2026 Canadian Electric Car of the Year – Canadian Car of the Year

Lucid Air – 2026 Finalist

The Lucid Air gets plenty of advancements for 2026 to keep it competitive in the luxury electric sedan market. More range and more interior comfort have arrived, along with hands-free driving capability. Lucid is still the new kid on the block, but with sleek styling, luxury appointments and excellent EV efficiency, the brand is quickly cementing itself as a mainstay. Juror Matt St-Pierre had this to say in his Lucid Air review published in Motorillustrated.com: “Lucid may be a startup, but they’ve built an EV that outshines legacy brands. The software has minor quirks, but those can be fixed over …

Porsche Taycan – 2026 Finalist

Porsche’s athletic player in the all-electric sedan market is the Taycan, and for 2026 it receives some subtle changes. The 2026 model now offers more charging power for your devices, a new sport sound system for the driver and new special edition models – to name some of the changes. With Porsche’s dedication to driving enjoyment, the Taycan offers precise handling combined with a responsive electric powertrain to deliver driving enjoyment. Juror Kyle Patrick had this to say in his Porsche Taycan review published in AutoGuide.com: “The Taycan is an excellent road-tripper, thanks to its power, its comfort, and a …

Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid – 2026 Finalist

The Toyota Prius Plug-In Hybrid offers customers one of the best values in a compact car segment, offering a little over 60km of EV mode range. For 2026, the Prius lineup adds new Nightshade blackout packages, kicking up the style on what is already a good looking car. Few vehicles have had a glow up like the Prius, combining its well-known efficiency with handsome style. Juror Jay Kana had this to say in his Toyota Prius Plug-In review published in Driving.ca: “Yes, it’s 220 horsepower which may not seem like a lot on paper, but it’s eager to get moving …

BMW i4 – 2026 Semi-Finalist

The 2026 BMW i4 continues BMW’s push into the electric sport sedan space with a host of updates. For 2026, the i4 arrives with more range, enhanced charging management and refreshed trim options. Multiple power outputs are available, ranging from the balanced eDrive40 to the high-performance M60 variant. The BMW i4 appeals to Canadian buyers who want an electric vehicle without sacrificing performance or luxury. Juror Andrew McCredie had this to say in his BMW i4 review published in Driving.ca: “Cosmetic and on-board tech aside, there’s no doubt, even just after a few days behind the wheel, that the i4 …

Hyundai Ioniq 6 – 2026 Semi-Finalist

Hyundai’s electric sedan returns for 2026 with new looks and the addition of a high performance N model, which arrives packing over 600 horsepower, virtual gear changes, simulated exhaust sounds and even a temporary power boost known as N Grin Boost. Upgraded infotainment, simplified climate controls and a swap to a standard NACS charging port also arrived for the Ioniq 6 lineup. Juror Brian Harper had this to say in his Hyundai Ioniq 6 N review published in Driving.ca: “Those who think a performance car needs a big ol’ gas engine to rock the road need to broaden their outlook …