The Toyota RAV4 was the most stolen vehicle in Canada in 2024, with 2,080 thefts, according to Équité Association’s annual Top 10 list released on 18 November 2025. The Dodge Ram 1500 (2,018) and Honda CR-V (1,911) were second and third. By theft rate, the Toyota Tundra was the most targeted model: 1.52% of insured Tundras were stolen.
Data: Équité Association, “Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles” news release (18 November 2025, 2024 thefts, insured vehicles) and 2025 Auto Theft Trend Report news release (11 February 2026); Statistics Canada, police-reported crime statistics for 2025 (released 22 July 2026), Table 35-10-0177-01. Shares, ratios and “1 in X” figures are our own calculations. Updated 24 October 2026.
Two different sources are used on this page. Équité Association counts thefts of insured vehicles by make and model; Statistics Canada counts police-reported motor vehicle thefts by city and province. The two are not added together or compared directly.
Key facts
- The Toyota RAV4 was Canada’s most stolen vehicle in 2024, with 2,080 thefts (Équité Association, 18 November 2025).
- The Toyota Tundra had the highest theft rate in the Top 10: 1.52% of insured vehicles, or about 1 in 66 (our calculation).
- SUVs made up 5 of the 10 models and about 49% of the 15,716 thefts in the Top 10 (our calculation from Équité data).
- Insurance claims for auto theft were estimated at $900 million in 2025, and auto theft fell 18% nationally year over year (Équité Association, 11 February 2026).
- Police reported 83,652 motor vehicle thefts in Canada in 2025, a rate of 201 per 100,000 people, down 16% (Statistics Canada, 22 July 2026).
- Red Deer had the highest police-reported car theft rate of Canada’s 41 metro areas in 2025: 361 per 100,000.
What are the most stolen cars in Canada?
The most stolen cars in Canada are the Toyota RAV4, Dodge Ram 1500, Honda CR-V, Ford F-150 and Honda Civic, which were the top five models by number of thefts in 2024, according to Équité Association. Équité is a not-for-profit organization that works with Canadian property and casualty insurers to fight insurance fraud and crime.
| Rank (2024) | Make and model | Most often stolen model year | Thefts (2024) | Vehicles insured | Theft rate (% of insured) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toyota RAV4 | 2021 | 2,080 | 554,086 | 0.38% | SUV |
| 2 | Dodge Ram 1500 Series | 2022 | 2,018 | 521,734 | 0.39% | Truck |
| 3 | Honda CR-V | 2020 | 1,911 | 516,262 | 0.37% | SUV |
| 4 | Ford F-150 Series | 2023 | 1,833 | 598,353 | 0.31% | Truck |
| 5 | Honda Civic | 2020 | 1,797 | 683,897 | 0.26% | Car |
| 6 | Jeep Wrangler | 2023 | 1,491 | 144,345 | 1.03% | SUV |
| 7 | Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 Series | 2006 | 1,192 | 599,358 | 0.20% | Truck |
| 8 | Toyota Highlander | 2022 | 1,141 | 127,314 | 0.90% | SUV |
| 9 | Toyota Tundra | 2024 | 1,129 | 74,298 | 1.52% | Truck |
| 10 | Lexus RX Series | 2023 | 1,124 | 98,375 | 1.14% | SUV |
Source: Équité Association, Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles, news release of 18 November 2025 (thefts in 2024 of vehicles insured by its member companies).
The top 10 models accounted for 15,716 insured-vehicle thefts in 2024 (our calculation). Nine of the ten “most often stolen” model years are 2020 or newer; the exception is the 2006 Silverado/Sierra 1500, an older pickup.
Which car has the highest theft rate in Canada?
The Toyota Tundra had the highest theft rate of Canada’s ten most stolen vehicles in 2024: 1,129 of 74,298 insured Tundras were stolen, a rate of 1.52%, according to Équité Association. That is about 1 in 66 insured Tundras (our calculation).
The theft rate is the share of insured vehicles of a model that were stolen in a year. It matters more to an owner than the raw count, because popular models such as the Honda Civic appear on the list partly because there are so many of them on the road.
| Model | Theft rate 2024 (% of insured) | About 1 in … insured vehicles stolen (our calculation) |
|---|---|---|
| Toyota Tundra | 1.52% | 66 |
| Lexus RX Series | 1.14% | 88 |
| Jeep Wrangler | 1.03% | 97 |
| Toyota Highlander | 0.90% | 111 |
| Dodge Ram 1500 Series | 0.39% | 256 |
| Toyota RAV4 | 0.38% | 263 |
| Honda CR-V | 0.37% | 270 |
| Ford F-150 Series | 0.31% | 323 |
| Honda Civic | 0.26% | 385 |
| Chevrolet/GMC Silverado/Sierra 1500 Series | 0.20% | 500 |
By this measure, a Tundra owner faced roughly six times the theft risk of a Honda Civic owner in 2024 (1.52% against 0.26%, our calculation).
Are SUVs or trucks stolen more often?
SUVs were stolen more often than trucks among Canada’s ten most stolen vehicles in 2024: the five SUV models had 7,747 thefts (about 49% of the Top 10), the four pickup trucks 6,172 (about 39%), and the one car, the Honda Civic, 1,797 (about 11%), based on our calculation from Équité Association data.
- Toyota-made vehicles dominate. The RAV4, Highlander, Tundra and Lexus RX (Lexus is Toyota’s luxury brand) together had 5,474 thefts, about 35% of the Top 10 (our calculation).
- Luxury thefts rose. Équité reported a 47.5% increase in thefts of high-value vehicles worth $200,000 or more in 2024.
- Keyless vehicles are targeted. Équité said newer SUVs with keyless security vulnerabilities are prime targets, especially in Quebec and Ontario.
Is car theft going down in Canada?
Car theft is going down in Canada: police-reported motor vehicle thefts fell 16% in 2025 to 83,652, a rate of 201 per 100,000 people, the second yearly decline, according to Statistics Canada. The 2025 rate was about 64% below the 2003 peak.
Insurance data point the same way. Équité Association’s 2025 Auto Theft Trend Report (released 11 February 2026) found that auto theft fell 18% nationally in 2025 compared with 2024, but insurance claims were still an estimated $900 million.
| Region (Équité Association, 2025 vs 2024) | Change in auto thefts | Recovery rate of stolen vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | −18% | n/a |
| Ontario | −22% | 51% |
| Quebec | −25% | 48% |
| Western Canada | −11% | Alberta: 71% |
| Atlantic Canada | −2% | n/a |
Source: Équité Association, 2025 Auto Theft Trend Report news release, 11 February 2026. n/a = not given in the release.
Nearly half of the vehicles stolen in Ontario and Quebec were not recovered, Équité said. It also reported a 72% year-over-year increase in vehicle finance fraud detected at the ports of Montréal and Halifax. For the police side, see our full guide to car theft in Canada.
Which city has the most car thefts in Canada?
Red Deer, Alberta had the highest police-reported motor vehicle theft rate of Canada’s 41 census metropolitan areas (CMAs) in 2025, at 361 per 100,000 people, followed by Winnipeg (355) and Moncton (339), according to Statistics Canada. A census metropolitan area (CMA) is a city and its surrounding commuter communities.
| Metro area (CMA) | Motor vehicle theft rate per 100,000 (2025) | Compared with Canada (our calculation) |
|---|---|---|
| Red Deer | 361 | 1.8× |
| Winnipeg | 355 | 1.8× |
| Moncton | 339 | 1.7× |
| Edmonton | 335 | 1.7× |
| Brantford | 305 | 1.5× |
| Kamloops | 284 | 1.4× |
| Saskatoon | 265 | 1.3× |
| Hamilton | 261 | 1.3× |
| Calgary | 243 | 1.2× |
| Toronto | 238 | 1.2× |
| Canada | 201 | — |
Source: Statistics Canada, Table 35-10-0177-01, 2025 (police-reported incidents per 100,000 people).
Toronto recorded the most vehicles stolen of any metro area, 16,711, but its rate fell 27% in 2025, from 325 to 238 per 100,000. Montréal’s rate fell about 29%, to 197. By province, Saskatchewan (424), Manitoba (352) and Alberta (317) had the highest rates. Local guides: Red Deer crime map, is Winnipeg safe, is Edmonton safe, Toronto car theft by neighbourhood and Ottawa car theft by neighbourhood. The crime rate by province page compares all provinces.
How can I protect a high-risk vehicle?
Owners of high-risk models can lower the chance of theft by combining a visible deterrent with protection against keyless relay attacks, because Équité Association says organized crime targets newer keyless SUVs.
- Block the key signal. Keep key fobs in a signal-blocking pouch or box, away from doors and windows.
- Add a visible lock. A steering-wheel or pedal lock makes a quick theft harder.
- Park smart. Use a locked garage if you have one; otherwise a well-lit spot, with a second vehicle blocking a high-risk one.
- Ask about tracking and immobilizers. Your dealer or insurer can tell you what is approved for your model.
- Check your street. Police maps show recent thefts; see how to check crime in your neighbourhood and our Canada crime map.
Our guide on how to protect your car from theft in Canada has more detail.
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Most stolen cars in Canada FAQ
What is the most stolen car in Canada?
The Toyota RAV4 was the most stolen vehicle in Canada in 2024, with 2,080 thefts of insured vehicles, according to Équité Association’s list released on 18 November 2025.
What is the most stolen truck in Canada?
The Dodge Ram 1500 Series was the most stolen pickup truck in 2024, with 2,018 thefts, second overall. The Toyota Tundra had the highest theft rate of any model in the Top 10, at 1.52% of insured vehicles.
Which cars are least likely to be stolen?
Équité Association publishes only the most stolen models, so there is no official “least stolen” list. Within the Top 10, the Silverado/Sierra 1500 (0.20%) and Honda Civic (0.26%) had the lowest theft rates.
How many cars are stolen in Canada each year?
Police reported 83,652 motor vehicle thefts in Canada in 2025, a rate of 201 per 100,000 people and 16% lower than in 2024, according to Statistics Canada.
How much does car theft cost in Canada?
Équité Association estimated auto theft insurance claims at $900 million in 2025, down from more than $1 billion a year previously.
Related: car theft in Canada · protect your car from theft · Toronto car theft by neighbourhood · crime rate in Canada by city · break-ins in Canada. Sources: Équité Top 10 release, Équité 2025 trend report, Statistics Canada 2025 release. In an emergency call 911.