The Honda CR-V reclaimed the lead as America’s best-selling SUV/crossover in August 2016 and further secured that lead in September, outselling the second-ranked Toyota RAV4 by nearly 2500 units.
U.S. Vehicle Sales By Model – September 2016 YTD
U.S. SUV/Crossover Sales By Model – September 2016 YTD
U.S. sales of the CR-V, RAV4, and Nissan Rogue – the three top-selling utility vehicles in America – grew by 5688 units in September, a substantial year-over-year gain given the gradual decline of the industry as a whole. Indeed, as U.S. auto sales decreased in September 2016, 14 of the 20 most popular SUVs/crossovers in America increased their sales totals.
The Ford Escape, Ford Explorer, Jeep Cherokee, Chevrolet Equinox, Jeep Wrangler, and Honda Pilot did not.
In fact, Jeep, one of only two auto brands built exclusively around SUVs/crossovers, saw total sales fall 3% after improving in 35 consecutive months of year-over-year improvement.
But the SUV/crossover headline is nevertheless clear. If an automaker is going to source U.S. sales growth, this is the sector where it must take place.
Historical monthly and yearly sales figures for any of these best-selling SUVs and crossovers can always be accessed through the dropdown menu at GCBC’s Sales Stats page, and for those not viewing the mobile version of this site, near the top right of this page, as well. Mobile users can now thumb across the table for full-width access. GoodCarBadCar has already published the list of America’s best-selling trucks in September and will shortly publish the list of America’s 20 best-selling cars.
October 2016 • August 2016 • September 2015
|
Rank
|
Best-Selling SUV/Crossover
|
September
2016 |
September
2015 |
%
Change |
2016 YTD |
2015 YTD |
% Change |
|
#1
|
Honda CR-V
|
31,884 | 29,925 | 6.5% | 263,493 | 259,499 | 1.5% |
|
#2
|
Toyota RAV4
|
29,438 | 27,104 | 8.6% | 260,380 | 227,922 | 14.2% |
|
#3
|
Nissan Rogue
|
26,459 | 25,064 | 5.6% | 241,619 | 213,207 | 13.3% |
|
#4
|
Ford Escape
|
25,065 | 28,473 | -12.0% | 234,764 | 233,012 | 0.8% |
|
#5
|
Ford Explorer
|
19,146 | 20,715 | -7.6% | 188,425 | 190,171 | -0.9% |
|
#6
|
Jeep Grand Cherokee
|
18,507 | 15,715 | 17.8% | 153,926 | 141,679 | 8.6% |
|
#7
|
Jeep Cherokee
|
17,995 | 20,484 | -12.2% | 158,346 | 160,341 | -1.2% |
|
#8
|
Subaru Outback
|
16,978 | 15,126 | 12.2% | 126,426 | 108,419 | 16.6% |
|
#9
|
Subaru Forester
|
15,883 | 15,364 | 3.4% | 130,652 | 129,568 | 0.8% |
|
#10
|
Chevrolet Equinox
|
15,261 | 21,537 | -29.1% | 173,736 | 214,042 | -18.8% |
|
#11
|
Toyota Highlander
|
14,937 | 12,310 | 21.3% | 127,045 | 116,760 | 8.8% |
|
#12
|
Jeep Wrangler
|
14,255 | 17,486 | -18.5% | 148,627 | 157,255 | -5.5% |
|
#13
|
Jeep Patriot
|
12,316 | 9280 | 32.7% | 96,039 | 89,666 | 7.1% |
|
#14
|
Dodge Journey
|
12,091 | 11,442 | 5.7% | 77,946 | 82,035 | -5.0% |
|
#15
|
Hyundai Santa Fe
|
11,350 | 10,752 | 5.6% | 98,298 | 88,400 | 11.2% |
|
#16
|
Ford Edge
|
10,322 | 10,262 | 0.6% | 103,076 | 95,709 | 7.7% |
|
#17
|
Chevrolet Tahoe
|
10,051 | 6119 | 64.3% | 70,000 | 64,728 | 8.1% |
|
#18
|
Mazda CX-5
|
9385 | 9107 | 3.1% | 82,439 | 82,013 | 0.5% |
|
#19
|
Honda Pilot
|
9206 | 10,238 | -10.1% | 90,999 | 98,980 | -8.1% |
|
#20
|
Toyota 4Runner
|
9058 | 7506 | 20.7% | 83,298 | 70,902 | 17.5% |
Source: Automakers
The Subaru Outback and XV Crosstrek, formerly ranked with cars, are now eligible for best-selling SUV/crossover status on GCBC.
RECOMMENDED READING
Top 20 Best-Selling SUVs In America – October 2016
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Top 30 Best-Selling Vehicles In America – September 2016
Top 20 Best-Selling Cars In America – September 2016
Top 11 Best-Selling Trucks In America – September 2016