Video: 2026 Toyota C-HR Review: The Funky Crossover Returns as an EV

Now this new all-electric C-HR is best thought of as a shrunk, segment down variant of the existing Toyota bZ crossover, which means that yes, it does ride on the same platform, has the same all electric powertrain, battery, and charge speed. Though the C-HR'S smaller footprint does mean it gets slightly better range. Now the C-HR'S $38,450 starting price does make it more expensive than the base bZ, though it comes both better-equipped, and with dual motors, all-wheel drive, while still being just a little bit cheaper than the dual motor bZ. Which is right for you? C-HR, or bZ? Well, it really comes down to a question of exterior, interior and cargo dimensions, because while the C-HR is a whole size down on the bZ, and the bZ is not really a semi-truck to begin with, you do should really make sure that the C-HR's semi, itty-bitty profile works for your lifestyle. Toyota's building this as a bit of a performance-oriented electric crossover, not so much speed here is merely a side effect of the fact that it has a 300-plus horsepower electric drivetrain. So it's moderately fun to drive. It's quick enough with all that instant electric torque. But overall, just approach this as a nice, smooth-driving electric crossover that around town, is gonna be just perfect. Then you can have a little bit of fun on the on-ramp. Now on the interior, this is kind of comes in two specs. And this is the XSE. It's loaded. And it's got all the bells and whistles, so it's a pretty nice place to spend time when you're not blasting down an on-ramp. Generally, I do like the new Toyota C-HR, but it is kind of tricky to figure out just who this is for. As far as I can work out, this is aimed at somebody who really does like what the dual motor bZ offers, but can't quite swing the extra cash. Now, I do have a really hard time believing folks are gonna be snapping these things up based on its dynamic capabilities, regardless of what Toyota says. Really in that regard, I think you're gonna be better off going with the single motor front-wheel drive bZ, and saving that extra $3,000. Generally speaking though, Toyota's EV lineup is pretty sparse at the moment, so this is a solid entry to a very competitive segment, and rounds everything out real nice. Oh, hey! If you like what you saw here, you should definitely subscribe. We got a lot more stuff coming your way.