This was great review. My dad is 68, retired and just ordered new 2022 Toyota CH-R Limited (Red). We are in Canada and here after all fees and taxes it worked out to $36,000 CDN. Dad's main point for this car was reliability, and he loves the funky design. Cheers!!!
I just bought this same exact car and it’s a attention grabber for sure. Beside that, it drives pretty smooth and have a lot of features. A lot of people complain about the acceleration but it’s not that bad, it have a lot of torque
true...I got mine in Dec/2021...take off is a bit slow...but U DO get going...lol....the inside could have been a bit fancier but..I LOVE THE outside look!
@@naphtaliobanor1454 well car prices have gone through the roof with inflation and limited production. I would say the other competitor is the hrv at a lower price and the crv.
I have the 2018 purchased one year ago. Complaints would be no automatic starter..rear blind spot as u mentioned.. and poor acceleration. Storage could also be better. Otherwise satisfied. Reliable and a good driver. Handles great.
How is the blind spot. How ab the manual shifting mode? How is view out back? Ok u talkd ab that! Thx for the info on fuel tank. Good thing it is fuel efficient. Size of fuel tank is something I didnt even think of.
I want this to be my first ever car! It’s great for single short person without children. I’m not interested in anything bigger. I’m wondering how much would it be for maintenance? Gas type? Blind spot? Updated features include in the car? Thank you for review. I enjoyed every bit of it.
I can answer some questions here: As far as maintenance goes, it being a Toyota, and with its reliability reputation, I would guess it really wouldn't need any maintenance down the line other than the basic oil changes and brake jobs (Although, all year models of the chr does have CVT transmissions and based on my research needs transmission fluid changes every 30,000 miles). As far as gas goes, it takes regular 87 octane gasoline. Blind Spot monitoring is only a safety feature that comes on limited trims of the chr. (I'm sure I heard somewhere that you can also get it on the XLE trims as well but I can't confirm) I'm not too sure what you exactly mean by updated features in the car but feel free to clarify and I'd be happy to answer any question you have.
For some reason I thought I already responded to this so my apologies! We got two years free maintenance included when we bought the car, so no expense out of pocket yet. Even past that point I don't expect it to need anything other than the usual fluids, brakes, tires, etc. As far as features, the Limited trim has all the standard safety tech (radar cruise, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, etc.), as well as other things like heated seats, Apple CarPlay, automatic high beams, and more. I have another video coming on this car soon which will include a more thorough walkaround of the car as well as an MPG test.
Maintenance is same as other cars, Gas type is just regular unleaded and you have to fill it up every now then, it has the smallest tank of all Toyota, No blind spot at all but, the good thing about it is easy to upgrade interior and exterior wise, I have a 2020 CHR LImited
Here's my input on the CH-R, currently have the 2018 premium edition. Great gas mileage, great handling, and good ride. The con: loud, small after having it for 4 years now. The cv-t sucks big time. Now looking to trade the CHR for a Mazda CX5.
I thought about buying one. I have seen dozens of complaints regarding the CVT Transmission failures. Some models 2018 thru 2021 This has scared me for sure! Some models only had 60K before failure
@@SyntheticFuture The Prius (& hybrids/EVs) uses an eCVT, which is a completely different transmission design (no belt/chain) than the regular belt/chain CVT's used in non-hybrids. Complete apples & oranges. Literally the only thing they have in common is the CVT in their name.
@@inctru Yeah I realize now that this is not a hybrid C-HR 😶 I own a hybrid C-HR and it has the exact drive train from the Prius. So I stand corrected here. Although it's still a Toyota so it's probably fine right? 😅
Toyota has been using a CVTs in the Corolla since @ 2013 with very little issue it’s the number one selling vehicle in the world. I think initially they had a few issues but Toyota is very quick to redesign and correct design issues. CVTs get a bad rap because of the brands who do not manufacture their own engines and transmissions and and have wide spread failures like Nissan/Renault and KIA Hyundai. As long as you service your vehicle as recommended it should last as long as any other Toyota would.
@@revilsdr Not what I am hearing from Toyota mechanics who are having to replace the failed belt/chain CVT transmissions at a lot higher rate than the older geared transmissions. The eCVT design in hybrids/EV is the only reliable CVT out there.
I keep seeing forum discussions on how the transmission goes bad and has to be fully replaced after 100000 miles costing over 8,000 usd. What are your thoughts on this?
From what I’ve seen Toyota’s CVTs have been much more reliable thus far than Nissan or anyone else’s. The potential is always there, but hopefully it will last longer than that. Time will tell!
@@AlsoAndrew I see alot of hate for this car but I think its an amazing car in my opinion. I didnt mention but ive owned the 2020 model for almost 2 years and I love it no problems and its very smooth. I hope to have it forever. Car care nut made a video on our car and he said when it comes to reliabiliy its a hidden gem. He puts it up with the 4 runner and Fj cruiser when it comes to reliability which is amazing. I dont care about what the formus say anymore lol.
@@AlsoAndrew I also like unique cars and being different. I didnt know this car existed till I went to the dealership. It stands out compared to other cars and I get a lot of compliments.
@@Raveenloading23 My wife just bought a 2020 CHR, non hybrid. Toyota have a good name for reliability. Maxda, Audi, BMW, Nissan, and many others don't. I have a Lexus RX450H which comes out of the Toyota factory. That has been extremely reliable. No issues whatso ever. The key to reliability for any car is regular maintenance. Follow the manufacturers maintenance schedule and you shouldn't have any problems. The fact is many people drive their vehicles without doing any maintenance on them or if they do it is less than the manufacturers recommendations. Another thing. Buy your own oils and have someone replace it for you. Many places just put cheap oil in the cars and that is where you can have problems.
just buying one now in Europe, but hybrid model, which seems it's not available in US because you have low fuel prices lol. But here, an e-CVT with 2.0 petrol engine + electric engine with 6.5L/100KM consumption (39mpg) it's basically a free car, because prices are now almost $2.5 per liter of petrol around EU. Price is 36000E (~37000$) for Classy equip. (Almost full options, top one is GR sport here).
Be advised the CHR's CVT transmissions are having major problems. My wife's 2018 CHR transmission had to be replaced at 76200 miles. This, I found to be a common problem with CHR's over several years 2018, 2019 and possibly 2020 and 2021. I suggest you do your research before buying this particular car.
does your mpg go down really low when you drive in side streets and when you stop or full stop for a little, does your mpg goes down really really low ? please respond
Thanks for asking your feedback ok the CH-R. I'm really interested on getting it being that it will just be driven around town and here and there and it will just be for me. You said you drove the Corolla what's your take on that and the CH-R? I know everyone will have a different outlook when it comes to test driving a car.
They're both great cars. Personally I prefer the Corolla, but they are very similar cars, mechanically, interior wise, etc. If you prefer sitting up higher and need more cargo space, go for the C-HR. If you want slightly better fuel economy and spend less at purchase, go for the Corolla.
@@AlsoAndrew thanks for replying back to my question. Being 5'2 i would prefer something that would help with height. I just wished the CH-R was available here in the states as a hybrid.
I almost downsized to one of these from a 4Runner TRDORP. I was having issues with accepting the poor gas mileage and rising fuel cost. I ended up going with a Subaru since I just couldn't go from a 4Runner into one of these. I have heard that these little cars (built in Japan) have the reliability of a Land Cruiser which is why I was interested. So if you manage to get one of these used, it's gonna last a long long long time if you take care of it. Just like a 4Runner. Nice little car for the right person.
It’s full synthetic, plus the car doesn’t get driven hard at all. Also it had free maintenance for the first 2 years and the interval that Toyota would cover was 10,000. Now that we’re past that it will get slightly more frequent
@@AlsoAndrew doesnt matter if its full synthetic, doesnt matter that its not driven hard. The only way anyone should do 10k mile oil changes is if theyre doing highway miles almost exclusively. When I bought my CHR new it also came with the Toyota maintenence plan. How that really works is its a package with a preset number of oil changes and tire rotations. The intervals are suggestions. I got my first free oil change at 7,500 miles, which is too long but I kept an eye on the oil color on the dipstick back then and went by that. The next free oil change I got was a 5k interval. I do all my oil changes at 3k miles now. High mileage oil changes in a Toyota will result in blocked oil control rings eventually and cause the cylinder walls to be scored and the engine to burn oil.
My Mom bought a 2020 CHR and last winter Toyota had a recall on the block heater. They asked people to come in so service can disconnect the block heat. It was -35 C when they told people in Winnipeg to stop using the block heater. Today Toyota has not replaced the block heater and winter is coming. I am done with Toyota and am telling people Toyota has nose dived in quality and are not fixing warranty issues in an appropriate time frame. I will never buy Toyota. Bought a new 2022 Mazda CX 5 GT Sport and I am very happy with it. Toyota is terrible.
I have a 2018 CHR with only 60,000 plus an needs a transmission . I took it to the dealership for all the required maintenance an now it’s costing me $8900 to get it fixed 🤬 my opinion is don’t buy this crap car.
“Just for scale, that’s my forearm” yep, we Americans measure in anything except the metric system 😂
This was great review.
My dad is 68, retired and just ordered new 2022 Toyota CH-R Limited (Red). We are in Canada and here after all fees and taxes it worked out to $36,000 CDN.
Dad's main point for this car was reliability, and he loves the funky design.
Cheers!!!
Awesome! Congrats. Thanks for watching
I'm getting one in 2023 ... love the design
I just bought this same exact car and it’s a attention grabber for sure. Beside that, it drives pretty smooth and have a lot of features. A lot of people complain about the acceleration but it’s not that bad, it have a lot of torque
true...I got mine in Dec/2021...take off is a bit slow...but U DO get going...lol....the inside could have been a bit fancier but..I LOVE THE outside look!
We have one also. I must disagree with you that for a $30,000 car, its features are very minimal, compared to competition.
@@naphtaliobanor1454 well car prices have gone through the roof with inflation and limited production. I would say the other competitor is the hrv at a lower price and the crv.
Short, sweet, to the point. Thanks.
Quick question about the blind spot: Isn't the screen compensating for it by covering the area you can't see?
I have the 2018 purchased one year ago. Complaints would be no automatic starter..rear blind spot as u mentioned.. and poor acceleration. Storage could also be better. Otherwise satisfied. Reliable and a good driver. Handles great.
How is the blind spot. How ab the manual shifting mode? How is view out back? Ok u talkd ab that! Thx for the info on fuel tank. Good thing it is fuel efficient. Size of fuel tank is something I didnt even think of.
Love the way it look
Great Review Andrew!
I want this to be my first ever car! It’s great for single short person without children. I’m not interested in anything bigger. I’m wondering how much would it be for maintenance? Gas type? Blind spot? Updated features include in the car? Thank you for review. I enjoyed every bit of it.
I can answer some questions here:
As far as maintenance goes, it being a Toyota, and with its reliability reputation, I would guess it really wouldn't need any maintenance down the line other than the basic oil changes and brake jobs (Although, all year models of the chr does have CVT transmissions and based on my research needs transmission fluid changes every 30,000 miles).
As far as gas goes, it takes regular 87 octane gasoline.
Blind Spot monitoring is only a safety feature that comes on limited trims of the chr. (I'm sure I heard somewhere that you can also get it on the XLE trims as well but I can't confirm)
I'm not too sure what you exactly mean by updated features in the car but feel free to clarify and I'd be happy to answer any question you have.
@@infinitequickscopes3706 Thank you very much!
@@cavianguardian No problem! Hope you can get your hands on a chr, they're excellent cars!
For some reason I thought I already responded to this so my apologies!
We got two years free maintenance included when we bought the car, so no expense out of pocket yet. Even past that point I don't expect it to need anything other than the usual fluids, brakes, tires, etc.
As far as features, the Limited trim has all the standard safety tech (radar cruise, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, etc.), as well as other things like heated seats, Apple CarPlay, automatic high beams, and more.
I have another video coming on this car soon which will include a more thorough walkaround of the car as well as an MPG test.
Maintenance is same as other cars, Gas type is just regular unleaded and you have to fill it up every now then, it has the smallest tank of all Toyota, No blind spot at all but, the good thing about it is easy to upgrade interior and exterior wise, I have a 2020 CHR LImited
Love it! I have the Scion tC and I'm considering buying this one so your video really helps with my decision.
Glad I could help! Best of luck with the purchase if you do decide to
@@AlsoAndrew thank you so much!
Thanks for the review. On Toyota’s website it says starting price is $23,880.
Thanks for watching! That is correct for a base XLE model. The MSRP in the intro sequence is for our Limited including options and destination.
And, sadly, no longer available in North America - but totally re-designed for 2024 elsewhere - Fark you Toyota NA
Any updates Andrew? Still good?:)
We have a 2020 CHR same color next trim level below yours. The car is great except it does not support programmable automatic door locks.
Here's my input on the CH-R, currently have the 2018 premium edition. Great gas mileage, great handling, and good ride.
The con: loud, small after having it for 4 years now. The cv-t sucks big time.
Now looking to trade the CHR for a Mazda CX5.
CVT isn't my favorite but it's not the worst. Overall a good car for our use case. CX-5 is a fantastic car too!
Big changes after 2018 tho one being a decent touch screen not that rear cam in mirror
Is the Cbt giving you any mechanical problems? I'd like to know from someone who's had it for a few years
@@NovaBlade926 no issue since I traded in.
@@NovaBlade926 Had mine 4 years now. Nothing
I thought about buying one.
I have seen dozens of complaints regarding the CVT Transmission failures.
Some models 2018 thru 2021
This has scared me for sure!
Some models only had 60K before failure
I own one with eCVT.
A lot of professionals, say that this gearbox is very reliable.
@@Marius07543 Thanks Man
Sun/Moon roofs suck, so count yourself lucky. Only thing to really worry about longer-term is the belt/chain CVT transmission.
It's the same as the Prius which has been proven to last over 300.000 kilometers. So it should be fine.
@@SyntheticFuture The Prius (& hybrids/EVs) uses an eCVT, which is a completely different transmission design (no belt/chain) than the regular belt/chain CVT's used in non-hybrids. Complete apples & oranges. Literally the only thing they have in common is the CVT in their name.
@@inctru Yeah I realize now that this is not a hybrid C-HR 😶 I own a hybrid C-HR and it has the exact drive train from the Prius. So I stand corrected here. Although it's still a Toyota so it's probably fine right? 😅
Toyota has been using a CVTs in the Corolla since @ 2013 with very little issue it’s the number one selling vehicle in the world. I think initially they had a few issues but Toyota is very quick to redesign and correct design issues. CVTs get a bad rap because of the brands who do not manufacture their own engines and transmissions and and have wide spread failures like Nissan/Renault and KIA Hyundai. As long as you service your vehicle as recommended it should last as long as any other Toyota would.
@@revilsdr Not what I am hearing from Toyota mechanics who are having to replace the failed belt/chain CVT transmissions at a lot higher rate than the older geared transmissions. The eCVT design in hybrids/EV is the only reliable CVT out there.
Is for Dordash Uberets
I love my chr to
Buying one next week any thing I should be aware of
how is it?
I bought the Toyota Corolla sport instead 💀💀@@orfikospyguy1227
How did you maintain your paint and trims to be so shiny and scratch free so long?
Red is generally premium paint
Also it has self repairing paint, works wel for small scratches
I keep seeing forum discussions on how the transmission goes bad and has to be fully replaced after 100000 miles costing over 8,000 usd. What are your thoughts on this?
From what I’ve seen Toyota’s CVTs have been much more reliable thus far than Nissan or anyone else’s. The potential is always there, but hopefully it will last longer than that. Time will tell!
@@AlsoAndrew I see alot of hate for this car but I think its an amazing car in my opinion. I didnt mention but ive owned the 2020 model for almost 2 years and I love it no problems and its very smooth. I hope to have it forever. Car care nut made a video on our car and he said when it comes to reliabiliy its a hidden gem. He puts it up with the 4 runner and Fj cruiser when it comes to reliability which is amazing. I dont care about what the formus say anymore lol.
@@AlsoAndrew I also like unique cars and being different. I didnt know this car existed till I went to the dealership. It stands out compared to other cars and I get a lot of compliments.
@@Raveenloading23 My wife just bought a 2020 CHR, non hybrid. Toyota have a good name for reliability. Maxda, Audi, BMW, Nissan, and many others don't. I have a Lexus RX450H which comes out of the Toyota factory. That has been extremely reliable. No issues whatso ever. The key to reliability for any car is regular maintenance. Follow the manufacturers maintenance schedule and you shouldn't have any problems. The fact is many people drive their vehicles without doing any maintenance on them or if they do it is less than the manufacturers recommendations. Another thing. Buy your own oils and have someone replace it for you. Many places just put cheap oil in the cars and that is where you can have problems.
I'm regularly on the C-HR forums, myself. 2018 XLE Red/White. Barely have 45k miles on it. CVT fluid flushed at 30k miles. Yes that early.
just buying one now in Europe, but hybrid model, which seems it's not available in US because you have low fuel prices lol. But here, an e-CVT with 2.0 petrol engine + electric engine with 6.5L/100KM consumption (39mpg) it's basically a free car, because prices are now almost $2.5 per liter of petrol around EU. Price is 36000E (~37000$) for Classy equip. (Almost full options, top one is GR sport here).
Nice choice! I really wish they sold the hybrid version here. We definitely would have bought it if they did
It’s a shame cvt is so noisy in what is otherwise a very nice comfortable car, think that would really grate on me I like a quiet interior👍
Car wash with out damaging the spoiler?
So far no issues. Although it doesn’t go through automatic washes very often, it usually gets hand washed
How noisy is the car when you drive in highway?
It's not luxury car quiet, but it's not incredibly loud either.
@@AlsoAndrew Thanks
My 2018 rav4 is much noisier. Then again, the Rav has AT tires.
I have 2018 love mine
Same - not even 45k miles on mine. RubyRed/white. Had the cvt fluid flushed at 30k miles.
Be advised the CHR's CVT transmissions are having major problems. My wife's 2018 CHR transmission had to be replaced at 76200 miles. This, I found to be a common problem with CHR's over several years 2018, 2019 and possibly 2020 and 2021. I suggest you do your research before buying this particular car.
"and possibly 2020 and 2021". You might want to do your own research before making misleading statements.
I have a C-HR in the UK and I easily get 60mpg
Of course this is the 5 quart British gallon. Why not kilometers per liter???
Even with the gallon measurement difference that's pretty good! Although yours is a hybrid right? We don't get the hybrid version here.
does your mpg go down really low when you drive in side streets and when you stop or full stop for a little, does your mpg goes down really really low ? please respond
Any car will see a decrease in mpg when you're in the city, in traffic, or idling for a long period of time.
Thanks for asking your feedback ok the CH-R. I'm really interested on getting it being that it will just be driven around town and here and there and it will just be for me. You said you drove the Corolla what's your take on that and the CH-R? I know everyone will have a different outlook when it comes to test driving a car.
They're both great cars. Personally I prefer the Corolla, but they are very similar cars, mechanically, interior wise, etc. If you prefer sitting up higher and need more cargo space, go for the C-HR. If you want slightly better fuel economy and spend less at purchase, go for the Corolla.
@@AlsoAndrew thanks for replying back to my question. Being 5'2 i would prefer something that would help with height. I just wished the CH-R was available here in the states as a hybrid.
Yeah it’s strange they didn’t bring the hybrid version here, I’m sure it would sell just fine
I almost downsized to one of these from a 4Runner TRDORP. I was having issues with accepting the poor gas mileage and rising fuel cost. I ended up going with a Subaru since I just couldn't go from a 4Runner into one of these. I have heard that these little cars (built in Japan) have the reliability of a Land Cruiser which is why I was interested. So if you manage to get one of these used, it's gonna last a long long long time if you take care of it. Just like a 4Runner. Nice little car for the right person.
30 mph !!! i though it was a great fuel saver...
30 mpg is good considering it's mixed city/highway driving and it's not a hybrid.
@@AlsoAndrew I got 37.8 on the "dream-meter" last week - All interstate
If your doing oil changes every 10k miles then your doing something wrong. Way too long unless your doing 95% highway miles.
It’s full synthetic, plus the car doesn’t get driven hard at all. Also it had free maintenance for the first 2 years and the interval that Toyota would cover was 10,000. Now that we’re past that it will get slightly more frequent
@@AlsoAndrew doesnt matter if its full synthetic, doesnt matter that its not driven hard. The only way anyone should do 10k mile oil changes is if theyre doing highway miles almost exclusively. When I bought my CHR new it also came with the Toyota maintenence plan. How that really works is its a package with a preset number of oil changes and tire rotations. The intervals are suggestions. I got my first free oil change at 7,500 miles, which is too long but I kept an eye on the oil color on the dipstick back then and went by that. The next free oil change I got was a 5k interval. I do all my oil changes at 3k miles now. High mileage oil changes in a Toyota will result in blocked oil control rings eventually and cause the cylinder walls to be scored and the engine to burn oil.
Not economic if 30 miles in 1 gallon.
My Mom bought a 2020 CHR and last winter Toyota had a recall on the block heater. They asked people to come in so service can disconnect the block heat. It was -35 C when they told people in Winnipeg to stop using the block heater. Today Toyota has not replaced the block heater and winter is coming. I am done with Toyota and am telling people Toyota has nose dived in quality and are not fixing warranty issues in an appropriate time frame. I will never buy Toyota. Bought a new 2022 Mazda CX 5 GT Sport and I am very happy with it. Toyota is terrible.
good review
GREAT CAR
❤️❤️❤️
Too bad we will never see the 2024 C-HR here in North America 🤬
nice car
0-60 in 11 seconds. My pet turtle walks faster.
👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
I have a 2018 CHR with only 60,000 plus an needs a transmission . I took it to the dealership for all the required maintenance an now it’s costing me $8900 to get it fixed 🤬 my opinion is don’t buy this crap car.
could've done without the annoying music
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