These Are The Top 6 Taxis In 2024
6 Best cars for taxi drivers
To start off the new year, we thought we’d round up the latest and greatest taxi models on the market for you this year. Perfect timing if you’re due an upgrade!
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As we welcome in the New Year, you may also be thinking about getting a new taxi. As they say, it’s ‘out with the old, and in with the new!’.
To give you some inspiration, we’ve rounded up our top six picks for new taxis in 2024 – which should give you plenty of choices. Read on to see which new taxis could make a great option for your business.
New Skoda Octavia taxi
If you read our Skoda Octavia taxi review, you’ll know there’s much to love about this best-selling taxi. It offers a spacious interior and easy driving experience, along with smart connectivity features. Not to mention a stylish, distinctive design!
It’s packed with driver assistance features like Adaptive Cruise Control and Front Assist to make driving smoother. Plus with ‘shift by wire’ technology, you’ll enjoy a smoother drive each time. With prices starting from just £20,495, it’s also incredibly affordable!
Plus, there is a mild hybrid version of the Skoda Octavia with the Skoda e-TEC technology, offering even better fuel efficiency, saving you even more money.
Other features include:
- Smart Dynamic Chassis Control (DCC) system
- Up to 600 litres of boot space
- LED ambient interior lighting
- Jumbo storage box in the front armrest
- Virtual Cockpit
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- Optional panoramic sunroof
The new Skoda Octavia is a great taxi if you’re looking for a practical all-rounder, with plenty of storage and home comforts.
New Toyota Corolla taxi
We know we say it often, but the Toyota Corolla truly does make a fantastic choice for taxi drivers. After a recent facelift in 2023, the Corolla remains as practical and efficient as ever, with a new hybrid powertrain added to the mix.
With a new Toyota Corolla taxi, you can expect advanced technology, a smart, clutter-free interior, and much more. Other highlights to note are:
- 16-inch Silver Metallic alloy wheels
- Bi-LED headlights
- Dual-zone automatic air conditioning
- 12.3-inch digital combimeter
- 10.5-inch multimedia touchscreen
- Lane Departure Alert (LDA)
- Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control
With its sleek new look and advanced technology, the new Toyota Corolla will make a great choice if you’re looking for something more modern. For more information on why it makes a great taxi, read our full Toyota Corolla review.
New Skoda Scala taxi
With its affordable price tag and generous standard features, we couldn’t forget to include the Skoda Scala taxi! This compact hatchback is well-suited to life on-the-go, with a stylish exterior, practical interior, and all the tech. With prices starting from just £17,495, the Skoda Scala taxi offers great value for money, with features such as:
- 16-inch Orion alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- A leather steering wheel
- Cushioned headrests
- Radio Bolero 8-inch touchscreen
- SmartLink smartphone mirroring
- Height adjustable passenger seat (including lumbar support)
Covering all the bases for a fraction of the price, it’s no wonder the Skoda Scala continues to compete against the Skoda Octavia. See how the Skoda Scala and Octavia go head-to-head in our review.
New Kia Niro taxi
With a choice of three efficient powertrains on offer, the Kia Niro taxi is a go-to if you’re looking to lower your emissions or avoid Low Emission Zone (LEZ) and Clean Air Zone (CAZ) charges. Whatever your driving style, the Kia Niro will be happy to oblige with plug-in hybrid, hybrid, and all-electric versions. Highlights include:
- Up to 285 miles (WLTP) of range with the Kia Niro EV
- Fast charging from 10-80% in as little as 45 minutes
- Between 61.4-64.2mpg with the Kia Niro Hybrid
- Highway Drive Assist
- Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance-Assist
- Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist Rear
- Two 10.25” display screens
The Kia Niro will make the perfect choice for a taxi if you’re ready for something a little more different. For more information, read our article on why the Kia Niro makes a great taxi. Unsure which version is for you? Check out our Kia Niro EV vs Hybrid review.
New Nissan Qashqai taxi
The new Nissan Qashqai taxi has long been a favourite among UK drivers. Though with its advanced E-POWER technology, it’s now also loved by taxi drivers! With a fully hybrid powertrain, this sporty hatchback is sure to make driving more enjoyable. Enjoy more miles for your money with up to 54mpg, and reduced road tax with 117g/km of CO2 emissions. Plus:
- Rain sensing wipers
- Electronic parking brake
- Intelligent Blind Spot Intervention
- Hill Start Assist
- 7-inch high definition full-colour combimeter
- Nissan Connect 8-inch touchscreen
- 18-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels
As an automatic hybrid, the Nissan Qashqai makes a perfect taxi if you’re looking for an easy, enjoyable driving experience. Learn more about the different types of hybrids available.
New Toyota bZ4X taxi
It’s bold, it’s electric, and it’s now available at The Taxi Centre! As the first all-electric SUV from Toyota, the bZ4X sure is something special. It makes the perfect option if you’re looking for an electric taxi, with up to 318 miles (WLTP) range and zero emissions. Not only can you wave goodbye to Low Emission Zone charges, but also enjoy:
- Fast charging in as little as 32 minutes with a rapid charger
- 18-inch five double-spoke alloy wheels as standard
- Rain sensor
- Reversing camera
- Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control
- 8-inch multimedia display
- Lane Trace Assist
Starting from £39,995 at The Taxi Centre, the Toyota bZ4X offers a generous deal of advanced technology for a reasonable price, making it a great taxi. Better yet – it just so happens to be eligible for various electric taxi grants and incentives to help cover the cost!
New taxis for sale at The Taxi Centre
We hope you feel inspired to start your journey for your next new taxi! At The Taxi Centre, we have a wide range of new taxis for sale at competitive prices, helping you upgrade your vehicle for less.
With our special offers, you could save even more on your next new taxi. Plus, with our flexible finance options including Hire Purchase, you can split the cost and pay in a way that suits you.
Need help finding your perfect taxi? It’s what we’re here for! Get in touch with our specialist team today who will be happy to help.
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