Hey car enthusiasts, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a wild ride through the global car market in 2024! If you thought you knew which cars would rule the roads, you're in for a surprise twist. These are the best-selling cars of 2024.
Best-selling cars in 2024?! Data Statistician and Visual Capitalist revealed the top ten best-selling vehicles last year – and believe me, from electric revolutionaries to rugged trucks, this list has it all! Join me as we explore the models that have won the hearts (and wallets) of millions of drivers around the world, and find out why 2024 has set new rules for the game.
The top trio: Tesla, Toyota and Toyota again
Reigns in first place Tesla Model Y with impressive 1.09 million vehicles sold – the electric SUV that has taken the traditional market by storm. With its futuristic design and zero emissions, it has proven that the green wave is unstoppable. It is followed closely by the Japanese veteran Toyota Corolla with 1.08 million units sold – a symbol of reliability that never disappoints. Third place belongs to another Toyota model – RAV4, which is with 1.02 million vehicles sold established itself as a popular compact SUV.
American muscle and Japanese elegance
Fourth place American giant ranks among the best-selling cars in 2024 Ford F-150 with 900,000 trucks sold – a symbol of the power that rules US roads. Follow him Honda CR-V with 740,000 units sold, which confirms the dominance of Japanese manufacturers with its elegant design and practicality. In sixth place we find Chevrolet Silverado with 640,000 copies sold – another American pickup truck that confirms the enduring popularity of these types of vehicles.
Asian rise and European strength
Seventh place ambush Hyundai Tucson from South Korea with 610,000 vehicles sold – a compact SUV that brings a breath of fresh air from Seoul. Eighth place belongs Toyota Camry with 580,000 copies sold, which proves that sedans still have their place in the market. The real surprise is at ninth place – Chinese BYD Song with 570,000 units sold (exported as BYD Seal U or Sealion 6), confirming that China is rapidly overtaking the competition. Ten rounds up German Volkswagen Tiguan with 540,000 copies sold, which remains synonymous with European reliability.
Overview in table
For easier overview, the data is presented in the table below:
| Model | My |
|---|---|
| Tesla Model Y | 1,09 |
| Toyota Corolla | 1,08 |
| Toyota RAV4 | 1,02 |
| Ford F-150 | 0,90 |
| Honda CR-V | 0,74 |
| Chevrolet Silverado | 0,64 |
| Hyundai Tucson | 0,61 |
| Toyota Camry | 0,58 |
| BYD Song | 0,57 |
| Volkswagen Tiguan | 0,54 |
What does this list tell us?
This list isn't just a set of numbers—it's a reflection of automotive trends and driver preferences. SUVs dominate as many as eight places, which indicates their popularity due to their spaciousness and versatility. Japanese manufacturers (Toyota and Honda) dominate with four models, while Americans (Ford and Chevrolet) maintain dominance in the pickup truck segmentThe biggest surprise? The rise of China's BYD and Tesla's leadership role, which confirm that The electric revolution is already in full swing.
The year 2024 was a year of upheavals – from traditional Japanese stars to electric pioneers and rising Asian giants. Which car surprised you the most? Get involved and share your thoughts in the comments – it might be time to road test one of these winners yourself!
