Recently, the sales numbers for the top selling cars, trucks, and SUVs have been released, and there are some surprises in there. The list is compiled below, with the number of units, in thousands, of each of the Top 25. Below the list are a couple things I thought were notable about the winningest vehicles in the world. Although the pandemic undeniably made a considerable impact on the auto industry, most brands powered through, and saw considerable gains through the hectic year that was 2020. Taking the throne, to nobody's surprise is the mighty Ford F-Series truck lineup.
25 - HONDA PILOT - 76K
24 - NISSAN SENTRA - 77K
23 - CHEVROLET TRAVERSE - 83K
22 - HYUNDAI TUCSON - 83K
21 - FORD ESCAPE - 85K
20 - SUBARU OUTBACK - 87K
19 - MAZDA CX-5 - 92K
18 - SUBARU FORRESTER - 95K
17 - JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE - 107K
16 - HONDA ACCORD - 115K
15 - FORD EXPLORER - 118K
14 - JEEP WRANGLER - 119K
13 - CHEVROLET EQUINOX - 119K
12 - GMC SIERRA - 138K
11 - TOYOTA TACOMA - 139K
10 - TOYOTA HIGHLANDER - 144K
9 - HONDA CIVIC - 153K
8 - TOYOTA COROLLA - 155K
7 - TOYOTA CAMRY - 177K
6 - NISSAN ROGUE - 182K
5 - HONDA CR-V - 213K
4 - TOYOTA RAV-4 - 221K
3 - CHEVROLET SILVERADO - 286K
2 - RAM 1500 - 313K
1 - FORD F-SERIES - 362K
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My Thoughts:
Honda Pilot: Although the new Kia Telluride is undeniably a better 3-row SUV than the Pilot, Honda's people-hauler continues to sell well.
Hyundai Tucson: A striking new design looks to be the main reason the Korean crossover was able to hop onto this list, selling 83K units.
Ford Escape: Although the Escape is a thoroughly boring compact crossover compared to the new Bronco, Ford is able to still sell a significant number of them. Americans love crossovers, and will buy them, even if they are terrible.
Mazda CX-5 - Possibly the most luxurious vehicle on the list, the gorgeous CX-5 is a absolute joy to drive, while being supremely comfortable and practical. Without a question, the CX-5 deserves to sell as many units as it does, unlike some of the other cars on this list. (Toyota Corolla, I'm looking at you...)
Jeep Grand Cherokee: A confusing SUV without an obvious purpose. Not off-road capable like a Jeep should be, not lavish like a Mazda CX-5, not practical and organized like a CR-V, and not fuel-efficient like a RAV-4 hybrid. Not that the Grand Cherokee is bad, it just doesn't make a strong case for itself.
Jeep Wrangler: A little overrated? Sure. Still, the Wrangler is an excellent off-roader that looks dope. Even if it wanders around the highway like a drunkard, it is a relatively impressive SUV.
Chevrolet Equinox: A abject mess. One of the only vehicles on this list that saw a decline in sales, and deservedly so. It just screams mediocrity. Hot take of the day.
Honda Civic - A world-class sedan. Available in the phenomenal Type-R, Si, EX, and LX variants, the Civic just crushes the competition. The fact that is sells less than the Camry and Corolla is a testament to how questionable American's purchases are. Just sayin'.
Nissan Rogue: Not unlike the new Hyundai Tucson, the Rogue received a major update that turned the Rogue from a average crossover to a stellar option.
Honda CR-V: 100% deserves a spot in the top 5. Handsome, efficient, practical, and brilliantly designed, the CR-V is one of those vehicles you truly can never go wrong with.
Silverado, Ram, F-Series: Americans love trucks, and the top 3 selling vehicles in the country are solid, well engineered machines that can take on any task.
3 Vehicles That Deserve To Be On This List:
Kia Telluride: Everywhere you look, you find downright competence in the Telluride. Out of nowhere, Kia made a 3-row SUV 2 years ago, and now, it has won all the honors and awards out there. Probably the most impressive "Normal" vehicle out there. Highly recommend.
Tesla Model 3: Although the Model 3, at $39K, is a little bit pricey, for what it is, it is an absolutely phenomenal car, at a reasonable price. For the first time ever, an "average" person can buy an electric car, and not be disappointed. The Model 3 is a game-changer.
Hyundai Sonata: Stylish, comfortable, efficient, and practical, the Sonata really should sell a lot more than it does. Even though it is no futuristic Tesla, the Sonata is special in its own right.
Vehicles That Have No Place On This List:
Chevrolet Equinox: A sloppy, lazy effort from the American giant, the Chevrolet crossover leaves lots to be desired. Downright miserable compared to the Honda CR-V, Mazda CX-5, or Kia Sorento.
Ford Escape: Hopelessly uninteresting and anonymous, the Escape is in a rut.
Toyota Corolla: Even for something designed for point A-B travel, the Corolla is a largely forgettable car. Very unfortunate that Americans care this little about how their car drives.
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