The majority of Canada experiences snow and ice during the winter. Therefore, Canadians must be ready to handle all winter driving conditions. Drive-train is one of the most important specifications to consider when purchasing or leasing a winter vehicle. It is also essential to keep up with regular vehicle servicing and have a good set of snow tires. Most SUVs and truck models are equipped with the necessary features to tackle all weather conditions. However, the VINN vehicle expert team thinks that a few vehicles are far superior in tackling winter conditions.

Be prepared for the winter season

with VINN’s best winter vehicles:

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2022 Toyota Tacoma

Starting at $39,890 (CAD).

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Key Specs

• 4 seats
• Horsepower: 278 hp
• Engine: 2.5L V6
• Fuel Efficiency (city/hwy): 13.8/11.4 L/100km
• Towing Capacity: 2,948kg

Winter Specs

• Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive
• Ground Clearance: 239mm
• Driver Assistance Features: Lane departure alert, pre-collision system, and dynamic cruise control

Trim Levels

• 4X4 Double Cab 6A: $39,890
• 4X4 Access Cab 6M: $42,550
• 4X4 Access Cab 6A: $44,060
• 4X4 Double Cab 6M SB: $45,480
• 4X4 Double Cab 6A SB: $47,000
• 4×4 Double Cab 6A SB LTD Nightshade: $52,950

2022 Subaru Forester

Starting at $29,495 (CAD).

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Key Specs

• 5 seats
• Horsepower: 182 hp
• Engine: 2.5L Direct Injection
• Fuel Efficiency (city/hwy): 9.5/8.3 L/100km
• Towing Capacity: 1,360kg

Winter Specs

• Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
• Ground Clearance: 229mm
• Driver Assistance Features: Reverse automatic braking and Subaru EyeSight driver assist technology

Trim Levels

• Forester: $29,495
• Convenience: $33,095
• Touring: $34,895
• Sport: $36,295
• Wilderness: $38,995
• Limited: $39,295
• Premier: $40,595

2022 Jeep Compass

Starting at $28,695 (CAD).

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Key Specs

• 5 seats
• Horsepower: 177 hp
• Engine: 2.4L Tigershark MultiAir I-4
• Fuel Efficiency (city/hwy): 10.6/7.6 L/100km
• Towing Capacity: 907 kg

Winter Specs

• Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive or four-wheel drive
• Ground Clearance: 208mm
• Driver Assistance Features: Adaptive cruise control and blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-path detection

Trim Levels

• Sport: $28,695
• North: $34,095
• Trailhawk: $38,195
• Limited: $39,095
• Trailhawk Elite: $41,995

2022 Toyota 4Runner

Starting at $47,250 (CAD).

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Key Specs

• 7 seats
• Horsepower: 270 hp
• Engine: 4.0L V6
• Fuel Efficiency (city/hwy): 14.8/12.5 L/100km
• Towing Capacity: 2,268 kg

Winter Specs

• Drivetrain: All-wheel drive
• Ground Clearance: 244mm
• Driver Assistance Features: Star Safety System, pre-collision system, lane departure, dynamic radar cruise control

Trim Levels

• Trail: $47,250

• SR5: $50,270

Ford Bronco

Starting at $32,299 (CAD).

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Key Specs

• 5 seats
• Horsepower: 181 hp
• Engine: 1.5L EcoBoost
• Fuel Efficiency (city/hwy): 9.3/8.3 L/100km
• Towing Capacity: 907kg

Winter Specs

• Drivetrain: Four-wheel drive
• Ground Clearance: 223mm
• Driver Assistance Features: Terrain Management system and Ford Co-Pilot 360

Trim Levels

• Base: $32,299
• Big Bend: $34,299
• Outer Banks: $37,799
• Badlands: $40,299

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