America's Most Popular Cars

Since the early 1900s, automobiles have become a common feature of American culture. The Ford Model-T was the first attempt to create an affordable car in 1908, and people embraced it wholeheartedly.

Since that time, a wide range of automakers have emerged, increasing the selection of vehicles we can choose from. Some automakers, though, are simply more well-known than others, while others have a genuine influence on our culture. Find out more about the cars that are currently most in demand in the US by reading on.

The Most Popular Cars Ever Sold

Automobiles are the main form of transportation on a considerable percentage of the planet. The usual options are taking a cab, riding a bike, taking public transportation, or walking. Alternative modes of transportation are frequently used, yet some remain favored over others.

Let's take a closer look at the most well-liked vehicles ever sold worldwide.

• Ford F-Series

• Honda Civic

• Ford Model T

• Honda Accord

• Chevrolet Impala

• Volkswagen Passat

These cars have been the most well-liked ones on the market, so potential buyers may be familiar with them.

 The Most Popular Cars of all Time?

The choice of which vehicle to drive is largely subjective. The fact that millions of individuals are choosing the same vehicle says a lot about how popular each vehicle on this list is.

According to our ranking, the tenth most popular car of all time sold 14 million units. However, the most popular car has sold more than twice as many, despite the fact that the sum is not trivial.

Here are a few of the inspiring features that have contributed to these 10 reliable and popular cars' success.

1. Toyota Corolla

32 million Corollas are thought to have been sold during the model's lifetime. In 1966, when the Corolla made its debut, it only cost $1,816, but today, the base model goes for more than $15,900.

Every 40 seconds, a Corolla is bought somewhere in the world, demonstrating the depth of its appeal. In order to satisfy the demand for this midsize car on a global scale, they are produced in 16 different nations. This implies that purchasing insurance for a Corolla may not be challenging.

2. Ford F-Series

Since the F-Series trucks initially hit the market, around 30 million of them have been sold. The 1948 Ford F-Series retailed for just $1,239, whereas the full-size base model of the 2011 Ford F-Series cost $22,790.

The best-selling car for a whole 23 years was the F-Series pickup truck, which also led the list of best-selling trucks for a total of 31 years.

The Ford F-Series may be the most popular pickup truck in the nation, but not in every state, claims USA Today.

Related: Most Expensive Cars in the World. 

3. Ford Escort

Ford Escort sales outside of the UK have surpassed nearly 20 million vehicles. After a successful run in the United Kingdom, Escort relocated to the United States.

One of these would have cost about $1,316 in 1967, but in 2002 they were worth about $12,815 each. The UK Escort continues to be the most popular car the UK has ever produced.

4. Volkswagen Golf

With nearly 25 million copies sold worldwide, the Golf is a trustworthy small car that keeps becoming faster.

The MSRP for the sportier-than-ever 2012 model seems extravagant ($17,995) in comparison to the $3,330 it cost in 1974, but it's still rather affordable in the world of new automobiles.

The Golf was Volkswagen's first commercially successful Beetle replacement.

5. Honda Civic

17 million of these tiny, all-around cars have already been sold. It is also one of the vehicles that get stolen the most, ranking second nationally in 2010.

A 2012 Civic's MSRP is $15,805 compared to a 1973 Civic's approximate cost of $2,150. Install an alarm system or other security measures to protect your investment.

6. Ford Model T

The Model T, one of the list's most spectacular vehicles, was only produced from 1908 to 1927. However, copies of 16.5 million were still sold.

While the Model T was still being constructed, Henry Ford automated his automobile assembly line, and by 1914, it only took 93 minutes to complete a Model T from start to finish. In 1928, one of these cost $366. They are currently worth roughly $28,000.

7. Honda Accord

With 15.8 million Accords sold globally, Honda sits sixth. For 15 years, the Accord was the most popular Japanese vehicle in the country. A 2012 Honda Accord costs $21,380, compared to a $3,999 MSRP for a 1976 model. A Honda Accord may be difficult to insure simply because of how common it is.

8. Volkswagen Passat

The Volkswagen Passat, which has 14.1 million vehicles sold, was formerly known as the Santana, Dasher, and Quantum. This German automobile cost $4,110 in 1974. The current price of a brand-new 2012 Passat base model is roughly $19,995.

9. Chevrolet Impala

In just 1964, the renowned Chevrolet Impala sold 1,074,925 cars, about 14 million more than the previous record holder. The MSRP of a 1958 Impala, which was originally $2,586, was $25,645 as of 2012.

The two rows of three tail lights on the Impala are well-known.

10. Original Volkswagen Beetle

Nearly 21 million people have fallen in love with the adorable VW Bug, but some owners may have more than one because of the numerous varieties.

It's not exactly great news that the Third Reich, under Hitler, provided the majority of the financing for this popular car's early development. In 1938, a Bug would have cost roughly $1,290, as opposed to the 2012 New Beetle's sporty, sleek $19,795 price tag.