Cars are, inherently, a popularity contest. Selling them means appealing to the right group of buyers year after year. This year is no different, and while some new surprises have crept into the ten best-sellers of the year, there’s still a lot of the usual suspects. Brands like Ford and Toyota have mastered repeat business, and it shows in their sales figures. The lead car here managed to sell a staggering half-million units, with the runner-up hot on its tail.
10. Chevrolet Equinox: 203,583
The Chevrolet Equinox saw a total redesign this year, likely boosting sales. The updates included comprehensive changes to the crossover’s interior and exterior looks, and some mechanical updates, including the introduction of a new Equinox EV. The change nets a solid bump in sales for Chevy and 10th on the list of this year’s best-selling cars through October, with more than 200,000 units sold.
9. Toyota Tacoma: 204,464
Toyota
Toyota finds itself in similar territory. Fresh off a new generation, the Tacoma continues to be a strong seller for the brand, and nets Toyota a solid increase in sales volume over the ageing previous model. Off-road trims like the TRD Pro and Trailhunter further enhance its appeal, as does a back-to-basics SR trim with a manual transmission – the last on the market. Toyota sold more than 200,000 of them so far this year, but it’s not quite enough to beat out more popular small Toyota alternatives.
8. Tesla Model Y: 232,000 (ish)
Tesla
Tesla
Tesla is a tough automaker to get a read on, seeing as the brand refuses to disclose region-specific or model-specific sales volumes. Instead, we have to rely on estimates, which place the Model Y at roughly 232,000 units this year so far. That’s likely due to the EV’s recent update, which introduced a more affordable base trim and other aesthetic changes to the brand’s popular crossover.
7. Toyota Camry: 234,426
Toyota
The Toyota Camry continues to be a strong seller for the brand, and it’s easy to see why. A redesign replaced some of the most aged tech on the market, and a new hybrid-only lineup enhances the Camry’s economical appeal to cash-strapped buyers. The banks are out of money, but Toyota knows how to sell through it all, and the new Camry will net more than 50 mpg in its most frugal trims. Coupled with the new infotainment system and some handsome looks, it’s easy to see why Toyota’s long-running sedan outsells its midsize truck.
6. GMC Sierra: 251,845
GMC
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Speaking of trucks, we’re now into asterisk territory. Automakers like Ford, Ram, and GM disclose their truck sales across a truck’s given configurations. For example, GMC sold more than 251,000 units of the Sierra 1500, 2500, and so on. It’s a sly way of doing things, but it’s how some of Detroit’s biggest brands choose to measure their output. Regardless, the Sierra manages to command strong appeal in the truck segment, thanks in large part to its more luxurious interiors than those from other makes, like Ford or GM’s own Chevrolet (the Silverado is basically a less luxurious Sierra).
5. Ram Trucks: 262,386
Stellantis
Ram
Ram managed to outsell GMC by offering both. Ram will happily sell you a stripped-out 1500 with seats, a screen, and an engine in it just as quickly as it’ll sell you a six-figure (in sticker price and tow capacity) luxury truck built for millionaire ranchers. Ram restructured part of the 1500 lineup this year, nixing its Hemi V8 option before almost immediately announcing they’d make a return in 2026. For now, we’re expecting to see sales rise next year after falling a touch through Q3 2025.
4. Honda CR-V: 307,501
Cole Attisha
Cole Attisha
The Honda CR-V is a no-brainer crossover. It sells more than double what some other brands’ best-selling cars do, thanks largely to the crossover’s ubiquitous appeal, Goldilocks tech, comfy ride, and practical interior. This year, the CR-V is available with a hybrid powertrain, as well as some off-road-infused TrailSport options targeted at the outdoorsy crowd. However, with just a few months to go, we’d wait for a 2026 model to hit dealers. Those include updated screens and the aforementioned TrailSport trim.
3. Toyota RAV4: 358,154
Kristen Brown
Kristen Brown
It’s no surprise the RAV4 manages to cross the top 3 best-selling cars over this year’s first three quarters. It’s become the default choice for crossover shoppers since the model’s introduction in 2018. Like the aforementioned CR-V, you can have yours with gas or hybrid powertrains in addition to a few off-road-ish options catering to the outdoorsy crowd. Frankly, like the CR-V, it’s also worth waiting for a RAV4. There’s an all-new model with updated powertrains and tech, in addition to new styling cues and trim levels, like a sporty GR model.
2. Chevrolet Silverado: 422,685
Chevrolet
Chevrolet
Like its GMC twin, the Silverado relies on a large lineup and versatility to sell well. Approaching half a million units sold, it’s possible Chevrolet will cross that mark by year’s end. For that, Chevy has the Silverado’s versatility to thank. There’s a huge spread of powertrains to accommodate various degrees of towing and hauling, a simple, straightforward cockpit, and a ton of bed-related features and options for those doing serious work.
1. Ford F-Series: 597,546
Ford
Ford
For as long as anyone can remember, the F-150 has sat on or near the top of best-seller lists just like this one. The F-150 does everything we want in a truck exceptionally well while blending in the versatility brought to the table by competitors. Thanks to a huge lineup, there’s an F-Series truck for everyone, from towing starts to fully electric alternatives, to off-road monsters like the Raptor. It also delivers on truck-friendly options, like cameras for trailering and an on-board generator. The F-150 has already broken half a million units sold, and we expect it to continue to approach the seven-figure mark as the year draws to a close.
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Chase Bierenkoven
Senior Editor, Autoblog