Top 10 most stolen cars in Canada for 2025
By: Aya Alhakim on November 18, 2025
Quick takeaway:
- The Toyota RAV4 is now Canada’s most stolen vehicle, reflecting a shift in theft trends towards high-demand SUVs.
- Organized crime groups target vehicles for international resale or parts, with luxury models and keyless SUVs being prime targets.
- Auto thefts fell 19% nationwide in 2024, thanks to coordinated efforts like stronger border security and enhanced law enforcement.
Even with thefts trending downward, auto crime remains a billion-dollar problem in Canada. Insurance claims tied to stolen vehicles topped $1 billion last year, as organized crime networks continue to exploit technology to target keyless SUVs.
According to Équité Association, the Toyota RAV4 now ranks as the country’s most stolen vehicle, skipping five places and surpassing the previous most stolen car model, the Toyota Highlander. This suggests that thieves are shifting tactics when it comes to the cars they target.
Criminals are increasingly focusing on high-demand SUVs and luxury models with security vulnerabilities, aiming for bigger payouts as enforcement tightens.
There’s good news, however. The report shows thefts fell 19% nationwide in the first half of this year, with Ontario and Quebec seeing the sharpest drops—25.9% and 22.2%, respectively.
In this article:
What are the top 10 most stolen vehicles in Canada?
Criminals are stealing smarter. Organized crime networks are targeting vehicles that are easy to move across borders or strip for parts, especially in Quebec and Ontario, with SUVs leading the pack.
According to the Équité Association, these were the most stolen vehicles across Canada in 2024:
Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles of 2024- Ranked by Number of Thefts
Rank | Make/Model | Highest Theft Rate Model Year | Theft Rate (%) | # of Vehicles Insured | # of Thefts | Type |
1 | Lexus TX Series | 2024 | 14.89% | 967 | 144 | SUV |
2 | Toyota Grand Highlander | 2024 | 4.29% | 5,456 | 234 | SUV |
3 | Land Rover Defender Series | 2022 | 2.95% | 4,203 | 124 | SUV |
4 | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 2020 | 2.73% | 3,511 | 96 | SUV |
5 | Land Rover Range Rover | 2019 | 2.44% | 34,866 | 851 | SUV |
6 | Lexus GX Series | 2024 | 1.88% | 4,524 | 85 | SUV |
7 | Acura TLX | 2022 | 1.78% | 23,676 | 422 | Car |
8 | Jaguar F-Pace | 2024 | 1.60% | 8,794 | 141 | SUV |
9 | Toyota Tundra | 2023 | 1.52% | 74,298 | 1,129 | Truck |
10 | Jeep Gladiator | 2023 | 1.45% | 11,613 | 168 | Truck |
Source: Équité Association, November 2025
Luxury cars see a surge in frequency rate
As enforcement ramps up, organized crime groups are chasing bigger payouts per car. Theft of vehicles worth $200,000 and more increased by 47.5% in 2024 from 2023.
Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Canada - Ranked by Theft Frequency
Rank | Make/Model | Highest Theft Rate Model Year | Theft Rate (%) | # of Vehicles Insured | # of Thefts | Type |
1 | Lexus TX Series | 2024 | 14.89% | 967 | 144 | SUV |
2 | Toyota Grand Highlander | 2024 | 4.29% | 5,456 | 234 | SUV |
3 | Land Rover Defender Series | 2022 | 2.95% | 4,203 | 124 | SUV |
4 | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 2020 | 2.73% | 3,511 | 96 | SUV |
5 | Land Rover Range Rover | 2019 | 2.44% | 34,866 | 851 | SUV |
6 | Lexus GX Series | 2024 | 1.88% | 4,524 | 85 | SUV |
7 | Acura TLX | 2022 | 1.78% | 23,676 | 422 | Car |
8 | Jaguar F-Pace | 2024 | 1.60% | 8,794 | 141 | SUV |
9 | Toyota Tundra | 2023 | 1.52% | 74,298 | 1,129 | Truck |
10 | Jeep Gladiator | 2023 | 1.45% | 11,613 | 168 | Truck |
Source: Équité Association, November 2025
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Why the Toyota RAV4?
The Toyota RAV4’s climb to the top of Canada’s most-stolen list marks a shift in auto theft trends. In 2024 alone, thieves made off with more than 2,000 of these popular SUVs nationwide, according to Équité.
Several factors make the RAV4 a prime target for thieves:
- High demand: As one of Canada’s best-selling vehicles, the RAV4 commands strong demand for both complete vehicles and individual parts.
- Global serviceability: Sold in markets around the world, the RAV4 is easy to move across borders, making it ideal for international resale or dismantling for parts.
- Keyless vulnerability: Like many modern SUVs, newer RAV4 models feature keyless entry systems that are susceptible to “relay attacks.” Using electronic devices, thieves can capture the signal from a key fob—even from inside a home—and unlock and start the vehicle in seconds.
Bryan Gast, National VP of Investigative Services at Équité Association, says the trend reflects a broader shift in criminal tactics.
“We're seeing a shift towards stolen vehicles being re-VINed for sale or disassembled in illegal chop shops and sold for parts,” Gast explains in a press release. With vehicle maintenance costs rising, he adds, the demand for black-market parts is only expected to grow.
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Top 10 most stolen vehicles in Ontario for 2025
Ontario continues to grapple with auto theft despite recent declines in reported incidents. In 2024, for example, the Toronto Police Service recorded 9,616 auto thefts, a 22% drop from the 12,302 incidents reported in 2023,. However, auto theft remains a lucrative and persistent issue.
According to Équité, the following vehicles topped the list of most stolen models in Ontario in 2024:
While the Honda CR-V led in overall thefts, the 2024 Lexus TX Series saw the highest theft rate, with roughly one in four were stolen. The trend shows the appeal of luxury SUVs and popular imports from Honda, Toyota, and Lexus, prized for reliability and resale value.
Top 10 most stolen vehicles of 2024 in Ontario by number of thefts
Rank | Make/Model | Most Often Stolen Model Year | # of Vehicles Insured | # of Thefts | Theft Rate (%) | Type |
1 | Honda CR-V | 2024 | 253,851 | 1,309 | 0.52% | SUV |
2 | Dodge Ram 1500 Series | 2022 | 202,940 | 1,159 | 0.57% | Truck |
3 | Honda Civic | 2019 | 318,579 | 1,113 | 0.35% | Car |
4 | Jeep Wrangler | 2023 | 68,196 | 1,094 | 1.60% | SUV |
5 | Ford F150 Series | 2023 | 215,532 | 1,093 | 0.51% | Truck |
6 | Toyota Tundra | 2024 | 27,130 | 987 | 3.64% | Truck |
7 | Lexus RX Series | 2023 | 59,825 | 966 | 1.62% | SUV |
8 | Toyota RAV4 | 2021 | 249,253 | 904 | 0.36% | SUV |
9 | Toyota Highlander | 2022 | 64,808 | 815 | 1.26% | SUV |
10 | Land Rover Range Rover Series | 2019 | 20,341 | 708 | 3.48% | SUV |
Source: Équité Association, November 2025
Top 10 most stolen vehicles in Ontario by theft frequency
Rank | Make/Model | Highest Theft Rate Model Year | Theft Rate (%) | # of Vehicles Insured | # of Thefts | Type |
1 | Lexus TX Series | 2024 | 23.75% | 598 | 142 | SUV |
2 | Toyota Grand Highlander | 2024 | 7.69% | 2,927 | 225 | SUV |
3 | Land Rover Defender Series | 2023 | 4.39% | 2,459 | 108 | SUV |
4 | Mercedes-Benz G-Class | 2020 | 3.99% | 2,232 | 89 | SUV |
5 | Toyota Tundra | 2024 | 3.64% | 27,130 | 987 | Truck |
6 | Land Rover Range Rover | 2019 | 3.48% | 20,341 | 708 | SUV |
7 | Lexus GX Series | 2024 | 2.94% | 2,244 | 66 | SUV |
8 | Toyota Sequoia | 2024 | 2.84% | 2,111 | 60 | SUV |
9 | Acura TLX | 2022 | 2.78% | 13,327 | 371 | Car |
10 | Jaguar F-Pace | 2024 | 2.48% | 4,955 | 123 | SUV |
Source: Équité Association, November 2025
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How are the government and police responding?
In response to persistent auto theft incidents across the country, governments and police forces have rolled out a coordinated national strategy, and early signs suggest it’s working.
As of March 2025, Public Safety Canada reports that efforts under the National Action Plan on Combatting Auto Theft helped drive a nearly 20% drop in thefts nationwide in 2024.
The National Action Plan on Combatting Auto Theft unites federal, provincial, and municipal agencies with industry partners to fight against auto theft.
Key actions include:
- Stronger border security: Ottawa has invested $28 million to boost the Canada Border Services Agency’s ability to search shipping containers for stolen vehicles. In 2024, CBSA intercepted 2,277 stolen vehicles, a 25% increase from the previous year, thanks to expanded operations at ports and railyards.
- Bolstered law enforcement: Another $15 million is funding integrated task forces, better intelligence sharing, and enhanced tracking tools to disrupt theft rings.
- Global cooperation: Canada has joined INTERPOL’s Project Drive Out, improving cross-border intelligence to track vehicles shipped overseas.
- Legislative and tech updates: Ottawa is reviewing anti-theft standards for new vehicles, cracking down on radio devices used by thieves, and considering Criminal Code amendments for tougher bail and sentencing in organized crime cases.
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Practical ways to secure your vehicle
While adding comprehensive coverage to your existing policy is your best bet to recuperate losses from car theft, you can take several proactive measures to protect yourself from theft in the first place:
- Key fob security: Keep your key fob in a Faraday bag to prevent signal boosting attacks.
- Physical deterrents: Use steering wheel locks and tire locks to make your vehicle less attractive to thieves.
- Install GPS tracking devices: These systems can help authorities locate stolen vehicles more efficiently.
- Park in more secure locations: Park in well-lit, populated areas whenever possible, and consider home security systems to monitor your vehicle.
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