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Best car deals in May 2026: electric and petrol models
Before summer holidays, manufacturers are offering attractive discounts on their models. MG4 Urban, Nissan Juke, and Citroën C3 Aircross are among thi
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Best car deals in May 2026
Looking to buy a car before summer vacations? The new vehicle market remains under pressure: a 1.6% decline in the first four months of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. Order books are modest across most brands, forcing manufacturers to maintain aggressive discount policies, particularly on electric and plug-in hybrid models.
Top bargains this month
Several models stand out:
MG4 Urban: This month's surprise with a 20% reduction bringing it down to €19,990 — a very competitive price for this urban electric. SAIC group also offers 10% off the MGS9 plug-in hybrid, dropping it well below €40,000.
Nissan Juke Hybrid: A 19.5% discount while awaiting the arrival of the new electric version.
Citroën C3 Aircross: Listed at €17,990 with a 10% reduction, it remains highly accessible.
Opel Mokka: Benefiting from a 14.5% discount these days.
Volkswagen's electric ID.3 Neo and ID.Polo are also getting immediate rebates of 8.6% and 8.7% respectively — a sign manufacturers are pushing to meet EU CO2 emission quotas.
Watch out for false bargains
Many manufacturers prominently feature long-term rental or lease-to-buy offers that look tempting on paper. These packages often showcase "customer benefits" of €3,000 to €4,000, but be careful: the total lease cost typically exceeds the new car price without discount. Leasing margins provide better returns to manufacturers than outright sales.
Smart negotiation tips
- National manufacturer discounts usually serve as a starting point — dealers can offer better deals at their local level.
- Even if certain discounts require trading in an old vehicle, don't hesitate to negotiate with the dealer to get them independently.
- Always push negotiations beyond the manufacturer's advertised discount — it's your strongest leverage when order books are thin.
May remains a favorable window for acquiring a new vehicle. Manufacturers will continue offering reductions ahead of summer model launches.
Source: caradisiac
