Subaru Forester – 2025 Semi-Finalist

The fully redesigned 2025 Subaru Forester adds more safety features, fresh styling and new interior appointments to what was an already compelling package. A 2.5-liter boxer four-cylinder engine still makes 180 horsepower, though the torque has been boosted up to 178 lb-ft. Subaru’s classic symmetrical all-wheel drive system is still here offering a sure footed driving experience for all who are interested. Juror’s Opinion – Andrew McCredie had this to say at Driving.ca: “After spending a dusty day behind the wheel of the all-new Forester, it didn’t surprise me to learn that one in four Subarus sold in Canada in …

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Genesis G70 – 2025 Semi-Finalist

The Genesis G70 offers a sporty experience meant to take on the established brands from Germany and an update makes the G70 better with a more powerful base engine. You can also get a turbocharged 3.3L turbocharged V6 that makes 365 horsepower and 376 lb-ft of torque. With luxury appointments inside and a swoopy exterior design, the Genesis G70 competes with the best while offering a lower starting price tag. Juror’s Opinion – Elle Alder had this to say in a video on Driving.ca: “It’s a car that rides with the comfort of a larger car without needing to be …

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Genesis G80 – 2025 Semi-Finalist

A top-end luxury sedan, the Genesis G80 offers sleek looks, a sumptuous interior and two different engine options along with a fully electrified version.  Opt for the larger 3.3-liter turbocharged V6 and you’ll get 375 horsepower and 391 lb-ft of torque. For 2025, this sedan has been facelifted with some new interior appointments and fresh styling on the exterior. Juror’s Opinion – David Booth had this to say at Driving.ca: “Genesis’ G80 has long been an unsung hero amongst Asian luxury sedans. Sleek of look, luxurious of interior, it offers good (but no longer excellent) value, decent performance and, if …

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Toyota Prius – 2025 Semi-Finalist

After having just undergone a massive update including new sexy styling that has firmly cemented the Prius as a looker, the 2025 version of the car brings all that to a new model year mostly unchanged. Power comes from a 2.0L four-cylinder engine and two electric motors, delivering a combined 196 horsepower and also an official rating of 4.8L/100KM combined. Juror’s Opinion – Matt St-Pierre had this to say on Motorillustrated.com: “The 2024 Toyota Prius is an exceptional car in every respect. It’s no wonder it’s winning awards left and right. It combines efficiency, performance, handling, and styling in a …

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