Winners announced! 2025 Awards: Celebrating the best in business motoring

The results are in – and what a year it’s been for the Business Motoring Awards!

1 July 2025 3 min read

The 2025 awards have seen the highest number of entries to date, reflecting the growing innovation, competition, and excellence across the fleet and business motoring sector. With a host of new names joining the field – and many of them walking away with well-deserved honours – it’s been one of the most exciting and closely contested editions yet.

Our expert panel of judges had the difficult task of assessing a diverse and high-quality field, with the standard of entries impressing across the board. From cutting-edge electric vehicles to game-changing services and technologies, the breadth of talent on display was remarkable.

So, who came out on top in 2025? Which manufacturers, services and innovations are leading the way in supporting business drivers, fleets, and company car users?

Read on to discover this year’s standout performers – and join us in celebrating the very best in business motoring.

Jessica Bird, group editorial director at Astor Media, said: This year’s Business Motoring Awards have been our most exciting yet, with a record number of entries reflecting the pace and strength of competition across the fleet and business motoring world.

“Congratulations to all of our winners and finalists — your achievements demonstrate the exceptional standards and forward-thinking approaches shaping the future of this sector.

“Our judging panel faced an incredibly tough task, with the quality and diversity of entries reaching new heights. From next-generation EVs to transformative services and technologies, the 2025 awards showcase the vision that drives this industry forward.

“The remarkable response to this year’s awards also marks a milestone in the growth of the Business Motoring brand since Astor’s takeover.

“As the needs of business drivers evolve, we remain committed to championing the products, innovations, and people setting new benchmarks across the sector. Thank you for being part of this journey — and here’s to an even brighter year ahead.”

Business Motoring Awards – Cars of the year 2025

Best Small Car

Winner: Renault Clio
Highly Commended: Volkswagen Polo

Best Small EV

Winner: Renault 5 E-Tech
Highly Commended: Hyundai INSTER

Best Medium Car

Winner: Toyota Corolla
Highly Commended: Volkswagen Golf

Best Medium EV

Winner: Kia EV6
Highly Commended: BMW i4

Best Large Car

Winner: Skoda Superb
Highly Commended: Volkswagen Passat

Best Large EV

Winner: Polestar 4
Highly Commended: BMW i7

Best PHEV

Winner: MG HS
Highly Commended: BYD SEAL U DM-i

Best Small SUV

Winner: Dacia Duster
Highly Commended: Volvo XC 40

Best Small EV SUV

Winner: Hyundai KONA Electric
Highly Commended: Kia EV3

Best Medium SUV

Winner: MG HS
Highly Commended: BYD Seal U

Best Medium EV SUV

Winner: BYD Sealion 7
Highly Commended: Polestar 3

Best Large SUV

Winner: Hyundai Santa Fe
Highly Commended: BMW X5

Best Large EV SUV

Winner: Kia EV9
Highly Commended: Audi Q8 e-tron

Best Hybrid

Winner: Nissan Qashqai
Highly Commended: BMW 330e

Business Motoring car of the year

Winner: Renault 5 E-Tech
Highly Commended: Hyundai Santa Fe

Business Motoring Awards – Best service providers 2025

Best Leasing Company

Winner: Nationwide Vehicle Contracts
Highly Commended: Leasys UK Ltd

Best Company Car Programme

Winner: The Electric Car Scheme
Highly Commended: Professional Automotive Services

Best Electric Charging Point Provider

Winner: Ohme
Highly Commended: InstaVolt

Best Fleet Management Company

Winner: runyourfleet
Highly Commended: Nexus

Best Mobility Solution Provider

Winner: Fleetondemand
Highly Commended: Europcar Mobility Group UK

Best Remarketing Service

Winner: BCA
Highly Commended: Wilsons Auctions

Best Short-term rental – up to 3 months

Winner: Fleetondemand
Highly Commended: Europcar Mobility Group UK

Best Long-term rental – 3 months+

Winner: Europcar Mobility Group UK
Highly Commended: Fleetondemand