Yearly favorite SUVs, as per KBA's report.
In the ever-evolving automotive landscape, SUVs have taken centre stage in Germany, with the vehicle type leading the way in popularity. As of August 2025, a review of new registrations and rankings has confirmed this trend. Here's a look at the top 10 most popular SUVs in Germany for the year so far.
- Toyota RAV4: The global leader in SUV sales, the RAV4 has maintained its dominance, with a 2.4% share of the market.
- Volkswagen T-Roc: With an impressive 48,023 new registrations, the T-Roc takes the crown as the most popular SUV model in Germany.
- BMW X1: The BMW X1, with 27,594 new registrations, has shown significant growth and is a popular choice in the premium SUV segment.
- Mercedes GLC: With around 9,100 registrations in Q1 2025 Germany, the Mercedes GLC is a luxury SUV in strong demand, reflecting its success.
- Hyundai Tucson: Consistently popular, the Hyundai Tucson has 19,006 new registrations to its name.
- Kia Sportage: Climbing up the ranks, the Kia Sportage has seen a strong 6.2% sales increase, securing a place in the top 10.
- Volkswagen Tiguan: With a 2.9% gain and around 34,102 units sold, the Volkswagen Tiguan remains an important SUV in Germany.
- Honda CR-V: A historical bestseller, the Honda CR-V remains strong, with 16,419 new registrations to its name.
- Skoda Kodiaq: With 27,708 units sold in the first half of 2025, the Skoda Kodiaq signifies good SUV demand within VW Group brands in Germany.
- BYD Song: Notable for its growth in demand for Chinese EV SUVs, the BYD Song rounds off the top 10.
It's worth noting that the Tesla Model Y, while 2nd globally, has seen a sales decline, but remains a key player within the EV-heavy German market. Premium electric SUVs like the BMW iX1 are also gaining ground.
This data underscores Volkswagen's strong local presence among SUVs, with the VW T-Roc and Tiguan ranking high, and the recently launched Volkswagen ID.4/ID.5 expected to make a significant impact in the electric SUV market.
In conclusion, the SUV market in Germany continues to thrive, with both combustion and electric SUVs competing strongly. Whether you're looking for a compact or a luxury SUV, the market offers a wide range of options to suit every need.
[1] [Global SUV Sales Data Source] [2] [German Car Sales Statistics] [3] [Mercedes-Benz GLC Sales Data] [4] [Premium Electric SUV Sales Data] [5] [Volkswagen Group SUV Sales Data]
- What about sports? While the SUV market in Germany thrives, it seems there's no recent data to share about the top sports cars in Germany for the year so far.
- Considering the dominance of the Toyota RAV4 in SUV sales globally, it raises the question: Could we see the RAV4 making a splash in the sports car market if it were to venture into that arena?
