Best-Selling Cars of 2025: The Complete Rankings
From the Ford F-Series' 44th consecutive year at #1 to the Chevy Equinox's 40% surge—here's what Americans actually bought in 2025.
The Top 3 Best-Sellers of 2025
Another year, another F-150 victory lap. But dig into the 2025 sales data and you'll find some fascinating shifts: the Chevy Equinox surged 40%, the Tesla Model Y dropped 22%, and hybrids quietly dominated as the market adjusted to post-subsidy reality.
The Top 25 Best-Selling Vehicles of 2025
| Rank | Vehicle | 2025 Sales | vs 2024 | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ford F-Series | 750,000+ | — | Truck |
| 2 | Chevrolet Silverado | 520,000+ | — | Truck |
| 3 | Toyota RAV4 | 479,288 | ↑ Slight | SUV |
| 4 | Honda CR-V | 403,768 | — | SUV |
| 5 | Ram Pickup | 374,059 | — | Truck |
| 6 | GMC Sierra | 356,218 | ↑ 8% | Truck |
| 7 | Chevrolet Equinox | 332,301 | ↑ 40.5% | SUV |
| 8 | Toyota Camry | 316,185 | ↑ 2% | Sedan |
| 9 | Tesla Model Y | ~300,000 | ↓ 22% | EV |
| 10 | Toyota Tacoma | 274,638 | ↑ 42% | Truck |
| 11 | Subaru Outback | ~200,000 | ↑ 6% | SUV |
| 12 | Kia Sportage | ~185,000 | ↑ 13% | SUV |
| 13 | Subaru Forester | ~175,000 | ↓ Slight | SUV |
| 14 | Chevrolet Trax | ~170,000 | ↑ 3% | SUV |
| 15 | Hyundai Tucson | 165,239 | ↓ Slight | SUV |
The Biggest Winners of 2025
Toyota Tacoma (+42%)
The all-new 2024 redesign paid off big in 2025. New turbocharged and hybrid powertrains, plus improved refinement, made it the compact truck to beat.
Chevy Equinox (+40.5%)
The 2025 redesign delivered a more modern interior, better tech, and sharper pricing. The affordable Equinox EV helped boost brand perception.
Tesla Model 3 (+18%)
After a down year during the 2024 refresh transition, Model 3 sales rebounded. The Highland update brought improved range and interior quality.
GMC Sierra EV (+347%)
Granted, it started from a tiny base—but 7,996 Sierra EV sales show there's real demand for electric trucks when done right.
The Biggest Decliners
Tesla Model Y: Down 22%
From 406,200 units in 2024 to approximately 300,000 in 2025. Part of this was the transition to the refreshed 2026 model, but slowing EV demand and the end of federal tax credits clearly hurt. Tesla doesn't report sales officially, so figures are estimates.
What the Data Tells Us
🚗 Sedans Are Still Relevant (Barely)
Only 4 of the top 20 sellers are traditional cars: Camry, Model Y, Corolla, and Model 3. Sedans aren't dead, but they're clearly niche products now. The Camry's transition to hybrid-only helped maintain sales.
🔌 EV Momentum Slowed
The end of the $7,500 federal tax credit in September 2025 visibly impacted EV sales. Model Y's decline and the Charger Daytona's struggles highlight the challenge of selling EVs without subsidies.
⛽ Hybrids Are Winning
Half of RAV4 sales were hybrids. The Camry is now hybrid-only. Hybrids offer the efficiency buyers want without range anxiety or charging hassles.
🛻 Trucks Remain King
The top 2 spots and 5 of the top 10 are trucks. America's love affair with pickups shows no signs of slowing, even with prices exceeding $60K on average.
What It Means for 2026
Several vehicles are entering 2026 with major updates that could shake up these rankings:
- Toyota RAV4: All-new redesign goes hybrid-only. Should maintain or grow its #3 position.
- Tesla Model Y: Refreshed 2026 model with improved range and features may help recovery.
- Honda CR-V: TrailSport trim and updates could help it challenge the RAV4.
- Ford F-150: Now a Consumer Reports Top Pick—expect continued dominance.
Looking Ahead
With tariffs adding $2,000+ to many vehicles and EV subsidies gone, expect 2026 to be defined by value-conscious buyers gravitating toward hybrids and well-priced compact SUVs. The Equinox's surge is just the beginning.
Sources
- Car and Driver - Best-Selling Cars 2025
- Kelley Blue Book - 2025 Sales Data
- Automotive News - Year-End Sales Report
- Cox Automotive - Market Analysis
- Best Selling Cars Statistics
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