DecodedCarsToyota C-HR
7 model years from 2018 to 2027, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2018–2027
- Class
- Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Compact Cars
- Latest engines
- Electric
- Best MPG
- 29–29 combined, by year
- EV range
- up to 287 mi
- Latest rating
- ★★★★★ (2022)
- Recalls
- 6 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2018 (328)
- Fewest problems
- 2022
- Interest
- 13,161 Wikipedia views / 30 days
The 2026 C-HR in brief
The 2026 Toyota C-HR is a small SUV powered by electricity and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 178 inches long and 74 inches wide on a 108-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,409 lb (4dr SUV AWD).
The electric version has an EPA-rated range of up to 287 miles and takes about 8 hours to charge on a 240-volt Level 2 charger.
It has 1 recall campaign on file and owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.
The Toyota C-HR has 7 model years in our data, from 2018 to 2027, classed as Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD, Compact Cars.
Its most efficient year was 2022 at 29 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 29 to 29 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the power train (349), unknown or other (93), engine (53).
Buying used? 2022 has the fewest problems in our data, and 2018 is the year to avoid.
2019 has the most recalls (3); all years together count 6 campaigns and 555 owner complaints.
How the 2018 C-HR compares
The 2018 Toyota C-HR is a compact car offered with a 2.0L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 174 inches long and 71 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,300 lb.
About the Toyota C-HR
The Toyota C-HR is a subcompact crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Japanese automaker Toyota since 2016. Since 2020, it is positioned between the Yaris Cross and Corolla Cross in Toyota's crossover SUV range.
From the Wikipedia article "Toyota C-HR", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Best and worst years to buy used
2022 C-HR
3 owner complaints · 0 recalls
NHTSA overall: ★★★★★
Year to avoid2018 C-HR
328 owner complaints · 1 recall · 9 crash reports
Most reported: Power Train
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 5 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
Compare head to head
C-HR changes by model year
- 2026
- New body dimensions: 5.2 in longer, wheelbase +4.4 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- New all-electric version
- All-wheel or four-wheel drive now available
- 2022
- NHTSA overall rating down from 5 to 4 stars
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 7 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Electric | 287 mi | 178 in | 4,409 lb | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | Electric | 287 mi | 178 in | 4,409 lb | Not rated | 1 | 8 |
| 2022 | 2.0L 4-cyl | 29 MPG | 172.8 in | 3,300 lb | ★★★★★ | 0 | 3 |
| 2021 | 2.0L 4-cyl | 29 MPG | 172.8 in | 3,300 lb | ★★★★★ | 1 | 36 |
| 2020 | 2.0L 4-cyl | 29 MPG | 172.8 in | 3,300 lb | ★★★★★ | 1 | 66 |
| 2019 | 2.0L 4-cyl | 29 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,300 lb | ★★★★★ | 3 | 114 |
| 2018 | 2.0L 4-cyl | 29 MPG | 174.4 in | 3,300 lb | ★★★★★ | 1 | 328 |
Alternatives to the 2026 C-HR
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Toyota RAV4 | 43 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Honda CR-V | 40 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2026 Hyundai Tucson | 38 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2026 Subaru Forester | 35 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2026 Mazda CX-5 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Kia Seltos | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Toyota. How we calculate this →