Honda CR-V tops Canada's most-stolen vehicles list for 2025 as thefts fall 18 per cent

TORONTO — A new report has revealed the list of the most stolen vehicles in Canada in 2025. The Honda CR-V returned to first place, ahead of several popular models that are in wide demand in the Canadian market.

According to data released by Équité Association on Tuesday, Nov. 10, the Honda CR-V recorded about 2,137 thefts across the country last year. It returns to the top spot after also ranking first in 2021 and 2022.

The report comes as the association warns that organized crime networks remain active, despite an 18 per cent drop in total vehicle thefts in Canada compared with 2024.

The 10 most stolen vehicles in Canada

The association's data showed that SUVs and pickup trucks remain primary targets for thieves, along with some widely owned passenger cars.

The following is the ranking of the most stolen models in 2025, based on the number of recorded incidents:

Rank
Vehicle
Number of thefts

1
Honda CR-V
2,137

2
Honda Civic
1,813

3
Toyota RAV4
1,147

4
Ram 1500
1,072

5
Ford F-150
1,057

6
Lexus RX
964

7
Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra 1500
927

8
Toyota Tundra
787

9
Jeep Wrangler
603

10
Hyundai Elantra
484

These figures reflect the number of recorded thefts for each model. They do not necessarily mean the top vehicles face the highest individual likelihood of being stolen, because the number of vehicles on the road varies widely by model.

Lexus TX has highest relative theft rate

When the theft rate is calculated against the number of insured vehicles, the results change significantly.

The Lexus TX topped the list of highest theft rates at 11.37 per cent, followed by the Toyota Land Cruiser at 11.32 per cent.

The Toyota Grand Highlander was third at 4.77 per cent, while the Toyota Sequoia recorded about 1.53 per cent.

This ranking reflects the level of risk for less common models, rather than relying on the total number of thefts alone.

The association says gangs target some luxury vehicles because of their high value and the possibility of reselling them in Canada or abroad.

Thefts down 18 per cent, but risk remains

Despite these models topping the list, Canada saw a notable improvement in combating vehicle theft in 2025.

According to an earlier report from the association, the number of stolen personal vehicles fell to 46,999, a year-over-year decline of 18 per cent.

However, losses linked to vehicle theft remained high, with insurance claim costs estimated at about $900 million a year.

The recovery rate for stolen vehicles also rose from 58 per cent in 2024 to 59 per cent in 2025, which points to a limited improvement in recovery efforts.

The association says these results do not mean the problem is over, because criminal groups continue to develop their methods to get around security systems.

How do thieves steal modern vehicles?

The association warned that some criminals rely on techniques that intercept and reprogram smart key signals, which can allow access to vehicles without the original keys.

It noted that Canada's protection standards on preventing unauthorized vehicle starts have not been comprehensively updated since 2007.

The association's president, Heather Masterson, called for the security requirements to be updated in co-operation with Transport Canada and automakers.

Surveys cited by the association showed that 72 per cent of respondents support requiring manufacturers to include advanced protection systems in vehicles, rather than selling them as optional add-ons.

How to protect your vehicle from theft in Canada

Safety experts recommend additional measures, especially if the vehicle is among the most targeted models.

These include using a physical steering wheel lock, storing smart keys in a pouch that blocks signals, and parking the vehicle in a closed garage or a well-lit area.

Owners can also ask their insurance company about tracking devices and additional immobilizer systems that may help reduce the risk.

Experts stress that no single measure provides complete protection, but combining several can make a vehicle harder to steal.