In a time when individual SUV designs can seem to merge, the Toyota C-HR has looks that stand out from the crowd. But does it back up its appearance with quality?
Distinctive Crossover Design
The 2022 Toyota is a crossover that’s overflowing with character and personality, with a smooth curving yet forward-leaning look that sets it apart from the generic SUV profile. The chunky front and rear ends are separated by a low-slung roofline that flows backward, giving a much more aggressive and streamlined impression than other, more upright SUVs.
What’s more, the available two-tone body finish and 18″ alloy wheels put the final seal on the C-HR’s eye-catching appearance. Great looks aren’t necessarily the prime factor to consider when buying a new vehicle, but this Toyota’s sense of confident style is certainly a strong point in its favour.
City-Friendly Powertrain and Performance
The C-HR’s compact size makes it a perfect fit for everyday city driving, and the engineering is designed to provide agile performance under those conditions. All models in the lineup are powered by a 2.0L four-cylinder engine, making a substantial 144 horsepower fed to front-wheel drive via a smooth continuously variable transmission (CVT). The result is a crossover with the perfect balance of power and economy for daily use, returning an attractive fuel rating of just 8.2L / 100km combined.
But the C-HR is about more than daily practicality. A selectable Sport driving mode enables the automatic transmission to simulate a seven-speed Shiftmatic unit, letting you move through the virtual gears at your own pace, while optimizing the throttle response for an extra hint of agility in the drive.
And lastly for the powertrain section, handling is also a strong point of the C-HR, with Vehicle Stability Control, traction control, and Hill-Start Assist helping to ensure a smooth ride, whatever the Canadian weather conditions and terrain can put in your path.
Premium Interior Features
At the base level, the C-HR provides a comfortable but no-nonsense interior. Move up to the higher two levels, however, and the experience takes on a premium quality with options including a heated leather steering wheel and heated leather-wrapped seats. Dual-zone automatic climate control is included across the range, while the top-level Limited trim adds ambient lighting to complete the upscale feel.
Infotainment is handled by an 8″ touchscreen display as standard, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto providing smartphone integration, while essential driving information is displayed on a 4.2″ colour TFT display nestling behind the wheel.
Peace of Mind with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0
The Toyota Safety Sense system is one of the most advanced active safety suites on the market, and it’s included in all three of the 2022 C-HR trim levels. Key standard and available features include:
– Forward-collision warnings with pedestrian and cyclist detection, even in low light conditions – Full-speed radar cruise control to maintain safe highway distances, including full stop-and-go functionality – Lane departure warnings with road edge detection and gentle steering correction – Adaptive front headlights for greater visibility when cornering – Auto high beam headlights to avoid dazzling other drivers – Blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alerts
The 2022 Toyota C-HR’s combination of standout character and advanced features make it one of the most interesting and attractive compact crossovers available today. To experience its qualities for yourself, please book a test drive by clicking on the button below.
Please Note: The details of this article were accurate at the time it was written. Manufacturers may change the details of any vehicle’s specifications, at any time, without notice.
