Luxury, Power and Performance.

Looking at the 2010′s most stolen autos, thieves most like to steal cars with those 3 different characteristics.

The HLDI (Highway Loss Data Institute) is an independent organization that looks at car insurance claims & losses. According to the top 10 vehicles, about 6 to 11 cars out of every thousand are stolen, broken into, or were cut into pieces and sold on the black market.

SUV’s and Trucks are the most popular group, making the listings 7 out of 10 times. The number of anti-theft and other security devices don’t seem to reduce the chance of theft as much as previously thought, at least not when it comes to these cars.

New safety features “won’t stop a determined thief from loading a car on a flat-bed truck,” says Russ Radar, the Institute’s news media contact.

Bellow are the statistics for the most stolen cars and although some of them were surprises, the majority are not. Statistics are for every 1,000 cars.

10. Chevrolet Tahoe – 5.8 Starting the list off is the Chevy Tahoe, one of the most popular SUVs sold in the US. The Tahoe boasts better fuel economy over its competitors, and the Tahoe Hybrid can cost close to $65K. The Chevy Tahoe also won an award from Consumer Guides as a Best Buy; also unfortunately one of the most stolen.

9. GMC Yukon XL – 6.0 The 2010 GMC Yukon XL is an excellent choice for families who require a really big SUV with plenty of seating, towing and cargo powers. Its massive size is also an attraction for car thieves, with approximately 6 out of every 1,000 stolen.

8. Hummer H2 – 6.2 The now defunct Hummer brand remains a popular choice. The more cost-attractive H3 that came out in 2006 hasn’t proved as interesting to thieves as the massive road beast H2. A trendy choice of sports figures and hip-hop artists, the H2 is a nice ride, for those who purchased it legally.

7. Nissan Maxima – 6.5 The first sedan to hit the list is Nissan’s Maxima. The 2010 Maxima was ranked 16th out of 21 upscale midsize cars by the US News. Despite the poor consumer usage reports, the sporty Maxima with the various trim packages make it one of the most fun cars to drive in its class.

6. GMC Sierra Crew Cab – 6.7 The 4-door, 6-passenger full size GMC pickup is one of two top 10 most stolen trucks of 2010. The pick-up is often targeted for its versatility and for its use in other crimes. Trucks and vans are easily cloned and made to look like legitimate utility or delivery vehicles, making them a great target for criminals.

5. Infiniti G47 Coupe – 7.1 Infiniti’s website calls this vehicle “effortless in its exhilaration and intense in its seduction.” We’re still talking about just a vehicle, right? The bold style and sleek look of this sporty car can attract the ogles of the most unscrupulous pair of eyes.

4. Chevrolet Avalanche – 7.4 Another large truck on the road, the Avalanche, technically considered a cross-over in sport utility trucks, has the attractive storage and capacity options of a full-size truck with the features and roomy interior of an upscale SUV. A pricey vehicle, starting at close to $40K, the Avalanche is in the top ten list for the first time.

3. Dodge Charger – 7.4 Equaling the Avalanche at 7.4 stolen out of every 1,000, Dodge’s “muscle” car, the Charger, hits the list at number 3. Its throwback sporty design and heavy duty engine make it one of the most fashionable cars to steal.

2. Chevy Silverado – 8.0 The Silverado is reasonably priced and dependable, making it one of the most purchased trucks out there today. With so many on the road, you would figure some of them would have to be stolen, right?

1. Cadillac Escalade – 10.8 Our reigning champ is Cadillac’s Escalade. The giant luxury SUV has been atop the list since 2002, and it doesn’t seem to be going anywhere soon, hitting double digits with the amount stolen for every 1,000. Starting at $60K and going up to close to $200K, this opulent SUV is hard to insure, but easy to steal.

Insurance costs depend heavily on the theft rate of the cars. That’s why websites like Kanetix help you find the cheapest car insurance.

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