These are the most stolen cars in America
Vehicle thefts in the United States fell 23% during the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, with 334,114 vehicles reported stolen, according to the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). After years of a pandemic-fueled surge that peaked in 2023, stolen vehicle figures are now trending towards pre-pandemic levels. However, certain vehicle makes and models remain disproportionately targeted by thieves, with America’s most frequently stolen vehicles remaining largely consistent with recent years.
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Hyundai Elantra
The Hyundai Elantra led the nation with 11,329 thefts in the first half of 2025, making it America’s most stolen vehicle by a significant margin.
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Hyundai Sonata
The Hyundai Sonata ranked second with 9,154 thefts, continuing Hyundai’s unfortunate dominance of the most-stolen list.
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Honda Accord
The Honda Accord recorded 8,531 thefts, placing third and demonstrating Honda’s continued vulnerability to theft.
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Chevrolet Silverado 1500
The Chevrolet Silverado 1500 had 8,006 thefts, representing the first pickup truck on the list.
Honda
Honda Civic
The Honda Civic experienced 6,396 thefts, maintaining its position as a perennial theft target due to popularity and parts value.
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Kia Optima
The Kia Optima recorded 6,011 thefts, adding to Korean manufacturers’ troubling representation on this list.
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Ford F-150
The Ford F-150 had 4,996 thefts, reflecting thieves’ interest in America’s best-selling vehicle.
Toyota
Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry experienced 4,986 thefts, demonstrating that even reliable brands face significant theft challenges.
Honda
Honda CR-V
The Honda CR-V recorded 4,889 thefts, showing that popular SUVs aren’t immune from thieves’ attention.
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Kia Soul
The Kia Soul rounded out the top ten with 4,380 thefts, completing Kia’s troubling three-vehicle presence on the most-stolen list.
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Analysis of trends
The dominance of Hyundai and Honda models reflects both their popularity and specific vulnerabilities that thieves exploit. Hyundai and Kia models manufactured between 2011 and 2021 often lacked electronic immobilizers, making them particularly easy to steal. Pickup trucks’ continued popularity among thieves reflects their high resale value and expensive parts. The “Kia Challenge” on TikTok influenced theft rates by teaching amateur thieves how to steal vulnerable vehicles, creating a surge in opportunistic thefts.
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Regional insights and prevention
According to NICB data, states with highest theft rates include the District of Columbia (373.09 per 100,000 residents), California (178.01), and Nevada (167.68). The NICB recommends always locking doors, parking in well-lit areas, never leaving vehicles running unattended, and using anti-theft technology including steering wheel locks and GPS tracking devices. Owners of frequently stolen vehicles should consider additional security measures and may face higher insurance premiums.
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Conclusion
The most stolen vehicles in America during the first half of 2025 demonstrate that Hyundai, Honda, and Kia models face disproportionate theft risk alongside popular pickup trucks. While overall theft rates declined 23%, owners of these frequently targeted models must remain vigilant about security measures to protect their investments and contribute to continued nationwide theft reduction.
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