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The Top 25 Best-Selling Vehicles in 2024

The numbers are in; 2023 was a spectacular year for the auto industry - at least compared to the last few years. From Ford to Toyota, the top automakers pulled in some pretty impressive numbers despite the shape of the economy. Here, we'll cover the 25 best-selling vehicles of 2023, taking a closer look at the sales numbers.

Going into 2024, it is a good idea to look back at last year's sales as they can significantly affect the cost of certain vehicles in the future. Interestingly, despite the reported state of the economy, sales in 2023, with GM reporting a 14% increase in sales over their 2022 numbers. Meanwhile, Toyota reported a 6.6% increase, and Hyundai an 11% increase.  On top of that, AV sales were up as well, with over 1.2 million sold, according to Kelley Blue Book - which was a record number for the electric vehicle market.

So, which 2023 vehicles were the biggest sellers? We've compiled a list of the top 25 vehicles of the year. These sold more units than any other vehicles on the market. You'll find that many of these cars, trucks, and SUVs are quite familiar as they are consistently top-selling vehicles year after year. However, there were a few surprises this year, too. Let's take a look!

25. Ford Escape

25. Ford Escape

140,968 sold

The Ford Escape fits squarely in the booming compact crossover segment, and its sales numbers reflect that. However, the model didn't surpass its all-time sales record set in 2017. Part of the blame can be laid on carmakers' inventory issues in 2021. The Escape's sales dropped even further last year, with over 5,000 fewer units sold in 2023 compared to 2022.

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24. Subaru Forester

24. Subaru Forester

152,566 sold

The Subaru Forester made the top 25 this year at number 24. As you'll see going forward, this makes it the third Subaru to make the list. More drivers are discovering that its versatility and great fuel economy make it a practical option for families.

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23. Mazda CX-5

23. Mazda CX-5

153,808 sold

Mazda cracked the top 25 again for the fourth year in a row. The CX-5 is by far the brand's best-performing vehicle when it comes to sales numbers. This single model makes up a majority of all Mazdas sold in the U.S. In 2023, the Mazda CX-5 sold nearly 2,000 more units than in 2022.

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22. Jeep Wrangler

22. Jeep Wrangler

156,581 sold

A couple of years ago, Jeep's iconic boxy off-roader was the brand's top seller. The excitement has died down from a redesign released a couple of years ago, but the new plug-in electric version in 2023 may have helped boost things.

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21. Subaru Crosstrek

21. Subaru Crosstrek

159,193 sold

Subaru had a pretty good year, with an increase in sales across the board. The automaker has three models on the top 25 list for 2023. That's an improvement from a couple of years ago. While we think the Crosstrek is just a lifted wagon, all of the sporty plastic cladding draws buyers to this "crossover."

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20. Subaru Outback

20. Subaru Outback

161,814 sold

The Outback managed to become Subaru's best-selling vehicle once again. Technically, it's a station wagon (and the only station wagon on the list), but don't tell the masses! They've convinced themselves that the Outback is a "short" crossover. Whatever works because the sales numbers don't lie.

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19. Toyota Highlander

19. Toyota Highlander

169,543 sold

For 2023, the Highlander dropped to the 19th spot, down from 11th place the previous year. Sales were down 24%. There aren't many options for three-row hybrid SUVs. Having the best fuel economy numbers in its class probably helps it, at least, stay on the list.

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18. Ford Explorer

18. Ford Explorer

186,799 sold

Ford bungled the rollout of the redesigned 2020 Explorer when it was released in the calendar year 2019. With production issues, low availability, and competition from a newly redesigned Toyota Highlander, the Explorer dropped -5.5% compared to 2021. For 2023, sales had dropped even further by nearly 10%.

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17. Honda Accord

17. Honda Accord

197,947 sold

The Honda Accord saw a boost in sales last year with over 40,000 more than the previous year. Even though we prefer the Honda Accord over its competitor, the Toyota Camry, the Camry outsold it by a considerable margin. Thanks to a successful redesign, the Accord saw a 28% increase in sales.

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16. Honda Civic

16. Honda Civic

200,381 sold

The aggressively sporty design language that Honda has chosen for its latest generation of the Civic has pushed the compact car ahead of its compact competitors. However, it still lags behind America's best-selling cars, the Camry and Corolla. Sales were up almost 50% in 2023.

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15. Hyundai Tucson

15. Hyundai Tucson

209,624 sold

In past years, Hyundai's top seller was the Elantra. Now, Hyundai has caught up with the rest of the industry by having a compact crossover as its #1 model. With a spunky redesign in 2021 (sold as a 2022 model year), the sales of the Tucson may keep climbing higher and higher. In 2023, the Tucson saw a 27% increase in sales.

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14. Chevrolet Equinox

14. Chevrolet Equinox

212,701 sold

Chevy only has two models on this list of top 25 best-sellers. The Equinox is consistently Chevrolet's second-best performer (after the Silverado). But it took a tumble in 2021 all the way down to 17th place after a 7th-place finish in 2020. Now it's climbing back up to 14th, but the numbers sold in the 2023 year were consistent with the previous year's numbers.

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13. Toyota Corolla

13. Toyota Corolla

232,370 sold

The Corolla is one of the few passenger cars to have passed 200,000 units sold in 2022. A redesigned 2020 model (including a brand-new hybrid offering) helped to entice more buyers. Still, it fell just outside the top 10, where it had been firmly entrenched during the previous decade. Sales numbers have increased by over 10,000 units.

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12. Tesla Model 3

12. Tesla Model 3

232,700 sold

In 2022, Tesla history was made. For the first time, TWO fully electric vehicles ranked in the top 30 most sold in the country for a calendar year. The Tesla Model 3 used to be Tesla's #1 selling model...that is, until its SUV-ish cousin the Model Y debuted. The Model Y beat it in 2023, but the Model 3 still sold an estimated 34,000 more units over the previous year.

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11. Toyota Tacoma

11. Toyota Tacoma

234,768 sold

We told you to get ready to see Toyota's name. Much like compact crossovers, mid-size pickup trucks also saw big sales gains. The Tacoma is the only mid-size truck on this list. Its sales show no signs of slowing as a redesigned model is on the horizon. Compared to 2022, the Tacoma saw a marginal drop in sales in 2023.

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10. Jeep Grand Cherokee

10. Jeep Grand Cherokee

244,594 sold

Jeep's Grand Cherokee lept to the top of Jeep's pack of models as the best-selling midsize SUV. It's no coincidence that Jeep's largest model was on a sales high when gas prices were low. Now that they are starting to creep up with inflation, time will tell if it will remain Jeep's top seller. Two new trims join the lineup in 2024, which should help sales.

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9. Nissan Rogue

9. Nissan Rogue

271,458 sold

The Nissan Rogue bumped up to the number 9 spot in 2023, up from 16th place in 2022. The Nissan Rogue sales increased 46% compared to 2022. Being one of the most affordable SUVs on the market, it's easy to see why it has gained so much popularity.

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8. Toyota Camry

8. Toyota Camry

290,649 sold

The Toyota Camry is still the best-selling car in America, but it has fallen from higher positions in recent years as buyers move toward crossover SUVs. So, all the doom and gloom about people not buying sedans doesn't necessarily hold for the Camry. However, sales were down in 2023 compared to 2022 by around 5,000 units.

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7. GMC Sierra

7. GMC Sierra

295,737 sold

The Sierra Trails is one of the top three truck models by a considerable margin, but GMC is making up ground since its 2019 redesign with an innovative tailgate. In 2023, the GMC Sierra offered a refresh that may have helped sales, as the Sierra had an increase of about 22% over 2022.

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6. Honda CR-V

6. Honda CR-V

361,457 sold

Honda's best-selling SUV in 2023 was the CR-V.  In the past, this crossover and the Civic have battled it out for the brand's top spot, but this year it's no contest. In recent years, buyers have preferred SUVs to sedans. In 2023, the CR-V had a 51.8% increase in sales over the previous year.

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5. Tesla Model Y

5. Tesla Model Y

385,900 sold

The Tesla Model Y is selling like hotcakes, and it is one of TWO purely electric vehicles on this list. Yes, for the first time, there are two different electric car models in the top 25. As the best-selling electric vehicle in the country, only the Tesla Model 3 came anywhere close to this number in a single calendar year. In 2023, Model Y sales increased 57%.

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4. Toyota RAV4

4. Toyota RAV4

434,943 sold

The #1 SUV and #1 non-truck in the U.S. is the best-selling Toyota RAV4, underscoring just how important the 2019 redesign was for the RAV4. Toyota didn't want to mess with a good thing. Thankfully, we still find it one of the best bets in the segment.

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3. Ram Pickup

3. Ram Pickup

444,926 sold

While Ram Pickup sales were down compared to last year, the Ram still managed to make the list of the best-selling vehicles of last year, ranking third overall. It's the third-best-selling truck on the market and the third-best-selling vehicle, period.

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2. Chevrolet Silverado

2. Chevrolet Silverado

543,319 sold

Chevrolet churned out the second best-selling truck of the year with relatively few changes over the previous year. It did, however, offer a turbodiesel engine with more horsepower. Around 30,000 more Silverados were sold this year compared to last year.

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1. Ford F-Series

1. Ford F-Series

750,789 sold

There should be no surprise here. Ford's F-Series of trucks tops the best-seller list for the 42nd year in a row. This year, Ford saw nearly 100,000 more units sold than last year. We'll see you at the top again next year, Ford.

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