Best new cars 2020

There's always excitement at the beginning of a new decade. We all look forward to what might be possible during the next ten years and imagine what life might be like. In terms of cars, the roadmap for the 2020s is already cemented in place; electric cars will be the norm by 2030.

The upshot of that fact is that, even when it seems like there is still plenty of time still to go until the sale of new petrol and diesel cars in the UK is banned, manufacturers are already piling investment into the development of electric cars. As you'll see below, there were many more new electric and hybrid cars launched in 2020 than any other type of car.

Much like previous years, SUVs were everywhere once again, with everything from small and economical SUVs to high-performance and luxurious SUVs. Once more, the rate that these new models are being spawned suggests the public demand for high-riding vehicles shows no signs of letting up.

We've split all of the best new cars from 2020 into one of the following car types: small cars, family cars, SUVs/crossovers, sports cars, supercars/hypercars and electrified cars. We'll also indicate when each new model was first available and you'll have an option to check out used versions currently available on BuyaCar.

Just because these are nearly new cars, that doesn't mean they're going to be hugely expensive. Even after a relatively short amount of time, prices for used versions of these most recent models have still dropped substantially.

Best cars 2020 UK

• Best new small cars from 2020
• Best new family cars from 2020
• Best new SUVs and crossovers from 2020
• Best new sports cars and supercars from 2020
• Best new electric cars from 2020
• Best new plug-in hybrid cars from 2020

Best new small cars 2020

The popularity of small petrol cars has dwindled recently. As emissions restrictions in city centres tighten, their appeal to those living in urban areas has been hijacked by electric cars and hybrids. It comes as no surprise therefore that the list of new small cars that launched in 2020 is short. If these cars still appeal to you however, you can get all the details here on BuyaCar.

• Best new small cars launched in 2020

Best new family cars 2020

Interested in a brand new family car to get you started in this new decade? Some very enticing new options arrived during 2020. With high-performance sports-wagons from Audi and Alpina to the ultimate in class and luxury from Mercedes and Rolls-Royce. Those on a more modest budget should take note of the Seat Leon and VW Arteon Shooting Brake.

• Best new family cars launched in 2020

Best new SUVs and crossovers 2020

At this stage, there's no point even arguing about the popularity of SUVs. They're everywhere, and they're still spreading - even Aston Martin has developed an SUV. As you'd expect, the list of new arrivals is 2020 is long and our dedicated page will bring you all the details.

• Best new SUVs and crossovers launched in 2020

Best new sports cars and supercars 2020

Petrol heads can breathe easy, the era of the combustion engine isn't quite over yet. You'll be glad to know that your thirst for V8 grunt and aggression is still being catered for, there's even a V12 model from Ferrari. Even with the launch of a hybrid Ford Mustang, there is still plenty of reason to get excited about the 2020 sports car line-up.

• Best new sports cars and supercars launched in 2020

Best new electric cars 2020

The number of electric cars that hit the UK market in 2020 is incredible, and its a number that you can expect to continue growing as the years go by. Check the table below for a quick summary of a selection of electric cars that went on sale in 2020, or for more information you can click below to read our in-depth guide.

• Best new electric cars launched in 2020

Best new plug-in hybrid cars 2020

Hybrid cars are still relevant, for now. It seems inevitable that fully electric cars will eventually engulf the new car market, but that won't be for a few more years yet. There's plenty to choose from here, with all areas of motoring covered, from small city cars to the biggest of SUVs. Hybrid power was the preferred choice for the world's most insane hypercars in 2020, too.

• Best new plug-in hybrid cars launched in 2020