The Toyota C-HR instantly became one of the most distinctive small family crossover SUVs on the market when it was launched in 2016. Toyota is aiming to continue the trend with this radical all-new second-generation C-HR, which arrives in 2024.
The new Toyota C-HR will again offer an all-hybrid range of engines, including a longer-range plug-in hybrid. Unlike rivals such as the Kia Niro and Hyundai Kona, there will not be a new Toyota C-HR EV – at least, not yet.
The new Toyota C-HR is derived from the same architecture as the radical new Toyota Prius, a model that’s not coming ot the UK. Brits much prefer their family SUVs – and, for the first time, this one is fully designed, engineered and built in Europe.
Reservations for the new Toyota C-HR are now open. Dealers will get their new Toyota C-HR demonstrator cars in December, with first deliveries beginning in January 2024.
The new Toyota C-HR is offered in four trim lines, called Icon, Design, Excel and GR Sport. New Toyota C-HR Icon prices start from £31,290, with design prices starting from £34,685.
New Toyota C-HR Excel prices start from £38,150 and the new Toyota C-HR GR Sport costs from £40,645.
There will be a high-spec new Toyota C-HR Premiere Edition launch version, finished in signature Sulphur bi-tone exterior. It will have standard perforated leather seats with contrast Sulphur stitching, a head-up display and Skyview panoramic roof. Prices for the new Toyota C-HR Premiere Edition start from £42,720.
The new Toyota C-HR family crossover SUV is being described as “a concept car for the road”. The radical five-door SUV continues to offer coupe-infused allure, making it an exciting model that sits between the smaller Toyota Yaris Cross and larger Toyota RAV4.
At the front, the new Toyota C-HR introduces the new Toyota ‘face’ coming to all the brands future SUVs. It has C-shaped LED headlights and a ‘hammerhead shark’ design. Both front and rear overhangs are short, and alloy wheels up to 20-inches add to the excitement.
The side profile of the new Toyota C-HR is very athletic and distinctive. There are sharp design details set within smooth lines that flow front to rear. This is enhanced by the option of bi-tone paint, that sees the contrast black roof extended down into the rear three-quarter and rear bumper.
The new Toyota C-HR has an angular rear window crowned by two bold-looking winglets, for aero efficiency. It does not have a rear wiper, with Toyota promising “optimised airflow” to clear the rear glass. There is also an LED light bar with illuminated ‘Toyota C-HR’ logo in the centre.
The new Toyota C-HR has a more upmarket appearance thanks to tighter shut lines and the integration of all its cameras and parking sensors into the design, rather than being exposed. It is the first Toyota to have flush-fit retractable doorhandles.
Inside, the new Toyota C-HR has a sporty feel with a dashboard design that wraps around the driver in a wing-like design. This is enhanced with multi-colour ambient lighting, offering up to 64 different colours.
The new Toyota C-HR has a much higher quality interior, with more tactile surfaces. It gives more of a premium feel and, says Toyota, a “leap forward in sensory quality”. Smart touches include soft-touch fabric on the doors, and double-stitched upholstery. Eco-friendly materials feature too, with double the content of recycled materials, and an animal-free alternative to leather for the steering wheel.
For the new Toyota C-HR driver, a digital display up to 12.3-inches in size is available, with three pre-set layouts. In the centre of the dash, the Toyota Smart Connect infotainment system offers either an 8.0-inch or 12.3-inch touchscreen, with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The screens in the new Toyota C-HR are crisper and higher-definition. They are augmented by over-the-air updates, and the MyT Toyota smartphone app offers remote access.
Those looking to buy or lease the new Toyota C-HR can look forward to a roomier interior. There will be family-friendly space in the rear and a larger boot than the 377-litre capacity of today’s car. As the new Toyota C-HR plug-in hybrid battery is mounted under the rear seat, the boot won’t shrink in PHEV guise.
The new Toyota C-HR’s optional Skyview panoramic glass roof doesn’t have a regular sunshade. This saves 5kg and improves headroom by 30mm. It instead has a special coating that keeps the cabin warm in winter, while preventing overheating in the summer – which also helps reduce load on the climate control system, says Toyota.
The new Toyota C-HR has a fully electrified engine range. Those buying or leasing a new Toyota C-HR can choose between 1.8-litre or 2.0-litre hybrid engines, or a 2.0-litre plug-in hybrid with an improved EV range.
The new Toyota C-HR hybrid uses the same engines as the Toyota Corolla hatchback. The 140ps 1.8-litre is the economy-focused option, using the latest fifth-generation hybrid tech to maximise engine-off running. The new Toyota C-HR 2.0-litre hybrid is expected to offer over 190ps and similarly strong mpg.
New Toyota C-HR fuel economy and performance figures will be confirmed nearer to launch.
The new Toyota C-HR 2.0-litre plug-in hybrid uses what’s called a “best-in-class” system. The plug-in batteries will serve up a strong pure electric range between charges. We predict an EV range of around 50 miles, courtesy of an expected 13.6kWh battery. The new Toyota C-HR plug-in hybrid will have strong performance too – over 220ps should serve up 0-62mph acceleration in around 7.0 seconds.
The radical new Toyota C-HR doesn’t arrive until 2024. If you can’t wait until then, why not take a look at the equally radical new Hyundai Kona? This is available as a cost-conscious, fuel-saving hybrid, but is also offered in zero emissions Hyundai Kona EV guise. As with the new Toyota C-HR, the new Hyundai Kona is usefully larger and more practical than the outgoing car.
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Another new car we’re looking forward to here at heycar is the 2024 Dacia Spring. This is a small, affordable electric car with a sub-£20,000 price tag, so serves as a nice contrast to the beefy new Toyota Land Cruiser. If you want lots of boot space, there's also the new Skoda Superb to look forward to. For all the latest news, check out our guide to all the best new cars of 2023.
The new Toyota C-HR comes as standard with the Toyota Safety Sense suite of active safety tech. This comprehensive package means the firm will be hoping for a five-star Euro NCAP safety score.
The new Toyota C-HR is positioned above the Toyota Yaris Cross, but below the larger Toyota RAV4. It is effectively the crossover SUV alternative to the Toyota Corolla hatch and estate.
The new Toyota C-HR engine line-up is fully electrified, but there is not a pure electric version. At least, not yet: the platform does allow Toyota to build one, if it thinks there would be demand…
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