Drivers beware: These cars are most likely to get jacked in Canada
If you’ve got a Honda CR-V parked in the driveway or down the street, you might want to invest in some extra anti-theft protection.
Canada’s car thieves have a clear favourite, and it’s the Honda CR-V.
According to Équité Association’s annual Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles report, it was Canada’s most-stolen vehicle in 2025, with 2,137 reported thefts.
It’s not the first time, either, as the popular SUV also topped the list in 2021 and 2022.
Beyond everyday vehicles, the report also states that organized crime groups are increasingly targeting newer luxury models, too, particularly those that can fetch big bucks on the international resale market.
In fact, the Lexus TX Series is raising eyebrows on Équité’s Theft Frequency list, with more than 11 per cent of insured vehicles in that model line reported stolen. That’s a pretty alarming statistic for luxury SUV owners.
The Honda Civic is the second most stolen vehicle, with 1,813 reported thefts. The Toyota RAV4, the Ram 1500 Series, and the Ford F-150 Series round out the top five.
Équité Association
Today’s auto theft operations are getting more sophisticated, the report states.
Rather than just smashing a window and hot-wiring a vehicle, criminals are now using tactics such as key fob relay attacks and vehicle reprogramming to get around existing security systems. So even if your keys are safely inside your home, your vehicle could still get broken into.
Équité estimates that stolen vehicles generate approximately $900 million annually for criminal networks.
But here’s some good news: its 2025 Auto Theft Trend Report found that vehicle thefts across Canada dropped 18 per cent from 2024, thanks to coordinated efforts by government, industry, and law enforcement.
Still, drivers should consider a signal-blocking pouch for keyless entry fobs, a visible steering-wheel lock, and parking in well-lit, busy areas whenever possible. Installing a motion-activated security camera is always a good investment, too.