As September rolls around, if you like cars, it always means one thing – the introduction of a new registration plate.
This time around it’s the ‘72’ plate that’s coming to the forefront. If you’re keen to get a new 72-plate car, there’s no shortage of options as a whole range of new metal is coming to market just in time.
So whether it’s petrol, hybrid or electric that you’re looking for, here are 10 great new cars to get on the new 72-plate.
BMW 2 Series
One of the most enjoyable cars to drive that BMW makes, the 2 Series Coupe is a hugely entertaining sports car, but also one that offers plenty of everyday practicality and a high-quality interior.
Best thought of as a shrunken 4 Series, BMW has retained the classic rear-wheel drive setup here, while there’s a great range of engine options, including an efficient 220d diesel model that can return up to 60mpg. Those wanting the most thrills, however, should look at the powerful 369bhp M240i model.
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Jeep is really ramping up its electrified range, with the majority of the models it now sells containing some hybrid element. One of the highlights is the Compass 4xe – a PHEV version of its mid-size SUV.
Coming with four-wheel drive as standard, it’s impressively competent when it comes to off-roading, while with up to 237bhp on offer, delivers more than enough pace. Up to 30 miles of range can be covered solely on electricity too, allowing for some impressively low running costs.
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Few manufacturers have managed to successfully make sporty crossovers that are genuinely fun to drive, but Ford successfully worked its magic with the Puma ST. Using the same 197bhp 1.5-litre petrol engine engine and underpinnings as the Fiesta ST, it’s a hugely entertaining choice behind the wheel.
All Puma STs come with plenty of standard equipment too, while it retains all the same practicality as the standard Puma – meaning you’ve got a large boot with plenty of underfloor storage.
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Spanish performance brand Cupra is really finding its feet, with sales of this firm growing rapidly. The latest addition to its line-up is the Born – its first electric car, which uses the Volkswagen ID.3 as its base.
With a sportier driving experience and a sharper, more aggressive look than the VW, it’s arguably the better car. With generous equipment levels, loads of technology included and a range of up to 340 miles, there’s plenty to like about the Born.
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It took Nissan a long time to follow-up its groundbreaking electric Leaf, but that car has just started arriving in dealers – the Ariya. A new electric SUV, this model offers a seriously upmarket interior and an impressive array of new technology for Nissan.
Available with a choice of two battery sizes – 63kWh and 87kWh – the larger version is able to travel up to 329 miles on a charge. The Ariya is also great to drive and a practical choice that would make a great choice for families.
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Though the Mini Electric might be a few years old, this is still a fantastic EV, particularly for those that don’t need a long range. With a powerful electric motor, it’s particularly brisk and one of the most fun EVs to drive on the market.
Like the regular Mini Hatch 3dr which it’s based on, the Electric also packs a very upmarket interior for a small car, while offering impressive levels of style and personalisation across the range.
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Skoda’s latest generation Fabia has really moved the game on, and this is without doubt one of the most well-rounded small cars on the market. Offering a particularly spacious interior for a small car, the Fabia’s 380-litre boot outclasses many cars in the class above.
This latest Skoda is also more stylish than its predecessor, while the cabin gets more technology too. Representing good value for money, the Fabia is a great new car to get on the 72-plate.
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One of the funkiest EVs currently on the market, the IONIQ 5 is a truly eye-catching model that looks like no other car on the market. Great to drive and packed with technology, it’s easy to see why this Hyundai has proven popular in a short space of time.
A choice of powertrains are available for customers, with performance models on offer that can do 0-60mph in just five seconds. Or if range is more important, the IONIQ 5 can travel up to a claimed 315 miles on a charge.
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The compact crossover class is one of the most hotly contested segments around, and a car really needs to stand out if it’s to impress. Toyota’s recently introduced Yaris Cross does that, with a main highlight being its fantastic hybrid powertrain that can return up to 64mpg, with CO2 emissions of just 100g/km.
It also offers a very practical interior, while the raised driving position will appeal to those wanting to sit higher up behind the wheel.
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A new Alfa Romeo doesn’t come around all that often, and we’ve been waiting for the Tonale for some time. But this September it will finally arrive in dealers as the Italian brand’s new, more compact SUV, sitting beneath the Stelvio.
Representing a step forward in the technology department, the Tonale also offers Alfa’s trademark stunning styling that helps it to stand out next to competitors like the Audi Q3 and Mercedes GLA. Launching with a mild-hybrid setup, the line-up will soon be extended with a plug-in hybrid.
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