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2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years in our history. Across the Glyn Hopkin Group, the brands we represent are breaking records, winning awards and delivering some of the most in demand cars on UK roads right now. Here's a look at how each of our brands is performing.
In just 19 months since launching in the UK, Jaecoo has become one of the biggest success stories the British car market has ever seen. The Jaecoo 7 was confirmed as the UK's best selling new car in March 2026, with over 10,000 registrations in that month alone. Year to date, it has been the top selling passenger car in the UK and has now surpassed 41,000 units sold since going on sale. Jaecoo's sales were up 485% in Q1 2026 compared to the same period last year, propelling the brand from 32nd to 17th in the UK brand rankings. In April, the Jaecoo 7 remained in the top ten with over 2,000 sales. The brand new Jaecoo 8 SHS P flagship SUV is also now open for orders, bringing even more choice for customers at Glyn Hopkin. Our Sites are located in Bishop's Stortford and North London, Contact us Today to find out more on the Jaecoo brand and what it has to offer.
Omoda continues to grow rapidly alongside its sister brand Jaecoo. In March alone, Omoda registered 5,917 cars in the UK, achieving a 1.55% market share. The Omoda 5 climbed to sixth place in the UK's best sellers list in April 2026 with 2,308 sales, and the brand's overall sales are up 183% year on year. The Omoda 5 was also named Autotrader Best Value Car, and with the Omoda 7 and flagship Omoda 9 now joining the range, there is more choice than ever. Visit us at Glyn Hopkin Omoda in Bishop's Stortford and North London. Get in touch with our team to explore the Omoda range and book your test drive.
BYD achieved its best ever Q1 in the UK with 21,337 registrations, including a record breaking 15,162 in March alone, giving the brand a market share of nearly 4%. BYD's UK sales surged 130% year on year, making it one of only three top 15 brands in the UK to gain market share in Q1 2026. BYD is now the UK's leading new energy vehicle brand, holding over 11% of the combined BEV and PHEV market. The Seal U DM i was the most popular BYD model, with growing interest in both its fully electric and Super Hybrid DM i ranges. With 132 retail sites and growing, plus new models including the Sealion 5 DM i and Atto 3 Evo on the way, BYD's momentum shows no signs of slowing. With seven BYD locations across London and the South East, including Romford and Waltham Abbey, there is a Glyn Hopkin BYD showroom near you. Contact us to discover the full BYD range.
Kia reached a landmark milestone in March 2026, selling its 100,000th electric vehicle in the UK. The Kia Sportage continues to dominate, sitting as the second best selling car in the UK year to date and winning What Car? Family SUV of the Year for the fourth consecutive year. Kia also took home four awards at the 2026 What Car? Awards, with the EV3, EV9 and PV5 Passenger all recognised. TopGear.com named Kia Best Manufacturer at its 2026 EV Awards. The highly anticipated Kia EV2, Kia's most affordable electric car starting from just £24,245, is arriving at Glyn Hopkin this summer with First Drive Weekends already underway at our Colchester, East London and Romford showrooms. Find us at Glyn Hopkin Kia in Colchester,East London and Romford. Speak to our team today to explore the award winning Kia range and our latest offers.
The Chery Tiggo 8 Super Hybrid was crowned Carwow Car of the Year 2026 and also won the Hybrid Hero award, a remarkable achievement for a brand that only entered the UK market in 2024. Chery entered the UK brand rankings as a new entry at 27th position in Q1 2026, and the brand's Super Hybrid technology is now backed by Olympic legend Sir Mo Farah CBE in the nationwide "Go Like Mo" campaign. With the Tiggo 4 Super Hybrid arriving in June from just £19,995, Chery is bringing affordable hybrid motoring to even more UK drivers. Visit Glyn Hopkin Chery in Colchester or St Albans to experience the Chery Super Hybrid range for yourself. Contact us to book your test drive today.
The Nissan Qashqai remains one of the nation's favourite cars, finishing fourth in the UK's best sellers list year to date in 2026 with consistently strong monthly sales. The all new, all electric Nissan Micra has launched with the support of a government grant of up to £3,750 on 52kWh models, and the all new Nissan LEAF won The Sun's Car of the Year 2025. With the Juke Pulse Edition now on sale and an all electric Juke confirmed for 2027, Nissan's range continues to evolve at Glyn Hopkin. As the UK's largest independent Nissan dealer group, Glyn Hopkin has multiple locations across London and the South East. Find your nearest showroom and explore our latest Nissan offers.
Suzuki has been one of the standout performers among established brands in 2026, with UK sales up 45% in Q1 compared to the same period last year. Often overlooked, Suzuki's range of affordable, reliable and fuel efficient cars continues to win loyal customers who value simplicity and value for money. Explore the Suzuki range at Glyn Hopkin. Visit us at St Albans or get in touch with our team to find out more and book a test drive.
Despite a more competitive landscape, MG remains the largest Chinese car brand in the UK in 2026. The MG4 EV range continues to impress with over 30 major awards to its name, while the all new MGS9 PHEV, MG's first seven seat SUV, is now arriving at Glyn Hopkin showrooms from just £34,205. With strong offers across the range, MG remains one of the best value brands on the market.
Geely Auto UK is building its presence rapidly, and Glyn Hopkin is proud to represent the brand across four locations in Chelmsford, Romford, Colchester and Buckhurst Hill. The all electric Geely EX5 has been well received since launch, and the upcoming Starray EM i Super Hybrid will expand the range further. Geely has also been named Official Automotive Partner to Team England ahead of the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, putting the brand on a national stage. Glyn Hopkin Geely is located in Chelmsford, Romford, Colchester and Buckhurst Hill. Visit us to experience the Geely EX5 and upcoming Starray EM i, or contact our team to find out more.
The UK car market grew by nearly 6% in Q1 2026, with April seeing a further 24% bounce. Electric and hybrid vehicles now account for more than half of all new car registrations. The brands at Glyn Hopkin are at the forefront of this shift, offering customers everything from affordable city cars to flagship seven seat SUVs across electric, hybrid and petrol powertrains.
Whether you are looking for a brand new car or searching for great value in our used car range, Glyn Hopkin has something for every driver across all nine of our brands.
