See all Motoring NewsAccording to recent research* by Carzone, Ireland’s trusted motoring marketplace, of those that are in the market to buy their next car, two thirds (69%) plan to purchase in the next three to twelve months. Based on data from previous years, traffic to the site and apps, Carzone predicts that Tuesday 25th of January is the day when motorists are most likely to consider buying a car.
When it comes to the type of car to purchase, the car-buying experts at Carzone have composed a list of the most viewed cars by segment based on views on the site in 2021.
The Volkswagen Golf, which was the most popular car on the website last year, is still the most viewed petrol car model, while the Nissan Leaf remains the most-searched-for electric car. The BMW 5 Series takes the top spot of most popular hybrid car, and also the top spot for most popular diesel car.
The most popular cars on Carzone in 2021:
Most Popular Model: Volkswagen Golf
Most Popular Electric Model: Nissan LEAF
Most Popular Hybrid Model: BMW 5 Series
Most Popular Diesel Model: BMW 5 Series
Most Popular Petrol Model: Volkswagen Golf
Commenting on the findings, Karl Connolly, Audience Manager Carzone said: “New beginnings in January mean many of us start looking to upgrade our car at this time of year. Carzone predicts that Tuesday 25th of January is the day when people begin to seriously consider purchasing a new car and start researching the market. For those who want to change their car, Carzone offers the best selection of new and used cars in Ireland. Whether you are looking for a family saloon, an electric car or a car under a certain price point this January, Carzone has a car to suit all tastes and budgets.”