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From the entire Quest team, we would like to wish you all the very best this holiday season. We hope you enjoy some time with your loved ones, and that you have a safe and happy New Year. We're looking forward to working with you again in 2018.
For this month's newsletter, we're looking ahead and featuring the
Toronto Star's picks for the best new vehicles of 2018. Whether you're interested in a SUV, CUV, or a pickup, take a look below and see what vehicles are catching our eye for the new year.
As we head into 2018, we're also preparing for the annual Landscape Ontario Congress, Canada's largest landscape exhibition. Quest will once again be on hand at Booth 1328 from Jan. 9-11 to discuss various lease options on vehicles and equipment, and answer any questions you may have.
Whether you are a landscape/snow plow operator, supplier to the industry, or just looking for ideas for your own home, Quest has a limited number of Free VIP Admission passes for our valued customers. Please click
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We hope you enjoy the information below and will
call us at (416)-609-2125 with any questions or needs that you may have regarding your next vehicle.
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SUVs and Pickups Account for about 70 per cent of 2017 Total Sales in Canada
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 Canada has a population of just over 36 million people, and by the end of this year, annual sales of new vehicles will be about two million. Estimates put used vehicle sales at about three million for 2017.
We buy a lot of cars in Canada. Or, to be more specific, we buy a lot of light trucks. We've left behind the promise of subcompact vehicles, become bored with sedans, and continue to shun hybrids and electric vehicles.
According to DesRosiers Automotive Consultants, 68 to 69 per cent of the market this year is light trucks. In fact, for four of the past 12 months, light trucks have occupied over 70 per cent of the market. DesRosiers says it's a trend that will stay positive for at least another year.
DesRosiers adds that used car numbers are particularly revealing. In 1990, there were 600,000 vehicles on the road that were over 10 years old; today, there are 11 million.
Used car sales is the fastest-growing segment of the market, and that's because of quality. We're keeping our cars longer than ever before, and they're lasting longer than ever before. DesRosiers even says the life cycle of a new car today can be almost 30 years.
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Best New Vehicles of 2018: Small SUVs/CUVs
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Honda CR-V
Base Price: $27,090
Pros: Great features on base trim, perfect for the average Canadian family
Already a Canadian darling, the fifth-generation Honda CR-V includes pinches and tweaks in exactly the right places while otherwise leaving well enough alone. Not only is a turbocharged engine notably available for the first time, it comes standard.
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Chevrolet Equinox
Base Price: $25,545
Pros: Tech features come standard, ideal for a family with rear-seat device users
The all-new, Canadian-built Equinox boasts updated styling and several unique on-board tech and safety features, like Teen Driver, rear seat reminder, and in-car Wi-Fi (with an OnStar data plan). However, the Equinox does come with less cargo space and fuel economy than some competitors.
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Mazda CX-5
Base Price: $24,900
Pros: Attractive, affordable, and great safety features
If sheer beauty is your most important feature, the CX-5 is hard to top. It brings a rare glimpse of elegant to the segment, but comes with a harsher-than-average ride and tight cargo space.
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Nissan Qashqai
Base Price: $19,998
Pros: Smooth, comfortable, perfect for urban families
If you're looking for a crossover that's small and city-friendly, the Qashqai is the leader. It's subcompact, but well proportioned for the segment, and packed with features.
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Kia Sportage
Base Price: $25,095
Pros: Easy-to-use infotainment system
Spec the Kia Sportage out on the higher end of its price range and it comes off more like a hatch than CUV. The optional 2.0-L turbocharged engine delivers plenty of spunk.
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Taken from Stephanie Wallcraft, Toronto Star, November 28, 2017 | Photos via manufacturers
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Best New Vehicles of 2018: Large SUVs/CUVs
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Chevrolet Traverse
Base Price: $36,790
Pros: Well-equipped from the base, wide rear door, great safety and tech features
The Traverse is all-new for 2018 with an updated design, stiffer platform, better drive dynamics and an easier shopping experience with a pared-down selection of trims. Add Apple CarPlay and other tech and safety features, and it's a top contender.
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Mazda CX-9
Base Price: $38,230
Pros: Great drive and fuel economy, tasteful accents, leather, and styling
This one's for the fashion-conscious. Mazda somehow manages to make a three-row SUV downright stylish inside and out. In fact, the CX-9 could almost sneak into the premium category. Its pleasant dynamics will also please the driving enthusiasts in your life.
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Kia Sorento
Base Price: $30,074
Pros: Well-powered, functional interior layout
The Kia Sorento is a three-row SUV you'll enjoy for under $40,000. It's not as fashion-forward as some of its competitors, but it puts key features, like heated front seats, within reach.
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Hyundai Santa Fe XL
Base Price: $32,199
Pros: Roomy, ergonomic, reasonably-priced features
It's not as new or as flashy as its competition, but the Santa Fe XL is a three-row workhorse. Appealing features, like heated seats, are affordable, and the third row is roomy.
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Nissan Pathfinder
Base Price: $34,919
Pros: Open and airy interior, frugal at the pumps
Drive it mindfully and the Pathfinder's 3.5-L V6 engine and continuously variable transmission combo come together to create a winner in the fuel economy department.
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Taken from Stephanie Wallcraft, Toronto Star, November 28, 2017 | Photos via manufacturers
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Best New Vehicles of 2018: Premium Large SUVs/CUVs
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Volvo XC90
Base Price: $60,565
Pros: Attractive styling, calming commute environment, hybrid option
It's going to take a special vehicle to knock the Volvo XC90 from the top of this list. Now two years into its current generation, the SUV still stands out for its stylish looks, zen-inducing interior, capable performance, and large, user-friendly touchscreen infotainment system.
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Audi Q7
Base Price: $68,095
Pros: Excellent all-wheel drive, stable and comfortable dynamics, high-end tech
The 2017 model year redesign of the Q7 made it lighter, more fashionable, better on fuel, and quieter. And it's a pleasure to drive in spite of its size. A relatively dark-feeling interior and higher price point prevent it taking the top spot away from Volvo's luxury XC90.
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BMW X5
Base Price: $71,364
Pros: Wide variety of powertrain options, stylish
A true status symbol, the BMW X5's high customizability and price makes it a premium model. Most buyers choose this one for its poise, roominess, and performance.
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Infiniti QX60
Base Price: $49,985
Pros: Strong grille, sliding second-row seats
The QX60 is the go-to choice for families who need three rows but still want luxury. It may not have the best features of the bunch, but it's attractive styling still stands out.
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Acura MDX
Base Price: $56,307
Pros: Good fuel economy, ergonomic design
The MDX seems to have struck a chord with urban buyers. In fact, you can't miss these no matter where you are; the pentagonal grille and LED headlamps make it distinct.
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Taken from Stephanie Wallcraft, Toronto Star, November 28, 2017 | Photos via manufacturers
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Best New Vehicles of 2018: Light Trucks/Pickups
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Ford F-150
Base Price: $32,399
Pros: Turbocharged EcoBoost engines offer a good combo of economy and power
Restyled and mechanically upgraded for 2018, Ford's market-leading F-150 receives new engines: a new 10-speed automatic, with an optional V6 Diesel promised for spring. The F-150 exists for every need, plus there's enhanced passenger and cargo room and a suite of new features.
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Ram 1500
Base Price: $33,290
Pros: Ride-improving coil-sprung rear axle is unique among full-size pickups
A restyle is coming for 2019, but the Ram 1500 is aging well. The interior is nicely finished from mid-level trims up, and the useful air suspension option is a segment exclusive. Engine options also provide great real-world performance as well as economy.
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Honda Ridgeline
Base Price: $39,188
Pros: Two-way tailgate, large composite box
The Honda Ridgeline is all the truck that most light-duty pickup buyers actually need, and it combines unique design elements and car-like handling and ride quality.
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Nissan Titan/Titan XD
Base Price: $37,418
Pros: Cummins-equipped XD ideal for towing trailers
Nissan's Titan is actually two trucks; the XD is essentially a "heavy half," not a 3/4-ton model. Regardless, both are an honest alternative to the Big Three pickups.
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Chevrolet Colorado ZR2
Base Price: $46,340
Pros: Suspension and bumpers are specific to it
The ZR2 package redefines Chevy's mid-size Colorado as a 3/4-scale Ford Raptor-lite. Very capable of off-road, it's also great on-road; the optional Diesel suits it best.
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Taken from Brian Early, Toronto Star, November 28, 2017 | Photos via manufacturers
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Best New Vehicles of 2018: EVs/Hybrids
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Chevrolet Bolt
Base Price: $44,895
Pros: Realistic battery-electric car, enjoyable to drive, instant torque
Chevrolet isn't the first to produce an electric car with a range over 200 kilometres, but they are the first to offer one within the reach of the average car buyer. A claimed maximum range of 383 km makes the Bolt inter-city possible, and the large battery reduces range anxiety.
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Chevrolet Volt
Base Price: $40,490
Pros: Requires minimal compromises and drives like a conventional vehicle
The Chevrolet Volt remains the best mainstream plug-in hybrid car, combining a useful maximum electric-only range of 85 kilometres with decent acceleration. The hatchback body style improves versatility and it has an effectively unlimited range via an on-board gasoline engine.
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Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
Base Price: $51,095
Pros: V6 gasoline engine's performance and range
Probably the most practical plug-in hybrid, the Pacifica offers up to 53 kilometres of electric motoring and retains the versatility of the minivan. It seats seven and the third row folds flat.
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Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid
Base Price: $26,004
Pros: Lithium-ion batteries, good alternative to the Prius
Hyundai takes decent aim at Toyota's standard-setting Prius with the Ioniq, which provides comparable efficiency, perfomance, and space in a less polarizingly-styled package.
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Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Base Price: $36,420
Pros: Seats five, tows 795 kg, efficient powertrain
Canadians love compact crossovers; the RAV4 is Canada's bestseller, and it's presently one of the only vehicles available as a hybrid in this popular market segment.
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Taken from Brian Early, Toronto Star, November 28, 2017 | Photos via manufacturers
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