Houston leads Texas in vehicle thefts — here are the models getting stolen the most

Houston ranks among the top Texas cities in many ways, but the state’s largest city recently earned a distinction that’s far from flattering: it led the state in stolen vehicles last month.

The Texas Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority released new data ranking vehicle thefts from Nov. 1 through Nov. 30, 2025. Houston topped the list, followed by Dallas, San Antonio, Austin and Fort Worth.

Pickup trucks dominated the statewide rankings, representing four of the six most-stolen models.

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Kia and Hyundai — two manufacturers that have drawn national attention for theft vulnerabilities — also accounted for three spots in the top 10.

Top 10 Most Stolen Vehicles in Texas (Nov. 2025)

1. Chevy Silverado
2. GMC Sierra
3. Hyundai Elantra
4. Ford F-150
5. Hyundai Sonata
6. Ford F-250
7. Dodge Challenger
8. Kia Optima
9. Ram 1500
10. Chevy Tahoe