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Facts

2019 to 2023
Colorado Reported Stolen Vehicles

Source:coloradocrimestats.co.us

The data used to create this line chart is directly from Crime in Colorado, and includes attempted vehicle theft, vehicle break ins, and attempted vehicle break ins.

chart showing auto thefy statistics from 2019 to 2023

Map of Colorado showing Top 5 cities for auto theft

The Top Five (by volume) Colorado Cities for Auto Theft

 

1. Denver
2. Aurora
3. Lakewood
4. Colorado Springs
5. Westminster

 

Colorado’s Top Ten Stolen Vehicles in 2023

MAKE/MODEL and Top Theft YEAR

2013 Hyundai Elantra (256 Stolen)
2006 Chevrolet Silverado (150 Stolen)
2017 Hyundai Sonata (187 Stolen)
2018 Ford F-150 (177 Stolen)
2020 Kia Sportage (200 Stolen)
1999 Ford F-250 (80 Stolen)
2015 Kia Optima (146 Stolen)
2017 Hyundai Tucson (174 Stolen)
1998 Honda Civic (81 Stolen) 
2016 Kia Soul (121 Stolen)

 

In 2023, 86% of all reported stolen vehicles were recovered, which is well above the national average of 56%. However, many stolen vehicles that are recovered need repair, professional cleaning, or may be dismantled.

Condition of stolen car after recovery

Condition of stolen car after recovery

Condition of stolen car after recovery

Wrecked truck recovered after reported stolen

front view of wrecked truck

truck partially submerged in water

Truck with extensive burn damage

Abandonded sedan in field with broken windshield and bumper

trashed interior of a stolen car after recovery