The Volkswagen Golf remains Europe's best-selling car, with sales increasing one per cent in November compared to a year earlier, but down by 1.7 per cent year-to-date.
According to the new data from Jato Dynamics, the Volkswagen Polo has retained second place, with sales up 1.2 per cent in November. Ford's Fiesta claims third, despite sales decreasing 13.5 per cent in November.
Within the top 10 brands, Volkswagen and Audi continue to perform strongly, with sales increases of 13.5 per cent and 8.9 per cent respectively during November. The remainder of the top 10 brands experience a decrease during November compared to last year.
Outside the top 10, Lexus posted sales nearly 130 per cent higher than November 2010 thanks to the success of its CT200h small premium hybrid model, and Jeep continues to benefit from the Fiat group’s marketing and distribution power, with sales up 77.7 per cent.
Within the top 10 models, Volkswagen's Passat continues to be very popular, experiencing the biggest growth, up over 120 per cent in November and by 44.1 per cent year-to-date.
“The decline in sales during November is further evidence that the new car market continues to be at the mercy of poor European economic conditions,” said Gareth Hession, vice president of research at Jato.
“Despite this, however, there are certain makes that continue to appeal to consumers, demonstrated by the strong sales performances of Volkswagen and Audi in November.”
