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Hyundai Palisade, Kia EV9 Win 2026 Canadian Car of the Year Awards
The Hyundai Palisade won for its hybrid powertrain and safety, while the Kia EV9 was honored for design and pricing by 53 Canadian automotive journalists.
- Hyundai Motor Co.'s Palisade and Kia Corp.'s EV9, along with the Honda Civic and Porsche Taycan, were named among four winners at the 2026 Canadian Car of the Year Awards, as announced by the Automobile Journalists Association of Canada.
- A jury of 53 AJAC automotive journalists evaluated vehicles across multiple categories, citing quality, interior ergonomics and broad consumer appeal as key factors in the 2026 Canadian Car of the Year Awards.
- AJAC judges awarded high marks to the Palisade's hybrid powertrain, safety tech, and refinement, and praised the EV9's exterior design, infotainment, and pricing.
- The repeat success underscores Hyundai's Canadian momentum as Hyundai Motor Group said the Palisade's win follows the 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe victory, showing growing recognition for innovation and excellence.
- Following a North American award run, the Palisade also captured the 2026 North American Utility Vehicle of the Year from the NACTOY jury, beating Nissan's Leaf and Lucid's Gravity, while the EV9 was a finalist in 2024 and 2025.
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