Best-Selling Cars: Can You Name the Most Sold Vehicles of All Time?

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From the Ford Model T to the BMW 3 Series, the most sold cars of all-time owe their popularity to their affordability, reliability, and practicality. While some models are compact, others are near-luxury or are reputed for their rough-and-tumble nature or family-friendly design. 

Whether you're on the market for a popular car or are looking for the qualities that make a good car great, these twenty vehicles are a good place to start.

Can you name the top-selling models? Test your knowledge, with our Best-Selling Cars Quiz.

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Best-Selling Cars Quiz Questions

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Question 1

Also going by the name "Dasher," what is this model that sold more than 15 million?

  • A
    Volkswagen Passat
  • B
    Mitsubishi Galant
  • C
    Mercedes-Benz C-Class
  • D
    Ford Fusion Hybrid

Question 2

Selling over 12 million, this sporty car is for those who want top engineering at low prices. Name that sportscar.

  • A
    Subaru Legacy
  • B
    Nissan Maxima
  • C
    Volkswagen Polo
  • D
    Mazda 6

Question 3

Due to its quality, value, and reliability, this one has held up nicely. Name the model that's sold more than 17 million.

  • A
    Honda Accord
  • B
    Pontiac Grand Am
  • C
    Peugeot 205
  • D
    Dodge Sprinter

Question 4

This one deserves a slug: What was the first car to achieve twenty million units sold?

  • A
    Original Mini
  • B
    Honda Odyssey
  • C
    Dodge Ram
  • D
    Volkswagen Beetle

Question 5

This sporty vehicle sold more than just a little; it sold over 10 million. Name that "Great Little Car".

  • A
    Hyundai Genesis
  • B
    Mitsubishi Lancer
  • C
    Mazda 323
  • D
    Acura TL

Question 6

Which car is said to "do it all and do it best," selling over 14 million?

  • A
    Mazda 323
  • B
    BMW 3 Series
  • C
    Polski Fiat 126P
  • D
    Lexus HS 250h

Question 7

This one made history! What was the first car to reach one million units sold?

  • A
    Ford Model T
  • B
    Ford Mustang
  • C
    Fiat Punto
  • D
    Jaguar XK

Question 8

Gone by way of the Pacifica, this model was the most sold by its make. Name that 12-million-er.

  • A
    Nissan Sentra
  • B
    Chrysler Town & Country
  • C
    Scion XD Hatchback
  • D
    Chevrolet Cobalt

Question 9

Hop in this sweet ride and you won't be alone: more than 18 million have driven away in what model?

  • A
    Honda CR-V
  • B
    Lincoln MKZ
  • C
    Honda Civic
  • D
    Chrysler Eagle

Question 10

One of the top-selling cars in Europe, what vehicle has broken the 13 million sales mark?

  • A
    Opel/Vauxhall Ascona
  • B
    Opel Kadett
  • C
    Subaru Impreza
  • D
    Opel/Vauxhall Corsa

Question 11

It's time to party. What is this compact vehicle that's sold more than 15 million?

  • A
    Ford Focus
  • B
    Ford Fiesta
  • C
    Ford Mustang
  • D
    Ford Crown Victoria

Question 12

Topping out at more than 40 million, this tough truck has long-staying popularity. Name that powerful vehicle.

  • A
    Ford F-series
  • B
    Ford Ranger
  • C
    Ford E-series
  • D
    Ford Explorer

Question 13

What car, known for its high quality interior, has sold more than 14 million?

  • A
    Ford Cortina
  • B
    Chevrolet Camaro
  • C
    Chevrolet Cavalier
  • D
    Chevrolet Impala

Question 14

Selling over 11 million, what model became America's best-selling vehicle in the '70s?

  • A
    Mercedes Benz C-class
  • B
    Buick LeSabre
  • C
    Honda Civic Coupe
  • D
    Oldsmobile Cutlass

Question 15

What is this top seller, at more than 19 million, which has gone by many names?

  • A
    Fiat Punto
  • B
    Fiat Uno
  • C
    Renault 4
  • D
    VAZ 2101

Question 16

This top-selling model has sold over 44 million. Name that Toyota.

  • A
    Toyota Land Cruiser
  • B
    Toyota Hilux
  • C
    Toyota Corolla
  • D
    Toyota Camry

Question 17

This "rally car" was seen as a legend across the pond; maybe that's why it sold over 18 million.

  • A
    Volkswagen Rabbit
  • B
    Ford Escort
  • C
    Ford Taurus
  • D
    Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Question 18

Oui, oui, this one's popular in France. Name that best seller.

  • A
    Kia Soul
  • B
    Toyota Yaris Hatchback
  • C
    Renault Clio
  • D
    Renault 5

Question 19

Having sold over 30 million, what model is praised for its comfort and reliability?

  • A
    Lexus RX 450h
  • B
    Honda Insight
  • C
    Volkswagen Golf
  • D
    Volkswagen Jetta

Question 20

Another great model, what car debuted in the European market but has since gone worldwide, selling more than 13 million units?

  • A
    Dodge Viper
  • B
    Ford Escape
  • C
    Ford Focus
  • D
    Ford Taurus

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