2026 AutoTrader Awards Reveal the Best Vehicles to Buy in Canada

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AutoTrader announced the winners of the 2026 AutoTrader Awards, spotlighting the best vehicles to buy in Canada as chosen by the country’s leading automotive experts. The awards cut through the choice overload and highlight vehicles that set the standard for excellence across every major segment, helping Canadians make more confident car-buying decisions.

“AutoTrader is Canada’s largest and most trusted automotive marketplace, and everything we do is designed to empower Canadians throughout their car-buying journey,” said Jodi Lai, Editor-in-Chief of AutoTrader. “The AutoTrader Awards provide car shoppers with unbiased, expert recommendations they can trust.”

As the country’s most comprehensive automotive awards, the AutoTrader Awards span 28 categories, with winners selected by an independent jury of more than 20 automotive journalists from across Canada. Jurors vote for vehicles they would most confidently recommend to their own family and friends.

Winning vehicles stand out by delivering exceptional all-around performance. Judges evaluate real-world criteria that matters to you, including value, practicality, user-friendliness, performance, safety, innovation, and overall excellence. While every vehicle available for sale is eligible, only those that truly raise the bar earn an AutoTrader Award.

“With so many strong options on the market, choosing the right vehicle can feel overwhelming,” added Lai. “The AutoTrader Awards cut through the noise, giving Canadians a trusted starting point when researching their next car.”

From trucks and SUVs to electric vehicles, hybrids, family haulers, sports cars and more, the 2026 AutoTrader Awards recognize the best vehicles for every driver and lifestyle, cementing their place as Canada’s most trusted and influential automotive awards*.

2026 AutoTrader Award Category Winners:

Best Overall Car Honda Civic / Civic Hybrid
Best Overall SUV Toyota RAV4
Best Overall Truck Ford Maverick / Hybrid
Best Overall Green Vehicle Hyundai Ioniq 9
Canada’s Most Trusted Car Brand** Toyota
Best Small Car Honda Civic / Hybrid
Best Family Sedan Toyota Camry
Best Wagon Audi A6 Allroad / RS 6 Avant
Best Compact Luxury Car BMW 4 Series / i4
Best Large Luxury Car BMW 5 Series / i5 / PHEV
Best Mainstream Performance Car Mazda MX-5
Best Premium Performance Car Porsche 911
Best Subcompact SUV Subaru Crosstrek
Best Compact SUV Toyota RAV4
Best Mid-Size SUV Hyundai Ioniq 9
Best Full-Size SUV Chevrolet Suburban / Tahoe
Best Subcompact Luxury SUV BMW X1
Best Compact Luxury SUV BMW X3
Best Mid-Size Luxury SUV Porsche Cayenne / E-Hybrid
Best Full-Size Luxury SUV Cadillac Escalade / IQ
Best Minivan Toyota Sienna
Best Compact / Mid-Size Truck Ford Maverick / Hybrid
Best Full-Size Truck Ford F-150 / Hybrid / Lightning
Best Mainstream EV Hyundai Ioniq 9
Best Premium EV Lucid Gravity
Best Hybrid Toyota Prius
Best PHEV Toyota Prius PHEV
Best Vehicle for Adventure Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

 

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