Canada has a long history of automotive manufacturing, especially in Ontario, where several global carmakers operate large-scale assembly plants. SUVs produced in Canada range from compact crossovers to luxury models, catering to both the Canadian and export markets. Although the companies are not Canadian-owned, their Canadian operations support tens of thousands of jobs and contribute significantly to the Canadian economy.
Below are notable car manufacturers that produce SUVs in Canada today.
Car Companies Manufacturing SUVs in Canada
Toyota 🍁
Manufacturing Location: Cambridge and Woodstock, Ontario
Where to Buy: Toyota dealerships across Canada
Key Details:
- One of the largest automotive manufacturers with Canadian operations
- Multiple SUV models made in Canada
Toyota is one of the largest global car manufacturers with operations in Canada, and its plants in Cambridge and Woodstock produce several models of SUVs. The models produced at these Canadian facilities include the RAV4 and RAV4 Hybrid, which are among the best-selling SUVs in Canada. Following Toyota’s investment in hybrid technology, the RAV4 Hybrid has become one of the most in-demand SUVs built in Canada, with high reliability and efficiency, which appeals to eco-conscious drivers. Toyota has consistently expanded its operations in Ontario, and it maintains thousands of jobs and supports a wide network of Canadian suppliers, thus making a significant contribution to the Canadian economy.
Honda 🍁
Manufacturing Location: Alliston, Ontario
Where to Buy: Honda dealerships nationwide
Key Details:
- Long-term investment in Canada
- Popular compact SUVs
Honda operates a Canadian plant in Alliston, Ontario, where it manufactures some of the most recognisable SUVs in Canada, including the Honda CR-V. The CR-V has been one of the best-selling compact SUVs in Canada for years, thanks to its reliability, comfort, and all-weather capability. Honda has been operating in Canada since 1986 and has announced further investments in its plant to shift production toward electric vehicles. However, this investment has been postponed for a few years because of the slowdown in EV sales. Like Toyota, Honda is an important employer in Ontario and supports a network of services across the country.
General Motors 🍁
Manufacturing Location: Ingersoll and Oshawa, Ontario
Where to Buy: Dealerships across Canada
Key Details:
- Iconic North American automaker
- SUV and EV production in Canada
General Motors has manufacturing facilities in Ingersoll and Oshawa, Ontario. Over the years, its Oshawa Assembly Plant has produced a range of vehicles and recently, General Motors increased the plant’s focus on SUV and truck production. Meanwhile, their plant in Ingersoll focuses on manufacturing the BrightDrop electric delivery vans. The SUV models produced at the Oshawa facility include the Chevrolet Silverado and Silverado Heavy Duty, which are sold both domestically and in the United States. General Motors continues to invest in workforce, technology, and sustainability in its operations in Canada, both at its manufacturing facilities and across its Canadian network.
Stellantis 🍁
Manufacturing Location: Windsor and Brampton, Ontario
Where to Buy: Dealerships across Canada
Key Details:
- Operates two facilities in Canada
- Jeep hybrid SUVs and Chrysler models assembled in Canada
Stellantis, which was formed from the merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and PSA Group, operates production facilities in Windsor and Brampton. The plant in Windsor produces the Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, which is a plug-in hybrid crossover between an SUV and a minivan – one of the few electric vehicles the company assembles in Canada. The Brampton plant contributes to various models under the Dodge and Jeep brands, thus supporting the company’s SUV lineup. Stellantis has announced it will invest in transitioning its Canadian plants more toward EV and hybrid production, which demonstrates the company’s commitment to continuing its automotive operations in Canada.
Ford Motor Company 🍁
Manufacturing Location: Oakville, Ontario
Where to Buy: Dealerships across Canada
Key Details:
- Investing in SUV and EV production in Canada
- Manufacturing in Canada since 1904
Ford has been operating in Canada for over a century, and its facility in Oakville is one of the cornerstones of Canada’s automotive industry. Its Oakville plant has produced SUVs such as the Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Edge, which are popular mid-size SUVs built for both the North American and global markets. Ford is currently undergoing a major retooling project at its Oakville facility to convert it into an EV production plant – a shift toward producing electric SUVs and crossovers. This transition, with investments from both Ford and the Canadian government, aligns with the broader direction of the industry to move toward electrification and sustainability.
