I compared these two head-to-head before making my choice. This vid was helpful. The Toyota is defiantly better looking and better handling. But my choice was based upon utility, traction, cargo room, and driver's view. I now am a proud owner of a 2021 Honda HR-V EX AWD.
This little lady knows what she's talking about. Per my mom's request, I took my my to the Toyota dealer to check out some cars. My intention was to discourage her from buying a car so she wouldn't have a car payment. She picks out this CHR and I was amazed at the looks, functions, and safety of the vehicle. I knew it had to be something good cause this is a woman who never owned a vehicle that didn't have power leather seats. So we get to the numbers and I am shocked at how low her monthly payments would be. We had to play the game a little, but in the end, I saw her happier and safer than with any car I ever saw her in. She doesn't read manuals very well so I had to study the car for her to make sure she got the best of it. As I did, I grew to like it more and more. Within 1 week I bought one for myself and 2 weeks later my wife bought another for herself. We're not rich either. I traded in a beautiful 2015 Camero that I owed 17,000 on and my wife traded in 2 crappy vehicles that we had. In the end, after the price of my insurance dropping, my monthly payments for both new CHR's came to even out with the payments I was making on the Camero. Along with that I have an 8 year free maintenance warranty (includes oil changes) and life time power/trans. Of course, I would have had the Camero paid off sooner, but this deal was worth the extended time. No down payment either. I test drove others but this one stood out.
I get you! I LOVE my C-HR and what is the icing on the cake are the available Toyota TRD parts for the car that further enhance the sportiness of the car. Enjoy your C-HRs I know my family and I are enjoying ours.
CHR looks badass as hell but drives like hell too. guess I went from a Prius and had driven Toyotas that didnt sound like a lawnmower. I might be ok with a CHR for short trips but 3 hours on the road in that thing
Most reviews of the HR-V sing it's praises when mentioning it's handling characteristics. In fact this is the first that I've seen where someone was critical of that.
I have never seen a reviewer bash a Porsche or Ferrari because of it inability to go rockcrawling. So why in Gods earth do they think anyone who buys a 140hp, cvt equipped, subcompact CUV expected a sports car?? It was never intended as such. Lets be honest for a bit, if i wanted driving excitement I wouldnt be shopping this segment. These cars are supposed to be cheap to operate, practical, easy to drive. We cant expect a technoligical tour de force that handles like a Cayenne or Macan for just 20k. It just wont happen. And if the sales of these "boring" cars are anything to go by you reviewers might be completely out of phase with reality.
I agree! I just bought a 2 tone 2019 Toyota C-HR XLE and LOVE IT! For 2019 they update the infotainment system and fixed that awkward back up camera. The thing is STUNNING to look at, loaded with safety features and fun to drive all wrapped up in that legendary Toyota quality! Take the CVT transmission. Toyota has been making and refining this transmission for about 20 years since its introduction on the Prius. Honda does not even make their own CVTs and outsources them from a subpar company. Also the thing people don't mention are the option Toyota TRD performance parts available for the C-HR. Toyota offers options to both improve the stance and handling of the car as well as increase horse power and torque. I will be getting all the TRD parts for my C-HR. For me and my family, this Toyota C-HR is the car we have been waiting for. I just spent hours detailing it and it is simply beautiful to look at. It has to be appreciate in person. I feel like I brought the car show home to me.
Was not expecting to hear “sucks” in a professional video. I find the HR-V relatively responsive in S mode around town. At least the HR-V is 100% practical, and no compromises made for style. Yes, some other markets get different features, but you might also get a smaller engine or no spare tire. It’s not like they get more features for the same money.
2018 HRV is on the way with a refreshed exterior and all the safety features that the rest of our lineup has. Following that it will come with Apple carplay and Android Auto. Perhaps a re-do of this comparison should be done in a couple of months!
Serious question, why is the CHR considered a cuv and not a hatchback? It doesn't have awd. Does it have a certain ground clearance that makes it a cuv?
Super Dan Because it rides higher than a hatchback, and speaking of which, it does have AWD in other countries. Though I heard rumors for Toyota to put AWD and a Hybrid version into the C-HR here in North America really soon, but leather seats and the new Toyota Entune 3.0 infotainment system found in the 2018 Camry are rumored to be found in the 2019 C-HR.
Why does it matter if it's AWD to be cnsidered a CUV or not? The advantages of AWD vs front or rear wheel drive affects all the cars. AWD it's not the offroad 4 x 4, but something that several cars and CUVs and SUV can use.
Most of the time she says that Honda sucks when its efficiency it makes the brand one of the best. And HR-V is going to be ugly like any other red vehicle (and for me it is beautiful). HR-V is an amazing product which satisfies perfectly the needs of people.
We have 2020 Honda HR-V Sport, and really love it👍 Honda Sensing feature which was over looked, Is standard feature, basically make the car autonomous driving vehicle...Also standard is 18 inches all season Michelin tires👍 Very fun SUV to drive... The video does not express comfort and fun driving vehicle👍🇨🇦
Considering the Honda HR-V is 2-years old already, it stacked up nicely against a brand new model such as the CH-R. This is common for Honda. Once the HR-V gets the MMR (mid-model refresh), it will out-perform the CH-R. The CH-R is nice though! Great review!
That would be insane power for such a small vehicle! The HR-V is based off the Fit's platform. Who knows what they'll do! Safe to say the 1.8L may go. Probably will use the Civic LX/EX 2.0L Earth Dreams.
True, the Honda 2.0 liter bitch slaps that pathetic Toyota 2.0. Remember, that's the old 2.0 from the Acura Integra. What would be good is the Hybrid version sold in Japan, or the 1.6 Diesel.
Blackdynamite BD If Toyota would put a better engine in the chr it'd be a lot better though, the platform is more refined to where it has sporty suspension. It's just a bummer it has a low powered engine cvt combo.
CHR is as hideous as the Juke. And you obviously didn't use S mode and paddle shifters with eco off in the HRV. It's nimble and responsive in S mode. I got no issues speeding into freeways and passing other drivers easily. Downshift for more power
Really curious to see what Toyota is gonna do to their RAV4 when they redesign it for 2019. The new platform (currently used on Prius, CHR, and the new 2018 Camry) seems to be highly praised by car reviewers!
My Toyota C-H-R (Coupe High Ride) is same color light grey and it is awesome. I strongly recommend to anyone that wants to have a safe, cool, and economic vehicle.
I prefer the HR-V. It's more original. Toyota has been copying many designs from Honda, and the HR-V is one of them. The front of the New Avanza is similar to the HR-V, and the back was used by Toyota for the New Innova. The C-HR? It copied the HR-V's name partially and copied the rear of a Civic Hatch
LOL, everyone says that C-HR was copied from honda's civic with the rear tail lights, but the C-HR has existed in japan and europe for a long time now. They never copied them lol.
Honda needs to go ahead and update the HR-V That old R18 (1.8L SOHC i-VTEC) engine debuted in North America in the 2006 Honda Civic. It has no low end torque to speak of but by now it's so refined it will never die. It should use the K20 (2L DOHC i-VTEC) found in the DX-EX 10th Gen Civics originally found in the 2001 Acura RSX (Honda Integra DC5 outside NA) That engine is even more refined and invincible. That will provide the extra power (& likely better economy as the engine won't have to work as hard) that people want. Add Honda Saftey Sensing, Android Auto & Apple Carplay & a Touring trim with those awesome full LED Headlights and the C-HR, CX-3, Juke & Trax won't stand a chance. Acura should also bring the CDX over from China and be the first with a luxury CUV. Use the 8 DCT from the ILX/TLX & the Premium tuned 1.5 Turbo from the 17 Civic SI & Honda/Acura will have a huge advantage.
The Toyota C-HR doesn't offer a manual. I own an SX4 which is like a fore barer to the CUV class of vehicles. Like these offerings it's not particularly powerful but the manual option really gives it much needed life. The ability to hold a gear and abruptly downshift to get out of a situation or just sling shot out of a corner is a huge positive. There is already many reasons why the Honda HR-V is the better vehicle but one of its most appealing features over the C-HR is the manual option. I think Jodi may have had a different impression had the HR-V she drove been a manual instead of the CVT.
That's too bad. Honda typically has well sorted manual transmissions with little to complain about other than a vague clutch pedal. Would you say the CVT is better than the manual on the HR-V though?
Both are pretty bad, which was surprising. I was expecting the manual HR-V to be fun because I love Honda manuals, but this was one was just so sloppy. Still, I'd rather have it over the CVT.
Everything about the toyota is great, except the trunk space is just too little... Yes honda isnt the esciting car, but those magic seats and huge trunk space really helped me decide on getting the honda months ago
I mean the CH-R doesn't even offer leather or a sunroof , the Honda is a way better vehicle even if it's boring to drive its 2 years old already, it's due for a refresh
Pure Life so, by that logic, only cars with leather and a sun roof are good? I'm not disagreeing that leather and sun roofs are nice, but that doesn't make it a good car. I'll take a good car with cloth seats over a very bad boring car with leather.
Google it people buy SUVs or Cuvs for space and comfort not for sportiness if u want that go buy a Mazda Miata, the CHR lacks comfort and that's what makes it not such a good but in it's segment, including that it has half the space versatility of the HRV
Toyota4Life really neither vehicle was declared winning, but overall to her personal preference she'd rather just have the crazier design of the Toyota dumbass it was her preference, if it was professional judging the HRV would have won
IMO, the Toyo suffers from what I consider "over aggressive styling" ...this compromised the important aspects like cargo room and visibility. I think the intended target for these vehicles 'should' have their preference priorities leaning more towards functionality then style. That being said, these type of cars will always be lacking something - too small to do what SUV's can offer, too big to be highly gas efficient, or sporty.
Subaru Crosstrek wins! Yes the CHR has active safety and cool styling (better than the Juke, which isn't hard) but Wow, this was totally biased. The main point of a CUV is practicality and capability, not styling and driving dynamics. Flexible interior space and AWD options makes the honda a no-brainer - otherwise you might as well get a cheaper, sportier, more spacious hatchback with decent visibility.
I like the honda better these vehicles with this slope down rear are an accident waiting to happen in my opinion I feel so much better about turning my head and getting a quick look see before changing lanes that's just how I was taught. Thank you Honda
A lot of things she said are not available on the CH-R are untrue. Depends on country I suppose. There is AWD for example. Mine came with navigation as well. A drive recorder/dashcam was standard as well. I just ordered a hybrid.
i havent driven a CVT, they say it does the work, and by that, i mean the car takes you where you want but its not that impressive or fast. I drive a hyundai accent hacth and i want more space BUT not a big car yet.
If you do get the chr, get the limited trim because it comes with a lot of features. I just bought a 2020 chr limited and it’s awesome. It’s not that slow, but don’t expect it to be a sports car.
While the HR-V is immensely practical, it's not like the C-HR is worse than competitors, it actually sits pretty well in the segment - its boot is way larger than a CX-3 and Juke. Funny how the North American C-HR gets that diabolical touch screen - even the one we receive here in Australia is better (but still worse than the European one). Totally agreed about the verdict though, the C-HR is Toyota's best car in years.
i am a professional mechanic with over 30 years experience - you might want to listen. i own 2 hondas and a toyota. i am not brand loyal. chr has a 2.0 with a cvt. if you don't know what a cvt is - it's a constant variable transmission. if you don't know what that is - do some reading before you buy. it could save you literally thousands by NOT buying one yet. i have driven several cars with cvt's and i really like them - BUT THEY ARE NOT RELIABLE YET. honda began putting cvt's in the crv's in 2014. i bought the rav 4 instead of the crv because the crv has a cvt. the cvt is the best transmission idea ever invented but the technology is too new and unreliable. don't buy a car so it can stay in the shop. i don't spend my money so the automakers can perfect their technology on my dime. the engine and transmission package in the rav 4 is bulletproof. the rear visibility in the chr is very restricted. it's almost exactly a mini - rav 4. i like the chr. the 2.0 is not a deal breaker but the cvt is.
This woman obviously does not like Honda cars. I don't know where she is getting her engine sizes from as in the UK the HR-V is only available with either a 1.5petrol or a 1.6 turbo diesel . Fuel economy in the diesel is amazing and the power is excellent. it is fun to drive. I liked the CH-R till I watched an online review and the reviewer was pointing out a lot of poor quality finishes in it with very flimsy parts.
meme coco Ya know, just because Camrys were used as taxis and rentals doesn't necessarily mean the 2018 one is. It's completely different than any other Camry. And besides, I've seen a few rental and taxi Accords too. And good luck finding a fully loaded XSE V6 there.
CHR is obviously wining most part of this match because it came out years after HRV, they have tons of time to develop a better car than HRV. Honda had always been fast on car production. They always one step ahead of manufacture. When it comes to durability, nothing beats a Toyota. I mean the suspension, driveshaft, every parts last bit longer than Honda.
I loved the HR-V both inside and outside. But there is not way I could fit my legs on the pedals, even cramped, with my 6'1. Yes, I know I will have a comment replay saying, I'm 6'5 and I have no issue what so ever to drive the new HR-V. Where are the days when I could drive a small Honda? My first car was a Civic 1991 and while the legs where cramped, I didn't complain over the 3 years of ownership. I wasn't even comfortable in the CRV. But I was comfortable in a 2015 Honda Civic. Try to understand the standards.
Thanks for making me aware of how boring driving can be and my honda hr-v is great and does what i need like cargo room and taking me were i need to go ,She works for toyota
I’d buy a chr today if it had a bigger engine and a proper transmission. Put the 2.5l out of the rav4 or the new 2.5l out of the Camry in it and I’ll buy it
SHAHRUL AZAD ZAHAROM they do, . In Australia, they have a 1.2L turbocharger 6 speed manual. And in Germany (I think) it’s a 1.8L hybrid. Here in the US, we get an all motor 2.0L inline-4.
After boot deepening , my chr has 438 cubic litres of boot space! lots of pace can be recovered by ditching the spare tire and all the foam compartments below the original boot floor and side-walls
Leading with the rotary engine did not turn out so well, lets hope they do better this time. Compressing air takes a lot of energy. I know this from filling divers air cylinders so what pressure and flow rates are we talking about?
The HR-V is a car for USE. No comparison really. Disappointed Toyota didn't make a large cargo space and better versatility. I don't need 'style' points, I need functionality. Looks old?? Last car I bought had hand brakes so I'm not complaining.
I like the Ch-r design but it is such a dealbreaker because Toyota decontented it so much for the US market. No leather seats, hybrid drivetrain, moonroof, satellite radio, navigation, or a nice infotainment screen that are available in other markets, so incredibly disappointing.
"I doubt she can drive a manual transmission" -- Why don't you find out something about Jodi first? I would bet good money that she would drive circles around you. But then, outside of having a big mouth, you are too mentally lazy to actually learn something on your own before commenting.
hmm... we only have 1.2T for CH-R in Taiwan. We do have AWD available. I don't like the style of CH-R but I like pretty much everything else. It would be perfect for me if I have the HR-V's look with a CH-R's driving performance.
The chr looks better on the exterior but hrv looks better on the interior🤷🏾♂️but I’d prefer to buy the chr bcuz it just looks so amazing even tho the hrv handles really well 🤔 im going to test drive the chr to see if it drives how it looks😩
I ended up buying an HR-V manual because it kills anything in its class as far as cargo volume goes. It's cargo space is competitive with the next class size up. Also, I would say the clear loser here is the CH-R. It's not available with a manual transmission, no awd, has terrible total cargo space with the seats folded, and weighs about 500 lbs more than the HR-V. If you want something in this class and have to have a "sporty" driving experience the CX-3 is the one to get, especially with a manual or if you are concerned with power there is the Juke with turbo power standard. I will say that the CH-R does look cool but its just too impractical and too overweight.
I don't think she understands what a crossover means! Your supposed to be able to go off road with a crossover as well as around town. She loves the low center of gravity the Toyota has which is the last thing you want off road, plus it doesn't even have AWD as an option! She didn't even mention the excellent back up camera and side camera the Honda has. Very biased comparison!
I'm not crazy about these vehicles. Underpowered, small, cheap inside. Just go for a rav4 hybrid. Put the 1.5 turbo from the Civic in the hrv and maybe I'd consider it.
FarhantheMovieGuy the chr is missing some features líke replacing the outdaded scion touchscreen moonroof AWD other interior colors and a hybrid but i prefer the chr these are some features that toyota should off put before releasing it i dont even know if its selling good or not
AMERICANS I feel sorry for you that diesel versions are not an option. They are 10 times better to drive and more fuel efficient than PETROL . I know petrol is a'lot cheaper over there but still you are missing out big time just my opinion.
I compared these two head-to-head before making my choice. This vid was helpful. The Toyota is defiantly better looking and better handling. But my choice was based upon utility, traction, cargo room, and driver's view. I now am a proud owner of a 2021 Honda HR-V EX AWD.
I want the C-HR but only for it's looks.... So I choose the HR-V as it is so much more practical
This little lady knows what she's talking about. Per my mom's request, I took my my to the Toyota dealer to check out some cars. My intention was to discourage her from buying a car so she wouldn't have a car payment. She picks out this CHR and I was amazed at the looks, functions, and safety of the vehicle. I knew it had to be something good cause this is a woman who never owned a vehicle that didn't have power leather seats. So we get to the numbers and I am shocked at how low her monthly payments would be. We had to play the game a little, but in the end, I saw her happier and safer than with any car I ever saw her in. She doesn't read manuals very well so I had to study the car for her to make sure she got the best of it. As I did, I grew to like it more and more. Within 1 week I bought one for myself and 2 weeks later my wife bought another for herself. We're not rich either. I traded in a beautiful 2015 Camero that I owed 17,000 on and my wife traded in 2 crappy vehicles that we had. In the end, after the price of my insurance dropping, my monthly payments for both new CHR's came to even out with the payments I was making on the Camero. Along with that I have an 8 year free maintenance warranty (includes oil changes) and life time power/trans. Of course, I would have had the Camero paid off sooner, but this deal was worth the extended time. No down payment either. I test drove others but this one stood out.
I get you! I LOVE my C-HR and what is the icing on the cake are the available Toyota TRD parts for the car that further enhance the sportiness of the car. Enjoy your C-HRs I know my family and I are enjoying ours.
CHR looks badass as hell but drives like hell too. guess I went from a Prius and had driven Toyotas that didnt sound like a lawnmower.
I might be ok with a CHR for short trips but 3 hours on the road in that thing
Gio Montgomery the car is nice asf and it’s easy to drive, nice looks and all but it’s a bit slow in my opinion
Most reviews of the HR-V sing it's praises when mentioning it's handling characteristics. In fact this is the first that I've seen where someone was critical of that.
I have never seen a reviewer bash a Porsche or Ferrari because of it inability to go rockcrawling. So why in Gods earth do they think anyone who buys a 140hp, cvt equipped, subcompact CUV expected a sports car?? It was never intended as such. Lets be honest for a bit, if i wanted driving excitement I wouldnt be shopping this segment. These cars are supposed to be cheap to operate, practical, easy to drive. We cant expect a technoligical tour de force that handles like a Cayenne or Macan for just 20k. It just wont happen. And if the sales of these "boring" cars are anything to go by you reviewers might be completely out of phase with reality.
CH-R! People are crazy about this car... and I can understand why :) Love it!
Truly got my CH-R 2018 this June 2018 and I love it so much. I'm a happy 52 years old mother of three grown-ups driving this car. Wanna bet?
I agree! I just bought a 2 tone 2019 Toyota C-HR XLE and LOVE IT! For 2019 they update the infotainment system and fixed that awkward back up camera. The thing is STUNNING to look at, loaded with safety features and fun to drive all wrapped up in that legendary Toyota quality! Take the CVT transmission. Toyota has been making and refining this transmission for about 20 years since its introduction on the Prius. Honda does not even make their own CVTs and outsources them from a subpar company. Also the thing people don't mention are the option Toyota TRD performance parts available for the C-HR. Toyota offers options to both improve the stance and handling of the car as well as increase horse power and torque. I will be getting all the TRD parts for my C-HR. For me and my family, this Toyota C-HR is the car we have been waiting for. I just spent hours detailing it and it is simply beautiful to look at. It has to be appreciate in person. I feel like I brought the car show home to me.
Well said. Love my chr.
She lost me when she said she likes the Juke's styling.
I'd agree with her, I'd take a juke over those
same Jimmy!!!
Gusteez
Style is subjective.
Paul Ramos yes and I subjectively disagree with her
Juke's one of the ugliest creations ever... and yes, that speaks poorly of her. She's not a Honda person anyway
Was not expecting to hear “sucks” in a professional video. I find the HR-V relatively responsive in S mode around town. At least the HR-V is 100% practical, and no compromises made for style. Yes, some other markets get different features, but you might also get a smaller engine or no spare tire. It’s not like they get more features for the same money.
CH-R has more feature than HR-V for the same money... I own one. I did not regret buying it.
I would take the HR-V because of space
The CHR looks like it should be a part of the Honda line up. The design is way too similar to the new civic, oddeysey and accord
2018 HRV is on the way with a refreshed exterior and all the safety features that the rest of our lineup has. Following that it will come with Apple carplay and Android Auto. Perhaps a re-do of this comparison should be done in a couple of months!
aaronzatformulahondadotcom - Really, what’s refreshed? One new light blue color and darkened wheels on the EX/EXL. What else?
Tierney C we are wondering the same thing. I think it will be this month. They are ready we are just waiting for Honda to ship them to the dealers.
aaronzatformulahondadotcom - what refresh?
Hoax
aaronzatformulahondadotcom CarPlay and android auto are only available in the upper tier trims though on the hrv which sucks
I've seen her reviews on like every Honda and she's very biased she a Honda hater for sure no doubt
2:33 CH-R is really fun to "Juke" around. Possibly referring to the one of the forerunners in this segment, the Nissan Juke?
Interesting fact: C-HR stands for Civic-high riding because that's exactly what it looks like from the rear.
the hr-v is slow? it does 0-60 in 9.3 seconds the cr-h needs 11 seconds .
Errr... they're both pretty slow.
@@lasawbrewer8272 he referring to the reviewer calling hrv slow but not chr
In japan it called vessel it has 0-60 in 7.2 second
My 2018 HRV awd has plenty of speed and power, this little gal knows very little. She should not be doing reviews.
Am I only one who think she is biased.
By "biased" do you actually mean "honest"?
Avaya Smith No..I mean toyota-vibe notes in her review
Well, 2 weeks ago, she picked the Hyundai Tuscon over the Honda CRV.
cadsux Exactly, man
since she's NOT picking honda, she must be bias... but I'm sure if she was picking Honda... she..... wouldn't be bias??
Serious question, why is the CHR considered a cuv and not a hatchback? It doesn't have awd. Does it have a certain ground clearance that makes it a cuv?
Super Dan Because it rides higher than a hatchback, and speaking of which, it does have AWD in other countries. Though I heard rumors for Toyota to put AWD and a Hybrid version into the C-HR here in North America really soon, but leather seats and the new Toyota Entune 3.0 infotainment system found in the 2018 Camry are rumored to be found in the 2019 C-HR.
That's a good question, it's clearly missing the U part. No Utility. May as well buy a VW Beetle.
apparently marketing...
The C-HR actually stands for "Coupe High Rider" so technically it's a coupe on stilts. not a CUV.
Why does it matter if it's AWD to be cnsidered a CUV or not? The advantages of AWD vs front or rear wheel drive affects all the cars. AWD it's not the offroad 4 x 4, but something that several cars and CUVs and SUV can use.
Most of the time she says that Honda sucks when its efficiency it makes the brand one of the best. And HR-V is going to be ugly like any other red vehicle (and for me it is beautiful). HR-V is an amazing product which satisfies perfectly the needs of people.
The HR-V with a refreshed engine could be the best compact utility vehicle.
Start from the beginning she already decided toyota
Sorry, but when you give up interior space you need a lot more than just some gimmick features (which I turn off because they are super intrusive)
We have 2020 Honda HR-V Sport, and really love it👍 Honda Sensing feature which was over looked, Is standard feature, basically make the car autonomous driving vehicle...Also standard is 18 inches all season Michelin tires👍 Very fun SUV to drive... The video does not express comfort and fun driving vehicle👍🇨🇦
Considering the Honda HR-V is 2-years old already, it stacked up nicely against a brand new model such as the CH-R. This is common for Honda. Once the HR-V gets the MMR (mid-model refresh), it will out-perform the CH-R. The CH-R is nice though! Great review!
Toyota with 144hp out of a 2.0 liter. LOL. Honda should just slap their new 1.5 Turbo in the HR-V and bam.
That would be insane power for such a small vehicle! The HR-V is based off the Fit's platform. Who knows what they'll do! Safe to say the 1.8L may go. Probably will use the Civic LX/EX 2.0L Earth Dreams.
True, the Honda 2.0 liter bitch slaps that pathetic Toyota 2.0. Remember, that's the old 2.0 from the Acura Integra.
What would be good is the Hybrid version sold in Japan, or the 1.6 Diesel.
Blackdynamite BD If Toyota would put a better engine in the chr it'd be a lot better though, the platform is more refined to where it has sporty suspension. It's just a bummer it has a low powered engine cvt combo.
@@jimmypena2442 better engine? Wtf?
CHR is as hideous as the Juke. And you obviously didn't use S mode and paddle shifters with eco off in the HRV. It's nimble and responsive in S mode. I got no issues speeding into freeways and passing other drivers easily. Downshift for more power
Really curious to see what Toyota is gonna do to their RAV4 when they redesign it for 2019. The new platform (currently used on Prius, CHR, and the new 2018 Camry) seems to be highly praised by car reviewers!
My Toyota C-H-R (Coupe High Ride) is same color light grey and it is awesome. I strongly recommend to anyone that wants to have a safe, cool, and economic vehicle.
I prefer the HR-V. It's more original. Toyota has been copying many designs from Honda, and the HR-V is one of them. The front of the New Avanza is similar to the HR-V, and the back was used by Toyota for the New Innova. The C-HR? It copied the HR-V's name partially and copied the rear of a Civic Hatch
VS16 you will go on Honda H
C-HR stands for Copied-HR(V)?
You mean Honda copied Toyota!*
And HRV copying nissan juke
LOL, everyone says that C-HR was copied from honda's civic with the rear tail lights, but the C-HR has existed in japan and europe for a long time now. They never copied them lol.
Honda needs to go ahead and update the HR-V
That old R18 (1.8L SOHC i-VTEC) engine debuted in North America in the 2006 Honda Civic. It has no low end torque to speak of but by now it's so refined it will never die.
It should use the K20 (2L DOHC i-VTEC) found in the DX-EX 10th Gen Civics originally found in the 2001 Acura RSX (Honda Integra DC5 outside NA)
That engine is even more refined and invincible.
That will provide the extra power (& likely better economy as the engine won't have to work as hard) that people want.
Add Honda Saftey Sensing, Android Auto & Apple Carplay & a Touring trim with those awesome full LED Headlights and the C-HR, CX-3, Juke & Trax won't stand a chance.
Acura should also bring the CDX over from China and be the first with a luxury CUV. Use the 8 DCT from the ILX/TLX & the Premium tuned 1.5 Turbo from the 17 Civic SI & Honda/Acura will have a huge advantage.
Sorry guys, the Honda is pure, basic commuter. She is right. The Toyota looks better, drives better, and is probably dead reliable.
And that it is.. Well said
The Toyota C-HR doesn't offer a manual. I own an SX4 which is like a fore barer to the CUV class of vehicles. Like these offerings it's not particularly powerful but the manual option really gives it much needed life. The ability to hold a gear and abruptly downshift to get out of a situation or just sling shot out of a corner is a huge positive. There is already many reasons why the Honda HR-V is the better vehicle but one of its most appealing features over the C-HR is the manual option. I think Jodi may have had a different impression had the HR-V she drove been a manual instead of the CVT.
Hey! I've driven the manual HR-V before and didn't love it... it was quite sloppy.
That's too bad. Honda typically has well sorted manual transmissions with little to complain about other than a vague clutch pedal. Would you say the CVT is better than the manual on the HR-V though?
Both are pretty bad, which was surprising. I was expecting the manual HR-V to be fun because I love Honda manuals, but this was one was just so sloppy. Still, I'd rather have it over the CVT.
You have to be the only "reviewer" with that claims the shifter is "sloppy".
"Thanks" for your "opinion"
I don't know why anyone would buy a car without the safety features. Getting there alive always a most.
Would've loved to see the rear seat room, or lack thereof.
HR-V has tons!
I would never understand ppl that say a mini suv is slow, bro if you want to race with a car like this it’s your problem not the car
Everything about the toyota is great, except the trunk space is just too little... Yes honda isnt the esciting car, but those magic seats and huge trunk space really helped me decide on getting the honda months ago
I mean the CH-R doesn't even offer leather or a sunroof , the Honda is a way better vehicle even if it's boring to drive its 2 years old already, it's due for a refresh
Pure Life so, by that logic, only cars with leather and a sun roof are good? I'm not disagreeing that leather and sun roofs are nice, but that doesn't make it a good car. I'll take a good car with cloth seats over a very bad boring car with leather.
Google it people buy SUVs or Cuvs for space and comfort not for sportiness if u want that go buy a Mazda Miata, the CHR lacks comfort and that's what makes it not such a good but in it's segment, including that it has half the space versatility of the HRV
Pure Life if the Honda was a watt better vechile it would have won dummy
Toyota4Life really neither vehicle was declared winning, but overall to her personal preference she'd rather just have the crazier design of the Toyota dumbass it was her preference, if it was professional judging the HRV would have won
This video is stupid cause this 2 vehicles can't be compare for the reason the crappie Toyota is not awd its need to compare with the civic hatchback
What about the hr-v with a manual gearbox?
CH-R.....definitly
IMO, the Toyo suffers from what I consider "over aggressive styling" ...this compromised the important aspects like cargo room and visibility. I think the intended target for these vehicles 'should' have their preference priorities leaning more towards functionality then style. That being said, these type of cars will always be lacking something - too small to do what SUV's can offer, too big to be highly gas efficient, or sporty.
Chr vs juke? How's the numbers match up
CHR.. Juke is discontinued
Subaru Crosstrek wins! Yes the CHR has active safety and cool styling (better than the Juke, which isn't hard) but Wow, this was totally biased. The main point of a CUV is practicality and capability, not styling and driving dynamics. Flexible interior space and AWD options makes the honda a no-brainer - otherwise you might as well get a cheaper, sportier, more spacious hatchback with decent visibility.
Honda , Always.
I like the honda better these vehicles with this slope down rear are an accident waiting to happen in my opinion I feel so much better about turning my head and getting a quick look see before changing lanes that's just how I was taught. Thank you Honda
A lot of things she said are not available on the CH-R are untrue. Depends on country I suppose. There is AWD for example. Mine came with navigation as well. A drive recorder/dashcam was standard as well. I just ordered a hybrid.
No awd in the US. Both are stupid for the US market
How much did Toyota pay you to do this review??
The correct choice was neither. Drop the 1.5L Turbo & the 2017 Civic / CR-V head unit into the HR-V and now will talk.
She clearly has her preference, Toyota, so she is just casually bad-mouthing the Honda HRV.
i havent driven a CVT, they say it does the work, and by that, i mean the car takes you where you want but its not that impressive or fast. I drive a hyundai accent hacth and i want more space BUT not a big car yet.
Agree
HONDA for me
Finally an American of color doing reviews!
If you do get the chr, get the limited trim because it comes with a lot of features. I just bought a 2020 chr limited and it’s awesome. It’s not that slow, but don’t expect it to be a sports car.
for me it’s between Honda HRV and Subaru Crosstrek!
While the HR-V is immensely practical, it's not like the C-HR is worse than competitors, it actually sits pretty well in the segment - its boot is way larger than a CX-3 and Juke. Funny how the North American C-HR gets that diabolical touch screen - even the one we receive here in Australia is better (but still worse than the European one). Totally agreed about the verdict though, the C-HR is Toyota's best car in years.
i am a professional mechanic with over 30 years experience - you might want to listen.
i own 2 hondas and a toyota. i am not brand loyal.
chr has a 2.0 with a cvt.
if you don't know what a cvt is - it's a constant variable transmission. if you don't know what that is - do some reading before you buy. it could save you literally thousands by NOT buying one yet.
i have driven several cars with cvt's and i really like them - BUT THEY ARE NOT RELIABLE YET.
honda began putting cvt's in the crv's in 2014.
i bought the rav 4 instead of the crv because the crv has a cvt.
the cvt is the best transmission idea ever invented but the technology is too new and unreliable. don't buy a car so it can stay in the shop. i don't spend my money so the automakers can perfect their technology on my dime.
the engine and transmission package in the rav 4 is bulletproof.
the rear visibility in the chr is very restricted. it's almost exactly a mini - rav 4.
i like the chr. the 2.0 is not a deal breaker but the cvt is.
I have a 2018 HRV with the cvt. I sure hope that Honda has perfected the cvt by now. So far mine is perfect, but it's almost brand new still.
How do you know if a car is fun to drive?
This woman obviously does not like Honda cars. I don't know where she is getting her engine sizes from as in the UK the HR-V is only available with either a 1.5petrol or a 1.6 turbo diesel . Fuel economy in the diesel is amazing and the power is excellent. it is fun to drive. I liked the CH-R till I watched an online review and the reviewer was pointing out a lot of poor quality finishes in it with very flimsy parts.
Anyone excited for the 2018 Toyota Camry vs 2018 Honda Accord coming soon?
Let's just all hope the new Camry wins...
I'm sure Hertz and Avis are excited for new Camrys too.
meme coco Ya know, just because Camrys were used as taxis and rentals doesn't necessarily mean the 2018 one is. It's completely different than any other Camry. And besides, I've seen a few rental and taxi Accords too. And good luck finding a fully loaded XSE V6 there.
Toyota depends on rental fleets to sell the Camry. That and old people.
Honda Corporate has ZERO fleet sales. If you saw Honda as taxi, they were personal purchases.
You can't even compare them since C-HR is not even considered to be a crossover as it is not AWD ! it is just a back Hatchback!
CHR is obviously wining most part of this match because it came out years after HRV, they have tons of time to develop a better car than HRV. Honda had always been fast on car production. They always one step ahead of manufacture. When it comes to durability, nothing beats a Toyota. I mean the suspension, driveshaft, every parts last bit longer than Honda.
I loved the HR-V both inside and outside. But there is not way I could fit my legs on the pedals, even cramped, with my 6'1. Yes, I know I will have a comment replay saying, I'm 6'5 and I have no issue what so ever to drive the new HR-V. Where are the days when I could drive a small Honda? My first car was a Civic 1991 and while the legs where cramped, I didn't complain over the 3 years of ownership. I wasn't even comfortable in the CRV. But I was comfortable in a 2015 Honda Civic. Try to understand the standards.
Thanks for making me aware of how boring driving can be and my honda hr-v is great and does what i need like cargo room and taking me were i need to go
,She works for toyota
NO awd, NO sunroof, NO leather, NO sirius/xm = NO SALE. What the hell was Toyota thinking??
I’d buy a chr today if it had a bigger engine and a proper transmission. Put the 2.5l out of the rav4 or the new 2.5l out of the Camry in it and I’ll buy it
ill take a HR-V over the CH-R because Manual Transmission
CH-R with 2.0 liter engine? I thought Toyota only offers 2 alternative engines for its CH-R ie either 1.2 liter turbo or 1.8 liter CVT engine?
SHAHRUL AZAD ZAHAROM they do, . In Australia, they have a 1.2L turbocharger 6 speed manual. And in Germany (I think) it’s a 1.8L hybrid. Here in the US, we get an all motor 2.0L inline-4.
After boot deepening , my chr has 438 cubic litres of boot space! lots of pace can be recovered by ditching the spare tire and all the foam compartments below the original boot floor and side-walls
Nice
Leading with the rotary engine did not turn out so well, lets hope they do better this time.
Compressing air takes a lot of energy. I know this from filling divers air cylinders so what pressure and flow rates are we talking about?
Finally! An honest review that's not a sales pitch or a computer reading a script. Thank you, I just subscribed.
The Toyota seems as dated as the HRV. Needs new tech already
Cool Factor is always better than practicality ... CHR have the potential to become the next boys toy after all those sports car and stuff
CX-3 vs CH-R ? Ready.... Go!
The HR-V is a car for USE. No comparison really. Disappointed Toyota didn't make a large cargo space and better versatility. I don't need 'style' points, I need functionality.
Looks old?? Last car I bought had hand brakes so I'm not complaining.
I like the Ch-r design but it is such a dealbreaker because Toyota decontented it so much for the US market. No leather seats, hybrid drivetrain, moonroof, satellite radio, navigation, or a nice infotainment screen that are available in other markets, so incredibly disappointing.
Hrv design is present look wise..Chr design is future proof wise
Jodi, drive the six speed. It is transformative
I doubt she can drive a manual transmission.
"I doubt she can drive a manual transmission" -- Why don't you find out something about Jodi first? I would bet good money that she would drive circles around you. But then, outside of having a big mouth, you are too mentally lazy to actually learn something on your own before commenting.
How can she drive a manual, apply eyeliner, and text at the same time?
Is there a 6 speed option?
Definite comparison between Ying and Yang. If you want more style and flair, get the Toyota, if you want fairways and greens, par golf, get the Honda,
You really don't like Honda
It's really shows
Thumbs down for you
Not the cuv's
hateusename your the worst the Toyota looks weird
hmm... we only have 1.2T for CH-R in Taiwan. We do have AWD available. I don't like the style of CH-R but I like pretty much everything else. It would be perfect for me if I have the HR-V's look with a CH-R's driving performance.
No way!! I mean I love Toyotas and I have watched a lot of reviews on them, but none of them said anything like that about a toyota!
U guys should try the dual clutch transmission hybrid hrv version.
The chr looks better on the exterior but hrv looks better on the interior🤷🏾♂️but I’d prefer to buy the chr bcuz it just looks so amazing even tho the hrv handles really well 🤔 im going to test drive the chr to see if it drives how it looks😩
Honda can fix this easily by just increasing the engine to 2 liters.
what? in europe whe do have the C-HR as AWD and also hybrid., also Navigation
Title should call it, "The Millenial Review"...
There should be reviews for Millenials and then there should be Reviews for normal people.
Again one of this reviews that you clearly understand who pay for it
I ended up buying an HR-V manual because it kills anything in its class as far as cargo volume goes. It's cargo space is competitive with the next class size up. Also, I would say the clear loser here is the CH-R. It's not available with a manual transmission, no awd, has terrible total cargo space with the seats folded, and weighs about 500 lbs more than the HR-V. If you want something in this class and have to have a "sporty" driving experience the CX-3 is the one to get, especially with a manual or if you are concerned with power there is the Juke with turbo power standard. I will say that the CH-R does look cool but its just too impractical and too overweight.
Honda sure looks better. ...the Toyota is just too busy and weird looking.
Exactly what I think John.
But drives much better. More modern looking.
Not decided. Still looking. Maybe the 2018 HR-V.
I bought a 2018 HRV with awd, and to me it is the perfect vehicle. I average 31.5 mpg mixed driving. I can find NOTHING to complain about.
I don't think she understands what a crossover means! Your supposed to be able to go off road with a crossover as well as around town. She loves the low center of gravity the Toyota has which is the last thing you want off road, plus it doesn't even have AWD as an option! She didn't even mention the excellent back up camera and side camera the Honda has. Very biased comparison!
JODI, great to see you again!
If I was shopping in this segment, I'd get a Mazda CX-3.
Where do passengers sit? On the roof?
I'm not crazy about these vehicles. Underpowered, small, cheap inside. Just go for a rav4 hybrid. Put the 1.5 turbo from the Civic in the hrv and maybe I'd consider it.
It being 2 wheel drive was the big deal breaker for me enroll Iowa you need all wheel drive
It doesnt matter what she says, you guys are generating views and comments for the company. Profits!!!!
I personally prefer the CH-R.
EDDY SENG You're not alone.
FarhantheMovieGuy the chr is missing some features líke replacing the outdaded scion touchscreen moonroof AWD other interior colors and a hybrid but i prefer the chr these are some features that toyota should off put before releasing it i dont even know if its selling good or not
EDDY SENG agreed
I pick the toyota chr Honda hrv sucks
Thats why I bought one, my first big boy purchase.
If im looking for a non boring car from toyota.. or honda.. im not gonna be looking at SUV or sub compact.. it would be for what it intention purpose
AMERICANS I feel sorry for you that diesel versions are not an option. They are 10 times better to drive and more fuel efficient than PETROL . I know petrol is a'lot cheaper over there but still you are missing out big time just my opinion.
How can they be compare toyota doesnt have awd, sunroof etc and its not on the same year.
I like the Toyota, but that front fascia desperately needs help
I'll go with the Subaru Crosstrek!