Fleet Website’ award for the second time
• Judges praised the Astra’s eye-catching design, low running costs and high equipment levels
• Available as the fully electric Astra Electric with a range of up to 258 miles (WLTP)
• By the end of 2024, all Vauxhall cars and vans will be available with a fully electric version

Vauxhall Astra has been named ‘Best Family Car’ at the 2024 Business Car Awards, for the third year in a row. Vauxhall was also awarded with the ‘Best Fleet Website’ prize at the ceremony held in London last night.

The annual Business Car Awards recognise and reward excellence in the automotive fleet sector, highlighting innovation and expertise amongst suppliers and fleet operators. The Vauxhall Astra was once again praised by judges for its low running costs and eye-catching design.

Available as a hatch or Sports Tourer estate, with petrol, plug-in hybrid and fully electric options, the Astra caters for a wide variety of needs. With zero-emissions-in-use, the Astra Electric qualifies for a Benefit-in-Kind rate of just 2% (2024/25), making it particularly well suited to both fleet and business users. The Astra Sports Tourer Electric is one of the few all-electric estate cars available on the market, providing greater choice and practicality to customers and fleet operators.

Martyn Collins, Editor, Business Car, said: “For the third year in a row, Vauxhall’s Astra is again our favourite family car. Not many rivals can offer the version and body style options of the Astra. Its design remains eye-catching and attractive, with low running costs, and all are well-equipped.”

Vauxhall’s website was praised for its vibrant design and clarity for potential fleet customers, making it simple and accessible for decision makers wanting to find out more about how the brand can meet their needs.

Martyn Collins commented: “Vauxhall’s bright website design was praised by our editorial team. In our opinion, it’s the best all-round website, as we felt it had an exceptional fleet focus. As such, it wins our Best Fleet Website accolade again for 2024.”

James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “Vauxhall’s continued success at the Business Car Awards, with the Astra being named Best Family Car for the third year in a row, demonstrates that our model line-up is as appealing as ever. It’s also rewarding to see the quality of our website recognised by the judges once again. Whether it’s fleet or private buyers, Vauxhall is committed to driving Britain towards an electric future and supporting those who want to make the switch.”

By the end of this year, Vauxhall will offer a fully electric version of every car and van in its line-up. Vauxhall was the UK’s best-selling electric van manufacturer in 2023 and is the leading electric car brand year-to-date across retail and Motability channels combined.

Vauxhall Corsa is the best-selling supermini in the United Kingdom

• Vauxhall is the third-best selling brand in the overall car and van market so far in 2024
• Vauxhall Corsa is the UK’s best-selling supermini so far this year
• Vauxhall Mokka Electric is the UK’s best-selling small electric SUV
• Vauxhall is the third best-selling LCV manufacturer in the UK for March and year-to-date
• Vauxhall’s electric car market share has increased to 4.67%, with the brand’s overall car sales and market share also up year-to-date
• From this year, all Vauxhall cars and vans will be available with a fully electric version

Vauxhall continued its strong UK sales performance in March, ending Q1 as the UK’s third-best selling brand in the overall car and van market, according the latest new vehicle registration figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Leading the way as the UK’s best-selling supermini so far in 2024 is the Vauxhall Corsa, while in March Vauxhall Corsa Electric topped the electric supermini segment. Vauxhall Mokka Electric is the best-selling small electric SUV so far this year with 2,122 registered. Vauxhall’s passenger car market share in March has increased by almost 0.7 percentage points compared to last year, rising to 4.89%. This represents 15,553 car registrations in the month. 

In the first three months of the year, Vauxhall’s share of the electric car market increased by almost half a percentage point to 4.67%, while in the overall car market its market share stands at 5.25% year-to-date - up from 4.62% last year. So far in 2024, the brand has sold 28,664 cars – 5,810 more than this time last year.

Vauxhall is the UK’s third best-selling LCV manufacturer both year-to-date and month-to-date, with 4,364 vans registered in March. This gives it a market share for the month of 8.08% (up from 7.84%), while its LCV market share year-to-date is 9.01% (up from 8.72% last year).

In total, 37,404 Vauxhall cars and vans were registered in the first quarter of 2024, which saw Vauxhall’s overall market share increase by 0.57 percentage points compared to last year, rising to 5.82%. This reflects the success of the wider Stellantis group, which has a combined car and van market share of 14.64% year-to-date, up from 13.58%.

 James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “It’s been a successful first quarter for Vauxhall, with the Corsa once again topping the supermini segment and Vauxhall Mokka Electric leading the way as the UK’s most popular small electric SUV. Our continued sales growth shows that our commitment to offering practical and attainable vehicles is proving popular with customers, especially for those looking to transition to an electric vehicle.”

Vauxhall Astra wins ‘Best Medium Car’ at 2024 Business Motoring Awards

• Vauxhall Astra named ‘Best Medium Car’ at 2024 Business Motoring Awards.
• Judges praised Astra’s driving experience, low ownership costs and build quality
• Available as fully electric Vauxhall Astra Electric with a range of up to 258 miles (WLTP)
• Customers can also choose from petrol, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains

Vauxhall Astra has been named ‘Best Medium Car’ at 2024 Business Motoring Awards.

Business Motoring Awards are now in their tenth year and continue to provide a valuable spotlight on the market leaders in SME sector. Awards are judged by an independent panel of automotive experts and members of  Business Motoring editorial team, who praised Astra’s driving experience, low ownership costs and impressive build quality.

Available as a hatch or Sports Tourer estate, with petrol, hybrid, plug-in hybrid and fully electric variants, Vauxhall Astra caters for a wide range of drivers. With zero-emissions-in-use, the Astra Electric qualifies for a Benefit-in-Kind rate of just 2% (2023/24), making it particularly well suited to both fleet and business users.

Chris Wright, Editor, Business Motoring, said: “Latest Astra is a great to drive as ever but more importantly, brand has worked hard to bring down ownership costs so car is now even more accessible. Build quality is also excellent and whole package feels well thought out.”

James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “Vauxhall’s success at Business Motoring Awards is proof that Astra is a more attractive proposition than ever. With low running costs and a wide range of powertrains to choose from, including fully electric Astra Electric, Astra is an ideal choice for businesses of all sizes.”

Astra Electric is powered by Vauxhall’s next-generation 54kWh battery and a 156hp electric motor. It achieves impressive efficiency of 4.2 miles per kWh, providing up to 258 miles of range (WLTP). 

Vauxhall will offer a fully electric version of every model in its line-up by end of 2024.

Vauxhall Corsa is the best-selling supermini in the United Kingdom

• Vauxhall Corsa is the UK’s best-selling supermini in November and year-to-date
• Vauxhall Corsa is the UK’s second best-selling car overall in November and the third best-selling car year-to-date
• Vauxhall Corsa Electric remains the best-selling electric supermini (Electric B-Hatch) this year
• Vauxhall Mokka Electric continues to lead sales in the compact electric crossover segment
• From 2024, all Vauxhall cars and vans will be available with a fully electric version

Vauxhall’s Corsa range continued its strong UK sales performance in November, topping the charts in two segments according to the latest new car registration figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Vauxhall Corsa was the best-selling supermini in November as well as year-to-date, whilst also being the UK’s second best-selling car overall in November. It sits third in the overall sales charts so far in 2023 with 37,826 units sold. Vauxhall Corsa Electric remains the best-selling electric supermini, with 3,016 sold year-to-date.  

Vauxhall Mokka Electric also sits at the top of the Small Electric SUV charts for 2023 with 6,854 registered. 

Vauxhall’s passenger car market share in November has increased by 1.26 percentage points compared to last year, rising to 5.88%. This represents 9,204 car registrations in the month and 94,423 year-to-date. 

James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “With the arrival of the New Corsa, Vauxhall continues to lead the way in the supermini segment, while the continued popularity of  Vauxhall Corsa Electric and Mokka Electric demonstrates that Vauxhall is the brand people trust to make the switch to electric. We are committed to ensuring electric vehicles are accessible for everyone and are taking action through our Electric Streets of Britain initiative to progress the UK’s on-street charging infrastructure.”

Vauxhall Electric Models Tops Sales Charts In Three Segments In Latest SMMT New Car Sales Figures

• Three Vauxhall electric passenger car models achieve best-selling status in their segments for the month of July
• Vauxhall Corsa Electric remains the best-selling Small Electric Car (Electric B-Hatch) this year, according to SMMT figures
• Vauxhall Mokka Electric continues to top the sales charts in the Small Electric SUV (Electric B-SUV) category for 2023
• Vauxhall Vivaro Electric Life is the UK’s best-selling electric MPV so far this year
• Vauxhall will be an electric-only manufacturer by 2028, seven years ahead of the UK Government deadline

Vauxhall’s electric car range continued its strong UK sales performance in July, topping the charts in three segments according to the latest new car registration figures published by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Vauxhall Corsa Electric was the best-selling Small Electric Car (Electric B-Hatch) in July and continues to lead the segment for 2023, with 2,141 sold year-to-date. Meanwhile, the Mokka Electric topped the Small Electric SUV (Electric B-SUV) sales chart for the month and is the best-selling model in its class in 2023 so far, with 5,573 sold year-to-date.

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric Life is also the UK’s best-selling electric MPV, with 1,175 registered so far this year.

Elsewhere, Vauxhall Corsa was the top-selling B-Hatch in July and is the second best-selling car in the UK market so far in 2023, with 23,751 units sold year-to-date.

Vauxhall will become an electric-only brand by 2028, seven years ahead of the UK Government deadline.

James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “I’m thrilled to see three of our electric models topping the sales charts in their respective segments, highlighting the depth of our electric line-up and proof that Vauxhall is leading the way in helping Britain make the transition to electric.”

Vauxhall Electric Range Shines in Latest SMMT New Car Sales Figures

• Vauxhall Corsa Electric was the best-selling Small Electric Car (Electric B-Hatch) in June, according to SMMT 
• Vauxhall Mokka Electric topped the sales charts in the Small Electric SUV (Electric B-SUV) category for the month
• Vauxhall Astra Plug-in Hybrid was the third-best selling plug-in hybrid model in the UK in June
• Vauxhall will be an electric-only manufacturer by 2028, seven years ahead of the UK Government deadline

Vauxhall’s electric car range continues to shine in the UK new car sales charts, according to the latest new car registration figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Vauxhall Corsa Electric was the best-selling Small Electric Car (Electric B-Hatch) in June, with 262 sold, while Vauxhall Mokka Electric topped the Small Electric SUV (Electric B-SUV) sales in June with 1136 sold. Petrol variants of Vauxhall Corsa also topped the Small Car (B-Hatch) segment, with Vauxhall Corsa the UK’s third-best selling car in June, with 4146 registered, and the second-best selling car so far this year.

Vauxhall Astra Plug-in Hybrid was also the third-best selling plug-in hybrid in the UK in June, with 76 registered in the month.

Vauxhall will become an electric-only brand by 2028, seven years ahead of the UK Government deadline.

James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “With a growing line-up of electric and electrified models, we are pleased to see so many of our models perform well in the sales charts. This showcases the depth and quality of the Vauxhall electrified range.”

Vauxhall Corsa Electric and Vauxhall Mokka Electric: Best-selling cars in their segments so far in 2023

• Vauxhall Corsa Electric and Mokka Electric are the best-selling models in their respective segments so far this year
• SMMT new car registration figures published today reveal 1752 Corsa Electric models sold this year
• Vauxhall Mokka Electric is the most popular small electric SUV so far this year with 3976 registrations

Vauxhall’s fully electric car range to grow this year with addition of Vauxhall Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric

Vauxhall has best-selling models in small electric car and small electric SUV segments so far this year, according to the latest new car registration figures published today by Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Vauxhall Corsa Electric is top-selling small electric car year-to-date, with 1752 registered, while Mokka Electric has outperformed every other small electric SUV in market in 2023, with 3976 registrations.

Two models make up part of Vauxhall’s growing and diverse electrified range, with fully electric versions available across Corsa, Mokka, Combo Life and Vivaro Life passenger cars, and Plug-in Hybrid power available across Astra, Astra Sports Tourer and Grandland.

This year will see the addition of Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric, while Vauxhall’s Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) line-up already features a fully electric variant across each model. Vauxhall is the best-selling electric LCV manufacturer so far in 2023 and has topped the sales charts for the past two years. By 2028, Vauxhall will be an electric-only manufacturer, seven years ahead of UK Government deadlines.

James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “Vauxhall’s electrified line-up is diverse and growing, and as the latest registrations show, one of the most popular. Having best-selling model in two key electric segments so far this year shows our electric vehicles impress a range of buyers and users, with customers able to choose a vehicle that best meets their requirements.”

Vauxhall scores a 1-2 finish with Corsa and Mokka as UK's two best-sellers in February

• Vauxhall Corsa is once again the UK’s best-selling car so far this year
• Vauxhall has two best-selling cars in February with Corsa and Mokka, making them best-sellers in their segment respectively
• February saw 2,818 Corsas and 1,805 Mokkas registered

Vauxhall Corsa continued success comes on back of being UK’s best-selling supermini in 2022 and best-selling car overall in 2021

Vauxhall has the two best-selling cars in the UK in February, with the award-winning Vauxhall Corsa reclaiming its place as the UK’s best-selling car, and the Vauxhall Mokka as the second-most registered car in the month, according to the latest vehicle registration figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

With 2,818 new Corsas registered in February, it has reclaimed its crown as not just UK’s best-selling supermini, but the best-selling new car in the country, with a total of 5,243 units registered so far in 2023.   

Car’s continued strong popularity with both private and fleet buyers comes on the back of three consecutive years of strong showings for the Corsa. With 35,910 units sold in 2022, it finished last year as the UK’s favourite supermini, while it was the country’s best-selling car overall in 2021.

With 1,805 sold in February, Vauxhall Mokka joins Corsa at the top of the sales charts, being the second-best selling car in the country for February and the best-selling compact crossover (B-SUV). Both the Mokka and Corsa are available to buyers as fully electric variants – Corsa Electric and Mokka Electric.

James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “I’m delighted to see Mokka join Corsa at the top of the sales charts in February – a true indication of how latest Vauxhall range is meeting the needs of today’s drivers. We’re looking forward to the arrival of All-New Astra Electric and Astra Sports Tourer Electric later this year, adding further electric options for our customers as part of our commitment to be an all-electric brand from 2028.”

Vauxhall’s electrification strategy includes a commitment to be a fully-electric brand by 2028. It is also one of the few manufacturers in the country able to offer fleets and private buyers an electric van across its entire model range.

Both the Vauxhall Corsa and Mokka are available with efficient petrol engines as well as with a fully electric powertrain. Using the multi-powertrain CMP platform, the electric variants of these cars are powered by a 50 kWh battery and a 136 PS (100 kW) electric motor. Capable of supporting up to 100 kW rapid charging, an 80% charge for both takes just 30 minutes to complete. Corsa Electric has a range of 222 miles (WLTP) while Mokka Electric can reach up to 209 miles (WTLP) on a full charge.

Entire Vauxhall passenger car range can be ordered entirely online via the Vauxhall Online  Store. The Vauxhall Online Store brings the brand’s showroom experience straight into the comfort of buyers’ homes. Customers can arrange a live video viewing of their vehicle via the Vauxhall Virtual  Showroom and proceed to the Online Store to configure their vehicle, personalise finance payments, and place an order, all from the comfort of their home.

All-New Vauxhall Astra named 'Best Family Hatch' by Top Gear

• All-New Vauxhall Astra named ‘Best Family Hatch of the Year’ at 2022 TopGear.com Awards
• All-New Astra is available as a Plug-in Hybrid with up to 43 miles of electric-only range
• TopGear praised All-New Astra on key criteria including efficiency and interior space
• Fully electric version of All-New Astra & All-New Astra Sports Tourer due in 2023
• Vauxhall committed to being an electric only brand by 2028 

All-New Vauxhall Astra has been named ‘Best Family Hatch of the Year’ at the 2022 TopGear.com Awards. This marks the second consecutive win for Vauxhall at Top Gear’s prestigious awards, following the Vauxhall Mokka being awarded ‘Design of the Year’ at the 2021 TopGear.com Awards.

All-New Vauxhall Astra gives customers the choice of petrol and diesel variants as well as a highly efficient Plug-in Hybrid model, capable of travelling up to 43 miles (WLTP, EAER) on electric power alone, with emissions as low as 23g/km CO2. All-electric versions of Astra and Astra Sports Tourer will arrive in 2023.

Coming out on top in a highly competitive category, TopGear praised All-New Astra across a number of areas important for family buyers, including cost, emissions and space.

Jack Rix, Editor, TopGear, said: “Ordinary cars fascinate us. They’re the hardest of all to design and engineer because every penny is counted, every last gramme of CO2 matters, every millimetre of space is measured, and faults are unforgivingly exposed by the brutalities of daily use. The best of them meet those tedious goals while being more desirable than the next company’s product that was built to exactly the same parameters. This year, that has been best achieved by the Astra.”

James Taylor, Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “It is exciting to see Vauxhall once again recognised by TopGear. Family hatch segment is incredibly competitive and there is such a strong mix of popular models to stand out amongst. From launch, All-New Astra has proven to be a popular model with drivers and industry experts, and this award is a testament to the hard work from everyone at Vauxhall as we look forward to introducing a fully electric Astra next year on our journey to being electric-only from 2028.”

Recognition in the 2022 TopGear.com Awards follows recent success for the Astra in this year’s Business Car Awards, as the model was named winner of the ‘Best Family Car’ category.

All-New Vauxhall Astra named ‘Best Family Car’ at 2022 Business Car Awards

• Business Car has named the All-New Vauxhall Astra its ‘Best Family Car’
• Judges praised the All-New Astra’s attractive design, competitive pricing and value for money
• All-New Astra is available as a Plug-in Hybrid with up to 43 miles of electric-only range
• Fully electric version of All-New Astra & All-New Astra Sports Tourer due in 2023
• Vauxhall is committed to electrifying Britain and will be an electric-only brand by 2028

All-New Vauxhall Astra has won the ‘Best Family Car’ category at the 2022 Business Car Awards.

Annual Business Car Awards recognise and reward excellence in the fleet market, highlighting the best cars for fleets across various categories. All-New Astra received praise from judges for its competitive pricing and eye-catching design.

All-New Vauxhall Astra gives customers the choice of powertrains – offering petrol and diesel variants and a highly efficient Plug-in Hybrid model, capable of travelling up to 43 miles (WLTP, EAER) on electric power alone and therefore in the eight per cent Benefit-in-Kind taxation category. With emissions as low as 24g/km CO2, All-New Astra is ideal for both fleets and private buyers looking to save on running costs. An all-electric version of Astra and Astra Sports Tourer will arrive in 2023. 

Martyn Collins, Editor, Business Car, said: “Vizor front is a highlight, but the new Vauxhall Astra’s overall design is a bit of a head turner. Inside is equally attractive, with its minimalist look. Prices are competitive, plus there are PHEV versions to keep running costs down and standard specifications represent great value for money.”

James Taylor, Acting Managing Director, Vauxhall, said: “It is rewarding to see such a positive response to the All-New Astra. Vauxhall’s success at the Business Car Awards demonstrates our commitment to design, innovation and leading the way in driving Britain towards an electric future, with an efficient Plug-in Hybrid model available from launch and a fully electric Astra arriving next year.”

All-New Astra can be ordered entirely online via the Vauxhall Online Store, bringing the brand’s showroom experience straight into buyers’ homes. Customers can arrange a live video tour of a vehicle via the Vauxhall Virtual Showroom and proceed to the Online Store to configure their vehicle, personalise finance payments and place an order, all from the comfort of their home.

!NEW! VAUXHALL LAYS THE FOUNDATIONS FOR TRAINEE SURVEYORS

Vauxhall Insignia fleet for Trainee Surveyor Programme: 2.0 CDTi 140PS engine and ecoFLEX technology

Countrywide Surveying Services has taken delivery of the 90 Vauxhall Insignias for new entrants of its Trainee Surveyor Programme.

Powered by a 2.0 CDTi 140PS engine that uses Vauxhall’s award-winning ecoFLEX technology, the Insignias, in Design trim, achieve an impressive combined fuel consumption of 76.3mpg and have CO2 emissions of just 98g/km, achieving low whole-life costs and low benefit-in-kind taxation for company car drivers.

As part of Countrywide plc’s new Trainee Surveyor Programme – which was met with high-demand from property professionals looking to develop a career in residential surveying – trainee surveyors will drive a new Insignia as part of a generous benefits package.

“We were delighted to secure the new Vauxhall Insignia to help us underpin our benefits package and help to attract the best quality candidates in the market. Vauxhall and the Insignia has formed the cornerstone of Countrywide Surveying Services’ Car Fleet for many years and it’s a real pleasure to extend this valued relationship into the next generation of Surveyors,” said Paul Chapman, Managing Director of Countrywide Surveying Services.    

“We wish all of Countrywide’s Trainees success as they embark on the new chapter of their careers, with these new Insignias providing them with a sophisticated, reliable and economical set of wheels with brilliant benefit-in-kind tax advantages over many of its rivals,” said James Taylor, Fleet Sales Director, Vauxhall Motors.