This page lists 100 cars that start with C, from “Camaro” to “Calibra”. The list covers sports cars, family sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, minivans and luxury models from brands around the world. You can use it to research your next purchase, settle a quiz question, or discover models you have never heard of.

Cars are road vehicles that carry people, usually on four wheels and powered by an engine or an electric motor. The Chevrolet “Corvette”, launched in 1953, shows how long a single model can stay in production, with more than seven decades on the road.

Below you’ll find the table with the car name, brand, type, production years and description for each model.

Car: The model name, listed alphabetically, so you can quickly find a specific car or browse through all the models that start with C.

Brand: The company that builds or sells the car, which helps you compare models from the same maker and spot brands that appear more than once.

Type: The body style or class of the car, such as sports car, SUV or minivan, so you can find vehicles that suit your needs.

Production years: The years the car was built, shown as a range, so you can tell classics from current models and see which are still on sale.

Description: A short summary of what makes the car notable, including its history, engine or main strengths, so you know what to expect.

Cars

CarBrandTypeProduction years
CamaroChevroletSports car1966–2002, 2009–2024
CorvetteChevroletSports car1953–present
CorollaToyotaCompact car1966–present
CamryToyotaMidsize sedan1982–present
CivicHondaCompact car1972–present
ChargerDodgeMuscle car1966–1987, 2006–present
ChallengerDodgeMuscle car1970–1974, 2008–2023
CayennePorscheSUV2002–present
CaymanPorscheSports car2005–present
Carrera GTPorscheSupercar2004–2006
CherokeeJeepSUV1974–2023
CompassJeepCompact SUV2006–present
CruzeChevroletCompact car2008–2023
CavalierChevroletCompact car1982–2005
CapriceChevroletFull-size sedan1965–1996
ChevelleChevroletMuscle car1964–1977
ColoradoChevroletPickup truck2004–present
CobaltChevroletCompact car2004–2010
CitationChevroletCompact car1979–1985
CorvairChevroletCompact car1960–1969
CaptivaChevroletSUV2006–2018
ChevetteChevroletSubcompact1975–1987
CelebrityChevroletMidsize car1982–1990
CorsicaChevroletCompact car1987–1996
CorsaOpel/VauxhallSupermini1982–present
ClioRenaultSupermini1990–present
CapturRenaultCrossover2013–present
C1CitroënCity car2005–2022
C3CitroënSupermini2002–present
C4CitroënCompact car2004–present
C5CitroënLarge family car2001–2017
C5 AircrossCitroënCompact SUV2018–present
C6CitroënExecutive car2005–2012
C-ElyséeCitroënCompact sedan2012–present
CountrymanMiniCrossover2010–present
ClubmanMiniSmall estate2007–2024
Continental GTBentleyGrand tourer2003–present
CullinanRolls-RoyceLuxury SUV2018–present
CornicheRolls-RoyceLuxury coupe1971–1995
CamargueRolls-RoyceLuxury coupe1975–1986
CountachLamborghiniSupercar1974–1990
CentenarioLamborghiniSupercar2016–2017
Crown VictoriaFordFull-size sedan1992–2011
ContourFordMidsize sedan1995–2000
CapriFordCoupe1968–1986
CortinaFordFamily car1962–1982
ConsulFordFamily car1951–1962
C-MaxFordCompact MPV2003–2019
CougarMercuryCoupe1967–2002
CrownToyotaSedan1955–present
CelicaToyotaSports coupe1970–2006
CoronaToyotaFamily sedan1957–2001
CarinaToyotaFamily sedan1970–2001
CressidaToyotaMidsize car1976–1992
C-HRToyotaCrossover2016–2023
CenturyToyotaLuxury sedan1967–present
CubeNissanBoxy hatchback1998–2019
CedricNissanLuxury sedan1960–2014
CefiroNissanMidsize sedan1988–2004
CityHondaSubcompact sedan1981–present
CR-VHondaCompact SUV1995–present
CR-ZHondaHybrid coupe2010–2016
ClarityHondaAlternative-fuel sedan2016–2021
ColtMitsubishiSupermini1962–2012
CarismaMitsubishiCompact car1995–2004
CappuccinoSuzukiKei roadster1991–1997
CelerioSuzukiCity car2008–present
CiazSuzukiCompact sedan2014–present
CharadeDaihatsuSupermini1977–2000
CopenDaihatsuKei roadster2002–2012, 2014–present
CeedKiaCompact hatchback2006–present
CeratoKiaCompact car2003–present
CarnivalKiaMinivan1998–present
CarensKiaCompact MPV1999–present
CretaHyundaiCompact SUV2014–present
CTSCadillacLuxury sedan2002–2019
CT5CadillacLuxury sedan2019–present
CT4CadillacLuxury sedan2019–present
CT6CadillacFull-size luxury sedan2016–2020
CateraCadillacLuxury sedan1997–2001
CimarronCadillacCompact car1981–1988
ConcordeChryslerFull-size sedan1993–2004
CrossfireChryslerSports coupe2003–2008
CordobaChryslerPersonal luxury coupe1975–1983
CaravanDodgeMinivan1983–2020
CaliberDodgeCompact hatchback2006–2012
CoronetDodgeMidsize car1949–1976
CobraAC / ShelbySports car1962–1968
ChironBugattiHypercar2016–2024
CutlassOldsmobileMidsize car1961–1999
CybertruckTeslaElectric pickup2023–present
CanyonGMCPickup truck2004–present
CaddyVolkswagenCompact van1980–present
CorradoVolkswagenSport coupe1988–1995
CLAMercedes-BenzCompact sedan2013–present
CLSMercedes-BenzFour-door coupe2004–present
CX-5MazdaCompact SUV2012–present
CX-30MazdaSubcompact SUV2019–present
C40VolvoElectric crossover2021–2024
CalibraOpelSport coupe1989–1997

Descriptions

Camaro
Chevrolet’s rear-wheel-drive muscle car, built to rival the Ford Mustang. It came in V6 and V8 versions and was a fixture of American street and track racing.
Corvette
America’s long-running sports car, known for its fiberglass body and V8 power. Recent generations moved the engine behind the driver.
Corolla
One of the best-selling cars in history, known for reliability and low running costs. It has been sold in dozens of countries across many generations.
Camry
A comfortable, dependable family sedan that has often topped US sales charts for midsize cars. It is known for durability and resale value.
Civic
Honda’s compact car, loved for fuel efficiency, sharp handling and strong reliability. Sporty Si and Type R versions have a loyal following.
Charger
A Dodge nameplate that started as a two-door muscle car and later became a four-door performance sedan. It is known for big Hemi V8 engines.
Challenger
A retro-styled two-door muscle coupe that revived Dodge’s 1970s pony car. It was offered with V6 and powerful V8 engines, including supercharged Hellcat models.
Cayenne
Porsche’s first SUV, which helped fund the company’s growth. It combines off-road ability with sports-car performance and comes in hybrid and Turbo versions.
Cayman
A mid-engine coupe from Porsche, praised for balanced handling. It is the fixed-roof sibling of the Boxster roadster.
Carrera GT
A limited-production supercar with a V10 engine derived from a racing project. It is known for its manual gearbox and demanding handling.
Cherokee
A Jeep SUV that moved from a boxy off-roader to a modern unibody crossover. The 1984 XJ version is a classic among off-road fans.
Compass
Jeep’s smaller, more car-like SUV, made for city driving with some off-road ability. The current version is sold worldwide.
Cruze
A compact sedan and hatchback sold in many countries as Chevrolet’s global small car. It replaced the Cobalt in the US.
Cavalier
An affordable American compact sold as a coupe, sedan, wagon and convertible. It was a common first car for many buyers.
Caprice
A roomy American full-size sedan, popular as a family car, taxi and police cruiser. The late 1990s Caprice was the last of the big rear-drive Chevy sedans.
Chevelle
A midsize Chevrolet best known for the Super Sport versions with big-block V8 engines. It is a major classic muscle car.
Colorado
A midsize pickup truck from Chevrolet. It handles daily driving and light work, with off-road ZR2 trims available.
Cobalt
A small, inexpensive Chevrolet sedan and coupe that replaced the Cavalier. The SS Supercharged version was a surprisingly quick hot hatch alternative.
Citation
A front-wheel-drive Chevrolet compact that was an early GM bet on smaller cars. It sold in large numbers but had quality problems.
Corvair
An unusual American car with a rear-mounted, air-cooled engine. It became famous for safety criticism in the 1960s.
Captiva
A midsize crossover sold in many markets, with optional seven-seat layouts. It was mainly aimed at families outside North America.
Chevette
A small, cheap Chevrolet hatchback based on a global GM design. It was a popular budget car in the US and Brazil.
Celebrity
A practical front-wheel-drive family sedan and wagon. It sold well to fleets and families in the 1980s.
Corsica
A straightforward Chevrolet sedan and hatchback of the late 1980s and early 1990s. It was a common rental and family car.
Corsa
A small European hatchback sold as an Opel or Vauxhall. It is one of the most popular small cars in Britain and Germany.
Clio
Renault’s best-selling small hatchback, a regular on European sales charts. The Clio has won several Car of the Year awards.
Captur
A small crossover based on the Clio. It offers a higher seating position and a sliding rear bench in some models.
C1
A tiny city car built with Peugeot and Toyota, sharing its design with the 107 and Aygo. It was cheap to run and easy to park.
C3
A small Citroën hatchback that has grown into a bright, comfort-focused family car. Recent versions come with colorful trims and Airbump panels.
C4
A compact hatchback that has become a crossover-style model in its latest form. It focuses on ride comfort over sporty handling.
C5
A large sedan and estate known for its Hydractive suspension and smooth ride. It was Citroën’s main rival to executive family cars.
C5 Aircross
A roomy, comfortable SUV with the brand’s Advanced Comfort suspension. It also has three individual rear seats.
C6
A flagship luxury sedan with a distinctive, curved design and air suspension. It sold in small numbers.
C-Elysée
A low-cost sedan built for emerging markets and some European buyers. It has a large trunk and a simple cabin.
Countryman
The largest Mini, built as a small crossover with room for five. It’s the Mini most suitable for families.
Clubman
A longer Mini with a small rear door pair and split rear doors. It offered more cargo space than the standard hatchback.
Continental GT
A luxury two-door coupe with a powerful W12 or V8 engine. It rebuilt Bentley’s modern identity under Volkswagen ownership.
Cullinan
Rolls-Royce’s first SUV, named after a famous diamond. It combines a serene ride with off-road capability and a very high price.
Corniche
A hand-built two-door Rolls-Royce, offered as a coupe and convertible. It was one of the brand’s most prestigious open-top cars.
Camargue
A large two-door Rolls-Royce styled by Pininfarina and sold at a very high price. It was the first Rolls-Royce with metric measurements.
Countach
A wedge-shaped Lamborghini with scissor doors, famous as a poster car of the 1980s. Its V12 engine sits behind the seats.
Centenario
A limited-edition Lamborghini built to celebrate the founder’s 100th birthday. Only 40 were produced.
Crown Victoria
A large rear-drive Ford sedan used by police and taxi fleets. It is known for its toughness and V8 engine.
Contour
A Ford sedan based on the European Mondeo. It handled well but sold only in modest numbers.
Capri
A European Ford coupe often called the ‘European Mustang’. It was affordable and sold in large numbers across Europe.
Cortina
A hugely popular British family sedan and estate. For many years it was among the best-selling cars in the UK.
Consul
An early postwar Ford of Britain family sedan. It was one of the first modern British Fords with a more advanced engine design.
C-Max
A compact people carrier with a flexible interior. In the US it was sold as a hybrid wagon.
Cougar
A Mercury coupe that began as a more luxurious cousin of the Mustang. Later it became a sedan and then a small sports coupe.
Crown
One of Toyota’s oldest names, a comfortable sedan popular as a company car and taxi in Japan. It now also includes crossover versions.
Celica
A stylish, affordable Toyota coupe known for its rally versions such as the GT-Four. It was very popular worldwide.
Corona
A Toyota family sedan that helped build the brand’s reputation in the 1960s and 1970s. It was sold in many global markets.
Carina
A mainstream Toyota sedan, slightly sportier than the Corona. It was particularly common in Japan and Europe.
Cressida
A rear-drive Toyota sedan positioned above the Camry. It was well equipped and known for smooth six-cylinder engines.
C-HR
A small crossover with a bold, angular design and hybrid options. Its name stands for Coupe High-Rider.
Century
Japan’s prestige limousine, built by hand with a V12 engine for decades. It is often used by executives and officials.
Cube
A small, square-shaped Nissan hatchback with an asymmetric rear window. It was designed for Japanese city driving and became a quirky favorite.
Cedric
A long-running Japanese sedan, popular with taxi firms and buyers who wanted a spacious rear-drive car. It shared parts with the Gloria.
Cefiro
A rear-drive Nissan sedan, sold in some markets as the Maxima or Cefiro. It was popular with drift fans in Japan.
City
A small Honda sedan, widely sold in Asia, the Middle East and Latin America. It is known for low costs and a roomy cabin.
CR-V
One of the world’s best-selling SUVs, noted for its practicality and reliability. It has been a family favorite for decades.
CR-Z
A small two-seat-plus-rear-bench hybrid coupe. It offered a manual gearbox with electric assistance.
Clarity
A Honda sedan sold in hydrogen fuel-cell, plug-in hybrid and electric versions. It was a showcase for Honda’s green technology.
Colt
A Mitsubishi small car sold under this name across many generations. The Colt was an economical hatchback in Europe and Australia.
Carisma
A solid compact family car sold in Europe, built with Volvo in the Netherlands. It focused on reliability rather than style.
Cappuccino
A tiny rear-drive convertible built to Japanese kei car rules. It had a turbocharged three-cylinder engine and a removable roof.
Celerio
A small, economical Suzuki hatchback sold in India, Europe and elsewhere. It is known for low costs and good fuel economy.
Ciaz
A spacious Suzuki sedan sold mostly in India and nearby markets. It aims at buyers who want a practical car with low running costs.
Charade
A small, economical Daihatsu hatchback famous for its fuel-efficient three-cylinder engine. It also had a turbocharged GTti version.
Copen
A tiny two-seat convertible with a folding metal roof. It is made for Japan’s kei car class.
Ceed
Kia’s compact hatchback, designed and built in Europe. It is sold with hatchback, estate and sporty GT versions.
Cerato
Kia’s compact sedan and hatchback, known as the Forte in some markets. It is valued for features and a long warranty.
Carnival
A large Kia people carrier, also sold as the Sedona. Recent versions mix minivan space with an SUV-like look.
Carens
A compact Kia people carrier with flexible seating. It is a practical choice for small families.
Creta
A popular Hyundai compact SUV, particularly strong in India, Brazil and Russia. It balances price, size and equipment.
CTS
A sharp-handling rear-drive Cadillac that helped the brand compete with German luxury cars. The CTS-V had a supercharged V8.
CT5
A midsize Cadillac sedan that replaced the CTS and ATS. It offers V6 turbo power and a high-performance V version.
CT4
A compact Cadillac sport sedan with rear-wheel drive. The CT4-V Blackwing is a high-performance version.
CT6
A large Cadillac sedan with lightweight aluminum construction. It was offered with a twin-turbo V6 and a hybrid system.
Catera
A rear-drive Cadillac based on a German Opel Omega. It was Cadillac’s entry-level model in the late 1990s.
Cimarron
A small Cadillac based on the Chevrolet Cavalier. It is often cited as a notable example of badge engineering.
Concorde
A roomy front-drive Chrysler sedan with a cab-forward design. It was known for its spacious cabin and smooth ride.
Crossfire
A two-seat coupe sharing its mechanical base with the Mercedes-Benz SLK. It has a distinctive tapered rear end.
Cordoba
A mid-1970s luxury coupe famous for its plush ‘Corinthian leather’ ads. It sold strongly at launch.
Caravan
A pioneer of the modern minivan, it helped define family transport for decades. Its Grand Caravan version was a staple on American roads.
Caliber
A compact hatchback that replaced the Neon. It was cheap but criticized for its cabin quality.
Coronet
A long-running Dodge sedan that became a muscle car in the Super Bee and R/T versions. It came with big V8 engines.
Cobra
A British roadster body fitted with a Ford V8 by Carroll Shelby. It is one of the best-known sports cars from the 1960s.
Chiron
A Bugatti hypercar with a quad-turbo 8.0-liter W16 engine. It is capable of speeds above 260 mph.
Cutlass
One of America’s best-selling cars in the 1970s, offered in many body styles. The Cutlass Supreme was especially popular.
Cybertruck
An angular electric pickup with stainless steel panels and a flat design. It offers fast acceleration and a large cargo bed.
Canyon
A midsize GMC pickup, closely related to the Chevrolet Colorado. It comes with more upscale trims such as Denali.
Caddy
A small Volkswagen delivery van and people carrier. It started as a pickup based on the Golf.
Corrado
A front-drive Volkswagen coupe known for its handling and its supercharged G60 and VR6 engines. It remains popular with enthusiasts.
CLA
A swoopy four-door coupe-style car at Mercedes-Benz’s entry level. It shares its platform with the A-Class.
CLS
The car that popularized the four-door coupe body style. It mixes a sporty roofline with sedan practicality.
CX-5
Mazda’s best-selling vehicle, praised for its handling and refined cabin. It competes with the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4.
CX-30
A small Mazda crossover that sits between the CX-3 and CX-5. It mixes stylish design with good road manners.
C40
A fully electric Volvo with a sloping roofline. It was later renamed the EX40.
Calibra
A sleek Opel coupe with an unusually low drag coefficient for its time. It was sold in Britain as the Vauxhall Calibra.
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