2025

Acura Integra Type S – 2025 Finalist

Just a year after the Acura Integra was relaunched in North America we now have the Type S version, cranking up the performance and fun-to-drive nature of the car. Powering the car is tweaked version of the powerplant from the Honda Civic Type R, a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine making 320 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque. And bucking industry trends, a six-speed manual gearbox is the only transmission you can get in this car. The three attributes that stood out most to the Canadian Car of the Year Jurors are: Juror’s Opinion – Jay Kana had this to say …

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 N – 2025 Finalist

Hyundai is bringing the thrills to those interested in all-electric driving thanks to the N treatment of the Ioniq 5. Packing a whopping 641 horsepower, this hottest of hatchbacks can also travel 356 kilometers on a full charge. Hyundai has even brought some of the elements of gas-powered cars to this EV, including the feel of an eight-speed DCT gearbox with rev-matched downshifts. Our jurors selected these three attributes as stand outs on the Ioniq 5 N: Juror’s Opinion – Matthew Guy had this to say at Driving.ca: “By duplicating the physical kidney punch of a rev-matched downshift or cracking …

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BMW i4 – 2025 Finalist

The BMW i4 offers four doors, slick style and a healthy dose of power from its electric powerplant. With 396 horsepower and 443 lb-ft of torque on tap, the i4 can truly offer a thrilling driving experience while carrying you 494 kilometers on a charge. Some changes have recently arrived for the i4 as well including updated infotainment, to keep it current. The three aspects of the BMW i4 that stand out most to our judges are: Juror’s Opinion – Kyle Patrick had this to say at AutoGuide.com: “A week of winter did little to dull my admiration for the …

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Hyundai Santa Fe – 2025 Finalist

The Hyundai Santa Fe has embraced adventure with a rugged new design that shares nothing in common with the previous versions of this family hauler. A standard third row offers space for the whole family while power comes from a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine making 277 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, sent through an eight-speed automatic. A new XRT model also brings along more off-road focused equipment than ever before. The three attributes that stood out most to the jurors were: Juror’s Opinion – Stephen Elmer had this to say on the Truck King YouTube channel: “Overall I think …

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Fiat 500e – 2025 Finalist

The Fiat 500 is back and now it’s all-electric with the introduction of the 500e. Offering up to 227 kilometers of range from its 42-kWh battery, this small city car aims to please urban dwellers who don’t want to go back to the gas pump ever again. Weighing in at just 3000 pounds, this is the lightest passenger battery-electric vehicle on the market, and it keeps the iconic styling of the 500, inspired by the original 1950s Cinquecento. Canadian Car of the Year jurors identified three key areas that stand out on the 500e: Juror’s Opinion – Brian Harper had …

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Kia EV9 – 2025 Finalist

The Kia EV9 is still one of the few electrified vehicles on the market that offers a third row, giving larger families an option that doesn’t need gasoline. A 99.8 kWh battery pack provides a range up to 489 kilometers, while power output comes in at 379 horsepower and 516 lb-ft of torque. As more three-row electric family haulers hit the market, the Kia still stands out thanks to unique looks and spacious interior. Our jurors identified these three categories as stand outs on the Kia EV9: Juror’s Opinion – Matt St-Pierre had this to say on Motorillustrated.com: “While this …

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Mazda CX-70 – 2025 Finalist

The newly introduced Mazda CX-70 offers the same proportions as the larger CX-90 but ditches the third row in favour of cargo space for those interested. A 3.3L inline six-cylinder engine provides the power, either 280 hp and 332 lb-ft of torque in standard guise or 319 hp and 369 lb-ft from the high-output version, mated to a 48V mild hybrid system. As all other Mazdas do, the CX-70 prioritizes driving feel and enjoyment more than other crossovers in this segment. The three aspects of the CX-70 that stood out most to our jurors are: Juror’s Opinion – Jil Mcintosh …

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Honda Civic – 2025 Finalist

Honda’s perennial favourite, the Civic, is back for 2025 with updates that change the way it looks and bring along a new hybrid power plant. With that hybrid powertrain, the Civic manages 4.9L/100KM combined according to the official ratings while providing 200 horsepower and 232 lb-ft of torque. This new setup allows the Civic to better compete with its cross-town rival the Toyota Corolla much better as it also offers a hybrid powertrain. Canadian Car of the Year jurors said these three attributes stood out about the Civic: Juror’s Opinion – Jeff Wilson had this to say at AutoTrader.ca: “While …

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Mazda CX-70 PHEV – 2025 Finalist

Mazda has extended its plug-in hybrid offerings with the new CX-70 PHEV, offering a large crossover that brings lots of cargo space to the table along with the ability to drive up to 42 kilometers on electricity alone. Power comes in at 319 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque. For those dreaming of a fun to drive plug-in hybrid crossover, the CX-70 fits the bill perfectly. Our jurors say that these three features stand out on the CX-70 PHEV: Juror’s Opinion – Michel Crepault had this to say on Auto123.com: “In near-hairpin bends, the CX-70 turned without crashing into corners. …

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Lucid Air – 2025 Finalist

Lucid brought its all-electric Air to market in North America back in 2021 and four years later it still packs modern style and massive range numbers that outclass the competition. On a single charge the air manages an official rating of 823 kilometers while it also carries the distinction as the most efficient electric vehicle sold in North America. For those in the market for a full-size luxury electric sedan with huge range, the Lucid has to be considered. The three attributes that stand out most to our jurors are: Juror’s Opinion – Michael Bettencourt had this to say on …

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