Canada Best-Selling Cars ranking up to October 2023 shows the Ford F-Series still as the best seller (-16.0%). The Toyota RAV4 rises 35.0% into 3rd spot and the Honda CR-V surges 66.5% into 5th.

In the following article we are going to look at the best selling cars in Canada considering data up to October 2023.

The Ford F-series has maintained the throne for over 40 years, with sales in the first in 2022 reaching 79,287 (-16.0%).

The second-best model is the Ram Pick up with 66,855 sales (+7.0%) and the third is the Toyota RAV4 reporting 63,975 sales (+35.0%).

In fourth place ranks the GMC Sierra with 48,711 units sold (+12.3%) ahead of the Honda CR-V at 44,468 (+66.5%), the Chevrolet Silverado at 44,094 (-3.5%) and Nissan Rogue -up 8 spots- with 23,958 units sold (+46.8%).

The Honda Civic maintains 8th spot with 23,453 (-11.7%) ahead of the Toyota Corolla at 23,444 (-18.9%) and in 10th place the Hyundai Tucson -up 4 spots- reports 22,302 cumulative registrations (+23.1%)

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In the tables below we report sales for top 50 models.

Canada Best-Selling Cars ranking reports a negative trend for most models. Ford F-series maintains 1st position for over 40 years, followed by the Ram pick-up (+3.1%) and the Toyota RAV4 (-9.7%).

Reporting on the best-selling models sold this year in Canada is hard to find models with a positive year on year trend, considering the negative trend in place in the market.

The Ford F-series has maintained the throne for over 40 years, with sales in the first in 2022 reaching 114,729 (-1.4%).

The second-best model is the Ram Pick up with 75,740 sales (+3.1%) and the third is the Toyota RAV4 reporting 55,921 sales (-9.7%).

In fourth place ranks the Chevrolet Silverado -up 4 spots- with 53,281 units sold (+46.3%) ahead of the GMC Sierra at 52,318 (-2.7%), the Toyota Corolla at 33,096 (-19.1%) and Honda CR-V -down 2 spots- with 32,096 (-37.0%).

In eight place the Honda Civic -down 2 spots- with 29,722 (-31.8%) ahead of the Hyundai Kona at 24,579 (-21.0%) and in 10th place the Hyundai Elantra -up 3 spots- with 24,559 cumulative registrations (-6.7%)

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In the tables below we report sales for top 50 models.

Canada best-selling cars in 2021 was dominated again by the iconic Ford F-Series which has been maintaining the market throne for over 40 year, followed in second place by the Ram Pick-up ahead of the Toyota RAV4.

In Canada the best-selling model has been the same for over 40 years and – like in the US – it’s the large pick-up Ford F-series. In 2018 the market share achieved was 7.2% and in 2019 replicated the 2017’s record of 7.5%. Consider that in 2010 the share was at 6.2%. In 2021 116,402 units have been sold, with a share of 7.1%. 

The second-best model is the Ram Pick up with 73,477 sales (4.5% market share). In third place, there is the Toyota RAV4 reporting 61,933 sales (3.8% share).

In fourth place we have the GMC Sierra -up 1 spot- with 53,757 units sold (3.3% share) ahead of the Honda CR-V -up 2 spots- with 50,935 units (3.1% share), the Honda Civic with 43,556 sales (2.7% share) and the Toyota Corolla -up 1 spot- with 40,887 units sold (2.5% share).

In eight place, we have the Chevrolet Silverado -down 4 spots- with 36,419 units (2.2% share) ahead of the Hyundai Kona with 31,101 sales (1.9% share) followed by the Nissan Rogue -up 2 spots- with 29.927 units sold (1.8% share).

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In the tables below we report sales for top 50 models.

Canada best-selling cars in 2020 was dominated again by the iconic Ford F-Series which has been maintaining the market throne for over 40 years and is able to further hit the best ever market share. In second place the Ram Pick-up ahead of the best passenger car, the Toyota RAV4 which hit its record share at 4.1%.

In Canada the best-selling model has been the same for over 40 years and – like in the US – it’s the large pick-up Ford F-series. However, we continue to be surprised by the love of Canadians for this model! In 2018 the market share achieved was 7.2% and in 2019 replicated the 2017’s record of 7.5%. Consider that in 2010 the share was at 6.2%. In 2020 128.650 units have been sold, reporting a record share of 7.8%. 

The second-best model is the Ram Pick up with 83.673 sales (5.1% market share). In third place, there is the first car passenger and best SUV, the Toyota RAV4, reporting 67.977 sales (4.1% share).

In fourth place we have the Chevrolet Silverado -up 3 positions- with 52.767 units sold (3.1% share) ahead of the GMC Sierra -up 1 spot- with 51.512 units (3.1% share), the Honda Civic with 50.805 sales (3.1% share) and the Honda CR-V with 50.135 units sold (3% share).

In eight place, we have the Toyota Corolla with 37.156 units (2.2% share) ahead of the best Korean, the Hyundai Kona -up 6 spots- with 31.733 sales (1.9% share) followed by the Mazda CX-5, with 30.583 units sold (1.9% share).

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In the tables below we report sales for top 50 models.

Canada best selling cars in 2019 was dominated again by the iconic Ford F-Series which dominate the market since over 40 years and is able to further hit the best ever market share. In second the always successful Ram Pick-up ahead of the best passenger car, the Toyota RAV4 which hit its record share at 3.4%.

In Canada the best-selling model is the same since over 40 years and – like in US – is the large pick-up Ford F-series. However, we continue to be surprised by the love of Canadian people for this model! In the 2018 the market share achieved was 7.2% and in 2019 replicated the 2017’s record of 7.5%. Consider that in 2010 the share was at 6.2%.

The second best model is the Ram Pick up with the outstanding share of 5%, hitting a new record. In third there is the first car passenger and best SUV, the Toyota RAV4 with a final year projected share of 3.4%, the new record and the second in a row after the 2.7% hit in the 2018.

In fourth place and best sedan on the market, the Honda Civic with 3.1% ahead of the Honda CR-V with 2.9%, the Chevrolet Silverado with 2.8%,  the GMC Sierra with 2.8%, the Toyota Corolla with 2.5%.

In ninth place, the Ford Escape with 2.0% ahead of the best Korean, the Hyundai Elantra with 2.0% as well.

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Canada best selling cars in 2018 with the leader, the Ford F-Series followed by the Ram Pick and the GMC Sierra, keeping the 4th position ahead of the Chevrolet Silverado. The Honda Civic is the best car passenger.

In the 2018 the market became moderately negative. Indeed, after eight consecutive years of gains and five all-time records in a row, the great run came to an end with registrations at 1.998.532, loosing 2.2% from the previous year. However, this can be still considered as the second largest annual result in the Canadian history.

In the 2018, the Canadian best selling car remains the Ford F-series with 145.694 sales (-6.2%) followed by the Ram Pick up with 84.854 (-13.8%) and the Honda Civic, the best car passenger’s, with 69.005 sales, confirming in full the previous year final ranking.

In fourth place the GMC Sierra with 56.246 (-9.1%) ahead of the Toyota Rav4, actually fifth with 55.385 (+8.8%).

In sixth place the Chevrolet Silverado with 55.097 (-6.7%) followed by the Honda CR-V with 54.879 units (+8.8%), the Toyota Corolla with 48.796 (-3.1%), the Ford Escape with 43.857 (-8.4%) and  in 10th place by the Hyundai Elantra with 41.784 (-9.4%).

We must mention the jump in 17th place of the last generation Jeep Wrangler with 24.615 units (+42.3%). The fourth generation of the Jeep® Wrangler – the most capable and recognized vehicle in the world – builds on its legendary history with an unmatched combination of off-road capability, authentic Jeep design, open-air freedom, advanced fuel-efficient powertrains, superior on- and off-road dynamics, and a host of innovative safety and advanced technology features.

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Canada best selling cars 2017 ranking with the Ford F-Series king of the market followed by the Ram Pick up and the Honda Civic, third and best car passengers. The fastest model was the Mercedes GLC

Canadian vehicles market in the last five years has reported a steady and continue growth, hitting year after year a new all time record. In the 2017, according to data released by the Canadian Transportation Authority, the industry finally hit the milestone of 2 million vehicles sold in a celendar year, up 4.7% with 2.043.000 units.

Canadian best selling car remains the Ford F-series with 155.290 sales (+6.8%) followed by the Ram Pick up with 99.465 units (+10.6%) and the Honda Civic, the best car passenger, with 69.030 sales (+6.9%).

GMC Sierra was fourth with 61.883 sales (+21.1%) ahead of the Chevrolet Silverado, up 5 spots, with 59.066 (+31.5%), the Toyota Rav4 with 50.894 sales (+3.6%) and the Honda CR-V with 50.443 units (+12.6%).

in eighth place the Toyota Corolla with 50.332 (+10.3%) followed by the Ford Escape with 47.880 (+2.6%) and in 10th place by the Dodge Gran Caravan with 46.933 units (-8.6%).

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Canada Auto Sales hit in the 2017 the milestone of 2 million light vehicles, hitting the fifth new all time record in a string. Honda consolidates the third place ahead of a shining Chevrolet and behind Ford and Toyota.

Canadian GDP growth tapered off as expected in Q3, a stark contrast to the unsustainable stretch of gains recorded in the first half of the year. Household spending, lifted by tight labor market conditions and the stronger Canadian dollar, drove domestic demand in the quarter. Furthermore, upbeat business investment—particularly in machinery and equipment—more than offset the slump in housing investment. In the external sector, exports upset with a surprise decline in Q3 as shipments of motor vehicles fell because of broadly one-off factors.

Canadian vehicles market in the last five years has reported a steady and continue growth, hitting year after year a new all time record. In the 2017, according to data released by the Canadian Transportation Authority, the industry finally hit the milestone of 2 million vehicles sold in a celendar year, up 4.7% with 2.043.000 units.

At brand-wise, Ford was market leader with a record sales of 300.267 (+2.3%) with 14.7% of market share.

Toyota was second with 199.762 (+4.7%) followed by Honda with 176.951 units (+6.3%). In fourth place a shining Chevrolet with 171.005 sales (+12.9%) followed by Nissan with 134.244 units (+10.0%) and Hyundai with 129.0801 units (-6.0%).

In seventh place Ram with 103.843 (+11.2%) ahead of GMC with 99.508 (+17.5%), Kia with 76.504 (+6.7%) and in 10th place Dodge with 76.051 (-8.0%).

At model-wise, the leader was again the Ford F-Series with 155.290 sales (+6.8%) followed by the Ram Pick up with 98.465 (+10.6%) and the Honda Civic with 69.030 (+6.9%).

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Canada Vehicles Market 2016 at the new all time record the fifth in a row, first time over the 1.9 million and now approaching the 2 million annual unit. Smart and Jaguar shine while Fiat plunged

Market Outlook

Stabilizing oil prices should boost export revenues and encourage investment next year. This, along with a boost in public spending, should cause GDP growth to rise from the expected 1.2% in 2016 to 1.9% in 2017, which is unchanged from last month’s forecast. For 2018, the panel sees GDP growth stable at 1.9%.

Domestic vehicles market ended the year with a low tone, as the second half of the year was weak, but anyhow achieving a memorable record, hitting the new annual all time record sales for the fifth year in a row. The market grow steadily but always!

As anticipated, last months had not been positive and the trend was confirmed by December for which the data released by the Canadian Transportation Authority, were only 125.865, down 2.5%.

The full year sales were 1.936.395 sales (+1.8%) with the market ranking as World’s 10th.

Competitive Arena

Ford led the ranking with 296.125 units (+9.5%) ahead of Toyota and Honda, while among the highest increase of the year there were Volvo, Land Rover, Buick, Audi and Porsche. The best performances had been reported by Smart and Jaguar, improving 161.9% and 134.1%.

Fiat hit the sharpest slowdown, losing 57.7%, followed by other lost at lower level for Chrysler, Volkswagen, Mini and Scion.

The Ford F-series was obviously the best-selling model with 145.409 units (+22.4%), while in 2nd place was the Ram Pick-up with 89.048 (-2.4%) ahead of the Dodge Grand Caravan with 51.349 (+9.4%).

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Canada best selling cars 2016 annihilated by the astonishing new performance of the Ford F Series, at record volume for a single model in this market with a +22% from the already outstanding 2015.

During the 2016 the Canadian best-selling models ranking shows unchanged podium compared with last year, while presenting two top models at remarkable increase.

The number one remains the Ford F-series with 145.409 sales, new record for the model and best performance ever for a single model in Canada, with a superb +22.4% creating a huge gap over all the rivals.

The second, the Ram Pick up was very far with “only” 89.048 units (-2.4%) followed by the Honda Civic, the best car passenger, with 64.552 sales (+0.6%).

Confirmed the fourth place gained in the first half, the star of the year, the last generation of the Dodge Grand Caravan, up 4 spots, with 51.348 units (+9.4%). It was followed by the GMC Sierra with 51.091 sales (-4.9%), the Toyota RAV4 with 49.103 (+16.2%) and the Hyundai Elantra with 48.875 sales (+2.4%).

In 8th place the Ford Escape, down 3 spots, with 46.661 (-2.2%) ahead of the Toyota Corolla with 45.626 (-3.3%) and in 10th place by the Chevrolet Silverado with 44.932 (-3.2%).

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In the tables below we report sales for all Brands, top 10 Manufacturers Group and top 10 Models