Most Popular Cars For Uni Students In 2022 Revealed

University students have a strict budget they should stick to that covers everything from living expenses to those infamous nights out.

The idea of owning a car at university may sound preposterous to many, but according to specialists in the field, Carvine, more students are opting to get wheels than ever before.

Among the gas guzzlers and old bangers, here a few more attractive propositions.

The UK’s cheapest car, the Dacia Sandero, is most popular amongst students.

It comes with a comprehensive three-year warranty, falls into the lower insurance group categories, and has an attractive price tag.

Scoring practical points for good value and offering a fun driving experience, while also winning the Motor Awards 2021 ‘Value Car of the Year,’ is second choice — the Vauxhall Corsa.

All the engines deliver decent fuel economy, with the 1.2-litre engine averaging 40 miles per gallon (mpg). It also comes in an all-electric version if the surge in current energy prices puts you off. 

Other vehicles on the list include Volkswagen Polo and Up!, Kia Rio, Hyundai i10, Ford Focus, Skoda Fabia and SEAT Ibiza - all sitting within the lower insurance groups ensuring costs are kept down low.

Eco-conscious students may want to opt for a future-proofing electric car and keep refuelling costs down to a minimum.

With most halls and campuses offering charge-points, including home-charging facilities, electric vehicles (EVs) offer considerably low running costs compared to their fuel-powered counterparts.

One of Europe’s best selling EVs, the Renault Zoe is one of the cheapest electric cars you can buy.

Combined with the government’s plug-in grant scheme of up to £1,500, monthly payments are even more affordable if you opt for finance.

The nippy and high performing Skoda Citigo-e iV and the highly popular Nissan Leaf also made the cut.

Alex Thomas, a marketing executive for Carvine, remarked:

“The average student is thrown in at the deep end with little to no real responsibilities until they take the leap and go to university.

"Buying a car won’t cross some people’s minds at all."