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Toyota C-HR+: the Japanese manufacturer's electric coupé suv debuts

With up to 343 hp, the new Toyota C-HR+ focuses on range, technology and driving pleasure to enter the European electric car market

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2' min read

Translated by AI
Versione italiana

The challenge of electrification also passes through the most iconic models, and Toyota demonstrates this with the debut of the Toyota C-HR+, a zero-emission variant of the successful Toyota C-HR. The new electric coupe suv represents a decisive step in the Japanese brand's electric car strategy and will be available in dealerships from May 2026, with prices starting from 40,800 euros. We tested it for the first time on the roads of the Algarve, near Faro.

 

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Design and aerodynamics

 

Built on the eTnga platform dedicated to electric models, the C-HR+ retains the styling DNA that made the original model famous. Sculpted lines, a sloping roof and 'hammer head' front end define a modern, aerodynamic design, conceived to improve efficiency and performance. Inside, the cabin stands out for its space and perceived quality, with sustainable materials, a 14-inch multimedia display, digital instrumentation and customisable ambient lighting. Cargo capacity is also good, reaching 416 litres.

 

Toyota C-HR+, le foto della versione 100% elettrica

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Two battery sizes and up to 600 km range

 

The range includes two batteries, 57.7 kWh and 77 kWh (with up to 10-year warranty), combined with front or all-wheel drive. The range varies from 458 to 607 kilometres according to the Wltp cycle. Three power levels are available: starting with 123 kW for the basic version, then 165 kW (224 hp) for the variant with the larger battery and front-wheel drive, and finally 252 kW for the top AWD version, capable of sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.2 seconds with a range of up to 507 km.

On the recharging front, a 150 kW DC fast charging system makes its debut, enabling a 10 to 80 per cent change from 10 to 80 per cent in about 28 minutes, complemented by an 11 kW AC charger as standard, rising to 22 kW in the Premium trim.

 

How is he driving

 

We drove the C-HR+ in the four-wheel drive version with a 77 kWh battery. At the wheel it confirms the expectations typical of a modern electric car: the acceleration is immediate and decisive from the very first metres, while the thrust remains progressive and well modulated even at higher speeds. The low centre of gravity and good rigidity of the eTnga platform translate into a stable and precise drive, with safe cornering and low roll. With the different levels of regenerative braking it is possible to brake and leave the car freer, although there is no real one pedal function. Overall, the experience behind the wheel is balanced: dynamic when needed, but always comfort-oriented.

A high level of technological equipment completes the picture: safety is entrusted to the latest Toyota Safety Sense systems and numerous driver assistance devices, while connectivity is ensured by smartphone integration and the MyToyota app, which allows remote management of charging, climate control and other vehicle functions.

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