Cars have been a staple of transportation for over a century. There have been thousands of auto manufacturers and car models that have found their way onto the lots of auto dealerships in the USA. Some sold great, like the Ford Model T, and others were flops, like the Ford Edsel.
In this blog, we’ll be discussing the ten best-selling cars of all time based on the number of units sold globally. From compact cars to SUVs, these are the vehicles car dealers have sold to millions of people around the world and most of these cars are still widely popular today.
1 Toyota Corolla
The Toyota Corolla is a compact car that has been in production since 1966. By 1974, it was the best selling car in the world. Then, by 1994, it overtook the Volkswagen Beetle to become the best-selling car of all time, a title it still holds today. It is the best-selling car of all time, with over 44 million units sold globally. The Corolla is known for its reliability, affordability, and fuel efficiency, making it a popular choice for first-time car buyers and budget-conscious consumers. The Corolla is manufactured at Toyota’s facilities in Japan, North America, Europe, and other regions around the world.
2 Volkswagen Golf
The Volkswagen Golf is a compact car that has been in production since 1974. It has sold over 35 million units globally, making it the second-best-selling car of all time. The Golf is known for its sleek design, spacious interior, and advanced technology, making it a popular choice for both city-dwellers and suburbanites. The model is manufactured at Volkswagen’s facilities in Germany and other countries.
3 Ford F-Series
The Ford F-Series is a series of full-size pickup trucks that have been in production since 1948. It is the third-best-selling car of all time, with over 33 million units sold globally. The F-Series is manufactured at Ford’s facilities in the United States and Canada.
4 Honda Civic
The Honda Civic is a compact car that has been in production since 1972. It is the fourth-best-selling car of all time, with over 23 million units sold globally. The Civic is known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and sporty design, making it a popular choice for young drivers and commuters. The Civic is manufactured at Honda’s facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
5 Ford Escort
The Ford Escort is a compact car that was produced from 1968 to 2003. It is the fifth-best-selling car of all time, with over 20 million units sold globally. The Escort was known for its affordability, fuel efficiency, and practicality, making it a popular choice for budget-conscious consumers. The Escort was manufactured at Ford’s facilities in Europe, North America, and South America.
6 Volkswagen Beetle
Volkswagen Beetle was the best-selling car of all time from the late 1950s until 1974.
The Volkswagen Beetle is a compact car that was produced from 1938 to 2003. It is the sixth-best-selling car of all time, with over 20 million units sold globally. The Beetle is known for its quirky design, spacious interior, and affordability, making it a popular choice for budget-conscious consumers and young drivers. The Beetle was manufactured at Volkswagen’s facilities in Germany and other countries.
7 Honda Accord
The Honda Accord is a mid-size car that has been in production since 1976. It is the seventh-best-selling car of all time, with over 18 million units sold globally. The Accord is known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and spacious interior, making it a popular choice for families and young professionals. The Accord is manufactured at Honda’s facilities in North America, Europe, and Asia.
8 Chevrolet Impala
The Chevrolet Impala is a full-size car that was introduced to the world at the 1956 GM Motorama Show. When the Chevrolet Impala was made available to the public in 1958, General Motors had a huge success on its hands. It is the eighth-best-selling car of all time, with over 16 million units sold globally. The Impala is known for its spacious interior, comfort, and performance, making it a popular choice for families and young professionals. The Impala is manufactured at General Motors facilities in the United States and Canada.
9 Toyota Camry
The Toyota Camry is a mid-size car that has been in production since 1982. It is the ninth-best-selling car of all time, with over 14 million units sold globally. The Camry is known for its reliability, fuel efficiency, and spacious interior, making it a popular choice for families and young professionals. The Camry is manufactured at Toyota’s facilities in North America, Japan, and other regions around the world.
10 Ford Model T
The Ford Model T was a compact car that was produced from 1908 to 1927. It is the tenth-best-selling car of all time, with over 15 million units sold globally. The Model T is known for being the first affordable automobile and for revolutionizing the automotive industry with its assembly line production. The Model T was manufactured at Ford’s facilities in the United States and Canada. When adjusted for population and market size, the Model T is actually the best-selling car of all time.
These ten cars have set the standard. These are not the fanciest or fastest cars. But, these are the cars that auto dealers in the USA and all over the world have been able to reliably sell. And, several cars were on the list of best selling cars in 2022 and will be again in 2024. With how quickly our modern car and transportation needs are changing, and the push towards electric vehicles, it is likely that all 10 of the cars on this list will keep their spots for the foreseeable future.
