New figures from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) have revealed which vehicles are most frequently targeted by car thieves.
The most-stolen model had thousands reported stolen in 2025 alone. Overall thefts have dropped by 11%, yet certain models have seen dramatic rises, with hybrid Toyotas and premium SUVs climbing the rankings. 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."
Topping the unwanted list once again is the Ford Fiesta, with 3,511 reported stolen in 2025 - around one every 2.5 hours. That number is more than double that of the second-placed Volkswagen Golf (1,625) and considerably ahead of the Ford Focus (1,474). The figures show 54,830 vehicles were reported stolen last year, equating to one car being nicked every 10 minutes, or 150 each day.
What Car?'s analysis shows that 86% of stolen Fiestas were the Mk6 (2008–2017), suggesting older models are being heavily targeted for parts.
Top 10 most stolen cars in the UK in 2025
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
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10. Vauxhall Corsa - 874
