The 2026 Canadian International AutoShow in Toronto features a range of unusual vehicles alongside mainstream models. Attendees can explore classics, concepts, and quirky designs that stand out for their bizarre or funky appearances. The event showcases vehicles from brands like Ineos, Tesla, Infiniti, Nissan, Kia, and Hyundai.
The Canadian International AutoShow, held in Toronto, dedicates much of its space to conventional cars, exotics, and race vehicles. However, it also offers visitors a look at classics and concepts that evoke the past or hint at future innovations. This year, several standout vehicles draw attention for their unconventional designs.
The 2026 Ineos Grenadier Quartermaster pickup truck aims to recall the style of an old Land Rover while providing off-road capability. It features a turbocharged three-litre inline-six-cylinder engine from BMW, a four-wheel-drive system with a two-speed transfer case, and a locking centre differential. With a five-foot bed, it is positioned as suitable for rugged adventures, though compared to the Mercedes-AMG G63 pickup for its less refined aesthetic.
Tesla's Cybertruck appears with a pop-up tent option for camping. Recent videos demonstrate its challenges in snowy and muddy terrain, suggesting limitations for off-road use beyond paved paths.
Infiniti presents two concepts: the QX80 Terrain Spec, an off-road version of the QX80 SUV with elevated ride height, off-road wheels and all-terrain tires, fender flares, a rooftop lightbar, and a pop-up tent. The QX65 Monograph concept SUV includes a prominent mandolin-like front grille, with a production version expected this spring.
A 1989 Nissan Pulsar NX SE Sportbak revives 1980s and early 1990s vibes with its wedge-boxy shape, T-top roof, front bra, and removable rear section allowing convertible, hatchback, or wagon configurations. As the first modular production car, it is displayed in the Oblivion experience alongside a Ghostbusters Ecto-1 replica and a Geo Tracker convertible towing a Yamaha Waverunner.
The Kia K4 hatchback in sparkling yellow offers 1,680 litres of cargo space but features a stretched, hearse-like rear design.
Hyundai's Crater concept resembles a lunar rover, equipped with removable side-view mirrors that function as cameras with flashlights and a removable Bluetooth speaker in the centre console. Production details remain unconfirmed.
