A full list of Britain’s most stolen cars has been revealed, with a mix of everyday hatchbacks, hybrid SUVs and prestige models dominating the rankings.

Figures from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency show that 54,830 vehicles were stolen in 2025, the equivalent of around six every hour. Total thefts have dipped 11 per cent compared with 2024, but the long term trend remains concerning, with numbers more than double those recorded in 2015. Some individual models have also seen sharp rises, particularly hybrid Toyotas and luxury SUVs.

Topping the list is the Ford Fiesta, with 3,511 stolen last year. Despite production ending in 2023, the Fiesta remains one of Britain’s most common cars. In second place is the Volkswagen Golf on 1,625, followed by the Ford Focus with 1,474.

Claire Evans, consumer editor at What Car?, said: “Annual car theft figures continue to be very high, so owners need to do all they can to keep them safe.

“Our data shows that small, inexpensive models such as the Nissan Juke and Vauxhall Corsa are under threat, so it’s vital to take measures to protect all cars. Simple measures, like using a steering lock or keeping your car keys in a Faraday pouch, will lessen the chances of it being stolen.”

The full top 20 most stolen cars of 2025 are:

1. Ford Fiesta – 3,511
2. Volkswagen Golf – 1,625
3. Ford Focus – 1,474
4. Toyota RAV4 – 1,348
5. BMW 3 Series – 1,319
6. Nissan Juke – 1,200
7. Toyota C-HR – 967
8. Lexus NX – 951
9. Range Rover Evoque – 895
10. Vauxhall Corsa – 874
11. Land Rover Discovery Sport – 813
12. Ford Kuga – 799
13. Vauxhall Astra – 758
14. Mercedes C-Class – 826
15. BMW 1 Series – 754
16. Range Rover Sport – 700
17. Nissan Qashqai – 695