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7 Cool Cars to Consider Importing Into Canada in 2026
By Michael Karant -- Auto Trader
In Canada, we're fortunate to have the 15-year import law, which makes importing vehicles 15 years old or older significantly easier than importing newer ones. Unlike the United States, which has a 25-year rule, 15 years isn't all that old. It places us in 2011, which is still fairly recent in automotive terms. Many cars from the early 2010s still offer modern interiors and impressive performance.
This also makes it easier to find vehicles in good condition, especially enthusiast or performance models, which are typically better cared for than regular commuter cars. Over the years, Canada has missed out on many interesting vehicles sold in international markets, particularly performance and off-road models. The following list highlights some cool cars that have recently become legal to import into Canada.
1. Volkswagen Scirocco
The Scirocco is one of the coolest Volkswagen models that never made it to North America. It shares a platform with the Mk6 Golf but features a sleek two-door body. Designed by Walter de Silva, who also penned the first-generation Audi A5 and R8, the Scirocco has aged exceptionally well.
2. Suzuki Jimny
The Jimny is one of the more interesting off-roaders that never made it to North America. It's a small, bare-bones vehicle that delivers only what you need and nothing more. Measuring just 3,665 millimetres in length, it's comparable in size to a Fiat 500.
3. Renault Megane RS
French automakers are known for building fast and fun small cars, though options were limited in the early 2010s. One standout was the Renault Megane RS, often considered the French answer to the Volkswagen Golf R.
4. Mercedes-Benz SL65 Black Series
Black Series Mercedes-Benz models are rare, taking already potent AMG cars and pushing them to extremes. The SL65 Black Series is among the most recognizable, and for good reason.
5. HSV Maloo R8
Few vehicles are as closely associated with Australia as the ute, a unique blend of a sedan cabin and pickup bed. While designed as utilitarian vehicles, some high-performance versions exist, including the HSV Maloo R8.
6. Alfa Romeo Giulietta Quadrifoglio
Europe's love affair with hot hatchbacks often focuses on French brands, but Italy has its own compelling options. One of them is the Alfa Romeo Giulietta Quadrifoglio, the performance version of the Giulietta from the early 2010s.
7. C6 Audi RS 6
Audi only reintroduced the RS 6 to North America in recent years, which means Canadians missed out on what many consider the best version of the model. The C6-generation RS6 debuted in the mid-2000s, during a time when Volkswagen Group favoured oversized engines.
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