The best-selling American cars of all time
#25: Cadillac DeVille (3,870,000)
The DeVille was a nameplate used by Cadillac from 1958 to 2006, over eight generations. While the original coupe was the lowest-priced of the brand’s models at the time, it still had a plethora of standard luxury features as befitted a Cadillac.
The luxury car was frequently in the limelight as it was used by celebrities and political figures, solidifying its place as a status symbol. While the DeVille name was retired in 2006, the model line continued in a new generation as the DTS, with Cadillac adopting more European-inspired nomenclature.
#24: Ford Focus (3,882,358)
This compact car was introduced in 1998 and has been in production since, though US sales ended in 2019. Much like its predecessor, the Ford Escort, the Focus was designed to be sold globally— a large part of why it has been so successful.
The Focus continues to be sought after as an affordable, reliable, compact family car. However, it also has some hot hatch versions on offer, including the ST and the RS, which have been used in rally sports.
#23: Buick Special (3,890,000)
This entry-level Buick was introduced way back in 1936 and lived on until 1969. It remained a consistently good-looking model over the decades and over many body styles, whether it was as a coupe, sedan, or station wagon.
The Special was known for introducing the Buick V6 in the 1960s, an engine that became a GM mainstay all the way until 2006. The car’s reliable powertrain, as well as great styling and comfort in an affordable package made the Special a popular model.
#22: Chevrolet Cruze (4,302,000)
This compact car has been in production since 2008. Chevrolet aimed to give shoppers a good mix of what they were after with the Cruze, balancing safety and fun, as well as versatility and affordability.
After the company’s Chapter 11 restructuring in 2009, GM hedged their bets on a car that would perform well globally. The Cruze hit the market at just the right time, as consumers were looking for more inexpensive and fuel-efficient models. US production ended in 2019, though the model continues elsewhere.
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