GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024

Reliable Small Suv Sales Statistics

Reliable small SUV sales statistics show consistent growth over the past five years with an increasing market share compared to other vehicle types.

Last Updated: June 20, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we explore the latest statistics and trends in the small SUV market, shedding light on the top-selling models, market shares, and notable sales performances both in the United States and globally. From the dominance of the Toyota RAV4 to the growth projections for the compact SUV segment, we delve into the numbers that drive this popular vehicle category.

Statistic 1

"The Toyota RAV4 held the top spot among compact SUVs in U.S. auto sales in 2020 with 430,387 units sold."

Statistic 2

"The 2021 Honda CR-V is the second best-selling small SUV in the United States, with 333,502 units sold in 2020."

Statistic 3

"The subcompact SUV segment represented a 4.1% share of total U.S. auto sales in 2020."

Statistic 4

"The Mazda CX-5 had a 13% increase in sales in the 2nd quarter of 2021."

Statistic 5

"The Subaru Crosstrek was the best-selling subcompact SUV in Canada in 2020."

Statistic 6

"Nissan Rogue Sport was the 5th best-selling compact SUV in the US in 2020, selling 86,486 units."

Statistic 7

"Globally, the compact SUV segment is expected to register a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of around 7% during the forecast period, 2021-2026."

Statistic 8

"Jeep Wrangler, another popular compact SUV, saw a sales decrease of 12% in the U.S. in 2020."

Statistic 9

"Hyundai's compact SUV, the Tucson, enjoyed more than 123,000 sales in the U.S. in 2020."

Statistic 10

"Kia Sportage showed a sales increase of 5% in the third quarter of 2021, resulting in over 22,300 units sold in the United States."

Statistic 11

"In the UK, Nissan Qashqai was the best-selling compact SUV in 2020 with sales reaching 33,972 units."

Statistic 12

"In Australia, Toyota RAV4 was the best-selling SUV in 2021 with over 48,000 units sold in the first half of the year."

Statistic 13

"In 2020, Honda HR-V sold 84,027 units in the U.S., making it the 6th best-selling compact SUV."

Statistic 14

"Subaru Forester experienced a 1.7% decrease in U.S. sales in 2020 compared to 2019."

Statistic 15

"In 2020, 1,190,595 new SUVs were registered in the UK, accounting for 36.1% of all new vehicles sold."

In conclusion, the small SUV market exhibited varying trends in sales across different regions in 2020 and beyond. The Toyota RAV4 emerged as the top-selling compact SUV in the U.S., while global projections indicate a steady growth for the segment. Honda’s CR-V and Hyundai’s Tucson also garnered significant sales in the U.S. market, while models like Mazda CX-5 and Subaru Crosstrek saw notable changes in their sales figures. The landscape is further diversified by regional preferences, as seen with the Nissan Qashqai in the UK and Toyota RAV4 in Australia. While some models experienced fluctuations in sales, the overall interest in small SUVs remains strong, reflected in the substantial market shares and sales numbers reported across various regions.

Jannik Lindner

Jannik is the Co-Founder of Gitnux and has been working in the digital space since 2016. He is specialized in content and tech.

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