Toyota C-HR

Toyota C-HR
Overview
Manufacturer Toyota
Also called Toyota IZOA (China FAW-Toyota)[1]
Production November 2016 – present
Model years
  • 2017–present (Japan & Europe)
  • 2018–present (Americas, Africa & Asia-Pacific)
Assembly
Body and chassis
Class Subcompact crossover SUV
Body style 5-door SUV
Layout
Platform TNGA: GA-C
Related Lexus UX
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,640 mm (103.9 in)
Length 4,360 mm (171.7 in)
Width 1,795 mm (70.7 in)
Height 1,565 mm (61.6 in)
Chronology
Predecessor

The Toyota C-HR (Japanese: トヨタ C-HR, Hepburn: Toyota Shīeichiāru) is a subcompact crossover SUV produced by Toyota. The production version of the C-HR was unveiled at the March 2016 Geneva Motor Show. The North American production version was also unveiled at the November 2016 Los Angeles Auto Show. The production of the C-HR started in November 2016. It was launched in Japan on 14 December 2016,[2] and in Europe, Australia and North America in early 2017. It succeeds the XA30 RAV4 in Japan. The name C-HR stands for Compact High Rider,[2] Cross Hatch Run–about[2] or Coupé High–Rider.[3]

Initial production was in Japan and Turkey. The North American-spec C-HR is imported from Turkey.[4]

Concept model

Production model

Japan

In Japan, the C-HR is sold at all Toyota dealership sales channels (Toyota Store, Toyopet Store, Corolla Store and Netz). The Japanese market C-HR is powered by either 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine, or 1.8-litre Hybrid. The 2WD models are available with both engines, while the only motor for the 4WD models is 1.2-litre turbo. Model grades are 1.8 S, 1.8 G, 1.2 S-T, and 1.2 G-T. LED Package is exclusive for the Hybrid models.

Asia

The Thai-built C-HR with 1.8-litre 2ZR-FBE engine is sold in certain Asian countries like Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brunei. The ASEAN production version was unveiled in Thailand on November 30, 2017 at the 34th Thailand International Motor Expo. For the Indonesian market, the C-HR was launched on April 10, 2018. The Hybrid version was also displayed in Indonesia at the 2017 and 2018 Gaikindo Indonesia International Auto Shows.

In Brunei, the C-HR is offered in the mid and high grade models with petrol engine, and a Hybrid model.

For Singapore and Taiwan, the C-HR is only offered with 1.2-litre 8NR-FTS petrol engine. Singapore only gets the 2WD model in Active and Luxury grades. Buyers in Taiwan can choose the 2WD and 4WD models.

Europe

Similar to Japan, the C-HR for Europe can be purchased with either 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol, or 1.8-litre Hybrid. 6 speed manual transmission is only installed in the front wheel drive 1.2 turbo. The sole gearbox for the 1.2 turbo AWD and Hybrid is automatic CVT. Trim levels are varies across the countries. In the UK, they are Icon, Design, Excel, and Dynamic. For the French market, there are even more marketing name variations, such as Active, Dynamic, Edition, Graphic, Distinctive, and Collection. They are basically the similar cars with different standard or optional equipment.

Australia

For the Australian market, the C-HR is only offered with the 1.2-litre, 8NR-FTS turbo motor. The base model is available in 2WD only. The high level Koba model is available in both 2WD and AWD variants. The gearbox for the base model is a choice of 6-speed manual, or CVT with 7-speed simulated gear. The Koba comes with CVT only, and is equipped with LED headlights, leather seats, heated front seats, and Smart entry & start system.

North America

Unique for the North American C-HR is the bigger 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol engine dubbed Dynamic Force which matched to CVT gearbox. [5] In North America, it was originally planned to be sold as a Scion before that marque was discontinued.[6][7] Model grades are LE, XLE, and Limited.

Sales

Interior (UK)
Calendar Year Europe US
2016 7,123[8] 0[9]
2017 108,170[8] 25,755[9]

References

  1. "FAW-Toyota IZOA to hit China market in June". Gasgoo. China. 2018-02-23. Retrieved 2018-03-14.
  2. 1 2 3 "Toyota Launches the New C-HR" (Press release). Toyota Global Newsroom. 2016-12-14. Retrieved 2016-12-21.
  3. Wendler, Andrew (March 2017). "Toyota C-HR Reviews - Toyota C-HR Price, Photos, and Specs". Car and Driver. US. Retrieved 2017-01-20.
  4. Aytekin, Akin (2016-11-09). "Toyota begins production of C-HR in Turkey for export to Europe, U.S." Automotive News. Retrieved 2017-02-16.
  5. "Toyota C-HR 2018 USA". SUV Drive. Retrieved 2017-06-10.
  6. Woodyard, Chris (2015-11-19). "Scion goes edgy with C-HR concept SUV". USA Today. Retrieved 2018-04-28.
  7. "Toyota's C-HR to Debut in Production Form Next Month at Detroit Auto Show". Car and Driver. US. 2015-12-23. Retrieved 2018-04-28.
  8. 1 2 "Toyota C-HR European sales figures". CarSalesBase. The Netherlands. Retrieved 2018-02-10.
  9. 1 2 "Toyota C-HR US car sales figures". CarSalesBase. The Netherlands. Retrieved 2018-02-10.
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