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Top 100 Cars of All Time: Biggest Sellers Worldwide

"The cars that have captured the world and dominated the roads."

Throughout automotive history, certain cars have stood out not just for their design and features, but for their immense global popularity. These models became icons, breaking records, and selling in massive numbers across the globe. This list ranks the top 100 best-selling cars worldwide, based on total units sold.

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Overview

  • Title: "Top 100 Cars: All-Time Biggest Sellers"
  • Subtitle: "The highest-selling cars worldwide, ranked."
  • Tagline: "Cars that made history by sheer numbers."
  • Description: "This list compiles the highest-selling vehicles in history, spanning decades and continents, based on their total sales."
  • Keywords: cars, best sellers, top selling cars, all-time, global sales, automotive icons, biggest car sales

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# Top 100 Cars
- Subtitle: "All-Time Biggest Sellers"
- Tagline: "Cars that dominated the global market with their sales."
- Description: "A list of the most popular cars worldwide based on units sold."
- 5 Topics

## Topics
- Topic 1: Japanese cars, Toyota, Honda, Nissan, Suzuki, Mazda...
- Topic 2: European cars, Volkswagen, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Renault...
- Topic 3: American cars, Ford, Chevrolet, Jeep, Tesla, Dodge...
- Topic 4: Iconic cars, Fiat, Mini, Citroën, Peugeot...
- Topic 5: SUVs and crossovers, Ford, Toyota, Hyundai, Nissan...

Topic 1: "Japanese Cars"

"Dominating the global market with reliability and innovation."

Japanese manufacturers have consistently produced cars that rank among the top-sellers worldwide. Their focus on quality, durability, and affordability has led to monumental success.

  1. Toyota Corolla: Over 50 million units sold
  2. Honda Civic: A global favorite with 24 million units sold
  3. Nissan Sentra: Strong sales reaching 16 million units
  4. Suzuki Swift: Popular small car, 8 million units sold
  5. Toyota Camry: Renowned family sedan with 20 million units sold
  6. Honda Accord: A household name with 17 million units sold
  7. Toyota Hilux: Dominating pickup markets, 18 million units sold
  8. Nissan Altima: Over 14 million units sold worldwide
  9. Mazda 3: 7 million units sold across the globe
  10. Toyota RAV4: 13 million units sold in the compact SUV segment
  11. Honda CR-V: A favorite crossover, 10 million units sold
  12. Suzuki Alto: Affordable and efficient with 8 million units sold
  13. Nissan Qashqai: 5 million units sold globally
  14. Subaru Forester: 5 million units sold
  15. Mitsubishi Lancer: Iconic with 7 million units sold
  16. Honda Fit (Jazz): 8 million units sold worldwide
  17. Mazda CX-5: 6 million units sold
  18. Nissan Juke: A crossover standout with 2 million units sold
  19. Suzuki Jimny: 2.5 million units sold
  20. Toyota Land Cruiser: Off-road king with 10 million units sold

Topic 2: "European Cars"

"A blend of style, performance, and practicality for every market."

European automakers are known for combining sleek design with engineering prowess, leading to a large presence on the global sales charts.

  1. Volkswagen Golf: Iconic hatchback with 35 million units sold
  2. Volkswagen Beetle: Legendary with 23 million units sold
  3. Renault Clio: Over 15 million units sold
  4. Fiat 500: 6 million units sold globally
  5. Peugeot 206: 10 million units sold
  6. Volkswagen Passat: Midsize car staple with 30 million units sold
  7. BMW 3 Series: Luxury leader with 16 million units sold
  8. Mercedes-Benz C-Class: Over 12 million units sold
  9. Audi A4: Luxury sedan with 10 million units sold
  10. Citroën C3: 4 million units sold
  11. Mini Cooper: An icon with 5 million units sold
  12. Renault Megane: 7 million units sold
  13. Fiat Panda: Affordable with 7 million units sold
  14. Opel Corsa: A small car hit with 14 million units sold
  15. Volvo XC60: 2 million units sold
  16. Peugeot 208: 8 million units sold
  17. BMW 5 Series: 9 million units sold
  18. Audi A6: 7 million units sold
  19. Mercedes-Benz E-Class: 10 million units sold
  20. Volkswagen Polo: 20 million units sold

Topic 3: "American Cars"

"Powerful, durable, and made for the open road."

American automakers have produced many high-selling models, especially in the truck and SUV categories, as well as affordable sedans.

  1. Ford F-Series: Over 40 million trucks sold
  2. Chevrolet Silverado: 28 million trucks sold
  3. Ford Escort: 20 million units sold globally
  4. Ford Fiesta: Over 16 million units sold
  5. Jeep Grand Cherokee: 10 million SUVs sold
  6. Ford Focus: 16 million units sold
  7. Tesla Model 3: 4 million units sold in record time
  8. Dodge Ram: 12 million trucks sold
  9. Chevrolet Cruze: 8 million units sold
  10. Jeep Wrangler: 6 million units sold
  11. Dodge Charger: 8 million units sold
  12. Ford Taurus: 8 million units sold
  13. Chevrolet Equinox: 5 million units sold
  14. Tesla Model Y: 2 million units sold and climbing fast
  15. Ford Mustang: 10 million units sold
  16. Chevrolet Malibu: 8 million units sold
  17. Dodge Durango: 5 million units sold
  18. Chrysler 300: 5 million units sold
  19. Chevrolet Traverse: 2 million units sold
  20. Ford Explorer: 8 million units sold

Topic 4: "Iconic Cars"

"Legendary vehicles that left their mark on the world."

Some cars aren't just bestsellers—they become cultural icons, loved by generations.

  1. Volkswagen Beetle: The most beloved car with 23 million units sold
  2. Ford Model T: Revolutionary with over 16 million sold
  3. Mini Cooper: Stylish icon with 5 million units sold
  4. Citroën 2CV: A French legend with 5 million units sold
  5. Fiat 500: Over 6 million sold, a symbol of Italian motoring
  6. Porsche 911: Iconic sports car with 1 million sold
  7. Jaguar E-Type: Over 70,000 sold but culturally massive
  8. Land Rover Defender: Off-road legend with 2 million units sold
  9. Volkswagen Kombi (Microbus): A symbol of freedom with 10 million sold
  10. Ford Mustang: The muscle car king with 10 million sold
  11. Peugeot 205: A hatchback hit with 5 million units sold
  12. Alfa Romeo Giulietta: 400,000 units sold
  13. Renault 4: Over 8 million units sold
  14. Toyota 2000GT: A Japanese sports car icon
  15. Ford Thunderbird: Over 1 million sold
  16. Chevrolet Camaro: Muscle car rival with 5 million sold
  17. Lancia Delta: 1 million sold
  18. Lotus Esprit: Only 10,675 sold, but a legend
  19. Saab 900: 1 million sold
  20. Ferrari 308: Iconic sports car with 12,000 sold

Topic 5: "SUVs and Crossovers"

"Modern champions of the automotive market."

SUVs and crossovers have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, with many models breaking sales records.

  1. Toyota RAV4: 13 million units sold globally
  2. Honda CR-V: Over 10 million units sold
  3. Ford Explorer: 8 million units sold
  4. Nissan Rogue: 6 million units sold
  5. Jeep Grand Cherokee: Over 10 million SUVs sold
  6. Toyota Land Cruiser: 10 million sold globally
  7. Nissan X-Trail: Over 7 million units sold
  8. Ford Escape: 6 million units sold
  9. Hyundai Tucson: 7 million units sold
  10. Hyundai Santa Fe: 5 million units sold
  11. Nissan Qashqai: 5 million sold
  12. Volkswagen Tiguan: 6 million units sold
  13. Kia Sportage: 6 million sold worldwide
  14. Mazda CX-5: 6 million sold
  15. Subaru Forester: 5 million sold globally
  16. Chevrolet Tahoe: 5 million units sold
  17. Ford Bronco: 1 million sold
  18. Hyundai Kona: 2 million sold
  19. Jeep Renegade: 2 million sold
  20. Mitsubishi Outlander: 3 million sold

Top 100 List

  1. Toyota Corolla (Topic 1)
  2. Volkswagen Golf (Topic 2)
  3. Ford F-Series (Topic 3)
  4. Volkswagen Beetle (Topic 4)
  5. Honda Civic (Topic 1)
  6. Volkswagen Passat (Topic 2)
  7. Nissan Sentra (Topic 1)
  8. Toyota RAV4 (Topic 5)
  9. Honda Accord (Topic 1)
  10. Honda CR-V (Topic 5)
  11. Ford Escort (Topic 3)
  12. Ford Fiesta (Topic 3)
  13. Toyota Camry (Topic 1)
  14. Chevrolet Silverado (Topic 3)
  15. Nissan Altima (Topic 1)
  16. Ford Focus (Topic 3)
  17. Volkswagen Polo (Topic 2)
  18. Renault Clio (Topic 2)
  19. Ford Explorer (Topic 5)
  20. Jeep Grand Cherokee (Topic 5)
  21. Fiat 500 (Topic 4)
  22. Toyota Hilux (Topic 1)
  23. BMW 3 Series (Topic 2)
  24. Ford Mustang (Topic 4)
  25. Peugeot 206 (Topic 2)
  26. Mercedes-Benz C-Class (Topic 2)
  27. Jeep Wrangler (Topic 3)
  28. Subaru Forester (Topic 1)
  29. Nissan Rogue (Topic 5)
  30. Toyota Land Cruiser (Topic 5)
  31. Renault Megane (Topic 2)
  32. Chevrolet Malibu (Topic 3)
  33. Fiat Panda (Topic 2)
  34. Dodge Ram (Topic 3)
  35. Ford Escape (Topic 5)
  36. Nissan X-Trail (Topic 5)
  37. Mazda 3 (Topic 1)
  38. Hyundai Tucson (Topic 5)
  39. Toyota Yaris (Topic 1)
  40. Peugeot 208 (Topic 2)
  41. Opel Corsa (Topic 2)
  42. Mazda CX-5 (Topic 1)
  43. Kia Sportage (Topic 5)
  44. Volvo XC60 (Topic 2)
  45. Hyundai Santa Fe (Topic 5)
  46. Dodge Charger (Topic 3)
  47. Nissan Qashqai (Topic 1)
  48. Tesla Model 3 (Topic 3)
  49. Mercedes-Benz E-Class (Topic 2)
  50. Ford Taurus (Topic 3)
  51. Chevrolet Cruze (Topic 3)
  52. Citroën C3 (Topic 2)
  53. Chevrolet Tahoe (Topic 5)
  54. Mini Cooper (Topic 4)
  55. Tesla Model Y (Topic 3)
  56. Volkswagen Tiguan (Topic 5)
  57. Audi A4 (Topic 2)
  58. Jeep Renegade (Topic 5)
  59. Chevrolet Traverse (Topic 3)
  60. Ford Bronco (Topic 5)
  61. Mitsubishi Lancer (Topic 1)
  62. Toyota Prius (Topic 1)
  63. Alfa Romeo Giulietta (Topic 4)
  64. Mitsubishi Outlander (Topic 5)
  65. Porsche 911 (Topic 4)
  66. Ford Thunderbird (Topic 4)
  67. Renault 4 (Topic 4)
  68. Saab 900 (Topic 4)
  69. Peugeot 405 (Topic 2)
  70. Honda Fit (Jazz) (Topic 1)
  71. Mazda RX-7 (Topic 1)
  72. Lotus Esprit (Topic 4)
  73. Audi A6 (Topic 2)
  74. Chevrolet Equinox (Topic 3)
  75. Jaguar E-Type (Topic 4)
  76. Land Rover Defender (Topic 4)
  77. Chevrolet Camaro (Topic 4)
  78. Porsche Cayenne (Topic 5)
  79. Suzuki Swift (Topic 1)
  80. Nissan Juke (Topic 1)
  81. Lancia Delta (Topic 4)
  82. Toyota Sienna (Topic 1)
  83. Chrysler 300 (Topic 3)
  84. Peugeot 508 (Topic 2)
  85. Volkswagen Kombi (Microbus) (Topic 4)
  86. Peugeot 307 (Topic 2)
  87. Toyota C-HR (Topic 5)
  88. Honda Odyssey (Topic 1)
  89. Hyundai Kona (Topic 5)
  90. Subaru Impreza (Topic 1)
  91. Honda Element (Topic 1)
  92. Citroën DS (Topic 4)
  93. Lexus RX (Topic 5)
  94. Renault Twingo (Topic 2)
  95. Fiat Punto (Topic 2)
  96. Land Rover Range Rover (Topic 5)
  97. Suzuki Vitara (Topic 5)
  98. Mazda MX-5 (Topic 1)
  99. Citroën 2CV (Topic 4)
  100. Ferrari 308 (Topic 4)

Top 100 Table

Rank Name Topic Tagline
1 Toyota Corolla Topic 1 "Over 50 million units sold"
2 Volkswagen Golf Topic 2 "Iconic hatchback with 35 million units sold"
3 Ford F-Series Topic 3 "Over 40 million trucks sold"
4 Volkswagen Beetle Topic 4 "Legendary with 23 million units sold"
5 Honda Civic Topic 1 "A global favorite with 24 million units sold"
6 Volkswagen Passat Topic 2 "Midsize car staple with 30 million units sold"
7 Nissan Sentra Topic 1 "16 million units sold"
8 Toyota RAV4 Topic 5 "13 million units sold in the compact SUV segment"
9 Honda Accord Topic 1 "17 million units sold"
10 Honda CR-V Topic 5 "10 million units sold"
11 Ford Escort Topic 3 "20 million units sold globally"
12 Ford Fiesta Topic 3 "16 million units sold"
13 Toyota Camry Topic 1 "Renowned family sedan with 20 million units sold"
14 Chevrolet Silverado Topic 3 "28 million trucks sold"
15 Nissan Altima Topic 1 "14 million units sold worldwide"
16 Ford Focus Topic 3 "16 million units sold"
17 Volkswagen Polo Topic 2 "20 million units sold"
18 Renault Clio Topic 2 "15 million units sold"
19 Ford Explorer Topic 5 "8 million units sold"
20 Jeep Grand Cherokee Topic 5 "10 million SUVs sold"
21 Fiat 500 Topic 4 "6 million units sold globally"
22 Toyota Hilux Topic 1 "18 million units sold"
23 BMW 3 Series Topic 2 "Luxury leader with 16 million units sold"
24 Ford Mustang Topic 4 "The muscle car king with 10 million sold"
25 Peugeot 206 Topic 2 "10 million units sold"
26 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Topic 2 "Over 12 million units sold"
27 Jeep Wrangler Topic 3 "6 million units sold"
28 Subaru Forester Topic 1 "5 million units sold globally"
29 Nissan Rogue Topic 5 "6 million units sold"
30 Toyota Land Cruiser Topic 5 "10 million sold globally"
31 Renault Megane Topic 2 "7 million units sold"
32 Chevrolet Malibu Topic 3 "8 million units sold"
33 Fiat Panda Topic 2 "7 million units sold"
34 Dodge Ram Topic 3 "12 million trucks sold"
35 Ford Escape Topic 5 "6 million units sold"
36 Nissan X-Trail Topic 5 "7 million units sold"
37 Mazda 3 Topic 1 "7 million units sold across the globe"
38 Hyundai Tucson Topic 5 "7 million units sold"
39 Toyota Yaris Topic 1 "Over 10 million units sold worldwide"
40 Peugeot 208 Topic 2 "8 million units sold"
41 Opel Corsa Topic 2 "A small car hit with 14 million units sold"
42 Mazda CX-5 Topic 1 "6 million units sold"
43 Kia Sportage Topic 5 "6 million sold worldwide"
44 Volvo XC60 Topic 2 "2 million units sold"
45 Hyundai Santa Fe Topic 5 "5 million units sold"
46 Dodge Charger Topic 3 "8 million units sold"
47 Nissan Qashqai Topic 1 "5 million units sold globally"
48 Tesla Model 3 Topic 3 "4 million units sold in record time"
49 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Topic 2 "10 million units sold"
50 Ford Taurus Topic 3 "8 million units sold"
51 Chevrolet Cruze Topic 3 "8 million units sold"
52 Citroën C3 Topic 2 "4 million units sold"
53 Chevrolet Tahoe Topic 5 "5 million units sold"
54 Mini Cooper Topic 4 "5 million units sold"
55 Tesla Model Y Topic 3 "2 million units sold and climbing fast"
56 Volkswagen Tiguan Topic 5 "6 million units sold"
57 Audi A4 Topic 2 "Luxury sedan with 10 million units sold"
58 Jeep Renegade Topic 5 "2 million units sold"
59 Chevrolet Traverse Topic 3 "2 million units sold"
60 Ford Bronco Topic 5 "1 million units sold"
61 Mitsubishi Lancer Topic 1 "7 million units sold"
62 Toyota Prius Topic 1 "The hybrid pioneer with 6 million units sold"
63 Alfa Romeo Giulietta Topic 4 "400,000 units sold"
64 Mitsubishi Outlander Topic 5 "3 million units sold"
65 Porsche 911 Topic 4 "Iconic sports car with 1 million sold"
66 Ford Thunderbird Topic 4 "Over 1 million sold"
67 Renault 4 Topic 4 "Over 8 million units sold"
68 Saab 900 Topic 4 "1 million sold"
69 Peugeot 405 Topic 2 "5 million units sold"
70 Honda Fit (Jazz) Topic 1 "8 million units sold worldwide"
71 Mazda RX-7 Topic 1 "A legend with 800,000 units sold"
72 Lotus Esprit Topic 4 "Only 10,675 sold, but a legend"
73 Audi A6 Topic 2 "7 million units sold"
74 Chevrolet Equinox Topic 3 "5 million units sold"
75 Jaguar E-Type Topic 4 "Over 70,000 sold but culturally massive"
76 Land Rover Defender Topic 4 "Off-road legend with 2 million units sold"
77 Chevrolet Camaro Topic 4 "Muscle car rival with 5 million sold"
78 Porsche Cayenne Topic 5 "Luxury SUV with 1 million units sold"
79 Suzuki Swift Topic 1 "Popular small car, 8 million units sold"
80 Nissan Juke Topic 1 "A crossover standout with 2 million units sold"
81 Lancia Delta Topic 4 "1 million sold"
82 Toyota Sienna Topic 1 "3 million units sold"
83 Chrysler 300 Topic 3 "5 million units sold"
84 Peugeot 508 Topic 2 "Luxury sedan with 2 million units sold"
85 Volkswagen Kombi Topic 4 "A symbol of freedom with 10 million sold"
86 Peugeot 307 Topic 2 "4 million units sold"
87 Toyota C-HR Topic 5 "2 million units sold"
88 Honda Odyssey Topic 1 "4 million units sold"
89 Hyundai Kona Topic 5 "2 million sold"
90 Subaru Impreza Topic 1 "3 million units sold"
91 Honda Element Topic 1 "Over 500,000 units sold"
92 Citroën DS Topic 4 "1.5 million sold"
93 Lexus RX Topic 5 "2 million units sold"
94 Renault Twingo Topic 2 "3 million units sold"
95 Fiat Punto Topic 2 "9 million units sold"
96 Land Rover Range Rover Topic 5 "Over 1 million sold"
97 Suzuki Vitara Topic 5 "5 million sold"
98 Mazda MX-5 Topic 1 "The best-selling roadster, 1 million sold"
99 Citroën 2CV Topic 4 "A French legend with 5 million units sold"
100 Ferrari 308 Topic 4 "Iconic sports car with 12,000 sold"

Conclusion

These 100 cars represent the highest-selling vehicles globally, each a reflection of consumer preference, reliability, and often, affordability. From the humble Toyota Corolla to the powerful Ford F-Series, these cars have dominated markets and continue to leave a lasting impact on the automotive industry.