Why Lease The C-HR?
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Toyota C-HR Review 2022
The Toyota C-HR is a compact, stylish SUV that's easy to drive and cheap to run. Its unique dimensions make it stand out as a family car from less eye-catching SUVs.
Rivals to the Toyota C-HR include the SEAT Ateca, Nissan Qashqai, Volkswagen Tiguan, Peugeot 3008 and Nissan Juke.
Our Toyota C-HR review covers:
Toyota C-HR Key Features
- Sharp, sporty design with a swooping coupe-like roofline and angular headlights
- Futuristic interior with eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system as standard
- 377-litre boot, which expands to 1,164 litres with the rear seats folded
- Choice of two hybrid technology engines
- Four trim levels, including Icon, Design, Excel and GR Sport
Design, Practicality and Boot Space
The Toyota C-HR has an eye-catching design with its swooping coupe-like roofline and angular headlights, making it look much sportier than its conventional boxy SUV rivals. The C-HR also has new front and rear bumpers and scrolling LED indicators to add to its striking design.
Inside the C-HR, there isn't as much room as the Volkswagen Tiguan, and its swooping coupe-like roofline feels pretty dark and cramped in the back.
As for boot space, the C-HR offers up to 377 litres of capacity, increasing to 1,164 litres with the rear seats folded down. There’s enough space for a weekly shop, but compared with similar-sized, similarly-priced rivals, such as the Seat Ateca and Nissan Qashqai, it can carry more luggage.
Interior and Trims
The Toyota C-HR's futuristic interior looks just as slick as its angular exterior. But, unfortunately, it's let down by some cheap plastics and cramped rear seats.
All models have an eight-inch touchscreen infotainment system as standard, with several fixed buttons flanking the central display to help you easily access key features.
Four trim levels are available, including Icon, Design, Excel and GR Sport.
The entry-level Icon trim comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, rain-sensing wipers and LED daytime running lights. Plus, DAB digital radio and Bluetooth connectivity, dual-zone air conditioning and a reversing camera.
The Design model comes with 18-inch alloy wheels, tinted rear windows and auto-folding side mirrors. This trim also adds heated front seats, adjustable lumbar support for the driver's seat, ambient lighting and keyless entry. Plus, an infotainment system with sat-nav and access to online features such as the weather or nearby fuel prices.
The Excel model adds a few luxurious touches with a full leather trim, front and rear parking sensors and smart silver and dark brown interior.
The top-of-the-range GR Sport is a sporty-looking warm-hatch model with 19-inch alloy wheels, tinted adaptive LED headlights, LED tail lights and active indicators. It also adds a leather-wrapped GR Sport steering wheel and electrically adjustable sports seats covered in leather and Alcantara. Plus, a JBL Premium audio system completes the package.
Power and Performance
Toyota offers the C-HR with two self-charging hybrid engines, including a 120bhp 1.8-litre petrol found in the Toyota Prius. There’s also a 181bhp 2.0-litre petrol that it shares with the Toyota Corolla.
The Toyota C-HR's efficient self-charging hybrid technology switches effortlessly between electric energy or a combination of petrol and electric power.
The Toyota C-HR was created with urban living in mind making it perfect for commuting around town. You can manoeuvre easily and maintain control in confined places thanks to Its sharp, responsive acceleration, agile handling and agility.
Leasing vs Buying
Prices for the new Toyota C-HR start from £28,979.00 OTR* or to lease from £304.02 per month.
Do you have questions about leasing a Toyota C-HR? Nationwide Vehicle Contracts is one of the largest car leasing providers in the UK. The manufacturer's warranty, road tax for the duration of the lease, breakdown coverage, and free mainland GB delivery are all included in all of our car leasing offers (exclusions apply).
Additionally, leasing a Toyota C-HR may be less expensive than an outright purchase with a bank loan or dealer finance due to fixed monthly rentals, a low initial investment, variable mileage, and contract terms.
*'On the road' price is correct at the time of publication and includes one year's road fund licence, DVLA first registration fee and number plate fee. Prices are subject to change. Always check with your nearest retailer.
