Best Cars for PCO Hire in 2025 (Cost, MPG, Insurance, Earnings)

ByHamad Waran

Okay let’s start with something simple. Most new drivers don’t realize that choosing the wrong PCO car, especially in London, is one of the quickest ways to destroy your weekly income. 

Let’s say you’re gonna work on the long routes but you’ve bought an unreliable Electric car, You see the problem here mate? You’re set to a disaster before even starting. 

So we’ve settled that choosing the right car is essential for PCO. And you can only do this after having the proper knowledge. Whether you were planning to hire a PCO car, or buying a new one, we’ll tell you exactly what car you need to keep an eye on.  

What Makes a Car the “Best” for PCO in 2025?

Firstly you need to get this thing straight. Not every nice car on the road is a good car for private hire work. In fact, most of them aren’t. Yes, a big shiny BMW might be great to brag about but for a business it might not be the best choice.

In the big year 2025, the best PCO cars are graded on 3 main things. 

1. High MPG / Low Running Costs

In a city like London, traffic is your biggest headache. And what’s the paracetamol for this headache? fuel efficiency! A car that gives 60+ MPG or maybe a low-cost EV that charges cheaply will save you hundreds if not thousands yearly.

2. Affordable PCO Insurance

Now get this yeah, some big cars out there charge you stacks of pounds for  insurance premiums like Teslas. Which usually drains half your weekly earnings. So it’s a very smart choice to go for cheaper ones like Toyota hybrids, or others that stay comfortably priced.

3. Passenger Comfort

And the biggest thing of them all. The passenger experience. Nowadays riders notice every little thing. From legroom, boot space, cabin quietness to even suspension. So yes, Better comfort = better ratings = better jobs!

The Best Cars for PCO Hire in 2025

Now, let us tell you about the Top contenders of 2025, Both from EV sector to hybrids sector (Cz petroleum vehicles will cost you a pretty penny to run). These are the following 6 vehicles listed below: 

Toyota Prius Hybrid (2025 Model)

 

Toyota Prius Hybrid, who doesn’t know this car? A reliable, comfortable and overall one of the best choices for PCO cars. Arguably one the better looking ones as well (only the 2025 model). 

 

Here are some selling points of this car:

  • 65–70 MPG in real London driving
  • Extremely cheap to maintain
  • Practically unbreakable engine
  • Brilliant rear legroom
  • Smooth, quiet and rider-friendly

Earnings Potential is around £700 – £900 weekly depending on your hours and routes. If you want profit, long term stability and reliability this is probably the best choice. 

Toyota Corolla Touring Sports Hybrid

Now, if you find the Prius a bit slow and old fashioned, here’s another good option. Yes, another Toyota! But this is the Sports version so you know extra boost. 

The Toyota Corolla Sports Hybrid is perfect for long shifts and extra features like:

  • Huge boot space
  • 55–60 MPG
  • Great handling
  • Passenger comfort is top-tier

It’s an all rounder vehicle and it’s a Toyota. 

Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid

Coming onto the Hyundai Ioniq, mostly known as the smoothest hybrid to drive. This car has a few strong points over the other contenders such as: 

  • 60+ MPG range.
  • Comfortable driving position
  • Low maintenance
  • Really Quiet cabin

This is better known as the perfect alternative to Toyota with similar savings and comfort. 

Kia Niro Hybrid (2025)

If for some reason you don’t like the toyota options. Kia brings you THE Kia Niro 2025. A hybrid designed for comfort driving. It has a few good things about it and a few bad things about it. 

The Good Things

  • Spacious and elevated seating
  • 50–55 MPG
  • Modern interior

The Bad Things:

Not as better mileage than the Toyota models in the same price range. 

MG5 EV Long Range

MG5 is being hailed as the best-value Ev of 2025 and for a good reason. This cars brings: 

  • 250+ miles real range on a single charge! 
  • It has a Massive boot
  • Quiet and comfy
  • Very low charging costs

For EV drivers in 2025, There is simply no better option than the MG5. 

Tesla Model 3 (2025 Refresh)

Now we also have the Tesla Model 3 with all the “Tesla Features” such as:

  • Access to Uber Green & other premium categories
  • Fast charging network
  • Premium experience for riders

But it also has some drawbacks: 

  • Insurance is expensive
  • Repairs can be slow
  • Not ideal if you can’t charge overnight

It is only good for full-time drivers who want to maximise earnings and accept the higher risk.

Conclusion

If you want the low fuel costs and high reliability, just stick with the Toyota Hybrids. But if you want higher earnings and access to eco features, go for the EVs like the MG5. So whatever you end up choosing, remember this: Your car isn’t just a vehicle. Your income depends on it.

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