Who sold more, Chevy or Ford?
There isn’t a single universal winner when you compare Chevy (Chevrolet) and Ford. The answer depends on what you measure and where you look. In recent years, Ford and Chevrolet have traded the lead depending on whether the focus is global deliveries or U.S. sales. This article explains how to interpret the data and what to watch for in the latest figures.
Key ways to measure who sold more
To compare fairly, you need a clearly defined scope: global deliveries or regional sales, and a defined period (calendar year, fiscal year, or year-to-date). The following sections outline the most common benchmarks and what you should expect to see in each.
Global vehicle deliveries (brand versus corporate scope)
When comparing Chevrolet to Ford on a global basis, it’s important to note that Chevrolet is a single brand within General Motors, while Ford is a standalone automaker. GM's global deliveries include all GM brands (Chevrolet, GMC, Cadillac, Buick) and the Chevrolet figure is not always broken out separately in every report. That complicates direct brand-to-brand comparison and requires looking at GM's total and Chevrolet's brand-level data side-by-side in the company reports.
- Chevrolet/global brand deliveries (as reported by GM for the latest full year)
- Ford Motor Company's global vehicle deliveries (latest full year)
- Notes on how company-wide totals include multiple brands, and how differences in reporting periods can affect comparisons
In the global context, the takeaway is that brand-level figures require careful interpretation because Chevrolet is part of GM and not always presented on the same footing as Ford in every data release. Readers should consult the companies' annual reports and investor presentations for precise figures.
U.S. market performance
In the United States, the comparison is typically made between Ford and Chevrolet as brands within a single market. The U.S. sales landscape is influenced by model mix, incentives, and fleet volumes, and year-to-year leadership can shift.
- Ford US sales for the latest full year (brand level)
- Chevrolet US sales for the latest full year (brand level)
- Notes on the impact of pickup trucks, SUVs, and incentive programs on brand performance in the US market
U.S. market data often yield a more direct brand-to-brand comparison than global figures, but they still require careful check of the specific time frame (calendar vs fiscal year) and whether the numbers include fleet or retail-only volumes.
What to look for in the latest data
When you pull the numbers, focus on the following: the exact period covered, whether the figures are wholesales (to dealers) or deliveries to end customers, whether fleet sales are included, and whether you are comparing brand-level Chevrolet to Ford as a standalone brand. Company press releases, annual reports, and regulatory filings are the most reliable sources.
Next steps if you want precise totals
If you specify the period (for example, the most recent calendar year) and the geography (global, United States, or a specific region), I can pull the latest official figures and give you a direct, numerical comparison with sources.
Summary
Choosing "who sold more" between Chevy and Ford hinges on the scope and timeframe. Global brand comparisons are complicated by GM's multiple brands, while U.S. market leadership can shift year to year based on model mix and incentives. For a definitive answer, define the metric (global vs. regional) and the period, then consult the latest company reports. I can provide precise numbers once you specify the scope.
What is the #1 selling vehicle in the world?
The best-selling vehicle in the world for 2023 was the Tesla Model Y, marking the first time an electric vehicle (EV) achieved this top spot. However, in recent data for 2024/2025, rankings have shifted, with models like the Toyota RAV4 and Toyota Corolla once again taking the lead, depending on the specific reporting period.
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- 2023: The Tesla Model Y became the first EV to be the world's best-selling vehicle, according to JATO Dynamics and Fiat Group World.
- 2024/2025 (Recent Data): Recent reports indicate the top spot has shifted again.
- The Toyota RAV4 has become the best-selling SUV for 2025, according to Focus2Move, surpassing the Model Y.
- Other sources place the Toyota Corolla as the best-seller for 2024, followed closely by the RAV4.
- Best-selling of all time: The Toyota Corolla is the best-selling car of all time, having sold over 50 million units since its launch in 1966.
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Who sells the most pickup trucks, Ford or Chevy?
Ford sells more individual truck models (like the F-150), while General Motors sells more trucks overall when its brands (Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra) are combined. Ford's F-Series is the best-selling single truck model in America, and has been for decades, while GM holds the lead in the full-size pickup market when both its brands are included. The choice depends on whether you are counting individual model sales or total sales across all of a company's truck brands.
- Ford: Has the best-selling single truck model in the United States, the F-Series.
- General Motors (GM): Sells more trucks when you combine the sales of the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra.
- The Confusion: The two companies use different metrics to claim sales leadership, with Ford focusing on the F-Series nameplate and GM including its other truck brands to create a larger total.
Who sold more cars, Chevy or Ford?
Ford sales figures, and that's what we'll do here for the second quarter of 2024. During Q2 2024, total Chevy sales in the U.S. market were flat to 452,111 deliveries. Ford brand sales were also flat, moving 512,127 units, outselling the Bow Tie brand by 60K units.
Did Chevy outsell Ford trucks?
Cumulative sales of the Chevy Silverado and Silverado EV, along with the GMC Sierra and Sierra EV, gave GM 231,623 deliveries for a segment-leading 41 percent share. Full-size Ford trucks combined for 207,732 sales for a 37 percent segment share.
