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Money guides

Plain answers, worked out from real prices for your province.

Costs before you buy

Taxes and fees by provinceSales tax, registration and rebates, everywhere.Read →Ontario car feesWhat freight, fees and HST add, brand by brand.Read →Finance or cash?What a loan really costs.Read →Lease or buy?Brand lease offers vs. buying.Read →

Choosing a car

Gas, hybrid, plug-in or EV?Which costs least at your km.Read →Insurance by modelWhich cars cost more to insure.Read →Resale valueWhich cars hold their money.Read →WarrantiesBasic, powertrain and battery, by brand.Read →

Special needs

TowingCheapest car for each tow rating.Read →Five-star crash ratingCheapest cars with 5 NHTSA stars.Read →Hands-free drivingWho has it, and what it costs.Read →Do you need a home charger?What a plain outlet adds overnight.Read →