Are the best cars in the world also the best-selling? When particular models become popular among buyers, the car community tends to think that they are unique — and maybe they are? Otherwise, why would one car model get tens of thousands of sales while another, equally awesome one, only sells in the hundreds? For this reason, automakers are working around the clock to build impressive cars to get buyers’ attention and to rise to the top spot of the best-selling vehicles.
To do this, carmakers introduce new models or upgrade their existing ones to offer better performance, more advanced levels of comfort, and practicality. Most importantly, they try hard to ensure these cars are offered at accessible price points. That said, here are 10 of the best-selling cars worldwide.
10 Chevrolet Silverado – 500,000 Sales
The Silverado is one of the best pickup trucks made in the U.S., trailering behind its biggest competitor — the Ford-F Series. In 2020, the Chevy truck sold over 500,000 units in sheer sales volumes. The Silverado lineup offers legendary capability along with a list of features and powertrains that gets the job perfectly done.
As for its interior, the Silverado presents a spacious and well-refined cabin. The truck provides excellent fuel economy at an accessible price tag; the Chevrolet Silverado wins the heart of American buyers.
9 Honda Accord – 500,000 Sales
In its 10th generation, the Honda Accord is one of the best Japanese cars ever made — an impressive mid-size family sedan that the whole world loves. From safety to fuel economy to performance, the Accord always has something to offer. With seating for five, its interior offers a roomy cabin with quality materials and user-friendly infotainment. Additionally, it comes with a variety of powertrains with good fuel economy.
For these reasons, the Honda Accord continues to shine in the competitive market. Although its sales have taken a fair hit year-on-year, it had an overwhelmingly positive reception last year. With 500,000 sales, it comes second to Toyota Camry as best in its class and among the best-selling on this list.
8 Honda Civic – 560,000 Sales
Over the years, the Honda Civic has become a popular car among drivers from around the world. This is primarily due to its reliability, affordability, and fuel efficiency. Furthermore, its current iterations have improved performance and sportiness with trims such as Civic Type R.
In 2020, the Civic sold 560,000 units and ranked as the sixth best-selling automobile of all time, with over 18 million units sold since its first production. It is one of the longest-running nameplates in the market, and it shows no signs of slowing down.
7 Honda HR-V – 560,000 Sales
While words like subcompact and spacious don’t walk together, the Honda HR-V defies its petite classification with creative packaging. This little subcompact offers a surprising amount of passenger and cargo space. Moreover, its interior boasts a durable cabin with a handful of desirable amenities, including magic seats, passive entry, a sunroof, and several driver safety features.
The HR-V delivers excellent fuel economy and drives with a good sense of balance. As for sales on the global market, this little SUV performs well, with over 560,000 units sold last year.
6 Ford F-150 – 620,000 Sales
The Ford F-150 truck has dominated America’s truck market for ages. The F-150 has remained successful all these years due to its continued improvement in its capability. Whether looking for a basic work truck, a fully loaded luxury cruiser, or a go-anywhere off-roader, the F-150 has trims to meet one’s needs and budget.
The truck also features a hybrid model that produces an impressive fuel economy. Thanks to its blend of practicality, comfort, and affordability, Ford sold over 620,000 F-150 units last year, hence earning a spot in the world’s best-selling vehicles.
5 Toyota Camry – 635,000 Sales
The Toyota Camry continues to be a strong contender in the fading family-sedan segment. Though it performs pretty well, with a compliant ride and proficient handling, it still goes bumper to bumper with the acclaimed Honda Accord. Inside, the family-sedan boasts plenty of passenger and cargo space. Its cabin features an attractive infotainment system alongside plentiful standard driver-assistant amenities.
On top of a range of powertrains that includes a hybrid, the Toyota Camry offers a brilliant fuel economy, making it one of the most economical cars. With over 635,000 units sold in the global market last year, the Camry continues to be popular among U.S. buyers.
4 Nissan Sentra – 705,000 Sales
The Nissan Sentra is the second-smallest sedan in Nissan’s lineup, and it matches its attractive outward appearance with a handsome interior. The car comes with a good fuel economy and an affordable price tag. This small sedan also hosts a variety of well-stocked amenities, including a collection of advanced driver safety and user-friendly infotainment.
Last year, the Nissan Sentra sold over 705,000 units, making a 3% increase over its previous year. There has been a total of 5.1 million Sentra units sold since its introduction. This Nissan sedan comes as a more mature alternative to rivals such as the Camry and the Civic.
3 Honda CR-V – 855,000 Sales
With the rising popularity of SUVs, it is no surprise to see the CR-V on this list. The compact SUV provides impressive versatility and efficiency. Moreover, its interior offers one of the roomiest interiors in its class, with tons of space for passengers and cargo. It also hosts a standard of active safety features and popular tech options to help it compete with rivals in its class.
In 2020, the Honda CR-V sold over 885,000 units, making it one of the best-selling cars in the world’s most popular segment. Although fuel economy holds it back, it’s one of the most efficient vehicles in its class.
2 Toyota RAV4 – 1,070,000 Sales
The Toyota RAV4 is a well-rounded utility vehicle that features a spacious cabin filled with high-end materials. Additionally, this compact SUV provides numerous standard tech features, but those looking for modern amenities such as power-adjustable seats and a push-start button may consider higher trim levels.
Generally, Toyota RAV4 has won the hearts of SUV lovers with its practicality and fuel efficiency, especially with the hybrid model, hence taking the runners-up spot in the list. It sees a healthy 10% increase in sales year-on-year, with units sold last year closing above a million.
1 Toyota Corolla – 1,150,000 Sales
Coming top of the world’s best-selling car two times in a row, the Toyota Corolla is one impressive vehicle that continues to gain style without losing its high levels of comfort and efficiency. Inside, this sedan offers plenty of passenger and cargo space and a refined cabin equipped with standard tech features.
Furthermore, it provides good fuel economy and has an affordable price point. For these reasons, Toyota Corolla has become a popular model, selling over 1.1 million units in 2020.