The Most Sought-After Car Models in America Last Year That Weren't Pickup Trucks Included...

When it comes to vehicle sales in the United States, pickup trucks have long dominated the charts. Of the top-ten best-selling models in 2024, almost half of them were pickups, headed up by the evergreen Ford F-Series. We just can't get enough of these big, practical trucks with their go-anywhere attitude, while the latest premium top-end trucks costing six figures make a convincing luxury conveyance. Do most people need them? Probably not, but who are we to judge? This is America, buy what you want.

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Base MSRP
Base Trim Engine
2.5L Dynamic Force I4 ICE
Base Trim Horsepower
203 HP @6600 RPM
Base Trim Torque
184 lb.-ft. @ 5000 RPM
Base Trim Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)
27/35/30 MPG

While pickup trucks reign supreme in the automotive market, there are numerous other vehicles that captured the attention of American buyers in 2024, particularly crossovers and sedans. These reliable and budget-friendly choices consistently attract consumers, and we've sifted through the sea of pickups to create a list of the top-selling models that lack a truck bed.

This ranking showcases the top ten non-pickup vehicles sold in the United States, measured by total units sold in 2024. All specifications mentioned pertain to the 2025 models, unless noted differently.

10 Hyundai Tucson

Total Units Sold: 206,126

Model

Gas

Hybrid

PHEV

Engine

2.5L NA I4

1.6L turbo I4 hybrid

1.6L turbo I4 plug-in hybrid

Horsepower

187 hp

226 hp

261 hp

Torque

178 lb-ft

258 lb-ft

258 lb-ft

Drivetrain

FWD (AWD optional)

AWD

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

(FWD) 25/32/28 mpg

38/38/38 mpg

80 MPGe, 35 mpg combined 33-mile electric range

The first model to make it on this list is the Hyundai Tucson, which sold a little over 200,000 units in 2024. This should come as no surprise to anyone, because the South Korean automaker's models have seen a serious upgrades in terms of looks, performance, and quality. You can even grab one with three different powertrains, with the gas model coming in under $30,000, and the hybrid starting just a bit above. The value has been enough to convince buyers, and we look forward to seeing if Hyundai can continue to increase the crossover's appeal.

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9 Chevrolet Equinox

Total Units Sold: 207,730

Engine

1.5L turbo I4

Horsepower

175 hp

Torque

203 lb-ft

Drivetrain

FWD (AWD optional)

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

26/28/27 mpg

Second on the list is one of the few American models, the Chevrolet Equinox, which enjoyed a pretty good sales year thanks to 207,730 units moved. The Equinox has always been a favorite, but we've found it to be lacking compared to its rivals these past few years. Chevrolet thought so too, which is why, for 2025, the model has received a comprehensive upgrade that puts it right up there with the rest of the pack in terms of looks and quality, but we're still waiting for a hybrid version at some point. We have a feeling 2025 is going to be a good sales year for the model too.

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The latest Equinox is a capable crossover, yet there's a key element lacking in the range that needs to be introduced promptly.

8 Jeep Grand Cherokee

Total Units Sold: 216,148

Model

Gas

PHEV

Engine

3.6L NA V6

2.0L turbo I4 plug-in hybrid

Horsepower

293 hp

375 hp

Torque

260 lb-ft

470 lb-ft

Drivetrain

RWD (AWD optional)

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

19/26/22 mpg

56 MPGe, 23 mpg combined 26-mile electric range

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has built a reputation for itself over the years as a comfortable mid-size SUV in your daily life that can switch to a respectable off-road rig in a cinch. The model has only become more capable as the years have worn on, with the introduction of Rubicon and the plug-in hybrid 4xe trim too. Many, including us, are sad to see the 5.7-liter V8 kicked to the curb for 2025, however, and we're interested in seeing how this affects sales in the new year, if at all.

7 Toyota Corolla

Total Units Sold: 232,908

Model

Gas

Hybrid

GR Corolla

Engine

1.8L NA I4

1.8L NA I4 hybrid

1.6L turbo I3

Horsepower

139 hp

138 hp

300 hp

Torque

126 lb-ft

105 lb-ft

295 lb-ft

Drivetrain

FWD

FWD (AWD optional)

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

32/41/35 mpg

50/43/47 mpg

21/28/24 mpg (manual)

As the best-selling nameplate of all time, it shouldn't come as any surprise that the Corolla has once again made it on this list. The car hits all the right notes: it's affordable, reliable, fuel-efficient, and well-equipped. The model has gotten more attractive over the years too, and with the introduction of highly-fuel efficient hybrid and absolutely bonkers GR Corolla versions, there's just about a Toyota Corolla for everyone. Now if Toyota could only give it the hybrid system out of the Prius, then it would really be onto something.

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How does increased torque along with an optional automatic transmission sound? A recently leaked dealer memo suggests that this could be precisely what we can expect.

6 Honda Civic

Total Units Sold: 242,005

Model

Gas

Hybrid

Si

Type R

Engine

2.0L NA I4

2.0L NA I4 hybrid

1.5L turbo I4

2.0L turbo I4

Horsepower

150 hp

200 hp

200 hp

315 hp

Torque

133 lb-ft

232 lb-ft

192 lb-ft

310 lb-ft

Drivetrain

FWD

FWD

FWD

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

32/41/36 mpg

50/47/49 mpg

27/37/31 mpg

26/36/29 mpg (manual)

Another expected winner is the Honda Civic, which managed to upstage the Corolla with 10,000 more sales in the US last year. Honda has done an incredible job with the Civic, as it's everything you want an entry-level model to be and more, with sleek styling, a comfortable ride, and Honda's famous reliability. The advanced hybrid system offers uncommon driving fun, and may have the best fuel economy, but it also has a healthy amount of power in a vehicle this small. The Si gives buyers a cheap way to get a fun car with a manual, and the Type R may just be the best performance vehicle on the market that's also usable in your daily life. Add all this together, and it's no surprise it was a hot seller.

5 Nissan Rogue

Total Units Sold: 245,724

Engine

1.5L turbo I3

Horsepower

201 hp

Torque

225 lb-ft

Drivetrain

FWD (AWD optional)

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

(FWD) 30/37/33 mpg

The Nissan Rogue has always played second fiddle to many of its Japanese counterparts, but that doesn't mean it isn't a hot seller. Nissan's compact crossover received a healthy update for 2024, that gave the model a nice facelift inside and out. Performance was left untouched, which is fine given it makes a solid 201 horsepower and manages to return 33 mpg combined. The company hopes to keep the model's momentum going into 2025, but we'll have to see if additions like the new Rock Creek trim are enough to continue to sway buyers.

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Nissan faced significant challenges in 2024, experiencing unprecedented low sales that led to equally unprecedented pricing. As they engage in merger discussions with Honda, the question remains: will this downward trend persist?

4 Toyota Camry

Total Sales: 309,876 Units

Engine

2.5L I4 Hybrid

Horsepower

235-232 hp

Total Torque

TBC

Drivetrain

FWD (AWD optional)

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

53/50/51 mpg (FWD)

Few cars have the reputation the Toyota Camry does. It might as well be the face of sensible, affordable vehicles, because it's never lost sight of achieving that goal in over 30 years on sale. This is why its success in 2024 comes as no surprise, despite getting a redesign halfway through. For the first time, the car is hybrid-only, meaning Toyota has the utmost faith in its hybrid technology to the point it has entrusted one of its most important models to it. To us, it was a resounding success, as it was the recipient of the first CarBuzzCar Of The Year Award, and another reason Toyota may have its cards in the right places.

3 Honda CR-V

Units Sold: 402,791

Model

Gas

Hybrid

Engine

1.5L turbo I4

2.0L NA I4 hybrid

Horsepower

190 hp

204 hp

Torque

179 lb-ft

247 lb-ft

Drivetrain

FWD (AWD optional)

FWD (AWD optional)

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

(FWD) 28/34/30 mpg

(FWD) 43/36/40 mpg

The Honda CR-V is the first of three vehicles at the top of this list, and as should come as no surprise, they're all crossovers. The CR-V, like many other vehicles on this list, has remained a bestseller thanks to careful and methodical updates over the years that have improved the formula without drastically changing the recipe. The newest generation is the best-looking one in years, particularly on the upper trims, and you now have the option of a respectable turbocharged powertrain or a more capable hybrid powertrain (like many others on this list). While not as cheap as it used to be, you can be sure it's worth the money, as you'll likely be holding onto it for years to come.

2 Tesla Model Y

Estimated Units Sold: 405,900

Model

RWD

AWD

Performance AWD

Motors

Single rear motor

Dual-motor AWD

Dual-motor AWD

Horsepower

295 hp

425 hp

455 hp

Torque

309 lb-ft

475 lb-ft

487 lb-ft

Max Range

337 miles

311 miles

277 miles

Yes, once again, Tesla's entry-level crossover has made it to near the very top of the list, and we don't see it giving up the spot anytime soon. By now you may know that Tesla loves to combine sales figures for its vehicles, so the industry has to use its best judgment to determine just how many of a certain model the brand has sold, but even being conservative, the Model Y is extremely popular. We can't say we're surprised, as it continues to be one of the best EVs on the market, but we'll have to see if the upcoming Juniper update helps it keep up the momentum that saw it become the best-selling vehicle in the world in 2023.

1 Toyota RAV4

Total Units Sold: 475,193

Model

Gas

Hybrid

PHEV

Engine

2.5L NA I4

2.5L NA I4 hybrid

2.5L NA I4 PHEV

Horsepower

203 hp

219 hp

302 hp

Torque

184 lb-ft

163 lb-ft

TBC

Drivetrain

FWD (AWD optional)

AWD

AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)

27/35/30 mpg

41/38/39 mpg

94 MPGe, 38 combined 42-mile electric range

The best-selling non-pickup truck in the US is none other than the Toyota RAV4, once again proving that reliability and a good reputation are key factors in sales. This is rather interesting, because the current generation of Toyota's compact crossover is anything but new, having first debuted in 2019. Thanks to meaningful updates, however, and the addition of more trims and powertrains, customers continue to flock to the model because they know they'll be buying a quality vehicle. A successor is years away still, so we'll have to see how long it can keep up this momentum.

Sources: Toyota , Tesla , Honda , Nissan , Jeep , Chevrolet , Hyundai , Good Car Bad Car.