2018/2019 Toyota C-HR Detailed Review & Drive
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- Опубліковано 14 чер 2024
- The Toyota CH-R is a very unique offering from Toyota. It's not your typical small crossover, but also not quite like a hatchback. It has it's pros and cons like any vehicle, and we go through a detailed review and test drive. This model is the 2018 CHR, but the 2019 CHR has made some changes so keep that in mind.
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Spectacular review, Nolan! I personally really find the styling of the CH-R to be pretty attractive looking. It undeniably looks like no other vehicle in its class (which may be a good thing or a bad thing to certain people). I honestly appreciate Toyota deciding to design this vehicle in a more angular, youthful and 'edgy' way.
Afterall, this model was projected to be in the Scion lineup before the brand became defunct. Nevertheless, I find it pretty considerate of Toyota to offer 3 trim levels for 2019 (with a base model that starts at about $1,500 less than the base 2018 model). Especially since most people shopping in this segment are on a budget...
Lastly, I really like the diamond accent cues splashed all around. It definitely adds to the more "style-forward" approach of the C-HR's interior.
All in all, I would probably wait for the 2019 model if I was in the market for a sub-compact SUV, though. This is mainly because I would take advantage of those added trim levels as well as the much needed updated infotainment system.
Once again, great video with very well presented information! From one car reviewer to another, keep up the great work, Nolan!
Thanks, Marcus! Very good points and I also appreciate Toyota sticking with the concept type styling to attract those Scion buyers. I also agree with waiting for the 2019 models too...better packaging and value IMO. Thanks for the support!
I've had my 1.2 litre turbo for a year and a half and I couldn't be happier with it.
hawkesworth1712 that’s great! Glad to hear it!
One of the best reviews on the Chr! Enjoyed every minute of it!
Thank you very much, glad to hear it!
Great vid. Thinking about the 2019 possibly. Will stay tuned for your reviews. Well done
Thank you very much! If you get one I hope you enjoy it 👍
Thanks for an honest and thorough review, so appreciate it!
Maria A. Cabrera you’re welcome, thanks for watching!
Cool car with nice handy features. Not a big fan of small SUVs/Crossovers/CUVs but there is a good customer market for this class of vehicles. Great review as always, keep it up Nolan!
For sure, and this one is quite unique. I think it’s too compact for me personally but like you said, there’s a market for it! Thanks, Hikmatullah! I always appreciate the support!
I appreciate your review, which is pretty spot on. I have had a 2019 C-HR for 5 months, and I love it! The complaint about acceleration is legitimate, but I find sport mode to be a better option, especially on the freeway. The small windows in the backseat would be problematic for kids, but I rarely have anyone in the back. It handles very well, I love its edgy looks, and I it's really fun to drive. I am glad I have the 2019 model.
That’s awesome! I’m happy to hear your experience with it and I hope you continue to enjoy it. Thanks for watching!
Love the look. Its better than all the other boring small suvs
Glad to hear it! Yeah Toyota was clever to keep it interesting like the original concept
I love my 2018 XLE Premium Blue/white CH-R. My first car too
Awesome! Glad to hear it
I got mine last week, it sets apart from the competition it terms of design. Although some people complains about lack of power and size, we must remember it is not an SUV per se. If I ever wanted an SUV I would've gone for one, if I ever wanted a fast car, I would've bought a Mustang which is within my budget, so the C-HR is what it is and I love it. When it comes to options, downsides are the choice of red here in China, which is something like maroon, and there is also no hybrid version.
Excellent review thank you. I’ve test driven the UK hybrid and love it but my partner has been concerned about the blind spots. I hope after seeing your review he might give it a second chance.
Glad you liked it! Hopefully he will 🤞!
One thing you could do is buy the little warped stick on mirrors that go in the side view view mirrors to help see more of your blind spot too
I’d have to pass on this car, the 0-60 was painful to watch/listen to... but I gotta say what I like about your reviews is you are a ‘glass half full’ guy and you always find the positives such as the handling on this car. Look forward to the next one 👍🏼👍🏼
Thanks, Matthew! I’m with you on the speed here lol. With quick maneuvers in town it was better but dang...pedal down is brutal. Thanks for watching!
You did a great Job. I'm going to give it a ride very soon. Looking for my sons first car.
Thank you! That’s awesome, good luck with the search!
Thanks for the great review and all the useful info. I'm worried about the blind spot. Are the mirrors effective in all situations? How about when you merge into traffic from a side road?
Glad it was helpful! I was initially worried about that too..but surprisingly it wasn’t that bad. I definitely would still prefer some better visibility, but I merged onto a busy interstate multiple times per day and found it to be ok. The Morris actually did pretty well wen you get them where you want. Could always add the little blind spot mirrors if needed too
The CHR alerts speed and red light cameras when approaching. The voice recognition warns you if you're speeding and tell you to slow down...plus it shows your fuel efficiency and how economically your driving...
Very sporty 😍😍
it's beautiful...scion was made to have radical/edgy cars (had their gen 1 '05 xB, and for 2+ years I had people coming up to my car asking what it was, etc.), and this was a return to that concept as they weren't selling a lot of cars before they the scion divison got returned into Toyota. My brother bought the xle prem, and I've ridden and driven, and yeah i have to agree it's NOT a slug as a lot of the reviewers are saying, repeat NOT a slug... oh, do you see the vortex generators on the front side of the driver and passenger side mirrors and on both sides just before the rear tail lights)...scion also had it on the iM I believe, and good that they are pushing the limits...
Glad you like it! I think it’s cool that Toyota kept the concept like styling. I would love to see it be faster but in town and in Sport mode it can zip around pretty good, and handles really well. Thanks for watching!
I am a 28 F and love the style of this car, should I get it? Someone please tell me that its reliable and good on gas?
The appearance is very attractive
Love the car design. Really want to own one for daily use not for high revv. But for now, i keep it on hold and wait to see the 2nd generation. 1st gen normally is like experimental to me. Hope they will improve the engine power and gve more spec options.
I’m sure they will! Thanks for watching!
I like the look/styling. It's the reason I'm here looking into it. But from what I've learned, I'd definitely be more interested in the 2019. I really wish it had a dropdown armrest with cupholders in the center of the backseat, though.
I just went looking at the 2019 model and I love it especially for its price and how it looks. The car doesn’t deliver that much power to really compliment its sportish look and that’s the only downside for me. The viability on the 2019 has improved from this model some. I didn’t check under the hood if the car had it but when I went on the Toyota website later on, you have the option to install a TRD air intake for $400 which will slightly help the power in this car. I’m highly considering purchasing the 2019 XLE for a daily car for sure. Very unique design
T Jacobs definitely at a great price point and it’s cool to have a unique looking vehicle like this. That’s nice to know about the TRD air intake. Most of my test drive here was in a highway..but in town from stops or low speeds it can feel pretty zippy especially in sport mode which I think can make up for it. Good choice going with a 2019 and the XLE trim...that’s a good value. Thanks for sharing this and watching. Enjoy your CH-R if you get one!
Great review! looking to buy the 19 model next month, I wonder if sunroof is available for the limited trim, im in Canada btw
andy Lin thank you! I tried looking a little bit and didn’t see it available in Canada either. Here is a 2019 CH-R brochure for Canada
s3.amazonaws.com/toyota.site.toyota-v5/tci-prod/toyota/media/pages/catalogue/c-hr/2019/brochures/19-c-hr-brochure-en.pdf?ck=09072018024516
Well i now own a 1.8 excel hybrid, switched from an older mercedes clk 320, the difference in running costs is equivelant to a small mortgage.
Wow lol, that's amazing.
Donde se abre el maletero desde adentro del auto?
Do you know when 2019 version will be available?
Sorry but I’m not sure. Toyota already displays the 2019 over the 2018 on their site so I would think very soon!
I’m okay with the power not a fan of the fuel economy but I’m really concerned about the visibility in this car. There are many blind spots and I heard you can only rely on the mirror and blind spot monitoring to change lanes , is that a big deal
Trust me it's not a big deal once you get used to it.
Hi mr. prime. If you were looking to buy a car would you buy a Camry or a Chr?
I would definitely go Camry over CHR. It’s better in pretty much every way in my opinion, just not quite as much cargo space
Prime Autotainment thanks :) I love camrys but I live in Minnesota and winter’s are brutal so I thought maybe a bigger car would be better. But I think I’ll definitely get a Camry
The Camry night actually weigh more but I can’t remember and the CHR is only front wheel drive, as if this year the Camry is available with all wheel drive in some trims so maybe look into one of those...otherwise the RAV4 would be a good option. Bigger than the CHR but not too big and it can have all wheel drive. Something to consider 😁
In Australia, we have two models available: CHR (standard) which available in fabric seats and FWD (2WD). Koba is top of the line model, AWD and leather seats and Toyota safety systems. Both models powered by 1.2 Turbocharged petrol engine and LED taillights. You can customised the roof too. Please see links below: www.toyota.com.au/main/C-HR. I have all Black coloured KOBA, it's a delightful car to drive.
Wow thanks for the information! Glad to hear you enjoy driving it. It’s so interesting how much vehicles can differ depending where they are.
👍👲✌ Nice car💟
Did you have some CHR hybrid test ?
Sorry but I didn’t get to test one. We don’t have the Hybrid CHR here in the U.S.
Prime Autotainment Oh I see anyway Thanks for good review ; b
Thanks very much!
The Sport mode is so disincentive everytime you drive, you have to scroll through drive mode and automatically switch to normal mode if you restart your journey. I leave alone in economy mode.
Yea you’re right. Whatever works for ya!
I feel like this is definitely a niche vehicle. Not one I think I'd spend my coins on, willingly. However, I would drive one, if someone gave it to me. Lol!
Haha yes I know what you mean. It’s more polarizing than most in this class. And when compared to that HR-V we just talked about it’s not as practical
I really want to love this CUV but god it is dog awfully slow. I’ve had lower HP cars like the Yaris but this one takes the cake and fuel economy isn’t really that impressive. Toyota needs to lighten this CUV by 200 pounds with the new Corolla hatchback motor plus put the manual.
I agree with you! Exactly like you said, lose some weight and give it the new hatch engine +manual. I don’t get why they didn’t or won’t, maybe in the future
Would you recommend chr?
I’ve only driven a few in the class, but it’s probably not my favorite. It handles really well and feels good to drive, it’s on the slower end, space isnt as good as others but it’s useable. If I were you I’d test drive a couple others to compare, but I don’t think you could go wrong with the CHR. I’d go for a 2019 over a 2018 though because of changes
@@PrimeAutotainment Thanks Man.
144hp 27/31mpg vs 203hp of the new camry that can do 29/40 mpg......why would i buy a chr?????????????
Yeah surprised me too. It’s ridiculous
Definitely needs more horsepower
Agreed!
It's under powered and the mpg is ng.
Still no awd
Yeah sadly, they need to make it available
2:29 can little kids reach that door handle?
Good question...I didn’t have any kids try so I’m not sure
2.0 liters only.... no AWD... no possibility to opt for better...
What I want is a small crossover with at least 170hp, NO TURBO, and AWD... there is nothing affordable with those prerequisites... we have to look at Lexus, at 41000$, for those criterias... the Hyundai Kona has all of this, but it's a 1.6L turbo.... I want an engine that can go 250,000 km without issues... so turbos... NO!
The segment kinda sucks...
I hear ya...it’s pretty lame. I wish for the same thing you do!
15:23 😂😂
Nikki Snel shutting the console lid? Lol
Nikki Snel jk the “no glovebox” thing? 🙂
Prime Autotainment Yes exactly hahahha
Nice color, otherwise not for me. Too 'edgy'.
I feel the same way! It’s kinda cool Toyota did something unique like this, but it’s not for me. Thanks for watching, Joe!
If our cousins in US and Canada thinks 2.0 lt CHR brutality slow, come down under to Australia and try 1.2 lt Turbo petrol engine how slow our CHR.
I can only imagine lol...that’s a bummer
Looks pretty like nissan juke 😁don't get caught sitting in this (car)thing please
Sorry about the comment
Lol yeah it looks funky!
@@PrimeAutotainment if I have to choose sit in the back with 2 other people I rather sit in the back of the police car
still no AWD. pass !
reidspencer yeah it’s a bummer!
For me the design is too damn origami much like many japanese auto companies. No thanks
Yeah it’s a little too unique for me too. Seems to be a love hate thing for most people
You have a very incorrect driving position, so even if you like driving like that, your commentaries should be based on the correct one.
Jorge Duarte would you please educate me on the correct position then?
My comment is not intended to give you lessons, but to better your channel, giving a positive contribution. However, if you are humble enough to consider you do not know all and are willing to improve your reviews, there is massive info in video and articles available on correct driving posture. Who knows, maybe in the future you might make a video about this. Pride alone will not help you. Thanks for caring.
I made a smart as$ remark and apologize for that. Thanks for taking the time to write in. I know the proper hip, knee, shoulder points etc but honestly feel more comfortable sitting low and reclining back further than most. In these test cars I tend to move the seats around a lot to see how it feels with different positions. Good point on making a video. I work in Physical Therapy, in fact, and a lot of my patients have horrible posture and positioning at work, in the car, in chairs etc so that could be very helpful for a lot of people. Sorry about being rude back to you and thanks again for the input! 👍
Your commentary was boring.
Khan Hannan sorry you feel that way. Thanks for the feedback.
lol. Why a 2 liter ??.. (Stupid).. I'll go for a Mazda.
Boring review my friend
Sorry you didn’t like it!