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Report: In March these cars, trucks sold the fastest in Seattle

By Alex Halverson, SeattlePI

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In February, the fastest-selling new car in Seattle was the Nissan Rogue. But in March, a different Nissan took over that spot, punting the rest of the top five back a few spaces and some of it out of the top spots, according to a new report.

The fastest-selling cars in January largely leaned toward luxury brands and that trend continued in February among used cars. In March, the trend in new cars continued toward mid-size SUVs, according to automotive research firm iSeeCars.com.

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But another type of car began creeping to the top of the rankings -- electric vehicles.

“While the demand for large SUVs and luxury vehicles has continued for the third consecutive month, many alternative fuel vehicles debuted on the list as gas prices continue to rise,” iSeeCars executive analyst Karl Brauer said. 

Nationally, the Chevrolet Corvette took the top spot, just as it did in January and February.

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The average days to sell most cars also shrank, showing that overall cars and trucks sold much more quickly in March than February, the latter of which had cars languishing on lots longer than in January. Brauer said this could be because of more people getting stimulus checks and trying to get ahead of inventory shortages.

To see the fastest-selling cars and trucks from March in Seattle, keep scrolling.

Fastest-selling new cars

This photo provided by Honda shows the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. The Honda CR-V Hybrid and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid are similar in fuel economy, power and practicality according to Edmunds. Each is a smart buy for a fuel-efficient SUV. (Wes Allison/Honda via AP)
This photo provided by Honda shows the 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid. The Honda CR-V Hybrid and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid are similar in fuel economy, power and practicality according to Edmunds. Each is a smart buy for a fuel-efficient SUV. (Wes Allison/Honda via AP)Wes Allison/Associated Press

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5. Honda CR-V

Average days to sell: 15.8

Toyota's 4Runner TRD Pro shows off its skid plate as the SUV runs an off-road course developed for this year’s Texas Truck Rodeo.
Toyota's 4Runner TRD Pro shows off its skid plate as the SUV runs an off-road course developed for this year’s Texas Truck Rodeo.courtesy of Kevin McCauley

4. Toyota 4Runner

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Average days to sell: 15.5

The Nissan Sentra was America’s sixth best-selling sedan in 2019, just behind the No. 5 Altima, according to IHS Markit. The 2020 model kicked off the Sentra’s eighth generation.

The Nissan Sentra was America’s sixth best-selling sedan in 2019, just behind the No. 5 Altima, according to IHS Markit. The 2020 model kicked off the Sentra’s eighth generation.

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3. Nissan Sentra

Average days to sell: 15.4

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2. Toyota Sienna

Average days to sell: 13.7

The 2021 Nissan Altima has a respectable 25/34 fuel economy.

The 2021 Nissan Altima has a respectable 25/34 fuel economy.

Nissan News / Contributed photos

1. Nissan Altima

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Average days to sell: 12.1

Fastest-selling used cars

The 2016 Mini Clubman has been resdesigned, and is larger and roomier. It has four full-size side doors, along with the split rear cargo doors. The car seats up to five people.
The 2016 Mini Clubman has been resdesigned, and is larger and roomier. It has four full-size side doors, along with the split rear cargo doors. The car seats up to five people.Mini USA

5. MINI Clubman

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Average days to sell: 24.6

2020 Subaru Forester, compact utility
2020 Subaru Forester, compact utilitySubaru

4. Subaru Forester

Average days to sell: 24.2

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Texas House Bill 427 will help to recoup infrastructure costs from hybrid and electric vehicle drivers who currently pay little or no gas taxes.

Texas House Bill 427 will help to recoup infrastructure costs from hybrid and electric vehicle drivers who currently pay little or no gas taxes.

Patrick T. Fallon /Bloomberg

3. Tesla Model 3

Average days to sell: 23.1

CHICAGO - FEBRUARY 10: 2017 Subaru Impreza is on display at the 109th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on February 10, 2017. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)

CHICAGO - FEBRUARY 10: 2017 Subaru Impreza is on display at the 109th Annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois on February 10, 2017. (Photo By Raymond Boyd/Getty Images)

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2. Subaru Impreza

Average days to sell: 22.5

Equipped with a trailer tow package, the 2020 Ford Ranger can pull up to 7,500 pounds.

Equipped with a trailer tow package, the 2020 Ford Ranger can pull up to 7,500 pounds.

Eric Perry Photography

1. Ford Ranger

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Average days to sell: 19.2

Alex is a senior producer for the SeattlePI.