Saudi’s Top 10 Best-Selling SUVs in 2024: Who Took the Lead?

Saudi Arabia : A fresh episode of Top Ten reveals the most popular SUVs in KSA for 2024—full of surprises, loyal favorites, and rising challengers.

• Toyota RAV4 leads the SUV sales chart with over 17,000 units.
• Ford Territory ranks high, showing growing trust in American crossovers.
• Nissan and Kia secure mid-list spots with practical models.

The Saudi SUV market is known for its diversity, with buyers valuing comfort, size, and performance. In the latest Top Ten episode, titled “What are the 10 best-selling SUVs in Saudi Arabia in 2024?”, the program breaks down official sales data to reveal which models won over KSA drivers. 

From reliable Japanese names to strong American and Korean contenders, the list provides an interesting look at how buying trends are evolving in the Kingdom.

The 2024 Top Ten SUV List in Saudi Arabia

Below is the ranking of the 10 best-selling SUVs in Saudi Arabia based on official sales numbers:

• 1st Place: Toyota RAV4 – 17,321 units.
• 2nd Place: Toyota Land Cruiser – 17,143 units.
• 3rd Place: Ford Territory – 15,827 units.
• 4th Place: Toyota Fortuner – 14,358 units.
• 5th Place: Nissan X-Trail – 10,557 units.
• 6th Place: Nissan Patrol – 8,593 units.
• 7th Place: Kia Sportage – 8,553 units.
• 8th Place: Hyundai Tucson – 8,429 units.
• 9th Place: Toyota Highlander – 7,091 units.
• 10th Place: Chevrolet Tahoe – 5,088 units.

These rankings reflect total units sold in Saudi Arabia from January to the latest reporting period in 2024.

Toyota Continues Its KSA Reign

Toyota has dominated this year’s SUV sales in Saudi Arabia, with four models in the top ten. The RAV4 secured the top spot with 17,321 units sold, followed closely by the iconic Land Cruiser at 17,143. The Fortuner and Highlander also found strong support, showing that Toyota continues to meet Saudi needs in both city and off-road driving.

The Land Cruiser’s second-place finish, despite being a premium SUV, highlights the Kingdom’s long-standing love for power, durability, and desert-readiness. Meanwhile, the RAV4’s urban versatility and efficiency made it an ideal everyday choice, especially among families and commuters.

Strong Showings from Ford, Nissan, and Koreans

The Ford Territory took an impressive third place with 15,827 units sold, a surprise for many and proof that American compact SUVs are making a mark in KSA. Its modern design, good space, and competitive price likely played a big role in its success.

Nissan placed two models in the list, the practical X-Trail in fifth and the rugged Patrol in sixth, confirming its wide appeal to different driver types. From city rides to off-road trips, Nissan covered both ends.

Korean brands Kia and Hyundai also held their ground with the Sportage and Tucson, placing seventh and eighth respectively. Both are known for tech-packed cabins, sleek looks, and reliability—important traits for Saudi buyers today.

What the List Tells Us

The 2024 list confirms that Saudi SUV buyers still lean toward reliability, performance, and value. Japanese brands remain dominant, but the rise of Ford’s Territory and Korean models signals growing openness to variety.

With competition heating up and consumer tastes shifting, it will be interesting to see how the SUV market evolves in the next year.