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UK's top 10 stolen car models in 2026 revealed with more than 1,300 vehicles taken
Tempcover said 25,050 cars were reported stolen in the first half of 2026, with keyless models and EVs among the main targets.
- The Nissan Juke Tekna CVT topped the UK's most stolen vehicle list in 2026, recording 197 thefts in the first half of the year, a 19% increase from 165 thefts in the same period last year.
- Data analyzed by Tempcover and sourced from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency shows 25,050 cars were reported stolen between January and June, down from 27,831 vehicles stolen during the first half of 2025.
- The Toyota C-HR Dynamic HEV CVT dropped to second place with 160 thefts, while seven Ford Fiesta variants remain in the national top 20 despite thefts of those trims falling 35.5% year-on-year.
- Experts advise using signal-blocking wallets to prevent relay attacks on keyless entry systems, while the RAC recommends parking in CCTV-covered areas to reduce theft risks.
- Jake Lambert, temporary car insurance expert at Tempcover, warned that "security must keep pace with the tech" as EVs enter the top 20, advising owners to secure companion apps with biometric locks rather than basic passwords.
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