The landscape of the automobile industry has been continuously evolving, and the first half of 2024 has proven to be a significant testament to the ever-increasing allure of Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs). As manufacturers eagerly release their latest models into the market, it's clear that the demand for high-riding, spacious, and versatile vehicles remains unabated. In this article, we delve into the standout best-sellers that have dominated the market so far.
Hyundai Tucson
This nifty compact SUV has seen a whopping 92,146 units flying off the forecourts in the current year. Even though its sales have dipped a smidge from 100,591 units in the first half of 2023, the Tucson is still the belle of the ball within the shared Hyundai and Kia SUV lineup. Clearly, these vehicles are striking the perfect chord, offering prospective new owners pocket-friendly options with an enviable warranty and heaps of top-notch standard features.
Subaru Forester
Selling a whopping total of 92,849 units this term, this SUV is hitting the high notes. In a triumphant turn of events, sales for 2024 took a giant leap, skyrocketing over 50% from the first half of last year. The Forester had a bit of a makeover for 2024, and it isn’t showing any signs of slowing down. We’re betting that the sales will continue to climb as we head into the end of the year.
Ford Explorer
During the first half of 2024, this SUV model has registered 104,803 units in sales. The revamped 2025 Ford Explorer will soon be ready to join the party, albeit curiously offering less option on trim levels than the current models.
Tesla Model Y
Sales for this superstar SUV tallied at a cool 116,799 units in the first half of 2024. Back in 2023, the Tesla Model Y took the crown as the world's best-selling SUV, racking up over 1.2 million sales globally, most of which came from China. It’s a truly impressive feat for a fully electric model from a relative newcomer to the automobile manufacturing industry to climb to such heights on this list.
Nissan Rogue
The Nissan Rogue SUV has chalked up 141,160 units in sales in the first half of this year. Despite a small 4% dip from the previous year, the Rogue is still outperforming most other models on the American market. For the 2024 models, Nissan has upped the ante, giving the Rogue a more aggressive-looking ensemble.
Honda CR-V
Landing 196,204 unit sales in the first part of 2024, Honda's SUV model is scoring serious points. Freshly redesigned in 2023, the CR-V has steadfastly retained its position as a chart-topper this year. Sales got a nearly 20% pump from the same period in 2023. This sixth-generation beauty of a crossover boasts a slick new look and offers a choice between a traditional or hybrid powertrain, making the CR-V a must-have for families after practicality, versatility, and all-weather compatibility.
Toyota RAV4
This SUV model has clocked in an impressive 248,295 units in sales for the first half of 2024. The RAV4 is soaring high with sales escalating an eye-poppingly close to 33% from 187,017 units sold during the first half of 2023. Toyota has gone all out, offering a staggering 13 trim levels for the RAV4, giving buyers options for a traditional drivetrain or a fuel-efficient hybrid system.