Report: These Are The Best Selling Pickup Trucks In The United States

Pickup trucks have always been popular among farmers, landscapers, and tradespeople due to their excellent towing and hauling capabilities. In recent years, however, their appeal has expanded to a wider market, making them one of the most popular vehicle segments in the U.S.. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, the number of registered pickup trucks in the U.S. increased by 71 percent between 1995 and 2019, from 28.2 million to 48.3 million. These are also the most fuel-efficient new trucks available on the market.

Pickup trucks offer several advantages over popular vehicle segments such as sedans, crossover SUVs, and minivans. In addition to their versatility and capacity provided by an open bed, high ground clearance, and a powerful engine, pickups typically maintain their resale value better than other vehicles and have a proven reputation for reliability. These qualities, which make pickups ideal work vehicles, have also contributed to their growing popularity as daily drivers and even family cars.

Modern-day pickup trucks have come a long way since the 1980s and 1990s. They now come with luxurious interiors, and cutting-edge infotainment systems, and can comfortably seat up to five adults. With their broad appeal, U.S. pickup truck sales reached a staggering 2.7 million in 2022. However, when choosing the perfect make and model, consumers have some clear preferences. Using 2022 car sales data, CEOWORLD magazine has identified the most popular pickup trucks in the country. All mass-produced pickup truck models available in the US have been ranked based on their total sales in the calendar year of 2022.

The three top-selling pickup trucks of 2022 are also the top-selling vehicles in any segment, with each of them selling over 400,000 units last year alone. The Ford F-Series impressively sold nearly 654,000 units in 2022 and has held the title of best-selling vehicle in the US for 41 consecutive years. However, owning a Ford F-150 has its pros and cons. The Toyota Tacoma, selling almost 216,000 units in 2022, is the simplest midsize truck to rank among the top 5 most famous pickups in the U.S. The Tacoma has been the country’s best-selling midsize truck for 18 consecutive years.

1. Ford F-Series
   > Total sales in 2022: 653,957 units (37.1% of all Ford sales)
   > Change from 2021: -9.9% year-over-year (-72,046 units)
   > Best sales month in 2022: December; 75,076 units sold
   > Base model MSRP: $34,445
2. Chevrolet Silverado
   > Total sales in 2022: 520,936 units (34.4% of all Chevrolet sales)
   > Change from 2021: -1.7% year-over-year (-8,829 units)
   > Best sales month in 2022: December; 49,196 units sold
   > Base model MSRP: $36,300
3. Ram Pickup
   > Total sales in 2022: 468,344 units (85.9% of all Ram sales)
   > Change from 2021: -17.8% year-over-year (-101,045 units)
   > Best sales month in 2022: March; 45,762 units sold
   > Base model MSRP: $30,235
4. GMC Sierra
   > Total sales in 2022: 241,521 units (46.7% of all GMC sales)
   > Change from 2021: -3.0% year-over-year (-7,402 units)
   > Best sales month in 2022: December; 25,104 units sold
   > Base model MSRP: $37,200
5. Toyota Tacoma
   > Total sales in 2022: 215,853 units (12.3% of all Toyota sales)
   > Change from 2021: -14.5% year-over-year (-36,637 units)
   > Best sales month in 2022: July; 23,917 units sold
   > Base model MSRP: $27,750
6. Toyota Tundra
   > Total sales in 2022: 94,429 units (5.4% of all Toyota sales)
   > Change from 2021: +15.2% year-over-year (+12,470 units)
   > Best sales month in 2022: March; 10,960 units sold
   > Base model MSRP: $37,865
7. Chevrolet Colorado
   > Total sales in 2022: 89,197 units (5.9% of all Chevrolet sales)
   > Change from 2021: +22.2% year-over-year (+16,189 units)
   > Best sales month in 2022: August; 8,341 units sold
   > Base model MSRP: $26,135
8. Jeep Gladiator
   > Total sales in 2022: 77,855 units (11.4% of all Jeep sales)
   > Change from 2021: -13.2% year-over-year (-11,857 units)
   > Best sales month in 2022: ; units sold
   > Base model MSRP: $38,775
9. Nissan Frontier
   > Total sales in 2022: 76,185 units (11.2% of all Nissan sales)
   > Change from 2021: +25.5% year-over-year (+15,488 units)
   > Best sales month in 2022: March; 8,066 units sold
   > Base model MSRP: $29,190
10. Ford Maverick
    > Total sales in 2022: 74,370 units (4.2% of all Ford sales)
    > Change from 2021: +460.9% year-over-year (+61,112 units)
    > Best sales month in 2022: April; 9,537 units sold
    > Base model MSRP: $22,195
11. Ford Ranger
    > Total sales in 2022: 56,987 units (3.2% of all Ford sales)
    > Change from 2021: -39.9% year-over-year (-37,768 units)
    > Best sales month in 2022: March; 6,276 units sold
    > Base model MSRP: $27,400
12. Honda Ridgeline
    > Total sales in 2022: 42,762 units (4.9% of all Honda sales)
    > Change from 2021: +3.4% year-over-year (+1,407 units)
    > Best sales month in 2022: August; 4,381 units sold
    > Base model MSRP: $38,800
13. Hyundai Santa Cruz
    > Total sales in 2022: 36,480 units (5.1% of all Hyundai sales)
    > Change from 2021: +278.7% year-over-year (+26,846 units)
    > Best sales month in 2022: June; 3,502 units sold
    > Base model MSRP: $25,700
14. GMC Canyon
    > Total sales in 2022: 27,821 units (5.4% of all GMC sales)
    > Change from 2021: +15.3% year-over-year (+3,696 units)
    > Best sales month in 2022: August; 2,649 units sold
    > Base model MSRP: $26,800
15. Nissan Titan
    > Total sales in 2022: 15,064 units (2.2% of all Nissan sales)
    > Change from 2021: -45.0% year-over-year (-12,342 units)
    > Best sales month in 2022: March; 2,309 units sold
    > Base model MSRP: $39,700

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