Awards

Meet the Winners
Our jury of 20+ automotive experts considered every vehicle available for Canadians to buy and voted on the best ones. Our experts are confident recommending these winners and they represent best buys for 2026, according to the country’s most trusted automotive awards.*
Most trusted awards program according to a 2023 Ipsos Research Automotive Awards Study
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2023 Best Compact Luxury Car: BMW i4
In a sign of the times, this is the first time an EV has won in this category.

2023 Best Family Sedan: Honda Accord
Even with a brand-new model on the way, the Honda Accord still manages to impress.

2023 Best Minivan: Toyota Sienna
With its efficient hybrid powertrain and massive practicality, there’s a lot to like about the family-friendly Sienna.

2023 Best Subcompact Luxury SUV: Genesis GV60
This is the first time an EV has won in this category, and the GV60 sets the bar high not just for EVs, but for its segment as a whole.

2023 Best Compact Luxury SUV: Genesis GV70
SUV impresses with its winning combination of unique style, poised driving dynamics, luxurious interiors, and undeniable value.

2023 Best Subcompact SUV: Subaru Crosstrek
The Crosstrek offers Canadian drivers lots of value for the money in a practical and capable package.

2023 AutoTrader Awards: Finalists Revealed for Canada’s Most Trusted Automotive Awards
Each of these vehicles goes above and beyond to raise the bar.

2022 Best Subcompact SUV: Mazda CX-30
A smart choice for consumers who value safety, build quality, and fuel efficiency

2022 Best Compact Luxury Car: Genesis G70
A world-class driving experience

2022 Best Luxury Subcompact SUV: Volvo XC40
Handsome styling, clean and smart interior, plenty of tech, and a dose of Swedish sensibility

2022 Most Trusted SUV: Toyota RAV4
One of the original compact crossovers, with a reputation for a trouble-free ownership experience

2022 Most Trusted Car: Honda Civic
Drivers and experts agree: the Civic is Canada’s Choice

2022 Best Vehicle for Adventure: Ford Bronco
Back and better than ever, this rugged SUV is ready to explore.

2022 Best Overall SUV: Genesis GV70
A head-turning, overachieving SUV

2022 Best New Technology Innovation: Ford Pro Power Onboard
Ford’s onboard inverter might not be fancy, but it gets the job done.

2022 Best Overall Car: Honda Civic
Consistently Canada’s best-selling passenger car for good reason.

2022 Best Wagon: Volvo V60/V60 Cross Country
Beautiful and practical

2022 Best Luxury 2-Row SUV: Genesis GV70
Raising the bar not only for the brand but for the segment as a whole.

2022 Best Performance Car Under $50K: Mazda MX-5
A uniquely joyful experience behind the wheel

2022 Best Performance Car Over $50K: Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
The mid-engine exotic sports car, democratized

2022 Best Compact Car: Honda Civic
The Civic’s looks may be new, but its appearance in these awards is not.

2022 Most Trusted Automaker: Toyota
A reputation for building dependable and reliable cars translates to real value for drivers.

2022 Best Overall Truck: Ford F-150
New generation of Ford’s best-seller can be configured to tackle any job with aplomb.

2022 Best 2-Row SUV: Subaru Outback
A near-perfect balance of practicality, versatility, safety, and value

2022 Best Family Sedan: Honda Accord
A well-rounded blend of performance, practicality, comfort, and convenience

2022 Best Large Luxury Car: Genesis G80
Style. The G80 has got it.

2022 Most Trusted Truck: Ford F-150
Drivers are voting with their wallets and the F-150 is a clear winner.

2022 Best Green Vehicle Under $50K: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid / RAV4 Prime
Effortlessly usable by regular Canadians on a day-to-day basis

2022 Best Luxury 3-Row SUV: Genesis GV80
Bold, handsome, and true to the brand.

2022 Best Green Vehicle Over $50K: Ford Mustang Mach-E
A well-rounded EV that goes above and beyond expectations

2022 Best Compact/Midsize Truck: Hyundai Santa Cruz
Hyundai’s new truck picks up a win right out of the gate.

2022 Best Minivan: Chrysler Pacifica / Grand Caravan
The winner for the sixth year in a row, assembled right here in Canada.

2022 Best 3-Row SUV: Kia Telluride
Kia’s family-friendly SUV wins for the second year in a row.

2022 Best Full-Size Truck: Ford F-150
The new Ford F-150 checks all the right boxes.

2022 Most Trusted Green Vehicle: Toyota Prius
Simple, reliable operation and incredible efficiency.

2022 Best New Safety Innovation: GM Super Cruise 2.0
A well-executed system that improves safety and makes the task of driving easier on the driver

2022 AutoTrader.ca Awards Finalists
Meet the finalists of this year's AutoTrader.ca Awards

2021 Best Subcompact Luxury SUV: Volvo XC40
Running circles around the competition

2021 Best Wagon: Volvo V60 / V60 Cross Country
Sidestepping the mainstream

2021 Best Green Vehicle Over $50,000: Porsche Taycan
EV par excellence

2021 Best Compact Car: Mazda3 / Mazda3 Sport
Punches above its weight

2021 Best 3-Row Luxury SUV: Genesis GV80
Came in like a wrecking ball

2021 Best Minivan: Chrysler Pacifica / Grand Caravan
Schooling the competition

2021 Best Green Vehicle Under $50,000: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid / RAV4 Prime
Easy to live with, easy to recommend



