2024 Canadian Car of the Year

The Toyota Prius has brand new skin that is hard to ignore. For the first time since its inception its seems that the exterior design was made to catch attention, but the ethos of the Prius hasn’t changed: sipping fuel. Rated at 4.8L/100KM combined by Natural Resources Canada, the Prius is still one of the best options for staying away from the gas station.

Making its return to the market after a long hiatus, the Acura Integra Type S looks to make a new name for it among sporty, luxury sedans. Packing a 2.0L VTEC turbocharged engine making 320 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque, the Type S delivers thrilling acceleration and great driver control thanks to a six-speed manual transmission.

The Honda Accord is a mainstay in the world of sedans and the 2024 model is fresh off a redesign that brings new looks and features to Honda’s stalwart family mover. New hybrid powertrain options have arrived and Honda is hoping to sell at least half of new Accords with an electrified powertrain. Handsome styling also defines the new Accord, an exciting departure from a boring past.

A new generation of car has arrived for the Subaru Impreza in 2024, though with its evolutionary approach to styling that might not be immediately clear. Under the surface though this car has received myriad technological updates in the name of safety and convenience. A 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine carries over making the same 152 hp and 145 lb-ft of torque as the previous car, though those so inclined can upgrade to a 2.5-liter four-cylinder that makes 182 hp and 178 lb-ft.

When the GR Corolla launched it was immediately clear that this was nothing like the Corolla that has long been called the boring appliance of the automotive world. Packing 300 horsepower from a turbocharged engine sent through a manual transmission, the GR Corolla celebrates Toyota’s rich racing heritage and provides drivers with a thrilling hot hatch.