Alternatively fuelled vehicles (AFVs) have displayed a steady performance in April, with specific EVs securing some impressive profit margins, according to Dealer Auction’s EV Performance Review (EVPR).
AFV bids on the platform grew from 5,772 in March to 5,968 in April. The average age remained low – unchanged at 3.4 years, maintaining the lowest levels in 2025 so far. There was a slight increase in mileage to 30,253.
Dealer Auction’s marketplace director, Kieran TeeBoon, said: “It’s great to see consistent patterns emerging across the EV market, giving dealers a clearer picture on the EVs to sell.
“While it’s still important to keep an eye on monthly nuances, building on wider trends to drive sales will be key in increasing AFV presence in the market.”
The Volvo XC90 had the highest average assumed gross margin (£5,707), followed by Tesla Model Y (£4,503), and the Hyundai IONIQ 5 (£4,164).
In fourth was the BMW 3 Series (£3,756), followed by GMW Ora Funky Cat (£3,565), the Volvo XC60 (£3,431), the Volkswagen ID.3 (£3,359), the Toyota RAV4 (£3,295), the Volkswagen ID.4 (£3,262), and the Tesla Model 3 (£3,082).
EVs secured 60% of chart positions for the first time since November 2024.
TeeBoon said: “April has been a consistent month for AFVs. Following the VED changes at the start of the month, the sales figures have remained strong and encouraging. It will be interesting to see if success continues to build.
“We’re seeing some strong patterns and preferences emerge in the AFV market and it’ll be interesting to see if this is replicated in next month’s statistics.”