{"id":16408,"date":"2023-02-16T18:15:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-16T18:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.carpages.ca\/blog\/?post_type=cp_guides&#038;p=16408"},"modified":"2023-02-27T18:32:26","modified_gmt":"2023-02-27T18:32:26","slug":"the-5-best-cars-for-snow","status":"publish","type":"cp_guides","link":"https:\/\/www.carpages.ca\/blog\/cp_guides\/the-5-best-cars-for-snow\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Cars for Snow"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>When inclement weather strikes, it\u2019s essential to still be able to navigate snowy and icy roads. Especially in cities that experience longer stints of snowfall, you need a vehicle that can take on snowy roads, so you can continue to do essential tasks like going to work, buying groceries, and even visiting friends and family.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, not every car is equipped to handle bad road conditions. If you live in a place where snow is the norm during the winter months, it\u2019s pivotal that you have a car that\u2019s built to take on harsh conditions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thezebra.com\/resources\/driving\/best-cars-for-snow\/\"><strong>best cars for snow<\/strong><\/a> typically have an all-wheel drive (AWD) option, high ground clearance, and numerous safety features, like adaptive headlights, forward collision emergency braking, lane departure warning systems, heated seats and steering wheels, and more.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The 5 cars below are the best of the best when it comes to driving in harsh conditions, so you never have to worry about getting your car <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpages.ca\/blog\/how-to-get-a-car-unstuck-from-snow\/\"><strong>unstuck from the snow<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>2022 Subaru Outback&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With automatic high beams, a lane departure warning system and more, the 2022 Subaru Outback has it all when it comes to snow driving.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scoring a 5\/5 safety score from the NHTSA, the Subaru Outback boasts 7.25 inches of ground clearance, standard AWD and strong <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpages.ca\/blog\/save-on-auto-insurance-with-winter-tires\/\"><strong>winter tires<\/strong><\/a>, making it a viable choice for driving in the worst conditions. With the Subaru Outback, you\u2019ll be able to trek out on the roads with peace of mind on snowy days.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>2022 Subaru Ascent&nbsp;<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An AWD system and 8.5 inches of ground clearance make the Subaru Ascent another fantastic option for taking treacherous snowy conditions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This particularly roomy vehicle is well-equipped with safety features that help to take the stress out of driving in the snow, namely automatic emergency braking, a reverse camera digital display, and more. The Subaru Ascent is a great family car that can take on the toughest conditions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>2022 Volvo XC40<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hailed by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety as a Top Safety Pick+ Winner, the Volvo XC40 lives up to its acclaim, scoring an additional 5-star rating from NHTSA and boasting a library of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.carpages.ca\/blog\/the-ultimate-winter-road-trip-safety-guide\/\"><strong>winter driving<\/strong><\/a> safety features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With an optional AWD system, the Volvo XC40 punches above its class of subcompact SUVs, with a ground clearance of 8.3 inches. 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