Second-generation crossover to be the first Toyota model to be offered exclusively with petrol-electric hybrid power
- C-HR retains focus on style
- Two hybrid systems on offer
- Massive 12.3-inch display dominates new interior
Toyota has finally pulled the covers of its new-generation C-HR and detailed the three-grade line-up for Australia, which is set to land on our shores in the first half of 2024.
For this generation the C-HR is offered with a hybrid-only line-up in Australia with both a 1.8-litre and 2.0-litre engine on offer, with the latter offered with all-wheel drive.
Toyota has unveiled the second-generation C-HR
Pricing and a full list of specifications are yet to be released by Toyota, however it has confirmed the range will consist of the GXL, Koba and GR Sport grades.
C-HR retains focus on style
Marginally short yet wider than the current first-generation C-HR, the all-new replacement is 4360mm long and 1830mm wide, while height varies between 1558mm and 1564mm depending variant. Its 2640mm wheelbase is identical to the current model.
The new C-HR’s styling has remained reasonably faithful to the original C-HR Prologue Concept unveiled in late 2022.
Like the outgoing model, the new C-HR retains its focus on style
Images released by Toyota reveal flush door handles – a first for the brand – as well as 19-inch wheels and a panoramic glass roof with infra-red reduction technology that negates the need for a traditional sunshade.
With a contemporary design and focus on efficiency, the second-generation C-HR will likely compete with the Kia Niro, Hyundai Kona and perhaps even affordable EVs such as the BYD Atto 3 in the small SUV segment.
Two hybrid systems on offer
Toyota has taken the unusual route of offering two different ‘fifth-generation’ hybrid systems with two very different outputs, if using the same 4.08Ah lithium-ion battery.
The first is a 72kW/142Nm 1.8-litre four-cylinder engine mated to a 70kW/185Nm electric motor, which provides a total system output of 103kW with no torque figure noted.
For the first time, the C-HR will be available with AWD
This system sends power to the front wheels exclusively and is available on the GXL and Koba grades.
Available on the GR Sport is a 112kW/190Nm 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine paired with a 83kW/206Nm motor at the front axle and a 30kW/84Nm motor at the rear, with a total system output of 145kW.
It’s the first time the C-HR has been made available with AWD, with the crossover rebooting the GR Sport grade to sit alongside the likes of the Yaris Cross small SUV and RAV4 midsize SUV.
Massive 12.3-inch display dominates new interior
Typically known for leaning towards the conservative side of the industry when it comes to touchscreen size, the C-HR has rejected this stereotype and adopted a massive 12.3-inch touchscreen that dominates the new chain design.
With wireless Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto, the new multimedia display can also be paired with a full-width digital driver’s display depending on the grade.
Toyota has adopted a 12.3-inch touchscreen
The last-generation C-HR was often criticized for its slipping rear roof design affecting the headroom passengers but the new model claims an additional 30mm of head room thanks to the inclusion of the panoramic sunroof.
Inside, Toyota claimed that the new version features twice the quantity of recycled plastic materials used for over 100 different components.
The cabin also features a new fabric for the seat trim made from recycled bottles.
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