In the United Kingdom, the maximum penalty for car theft is 14 years in prison. However, the typical sentence for car theft is much lower, with most offenders being sentenced to less than a year in prison.
In Canada, the maximum penalty for car theft is 10 years in prison. The typical sentence for car theft in Canada is between 1 and 5 years in prison.
It is important to note that these are just general guidelines. The actual penalties for car theft can vary significantly from case to case depending on the specific circumstances of the crime and the offender's criminal history.