The most-stolen cars in Colorado in 2025
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If you own a 2004 Chevy Silverado and live in Denver, you might want to invest in extra security.
The big picture: The model was the most stolen car in Colorado last year, while Denver led the entire state in auto thefts, data shared this month by Colorado State Patrol shows.
- The 2004 edition was the most frequently stolen.
State of play: Overall, car thefts are trending downward, with 2025 seeing a 34% dip from the previous year — the third straight year of declining auto thefts.
Zoom out: The state's largest cities recorded the most car thefts, topped by Denver, Aurora and Colorado Springs, with Pueblo and Lakewood rounding out the top five.
- Despite leading the state, reported car thefts fell in Denver last year.
The ideal theft prevention routine is simple: Lock your car and take the keys with you.