Colorado's 2025 Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles Revealed

Popular models remain frequent targets, encouraging drivers to adopt better security measures.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 1:34am

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According to Colorado State Patrol data, the most stolen vehicles in the state in 2025 included the Silverado, Elantra, and Sonata, even as overall thefts declined compared to previous years. While auto theft numbers are down statewide, key population centers like Denver, Aurora, Pueblo, and Colorado Springs still lead in incidents, prompting police to advise owners of the most targeted models to take extra security precautions.

Why it matters

Vehicle theft remains a serious issue across Colorado, affecting insurance rates and law enforcement resources, especially in the state's largest cities. Understanding the most targeted models can help drivers take proactive steps to protect their vehicles.

The details

According to the Colorado State Patrol, the top 10 most stolen vehicles in the state in 2025 were similar to the 2024 list, with popular pickup trucks and sedans remaining frequent targets for thieves. While overall vehicle thefts declined by 34% compared to 2024, the bulk of incidents were still concentrated in the Front Range's largest population centers.

  • In early 2026, the Colorado State Patrol released the 2025 vehicle theft data.
  • 2025 marked the third straight year that auto theft numbers declined in Colorado.

The players

Colorado State Patrol

The state law enforcement agency that tracks and reports vehicle theft data in Colorado.

Grand Junction Police Department

A local police department that has advised owners of commonly stolen vehicles to take security precautions.

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What they’re saying

“While lots of stolen vehicles tend to be older cars, popular models with fewer built-in anti-theft features make them easier targets for thieves. When police patrol Colorado, they often advise the owners of Colorado's most stolen vehicles to lock their doors, secure their keys, and consider steering wheel locks or GPS tracking on the vehicle itself.”

— Grand Junction Police Department

What’s next

The Colorado State Patrol will continue to monitor vehicle theft trends and provide updated data to the public in the coming years.

The takeaway

Despite an overall decline in vehicle thefts across Colorado, certain popular models remain frequent targets for criminals, underscoring the importance for drivers to take proactive security measures to protect their cars and trucks.