The Ford Fiesta has been revealed as the nation’s most popular car for learner drivers. That’s according to a new learner driver report.
This comes as the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) prepares for driving tests to restart in England and Wales. Tests will be allowed to restart on 12 April 2021 at the earliest, although this date is subject to change.
It’s no surprise to find the Fiesta at the top of the list for learner drivers. The supermini is the UK’s best-selling car, so there’s always a ready supply of used cars to choose from. It’s also one of the best all-rounders, offering a great blend of space, efficiency and value for money.
Top 10 most common cars for learner drivers
- Ford Fiesta
- Vauxhall Corsa
- Volkswagen Polo
- Volkswagen Golf
- Ford Focus
- Vauxhall Astra
- Mini Hatch
- Fiat 500
- Renault Clio
- Toyota Yaris
Veygo, the company behind the learner driver report, found that it costs, on average, around £1,370 to learn to drive. Lessons account for £1,237.50 of this, based on 45 sessions at £27.50 per hour of tuition.
A provisional driving licence costs £34 online (£43 by post), while the theory and driving tests cost £23 and £62 respectively. The cost is higher for tests taken on evenings, weekends and bank holidays.
‘Lack of professional advice’
Gunnar Peters, Veygo CEO, said: “The pandemic has changed the way we learn to drive massively, with many lessons and tests being cancelled due to lockdown and many driving instructors being unable to work.
“We’ve seen increased demand for learner driver insurance for private practise as a result. This has put pressure on learner drivers, as they’ve had a lack of professional advice and relied on family members to teach them to drive.”
You can only take driving lessons with members of your household or support bubble. It must be travel for work, education or other essential journeys.
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