The automotive industry is one of the fastest growing industries in the world with new innovations coming every day, and with the recent few decades, the automotive industry has also become one of the most expensive investments that a consumer can make.
Because most new vehicles are almost as much as a mortgage used to be, there is an instructor value that has made cars a notable target for thieves. Even as automakers introduce new technologies to try and deter car thefts, the thieves always manage to find new ways to seize rides, this has created a void in the automotive industry because some makes and models are stolen far more than others. The Acura Integra, for example, is one of the most stolen car models ever made and this is because the car is a notable star in the aftermarket turner scene.
Also stolen a lot is the Honda Civic, which has been on top of the most stolen list for almost a decade. No matter how much these cars innovate, it just makes them more of a target. Then you have some car brands that are not even on the radar of car thieves, and thus the fear of being stolen is minimized at best. Either these cars are not worth the risk or they simply do not warrant the price of stealing, but it is interesting to see what cars are most stolen these days.
25 Honda Civic
Lauded as one of the most popular production vehicles ever made, the Honda Civic also has a dark past which includes being one of the most stolen cars. The Honda Civic is a great value for anyone who wants a comfortable and reliable car with lots of room.
However, with the Civic comes a good amount of risk because the car is targeted by thieves for its easy to sell parts and even easier method of theft. The Honda Civic has come a long way in terms of Anti-Theft technology, but the car still remains on the most stolen list according to Forbes Magazine.
24 Toyota Camry
Another notable car featured on the most stolen list is another family sedan from Japan, which is the Toyota Camry. The Toyota Camry has been the target of thieves for a long time, most notably because the car is one of the hottest selling vehicles that there is.
The Toyota Camry also has been a target of thieves because of an influx of new models that have hit the market, including the sports model which features a much more expensive set of parts that make the car a target.
23 Honda Accord
One of the most popular family sedans on the planet, the reliable and easy to fix Honda Accord has also been one of the most stolen models as well. The Honda Accord is one of the most stolen cars on the road and for quite some time.
In its time period, the car has also been one of the most popular selling sedans of all-time. The newer models have introduced new theft deterrent software, which might help elevate the Accord off of this list in the near future.
22 Toyota Corolla
When it comes to the Toyota Corolla, the model has come a long way over the past few decades. However, the model has also been one of the most stolen compact cars on the market according to Forbes Magazine’s recent most stolen list.
The Toyota Corolla is one of the most popular and well-known sedans to have ever been sold on the compact car market, and although the car is one of the most well-known models on the road, the fact that it is prone to be stolen can be an issue for some consumers.
21 Chevrolet Camaro
Long been one of the most popular sports cars on the planet, the Chevrolet Camaro is a blend of sports and excitement that hasn’t been seen on a sports car of this caliber as of yet.
Not to mention the fact that the Camaro features one of the most notable designs that have been seen on a sports car. This creates a winning combination of fun and excitement that hadn’t been seen before, to say the least.
The Chevrolet Camaro is also notable for being one of the most stolen cars in the country, this is a problem when you spend so much on the vehicle.
20 Ram Pickup
One of the more surprising vehicles on this list is the Ram Pickup, which was featured in Forbes Magazine's list of most stolen vehicles in the U.S. The Ram Pickup which was formerly known as the Dodge Ram for decades, is one of the most popular full-size pickup trucks on the market. It's sad to see that the model has been such a target for thieves.
The Ram Pickup offers a lot of innovative features such as the built-in cargo box, which is a unique feature for the domestic pickup truck.
19 Ford Pickup - Full Size
Ford Motor Company has been producing pickup trucks for decades, and the F-Series has been one of the most popular models to have ever been sold. Being such a popular model, the F-Series has been the target for thieves, and many of the most notable models such as the F-150 are known for being a target of automotive theft according to Forbes Magazine.
The Ford Pickup - Full Size is also notable for being the first full-size pickup truck that was designed using aluminum.
18 Chevrolet Malibu
Another notable vehicle that is featured on the most stolen list in Forbes Magazine is the Chevrolet Malibu. It has long been one of the most popular selling family sedans to come out of a GM showroom.
The Chevrolet Malibu also features OnStar, so it is interesting to see what makes the car such a target and what makes it so easily accessible to thieves. If you are in the market for a Chevrolet Malibu it is important to look into security before you purchase, as you want your vehicle protected by a good anti-theft device.
17 Ford Fusion
When it comes to the popular Ford family sedan, the Fusion, according to Forbes Magazine the model has been a target of car thieves. Recently the model has been redesigned to the current vehicle that you see now. Although the vehicle is an excellent choice for growing families, the fact that it is on the most stolen list makes the car a target for thieves in many aspects.
Although the Ford Fusion is lower on the list of stolen cars than say a Honda Accord, the model is still a target and that is worth thinking about when considering the Fusion.
16 Dodge Journey
One of the oldest cars that are still in production, originally released in 2009 the Dodge Journey is about as updated as a box of rocks. That translates into the car being easier to steal as well. This makes the Journey a vehicle that is worth looking into before you take the plunge and go purchase one.
The Dodge Journey is a good value because dealers have slashed their prices over the last year, but in the long run, the car is still susceptible to being stolen which creates a problem for most buyers.
15 Chevrolet Impala
The Chevrolet Impala in its current form has long been the favorite of families who are looking for a stellar sedan, and a value that won’t set them back as much as a Honda Accord or a Toyota Camry.
Sadly, the Impala like many domestic vehicles has also been on the Forbes list as one of the most stolen cars in the U.S. - which doesn’t bold well for consumers. Perhaps before grabbing an Impala, it would be prudent to look into what the vehicle ranks in terms of theft, as the car has been on the Forbes most stolen list.
14 Hyundai Accent
One of the most popular and best selling Hyundai models on the market, the Hyundai Accent has evolved a lot over the last few years. Although the Hyundai Accent is a serious value for anyone who wants a compact sedan on a budget, the car is notable for being one of the most stolen vehicles on the market right now. T
hat doesn’t bold well for consumers at all. The Hyundai Accent is still a good value if you know what you are getting into, and when it comes to a vehicle that is prone to get stolen, it is worth it to research.
13 Nissan Versa
The Nissan Versa is actually one of the newest Nissan nameplates to come onto the market, offering a more compact and affordable design than the stablemate Sentra. The Nissan Versa is a great car with a good amount of features, but according to Forbes, the car is very much prone to being stolen and that is a problem for most consumers.
The Nissan Versa has not changed much over the past few years. When a car is not constantly updated thieves will become adapt to stealing much quicker.
12 Chevrolet Cruze
The Chevrolet Cruze was the replacement for the Chevrolet Cobalt, and the new compact car has managed to make a name for itself in terms of sales and satisfied customers. Still, the Chevrolet Cruze is notable for being featured on the Forbes most stolen cars list. That is sad because the car is an otherwise great performer in many aspects.
It would be interesting to note that the Chevrolet Cruze does come with Onstar, which allows the vehicle to be tracked using satellite and thus can deter the theft from a far.
11 Ford Explorer
The notable Ford Explorer has long been the SUV of choice for consumers who want a stylish and rugged way to lug their families around. Wrapped in style and a new choice of engines, the Explorer has come a long way in recent years, but the vehicle has also been plagued by the notion that it is one of the most stolen cars in the U.S.
This would make sense because the Ford Explorer is one of the best selling SUV models ever. This has made the SUV a target for thieves who can make income by selling the parts.
10 Ford Escape
The Ford Escape is the smallest SUV in the Ford lineup since 2001. The model continues to get high rankings for interior quality and volume, but when it comes down to being a target for thieves, the Ford Escape is also on the top of the list.
What makes this car so prone to theft? Well, it could be that the Ford Escape is one of the best selling small SUV models of all-time, and thus parts are extremely common and easy to sell. Nevertheless, if you are in the market for a Ford Escape, it might be worth it to do some research.
9 Dodge Charger
When the Dodge Charger burst onto the scene, the model was quite a popular choice for just about anyone who wanted a large family sedan that was a blast to drive. Powered by an optional Hemi V8, the Dodge Charger is the muscle car of the sedan market and the consumers have responded quite well to the large and powerful sedan.
The Dodge Charger is also prone to theft, which has created a thorn in the side of many consumers who would have otherwise chosen a lesser stolen model.
8 Jeep Grand Cherokee
The SUV that became insanely popular during the nineties, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has etched a name for itself into the automotive history books. The model which is known for combining the aspects of a Jeep and the luxury aspects of a much more expensive car has also found itself the victim of vehicle thefts.
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is among one of the most stolen SUVs on the market. It would appear that thieves like targeting the model due to its ease of theft and mass-availability of parts.
7 Nissan Rogue
The little Nissan SUV that has been on the market for quite some time now, it has been enticing consumers with its stellar looks and one of a kind appearance for years, and thus the Nissan Rogue has also been the target of car thieves.
Like many car models from Japan that are frequently stolen, the Nissan Rogue is a great value for consumers who want a lightweight crossover SUV with a good deal of standard features. But, the Nissan Rogue is one of the most stolen crossover SUV models according to Forbes Magazine.
6 Nissan Sentra
Another surprising entry on the most stolen cars list according to Forbes Magazine is the Nissan Sentra, which is the main compact car that has been sold by Nissan Motor Corporation since the eighties. The Nissan Sentra according to Forbes Magazine is one of the most stolen cars in the U.S. market, rivaling that of the Honda Civic which has been on the most stolen cars list for over ten years now.
The Nissan Sentra has introduced many new security features over the last few decades, although these advances have not seemed to have taken hold yet.