Cheapest Wagons in Canada for 2026

The brand name Volvo was once synonymous with station wagons, even long after that particular body style fell out of favour with Canadians rushing towards SUVs. The V60 Cross Country is undoubtedly a wagon thanks to its overall profile, albeit the CC suffix means it has all-wheel drive and 2.5 inches (63.5 millimetres) of extra ground clearance compared to a standard V60.

2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country Competitors

The chief rival of this car is the Audi Allroad, a similarly sized jacked-up wagon from a premium brand. However, one should also count the various and sundry crossovers which inhabit similar space, such as those from BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi’s own showroom.

What’s new with the Volvo V60 Cross Country for 2026?

Rumours of the V60 CC’s demise abound, especially since the brand is focusing its attention on an electrified future, one filled with crossovers and SUVs. As such, few changes are expected in 2026 though shoppers will find modern goodies such as Google built-in services, a Bowers & Wilkins audio system, and a head-up display on various trims.

2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country Performance

A turbocharged four-cylinder engine lives under the hood, working in tandem with electrified hybrid components to make a combined output of 247 horsepower and 258 lb.-ft of torque. All wheel drive puts boots to the ground, as does an eight-speed automatic transmission. Acceleration isn’t blinding, hitting highway speed in 6.9 seconds.

2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country Efficiency

This powertrain configuration, called ‘B5’ in Volvo-speak, is rated by NRCan for 10.1 L/100km in the city and 7.6 on the highway. A mixture of those environments should yield approximately 8.9 L/100km efficiency. A refinement of NRCan numbers mean these figures are about a tenth worse than previous estimates.

2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country Safety

We’ll reiterate whats been said in other Volvo write-ups: the brand is all but a historical byword for safety. Small overlap crashes on both sides of the car, side impacts, and roof strength tests all earned top marks. The lone blemish are hard to reach LATCH child seat anchors, according to the IIHS.

2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country Reliability

While the crew at Consumer Reports hasn’t road tested the V60 Cross Country, they do have enough data and feedback from real world owners to award it a 3-of-5 score for predicted reliability. A main trouble spot centres on the in-car electronics, likely an indictment of its user experience and not any actual failures.

2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country Interior

Stoic is a good word to use when describing the interior of any modern Volvo, a space which shows up for duty with clean lines and a large screen taking the place of most buttons. A crystal-like gear selector adds something to the space in some trims, and there are multiple upholstery colourways from which to select in some trims including a tasty Maroon Brown in the Ultimate. Select the interesting Blond City Weave Textile if popping for the base trim.

2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country Dimensions

This wagon stretches a total of 4,787 mm (188.5 inches) in length. That’s about eight inches longer than a RAV4, to use a common yardstick. Still, its overall height of just 1,499 mm (59.2 inches) gives this car definite wagon vibes even though that black over-the-wheel cladding makes it look taller than it actually is.

2026 Volvo V60 Cross Country Canadian Pricing

Canadian shoppers get a choice of three trims this year, starting with the Core at $58,392 including most fees. This is a jump of about three grand over the last couple of years. The Plus trim tacks on $5,300 to that sum, while the Ultimate trim now breezes past $70,000 to sit atop the V60 Cross Country pile.

As with its slightly smaller sibling, the V90 Cross Country is very much a station wagon – albeit one lifted ever so slightly (but not high enough to call it an SUV). In fact, the official materials from Volvo make copious use of the words ‘wagon’ and ‘estate’. Tell it like it is, kompisar.

2026 Volvo V90 Cross Country Competitors

Like its smaller brother, the V90 CC can count the Audi Allroad amongst its rivals, though size differences abound. Practically speaking, this model can also consider numerous two-row crossovers from luxury brands as foes ready to fight for customers.

What’s new with the Volvo V90 Cross Country for 2026?

Most humans will be hard pressed to tell a 2025 from a 2026 - or even a 2023, for that matter. There may be a slight tweaking of available interior colours this year; manufacturers like to call this ‘streamlining’ or ‘simplifying’ when it is really all about reducing the total number of possible combinations which makes things cheaper on the assembly line. It can also be a harbinger of model cancellation.

2026 Volvo V90 Cross Country Performance

Called the B6 powertrain, a four-cylinder engine that is paired with electrified hybrid guts to produce a system total 295 horsepower and 310 lb.-ft of torque. All-wheel drive is on board, as is an eight-speed automatic. Acceleration to highway speeds is pegged at roughly 6.4 seconds.

2026 Volvo V90 Cross Country Efficiency

Expect to see about 10.6 L/100 km worth of fuel economy in town, according to NRCan. Out on the open road, it is reasonable to expect something near 8.0 L/100km. Combined, figure 9.3 L/100 km dents in your wallet for fuel, a slight difference compared to past years thanks to a refining of NRCan data.

2026 Volvo V90 Cross Country Safety

It shouldn’t be surprising that a station wagon bearing the Volvo badge earned a Top Safety Pick+ award from the crash testers at IIHS, their highest honour. Top grades were earned in all crash tests and measures of front crash prevention performance. Barring a fussy set of child seat anchors, the V90 Cross Country scored very highly in all exams.

2026 Volvo V90 Cross Country Reliability

Like the smaller V60 CC, testers at Consumer Reports haven’t tested the V90 Cross Country recently but still have enough data to confidently foretell a predicted reliability about bang on the industry average. Same goes for predicted owner satisfaction, a logical deduction since most customers seeking out a Volvo station wagon are doing so with deliberation.

2026 Volvo V90 Cross Country Interior

Clambering into this vehicle, owners will find a neatly integrated screen with a minimal number of buttons placed along its chin. The uniquely designed gear selector reminds this author of the handle on a jug of milk. Just south of that item is the start/stop knob, one which needs to be twisted – not pressed – to light the fires on that mild hybrid under the hood. Several different upholstery options liven up the interior, including a Maroon Brown which may be hard to find in the 2026 model year.

2026 Volvo V90 Cross Country Dimensions

At a just a shade under 5 metres (195.2 inches), this wagon is very nearly so long as a Ford Explorer. But with a height not much over 1,500 mm (60 inches), the absolutely retains its station wagon profile. Ground clearance is slightly under 8 inches and, perhaps surprisingly, this wagon can apparently wade through nearly a foot of water.

2026 Volvo V90 Cross Country Canadian Pricing

The sum of $74,142 including most fees will be deducted from your bank account when purchasing a Plus trim. Stepping up to the Ultimate trim with its ventilated front seats and Harman Kardon sound system will cost an extra $6,250 over and above the Plus.

When Porsche launched its fully electric Taycan sedan in 2019, it showed the world that Porsche-brand dynamic magic and electric propulsion could go hand in hand. It was a driver’s car first, and an EV second. Shoppers have numerous variants of the stylish Taycan to choose from, including several long-roof hatchback models and the fastest accelerating vehicle Car & Driver has ever tested: the Taycan Turbo GT.

2026 Porsche Taycan Competitors

The Taycan competes with the Lucid Air, Tesla Model S, BMW i4 M50, Audi S6 e-tron, Audi e-tron GT and Mercedes-AMG EQS.

What’s new with the Porsche Taycan for 2026?

All 2026 Porsches get infotainment upgrades including faster response, Amazon Alexa voice assistant, a new app centre to download new third-party software, and Dolby Atmos surround sound fitted with the optional upgraded audio systems. There’s a new Taycan 4S Black Edition for 2026.

2026 Porsche Taycan Performance

The base Taycan 4S delivers eye-widening acceleration, exceptional handling and driver engagement, thanks to its standard air suspension with dual-chamber dampers. The dual-motor setup delivers all-wheel drive, 536 horsepower and dash to 100 km/h in about 3.7 seconds. That’s more performance than any sane person could ask for. But we’re talking Porsche here. Next up is the sportier-tune GTS with 690 horses, followed by the 871-hp Turbo and 938-hp Turbo S. Still not enough? The insane Taycan Turbo GT was developed to claim EV sedan lap records at the Nurburgring and Leguna Seca. It pushes out a staggering 1,019 hp (1,092 hp with launch control) and 988 lb-ft of torque. Handling is equally impressive with its standard active suspension.

2026 Porsche Taycan Range and Charging

The Taycan is available with two battery sizes – the 82.3 kWh Performance or 97.0 kWh Performance Plus with corresponding max charging rates of 270 kW and 320 kW. The Taycan can go from 10-80% charge in as little as 18 minutes on a DC fast charger. Official EPA range for the Taycan 4S sedan ranges from 515-538 km depending on spec. Higher performance models sacrifice some of that range.

2026 Porsche Taycan Safety

Standard safety kit includes matrix LED headlights, automated emergency braking with pedestrian detection, lane-departure warning with lane-keeping assist, front and rear park assist, rear cross traffic alert, exit warning and traffic sign recognition. Buyers will pay extra for head-up display, surround view camera, and intersection assist. There is no IIHS or NHTSA crash data on the current Porsche Taycan, but the sedan did receive a five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP when launched in 2019.

2026 Porsche Taycan Reliability

Looking at the 2025 J.D. Power reliability survey, Porsche sits just above the industry average of 197 PP100 at 198 PP100 (problems per 100 vehicles). That noted, earlier models of the Taycan has problems relating to software, connectivity, and charging, and 2025 saw some battery issues.

2026 Porsche Taycan Interior

The Taycan’s cabin is simple, elegant and beautifully rendered, and the driving position is sports car low. There’s no flash or frivolity, yet no one will ever feel they overpaid for this Porsche EV. Standard features include 10-speaker audio, 8-way power front seats, phone charge pad and navigation. The driver gets a five-gauge digital cluster and the central infotainment screen measures 12.3-inches. An available 10.9-inch screen for the front passenger gives access to vehicle functions. With the exception of a toggle shifter on the dashboard and some steering wheel buttons, the cabin is free of physical controls.

2026 Porsche Taycan Dimensions

With its compact body and sloping rear roofline, the Taycan sedan’s back seats are cozy for two adults. No stretching out here. Its trunk measures a useful 407 litres and there’s also an 81-litre frunk. The Sport Turismo/Cross Turismo hatchback ups the utility with 446 litres behind the rear seat, expandable to 1,212 litres with the split rear seats folded.

2026 Porsche Taycan Canadian Pricing

The 2026 Taycan 4S sedan starts at $150,442, or $158,772 for the Cross Turismo long roof hatchback. The new 4S Black Edition starts from $169,642. Next up is the 690-hp GTS in sedan ($188,692) or Sport Turismo body style ($191,122). The 871-hp Turbos run $224,109 for the sedan and $226,309 for the Cross Turismo, while the corresponding Turbo S models with 938 horses run $266,689 and $269,099. The insane 1,019-hp Turbo GT starts at $304,189 for either the “regular” model or the lighter-weight more track-focused Turbo GT with Weissach Package.

BMW M first introduced a Touring variant back in 1992 alongside the second generation of the M5 sedan, the E34. In 2007, the fourth generation of the high-performance sedan also gained an M5 Touring sibling, the E61. And this newest edition, debuting last year, means customers can choose from two variants of the M5 for only the third time in its 40-year history, and for the first time in North America.

Sporty performance and distinctive M design are the hallmarks of the M5 Touring, while its spacious interior makes it ideal for day-to-day driving as a (very fast) family vehicle.

“The BMW M5 Touring is a truly fascinating vehicle with so many different abilities and multiple personalities,” says Jonathan Yarkony, Driving.ca’s managing director. “It can slip quietly and efficiently around town on electric power with room for the whole family and your gear; it is a superb highway cruiser and luxury oasis, as you should expect for $150,000; and when you get the urge to rip it, it’s got that ballistic 717 hp and great handling … for its size.”

2026 BMW M5 Touring Competitors

The main competitor to the BMW M5 Touring is the Audi RS 6 Avant. Other high-performance luxury vehicles, such as the Mercedes AMG E63 S Wagon (now discontinued in some markets), Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo Sport and Porsche Panamera, also compete with the M5 Touring in the ultra-fast luxury car segment.

What’s new with the BMW M5 Touring for 2026?

As the Touring has only been out for a little more than a year, there are no changes for 2026.

2026 BMW M5 Touring Performance

Like the BMW M5 Sedan, the M5 Touring features an M Hybrid drivetrain closely related to the one found in the BMW M Hybrid V8 GTP race car. The powertrain starts with a 4.4L twin-turbo V8 that puts out 577 hp and 553 lb-ft of torque from 1,800 rpm. It’s augmented by an electric motor that’s incorporated into the 8-speed M Steptronic automatic transmission. The electric side immediately adds another 194 hp and 207 lb-ft of torque. However, as there’s a gear set between the electric motor and the transmission input shaft the effective torque value is really 332 lb-ft, resulting in 717 hp and 738 lb-ft of torque.

“I was expecting a bit of a drop off in handling and performance as the Touring weighs 30 kilograms (66 lb.) more than the sedan, but that wasn’t the case at all,” says Andrew McCredie. “That electric-motor assist only adds to the M5’s legendary off-the-line performance, with that 18.6-kWh high-voltage battery providing instantaneous torque. The Touring’s hefty weight, however — 2,475 kg, or 5,456 lbs — does pose an issue when using just electric power from a standstill. BMW doesn’t provide a zero-to-100-km/h time, but from my own testing, it’s around 10 seconds and feels very sluggish, which is not the usual sensation when using kilowatts for a launch. However, stir in the prodigious power from the M TwinPower turbo 4.4-litre V8 and that dash is, well, simply electrifying. Dial in the launch (standard) and boost (optional) controls and it’s even quicker, a testament to the M Steptronic transmission that offers three shift programs activated by a new selector level: or the old-school shift paddles on the flat-bottomed M leather steering wheel.”

2026 BMW M5 Touring Efficiency

The fuel efficiency figures for the M5 Touring have not been calculated. However, its ratings should be almost identical to the M5 sedan, meaning a combined average fuel economy of 5.0 Le/100 km and an annual fuel cost of $3,337, according to NRCan. It should be noted that, when relying on V8 power only, it is very thirsty, with a rating of 19.7 L/100 km city, 12.3 highway and 16.4 combined.

2026 BMW M5 Touring Safety

The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) gives the 2025 5 Series sedan its Top Safety Pick rating. It has a top “good” score crashworthiness. The point here is the M5 sedan and Touring will have the same ratings as they are based on the same platform. The National Highway Traffic Safety Association (NHTSA) has not rated the BMW 5 Series.

2026 BMW M5 Touring Reliability

Consumer Reports gives the BMW 5 Series sedan an overall score of 83 out of 100 and recommends the car. It predicts the model will have average reliability and above average owner satisfaction when compared to other similar cars. The Touring should deliver a similar result.

2026 BMW M5 Touring Interior

Consumer Reports lauds the 5 Series cabin as “luxurious and high tech and features a digital instrument panel combined with a large centre touchscreen.” According to Graeme Fletcher, “the cabin is first-class all the way. From the body-hugging front seats to the intuitive tech, it takes a balanced approach where nothing overwhelms — sensible given the Touring’s alacrity! Centre stage goes to the Curved Display. It puts the instrumentation and infotainment screens under a single piece of glass and operates using BMW latest iDrive 8.5. The result is a cockpit-like feel with M-specific graphics for many of the vehicle functions.

“Now, any M would not be worth its salt if it did not have two red M buttons on the steering wheel,” he continues. “In this case, the driver can mix and match the settings for everything from the throttle, shift speed, steering, suspension, xDrive and traction nanny (MDM in M-speak) and store the preferred settings in one of the red buttons. Touching the button then reconfigures the drive instantly.

2026 BMW M5 Touring Dimensions

The BMW M5 Touring is a full-sized wagon. It’s 5,096-mm (200.6 in.) long, 1,970-mm (77.6 in.) wide and it rides on a 3,006-mm (118.3 in.) wheelbase. Inside, there’s 1,052 mm (41.4 in.) of front-seat legroom, 928-mm (36.5 in.) of rear seat legroom and enough headroom for full-size adults. The cargo area has 500L (17.7 cu. ft.) with the rear seat upright and 1,630 litres (57.6 cu. ft.) when the 40/20/40-split/folding seats are flat.

2026 BMW M5 Touring Canadian Pricing

The 2026 BMW M5 Touring starts at $144,900.