The 2020 Toyota C-HR Is A Weird Little CUV With Compromises

[@ChadWilson]

Zero to 60 by lunchtime.

[@DeadTreeDropOff]

if this car has 230+hp with a turbo, it's a perfect little car.

[@wutdafeezi]

That can be said with any car

[@EclipseCircle]

It would also be much more expensive. Given that this is a Corolla on stilts, that’d be missing the point.

[@randomrazr]

@@EclipseCircle def more for inter city driving

[@R3putaytion13]

Would defeat the purpose of the hierarchy in the line up. Put this at 200 hp and everything else above it has to increase in power. Also the general buyer wouldn't be revving it to use all 200+ hp so that's why Toyota didn't do it. What it needs is the Corollas 2.0. since the CHR and Lexus UX use this same platform and underpinnings

[@tails300]

EclipseCircle what it really needs is the 2.0l 4 cylinder and first gear enable CVT from my Corolla SE. That would give it more pep.

[@KirkKreifels]

C-HR needs AWD and hybrid like it does in Europe...funky styling alone isn't enough. Keep up the great content 😎

[@michaelbernhardt389]

I've been waiting for the all-wheel-drive I guess it's not coming.

[@braetonwilson4296]

That would add at least 5k to the price and everyone would buy a RAV4 or the competition instead of it. Be realistic, Kirk.

[@moeanthony9308]

@@braetonwilson4296 well said

[@eeshunique]

same issue that plagued the honda hrv, severely under-powered

[@digitaldoc100]

The CH-R is indeed all compromised, and shows its Scion origins with the overly quirky design. Toyota really needs to offer it with a better engine, such as a 2.0T, and add AWD, to get it to make some sense in my mind. As it is, there is just some weird style, and little substance.

[@jdmguy44]

HRV severely underpowered? Not true at all in the case of the 1.5 turbo HRV. It's a quick car.

[@braetonwilson4296]

@@jdmguy44 Yes but then you have to deal with oil dilution and the fact that turbocharged engines don't last as long as naturally aspirated.

[@NaijaBull]

@@braetonwilson4296 the hrv has a 1.5t in North America?

[@brynnleahnayvieghlaykynnn6175]

3 Pedals no

[@ozarklife9996]

Naturally aspirated engine is key here. Will be reliable. Very agile to drive and handle. Comfortable seats for a long ride. Looks good to me. Is it to slow ? Would have to drive it know for sure. I drive an 07 civic with 140 hp and im fine with that. It also has a all important naturally aspirated engine. Direct injection turbos will not last as long.

[@jamaicanlovrboy]

So what is the purpose of this vehicle.....it has limited ground clearance, limited space, limited power, limited luxury features, no AWD........for $28,000 you might as well get a damn camry, or RAV4

[@ubaok24]

I'd rather get the RAV4 XLE Premium

[@parkerhowell646]

You can always tell when a person hates a brand. Every toyota product this guy hates on so much more than the rest even tho is superior.

[@wazgoodjj]

Wtong!! He gave the Rav4 Prime an excellent review. He actually ended up purchasing one.

[@nissannick118]

Man I wish the TC would have lived on.

[@FidelF]

Me too, man. But remember, the tC used to live in the same platform as the Camry, and right now the Camry is so long that the tC would look very weird with two doors... Nonetheless, it really was great.

[@jimmypena2442]

@@FidelF Not really, the TC at least the last generation used the Corolla platform with Camry drivetrain. So if they still had it around itd ride on the new TNGA-C(compact) platform with the camry 200hp engine, would be cool.

[@FidelF]

@@jimmypena2442 interesting. The tC is so heavy for a 2-Door that I thought it was completely on a Camry platform. Still a fun car, though. And a zippy one as well

[@jimmypena2442]

Fidel Ferrer They’re about 3000lbs, the Civic si around my the age of my TC(2014) is about the same but the newer ones are about 2700lbs. Not light but not bad.

[@FidelF]

@@jimmypena2442 It doesnt look like a big difference, but the Si is 10% lighter than the tC... That's a significant amount. And like I said, for a 2-Door 3k pounds is a lot.

[@geegar3825]

this is a good vehicle for the kids in high school and college. anybody who wants something bigger than a sedan/compact car but not quite ready or in the need for full on suv territory as well.

[@ryankelly1846]

No HS or college kid is buying this 🤣🤣

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

The rear visibility looks awful

[@moeanthony9308]

What a ras!!

[@hewe]

That C-Pillar is so big and the rear window is so tiny

[@jamesryanwigley]

The funny thing is, this is one of the few cars I’ve seen him actively dislike yet I see them everywhere!

[@parkerhowell646]

He hates all toyotas. Look at the reviews in the past and he nags over everything.

[@kovilanmoodley7464]

This guy will pick on the most trivial things because of his obvious dislike for Toyota and Lexus which dominates sales.Notice how he never complains about the other brands.there is nothing wrong with the 2.0 engine whatsoever and his facial expression is in rather poor taste.wonder what vehicle he drives because he has a very snobbish attitude...

[@Mistadontplay89]

@@kovilanmoodley7464 I think he has a Porsche Cayman.....so yeah lol

[@joshua9073]

I almost bought one despite this review. People like them. Young & old and single or married. Style may be the reason but I liked it!

[@joshua9073]

Kovilan Moodley has a Porsche if you watch this channel. He traded that recently. He has a Tesla and he bought his partner a Subaru Forester

[@christamu2]

I don't need to buy this. I can just turn a cordless vacuum on and throw it in my back seat. Thanks for saving us money Sofyan!

[@joshua9073]

I actually like mine. Didn’t need fast or large. I have 2 other cars for that. This does great in traffic going to the grocery or drug store less than 5 miles away in the city. I knew what I was getting after driving many cars. Toyota is dependable and the dealer is close and the discount was good. But I bought the lower end model and not this expensive trim.

[@cody5293]

I love how you criticize this for a “cheap interior” but loved the Venue and Seltos that are FILLED with cheap plastic too

[@joshua9073]

You can see he editorializes- injects his opinions which are subjective. He doesn’t like Toyota’s.

[@VIDEOHEREBOB]

If you didn't know it was a Toyota, you might think it's something put out by GM.

[@koolkitties8552]

Its looks nice for young people with no kids.

[@moeanthony9308]

Or grown ones who have their own cars.

[@GhostlyVisage04]

@@moeanthony9308 nah it's not practical enough for that

[@moeanthony9308]

@@GhostlyVisage04 You are right. Smart car is the way to go. Very Brilliant Sinister brilliant

[@GhostlyVisage04]

@@moeanthony9308 can't tell if you're being sarcastic or not

[@moeanthony9308]

@@GhostlyVisage04 The truth is brah. To each is own, it's adequate for the needs of the buyer

[@SG-sz5vh]

It is screaming for the hybrid engine available in other markets. It still may be slow but at least you get 40mpg

[@rightlanehog3151]

You are correct, in this video the C-HR is literally screaming. Adding a Hybrid drivetrain would quiet it down.

[@rysiucastro]

"(…) this car was designed to be a Scion vehicle (…)", don't you mean "this car was designed by Toyota, but was to be branded a Scion in the US"? It kind of feels like a US-centric thing when it really isn't - this is a global car for Toyota.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Exactly.

[@devondelgado1818]

The headlights are my favorite part of the entire car

[@joshua9073]

Same Delgado same

[@slscamg]

Just skip this and go buy the CX-30. 184hp and a stepped automatic transmission plus much quieter and nice materials on the inside.

[@braetonwilson4296]

There has been recalls due to the cylinder deactivation technology in the Mazda engine. That worries me.

[@NaijaBull]

@@braetonwilson4296 Just get the lower trims without cylinder deactivation..they are solid

[@moeanthony9308]

@@NaijaBull better yet, skip the first year and late the bugs escape.

[@MiguelLopez-fh7vx]

Good that you found the cx-30 more suitable for you but it just depends on needs and the people’s styling preferences...for example, I find the plastics better than handle since they clean easily and can take some abuse meanwhile if all of your car is wrapped in leather you will worry to much about them getting damaged or torn; plus I think the CH-R looks more juvenile and the Cx-30 more like (I am a family guy)

[@Hboogie182]

The cx-30 looks uglier than Prius

[@rightlanehog3151]

The new Yaris Cross is much more appealing than this. If you have $28,000 to spend there is a far superior RAV4 LE Hybrid waiting for you. This C-HR is popular in Europe but then again, so are French and Italian cars.

[@perrywlam]

My parents bought one of these when they first came out. I'm glad they moved the backup cam image from the corner of the rear view mirror to the main screen.

[@Matt-tv1ix]

I was reading that they are axing the C-HR for the new Toyota Corolla Cross-Over by 2021.... Not sure if it will come with AWD, but It will have the option manual option. I think that is why that the C-HR has no hybrid/awd/manual/sunroof... etc. I am sure that it will have more horsepower/torque. I am just curious tho, when you are doing the 0-60... do you have the car in Eco/ Normal mode or do you have it in Sport mode?

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

Where did you hear about the C-HR being discontinued? The Corolla Cross is slotting between the C-HR and the RAV4.

[@sdjrinc.6921]

The Toyota C-HR is stylish but who ever approved that powertrain needs to be fired.

[@amfitness5598]

Thank you for mentioning car seats and the rear seat. I was actually looking at these but with the little room it’s a deal breaker with a small child.

[@moeanthony9308]

It's not made for small children. Buy a Rav

[@vapor4den]

200hp could be the sweet spot for this small sporty looking s.u.v but at the very least they need to upgrade the engine to match the power of the Corolla...

[@craftycraff7938]

Great review! Everything about the exterior and interior screams “cramped”.

[@joshua9073]

I think it’s a small vehicle for people like me who need a small car. I have a large truck and large Infiniti suv - I need a run about that’s great on gas and getting a few groceries. This does the trick

[@briannickson6631]

Not at all cramped if you are a normal sized individual. Unfortunately, as many reports show, members of today's society are getting more and more obese and this causes problems not only in car accommodation but also air and coach travel. It's not the car manufacturers fault if someone can't fit inside properly.

[@caglioso]

No sunroof, no awd, abysmal power, and no hybrid option. Why would anyone want this thing?

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

They would if they want a good value with decent practicality, geniunely fun ride and handling balance, edgy styling, competitive technology, and Toyota reliability.

[@baronvonjo1929]

I really love the look of it. But needs more power.

[@Lucky8s]

@@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947 I feel like most buyers are better off buying a 1-3 year used Toyota over buying the CHR new

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

@@Lucky8s A guess a used 2019 or 2020 model in a few years also would be a decent choice.

[@v60polestar88]

Because American consumers will buy any cuv there manufacturers throw at them. For a cuv this thing is useless

[@SG-sz5vh]

Why would one want tinted rear windows? Maybe in a hot, sunny climate like AZ or FL but in the north, esp in winter, they greatly reduce both interior light and outward visibility, esp at night.

[@moeanthony9308]

Naw

[@ShafinRehman]

Whenever we get people in our dealership looking at this, the simple exclusion of not having AWD turns off almost 95% of potential buyers. That, and a relatively cheap feeling interior, like most other Toyotas.

[@joshua9073]

When you said, “like most other Toyota’s,” did you mean all their interiors feel cheap ?

[@GhostlyVisage04]

@@joshua9073 no that's why he said 'most' and not 'all'.

[@braetonwilson4296]

The base Toyota Corolla L with the ancient 1.8 liter engine & CVT has a better power to weight ratio than this 2020 Toyota C-HR. That "boring" base Corolla is faster & more fun to drive than this C-HR and Corolla sedan has slightly more passenger & cargo space. For example, the Corolla sedan has 35 inches of rear legroom and this 2020 C-HR has 32 inches. Just shows how severely under powered and impractical this C-HR really is...no way am I paying over 20 grand for it.

[@moeanthony9308]

What would you pay for the Corolla?

[@braetonwilson4296]

@@moeanthony9308 I would negotiate hard and buy the Corolla LE for 18k out the door.

[@moeanthony9308]

@@braetonwilson4296 although not overly high but naw Corolla sits too low. I need ease of getting in and out. I have back pain. Not for me brah.

[@moeanthony9308]

@@braetonwilson4296 Oh I don't live in the US. No way you getting a Corolla for 18k. No way

[@pattywisekrypton5754]

@@moeanthony9308 i guess back pain is an adequate reason for you to buy this mobility scooter lmao

[@austinsarkar6403]

I looked at this car while looking at an corolla hatchback. Just the design itself was enough to make me look the other way and I didn't even look at the engine back then. Glad I averted this.

[@Natethegreat200c]

If this was a dodge it would be trashed. Oh wait , it was. This looks like a new caliber ! But since it’s a Toyota it’s so “amazing”.

[@danbittner6805]

I like how you did videos before. Starting with the looks then the key fob and then interior and then the driving part. Idk the videos are a little weird but still love them

[@CalvinHikes]

I think due to the virus, he's had to change the way he edits for the time being. His team of people can't get together.

[@theredline]

Dan Bittner Thanks for the feedback! We are just trying something new but we’ll continue to make tweaks!

[@danbittner6805]

Redline Reviews absolutely I totally understand. I’m going to watch regardless bc I love the videos this channel produces. Just wanted to leave some feedback. Keep up the great work!!

[@chico1014]

Why would anyone be touching the black plastic on the dash anyway you show sticking your fingers on that plastic and there are no buttons or any reason to touch this so why complain about it

[@moeanthony9308]

Exaggerated. Doesn't happen. Put a micro cloth in side pocket. Wipe voila. Nonsense. Carrying on like it's China tea cups. Drive the car for Pete's sake

[@frickinLeo]

Take a shot every time Sofyan says to check out the competition

[@CalvinHikes]

Take a shot every time he says the word "standard" in any of his videos and youre going to have a bad time real quick.

[@GhostlyVisage04]

which you should check out the competition

[@braetonwilson4296]

When Sofyan said OMG and was gyrating his toned fit body back and forward while holding the steering wheel, I felt a stirring in my pants...what does that mean?

[@moeanthony9308]

@Richard Favreau grind her?

[@braetonwilson4296]

@@moeanthony9308 Grindr. It's a casual gay hookup app. I use it all the time as does Richard apparently lol. Lots of cuties in there, you should check it out, Moe.

[@louisbabycos106]

That you are a fan of soy. Lol😁😂🤣 Not anti-gay . Just love puns .

[@joshua9073]

Means you are a gay man

[@joshua9073]

Except he isn’t toned or fit

[@RayanMADAO]

28k is way too much for this car, it'd be fine if it was low 20ks

[@moeanthony9308]

@Richard Favreau That is correct. Crap load of incentives

[@pattywisekrypton5754]

@Richard Favreau damn, you seem offended lol.

[@lisayoung4810]

It is

[@JoeyVilleneuve]

@Richard Favreau furthermore, the base model is low 20's...this is the highest model, which like with every single car ever, isn't worth the price for the few extras included.

[@alexc6946]

Your reaction to the lackluster acceleration: PRICELESS

[@trippplefive]

when Kia comes out with the Stelos (or whatever it's called), i bet this guy is going to drool all over it. the video's gonna be titled : "amazing little suv with enough power" edit : called it..Kia didn't even have to release the vehicle before this guy started praising them 17:56

[@MetaFoxx278]

trippplefive He already drove the Seltos a while back in San Antonio, and he likes it better!

[@asianmanrules6]

I think the problem with the C-HR is that it was originally designed to be a Scion. The facelift kind of helped but hopefully the second gen makes a departure from looking cheap and making changes to the engine

[@JohnnyUkeOfficial]

The problem Toyota made was choosing design over practicality.They need to scrap this vehicle and come up with something new. The competition is far better than this.

[@Toyota4Life]

“Toyota C-HR is a very stylish and neat CUV” in a boring compact CUV world. There I corrected your title.

[@theredline]

Spoken like a true Toyota fanboy.

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

@@theredline In all seriousness though, the C-HR really is a decent vehicle that is even underrated. It does bring in some pizzazz in the otherwise generic Subcompact Crossover segment, from its styling that still also brings in some geniune fun behind the wheel and decent practicality. It is a good value for the money, and I for one, would choose it over the HR-V. Hoping that AWD and Hybrid models soon show up.

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

Honda and Toyota seem to not care about quality as much a they used to. They’re not bad, but they’re just not as good as they used to be in the 1990s. Hyundai and Kia is becoming like the old Honda and Toyota. The sheet metal near the roof of my 2020 civic left dents after only a few times at the car wash.

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

@@blackwhirlwind1245 typo lol

[@Toyota4Life]

Redline Reviews coming from the Toyota troll

[@Richard1976]

Nothing weird about it, its a gorgeous car

[@BeanieNinjay0]

People that buy this car are probably the type of people to give gimmick gifts.

[@moeanthony9308]

That's right we do. Jokes on you.

[@DestinysComputer]

If this had a manual option and the new 2.0L with 169hp, I'd actually consider buying it. I love the funky styling and small size. But as it stands, the Corolla hatchback is a more compelling car. I really hope the rumours are true and they stick the GR Yaris powertrain under the hood.

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

Easily the worst car in Toyota’s lineup, just get seltos, or if you don’t mind slowness, get HRV for practically, if you need AWD, get crosstrek or seltos. If want fuel economy, get venue, much cheaper, has the latest safety features and tech. If you like Toyota cars, just get corolla hatch, or corolla sedan.

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

Safety features and tech from the Venue in which this car does come standard with. ?

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

IAmJustLordFarhan: The Normal Dude things like forward collision avoidance assist with pedestrian detection, blind spot monitor, and rear cross traffic alert, etc, go check out Hyundai website. The only thing I think venue is missing is that it doesn’t have leather seats as an option, you get half leather half cloth in denim edition.

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

@@blackwhirlwind1245 Forward Collison warning with Pedestrian Detection and Auto Braking, Lane Departure Warning with Active Steering Assist, Full-Speed Adaptive Cruise Control, etc come standard on the C-HR. It's part of the Toyota Safety Sense package. Upper trims do get Blind Spot Detection with Rear Cross Traffic Alert. Hence that the Venue doesn't actually compete with this car. The Kona does.

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

IAmJustLordFarhan: The Normal Dude yeah, just realized venue also missing adaptive cruise control. But venue does have many safety features, I view adaptive cruise control more as a driver convenience feature and not really a safety feature. Venue only missing a few features like the adaptive cruise control. But keep in mind venue cost much less than CHR. If you compare CHR to Kona, then Kona easily wins by having a turbo Powertrain with 201 HP, 0 to 60 in around 6 to 7 seconds.

[@moeanthony9308]

@@blackwhirlwind1245 Yea and drive it off the lot don't expect any value in return.

[@dgracey01]

Does it come in manual transmission? no? will this car be able to be driven for 20 years without major repairs? with that CVT onboard I don't think so.

[@michaelchinchen]

Ouch that was rough.

[@PCCoooler]

In Europe it does come with the new 2.0 at 184hp combined, brings down 0-100 kph to 8.3 seconds.

[@dygardion9130]

I think the next gen will have Awd and hybrid system! Just be patient And I’ve said this to you before the tail/brake lights are LED

[@danielc3321]

I’m pretty happy with my 2018. I’m short so I find the seats comfortable, and it rides nice. The infotainment is terrible. That’s the biggest issue. Overall it does 90% of what I want it to do.

[@markjwil]

Next time, buy a Subaru Crosstrek.

[@1800Beatdown]

These things sell like crazy in other world markets. Toyota just sells them here in NA for the heck of it. (you mean to say there's other markets than just USA???!?!😱😱😱)

[@kendelion]

It's almost everywhere here in japan too. Problem is they should have upped the power for US market because 'muricans needs to compensate

[@moeanthony9308]

That is correct.

[@lucianogoldfeld4613]

The best of this video is Sofyan bad face

[@andrethebest701]

I'd be willing to get the Rav-4 or Highlander Hybrid which are bigger, more spacious, and get way better fuel economy plus AWD

[@stevee8318]

aren't CVTs supposed to be able to optimize the engine's power at all times? why do they suck the life out of cars?

[@tails300]

The one in my Corolla SE is pretty good, but it does have the added launch gear.

[@theconformist2399]

They CAN be good if they’re well-built and well-tuned. Accelerating uphill with a CVT, for example, is amazing since it’s smooth all the way without ever needing to shift gears. The problem usually occurs when you try to quickly accelerate or decelerate. You feel that so-called “rubberbanding effect” from the CVT having to suddenly change ratios (since it can’t just drop/upshift a gear like regular autos). This combined with poor response to you putting your foot down is what sucks the life out of cars with CVT’s (usually).

[@jwang10166]

Can you please do a review on the 2020 NX 300h? Thank you!!

[@gigieinaudi24]

Hei Sofian it’s a bloody little hybrid car. It’s 1,8 liter or two?

[@chocolatemilk912]

A used Toyota RAV4 is better or get the Corolla Hatchback, no? Not the same class but at this price point for a subcompact suv who cares. It is a neat looking vehicle though.

[@aliy0182]

It needs more space!!! It’s just not good at anything,And that’s the reason why I didn’t buy it and ended up buying Corolla sedan !! I don’t like hybrids and don’t care if it’s not offered as a hybrid but it needs interior space and AWD !

[@moeanthony9308]

Not if you are single driver of a two car household.

[@joshua9073]

Why do you all say it needs interior space when it’s clearly a sub-compact ? Lol that’s like buying a 3 bedroom house and complaining that it doesn’t have more bedrooms. You know what you are getting so why not buy a larger car? The next class up

[@dannyp9033]

Are the seats real leather or Toyota’s softtex?

[@moeanthony9308]

Ask the passengers and your backside when you get in.

[@xlprincess123567]

I like Toyota but this car screams cluster phobic. My Kia Soul has more space and a sunroof and more horsepower than that. I prefer bigger and arm room. All that fake leather plastic rubber stuff will be scratched in one week of ownership depending on the person. I can never see myself drive it.

[@La-yt1wr]

Thank you for posting this a better start of my morning I can't wait to pick up my 18 Civic Sport touring hatch.

[@ColoradoSpringsDashcam]

sethy1 money doesn’t grow on trees...

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

sethy1 not everyone knows how to drive a manual

[@tails300]

Hope you’ll get the 2.0 not the turbo, or you’ll have problems.

[@moeanthony9308]

@@tails300 OT that wonky infotainment system.

[@braetonwilson4296]

Good thing you're not buying the base Civic LX trim because that has a very old small outdated infotainment screen that is not touchscreen and does not have apple carplay or android auto. That's one advantage of the 2021 Corolla, even the base L trim has touchscreen with apple carplay and android auto.

[@sdjrinc.6921]

Imagine if Toyota gave the C-HR the 2.0t from the Lexus NX300 Toyota not going to put it in the Rav4.

[@TalismanPHX]

Thanks for the upload. Well done. The CHR is way too compromised by its styling. The JDM all-wheel drive turbocharged version needs to be imported to the US market. The Kona and CX30 are better buys...

[@eugenehuddersfield942]

Very good review, unfortunately 0-60 is so slow 😊

[@GhostlyVisage04]

and it sounds horrible 😐

[@dtay8913]

The funny thing is despite this being a Toyota it's been having some reliability issues.

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

I dont know. Honda and toyota does not seem to care about quality as much as they used to. Engine and transmission issues in both cars. Hyundai and Kia seem to be getting better while honda and toyota seem to not care like they did back in the 1990s. I have a 2020 Civic. The sheet metal on top of the doors by the roof area is so cheap and thin, IT LEFT DENTS only after a few car washes. Many other people with 2016 to 2020 civics are complaining about this too. My car also had zero rattles the first day I drove it, and now three months later has several rattles. My friend's old 2008 civic has zero rattles for the four years he had it and the fit and finish was better than my car. also been in some newer Toyota cars and they feel cheaper versus the older ones I've been in. are hondas and toyota one of the more reliable new cars you can buy? yes. but are they as good now in comparison to the 1990s? not really.

[@theredline]

We read about that recently too after filming this. Very surprised to hear since this car is very mechanically simple compared to other Toyota products.

[@J-W.-]

I work for extended warranty the most cars we get calls on are of course Nissan CVT sometimes on their 3rd replacement. Hyundai/Kia with their engines locking up or a rod knock. We really don't see much Toyota or Honda I think i only seen 2 cvts for Honda over years a couple from Toyota but as far as engine not really.

[@asdfghjqwertyu1858]

@@J-W.- Hyundai and Kia are very reliable aside from the Theta 2.4 and Nu 1.8 from the early 2010s, and I think those were more the american assembled models than the korean ones.

[@alanmay7929]

@@asdfghjqwertyu1858 i totally disagree with you, modern engine technologies plus severe emissions are killing cars, even the diesels are suffering

[@joshua9073]

It’s okay that it’s small for single people or couples with no kids ... like me. I like it and don’t need a lot of space. I’m Sofyan’s size too. People can figure out space and size for themselves. I’m wishing Sofyan would show us things we can’t see like if the sun visors extend on 1 side or both and how’s the audio system. He didn’t open the glove box. He opened the center console but didn’t mention if it was spacious and it’s hard to see because it’s all black & dark. I need to decide between this & a Mazda CX-3. I can’t buy a car because I have back problems that make it hard to get into & out of the Mazda 3 or Toyota Corolla. Thanks for the review otherwise Sofyan.

[@Astke]

I don't get why they don't add the 2.0 liter hybrid. It has 180 HP and does 0-60 in about 8 seconds..... Also gets good gas mileage.

[@rightlanehog3151]

It is a mystery why the hybrid is still not offered in our market.

[@cvtcurious5471]

America has too much or not enough money(?). Lexus 250h has the M20a hybrid.

[@Musashi35140]

Sadly, in North America you don't have thr HR-V Sport 182cv, yes same engine from the civic we've got here in France, 0 to 60 in 7,8s, really a fantastic car (got one).

[@MetaFoxx278]

Eh, Kona and Seltos 1.6T AWD all day, man! Those two, by far, are the only ones that matter in this segment! Though I’m curious what you might think about the Chevy Trailblazer/Buick Encore GX on that front.

[@GhostlyVisage04]

the trailblazer and encore both have 3 cylinder engines and even they are faster than this thing 🤣

[@elitedelta9001]

Toyota: we need to make C-HR cooler...I got it! Put some dimond patterns on the headliner!

[@thecriticalthinkeroutsidet4947]

The C-HR always had diamond patterns on the interior since it was created...

[@moeanthony9308]

@Richard Favreau one of the best review ever for chr. Never screwed up his face once like Sofyan. Unique and different not the same boring luxary sedans he's accustomed to.

[@pattywisekrypton5754]

@@moeanthony9308 luxury* youre welcome.

[@Kennnechoi]

17yrs old girl wouldn't complain as first car for life. nvm 28k????

[@dyoolan]

I got the kia soul with 1.6l turbo 201hp 195ftlb. Much faster. Gas mileage is competitive compared to this chr. The soul has lots of space in the back hence box on wheels. Also it has dct which feels better than cvt. Im happy with my kia purchase

[@tails300]

The soul is also GDI only and has a carbon buildup problem (as well as all GDI only engines, except for Mazda).

[@joshuatelem8796]

The CH-R targets a much younger customer base that doesn't have children and doesn't want to pay the high insurance rates of having a super car, it's stylish and practical without breaking the bank. Try to see it from that perspective.

[@ArnelZapataJr]

Needs a Hybrid & AWD badly. If you're not going to upgrade the power, at least give people better gas mileage...

[@alengreen589]

this is the first and last C-HR from Toyota, i am sure that Toyota sell this Car for 3 - 4 years more and then Stops the Produktion.

[@GhostlyVisage04]

Reading this comment gave me a stroke 🥴, but yes I agree.

[@joshuatelem8796]

I love how he tries to pretend that this is an objective and unbiased review, you don't like the CH-R, we get it dude.

[@MiguelLopez-fh7vx]

The Europeans may option this car to come with 2.0L hybrid producing 184hp, they also look better over there ;-; lucky Europeans/ seems more like it was built for the European market but it was brought to the us to see how well it sold 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@thablackwizard]

I'd love to hear your thoughts/ take on who exactly this segment is meant for. Each car seems underpowered, cramped and lacking.

[@cvtcurious5471]

People want to sit up high with bigger tires and slightly more clearance, and dont want a bigger car.

[@EvilqueenTracy]

I may be in the minority but I like how it looks but I don't want to have to feel like I need to floor it to merge onto an interstate. My much smaller 2005 Acura RSX-X has 210 hp. Hard to double the size and take a big drop in power especially with an automatic transmission.

[@vandori3376]

I've never had a chance to drive this car however just by the looks, love the front design, hate the rear tail light.

[@dannielz6]

Hopefully Yaris cross replaces this. Otherwise Id get an HRV, Trailblazer or CX 30.

[@rightlanehog3151]

The Yaris Cross seems better in every way.

[@f181234]

That’s not even coming to North America

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@f181234 Why not? Shouldn't Toyota have something to compete with the Venue and those other miniature CUVs? The Yaris Cross can deliver AWD and nearly 60 mpg which sounds pretty appealing to me.

[@entertained...]

my ancient craftsman lawnmower > c-hr

[@CFG-qv7hy]

They need to put whoever keeps loading up Toyota interiors with gloss black trim in the naughty corner.

[@jdmguy44]

Don't know about American spec cars but here in the UK the CHR comes from a Turkish factory. That together with the overly fussy styling - it's a no thanks from me. Would rather have a Mazda or Honda.

[@v60polestar88]

The comment section of your luxury vehicle reviews is usually full of people bitching about how overpriced those vehicles are, but not a peep out of anyone regarding this crap costing 30K. Unbelievable

[@v60polestar88]

Richard Favreau And most buyers of luxury cars don’t get them fully loaded either. 28k is still 30k and it doesn’t matter if they buy base or top trim. All cars are over priced so people need to stop with the hypocritical BS. Reliability is another story and doesn’t justify 30K for a econobox that takes 11 sec to make it to 60 mph. Good luck merging

[@moeanthony9308]

@@v60polestar88 That's nonsense. Out the door with tax for base. Dude no more than 22k. You must be factoring idiots who buy rust proofing and all the other garbage. Totally disagree.. luxary? come on man do the math. This is an a to b car period. You want Mario Andretti than of course look else where. It's simple. It's does what it is suppose to and actually quite well.

[@moeanthony9308]

@Richard Favreau Exactly.. Nailed it unreliable luxary. You lose your shirt after how long? You pay how much to maintain? All in the sake of... What?

[@baywoodresident9271]

I take it you didn’t like this car! LOL

[@theredline]

Baywood Resident Just buy a RAV4 at $28k :)

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@theredline Exactly!!

[@bradleymeyer9775]

I like that red color. But if we’re buy a sub compact crossover, I’d go with the Subaru Cross-Treck.

[@mindyebenis]

Reminds me of a Hyundai Veloster

[@joshua9073]

Interesting! How so? They look nothing alike.

[@ceetwyce335]

They should've put the 4 banger from the Camry in it. Scion did it before with the XB and the TC. Thats the only deal breaker for me with this vehicle.

[@Corvette1658]

They need to put in the new 2.0 engine that's in the Corolla and also add AWD.

[@tails300]

It needs the direct shift CVT with the first gear too.

[@Corvette1658]

@@tails300 yep thankfully Toyota is making those dreams come true. With the all new 2022 Toyota Corolla Cross.

[@Datsun7705]

They should've used the same power train as the Rav4

[@moeanthony9308]

At whose expense?

[@walterndlovu7452]

Also these a 1.2L turbo for this car overseas

[@rightlanehog3151]

In Europe more are sold as Hybrids.

[@scottpeters8640]

I love the look of this car but will never understand why they just didn't go with the 2.5 liter motor from the Camry and Scion TC. The 2.0 is so 2006-ish to me and the CVT surely is awful.

[@jbarrera6638]

Skip this car unless you really like it and wait for the corolla wagon.

[@gigieinaudi24]

A lot of space more. Is toyota able to sell little station wagons in the us? 🇺🇸

[@evandanielsson1347]

Corolla wagon? If you’re in the U.S. you will probably die before they bring the Corolla Touring Sports to us. But if they ever do, I’m buying it immediately.

[@gigieinaudi24]

Evan Danielsson in 🇪🇺 we have this little wagon. In southern europe many customers do still prefer this type of cars (space volume comfort)

[@revilsdr]

One word reliability. A naturally aspirated 4cyl Toyota engine it’s gonna last you way longer than anything with a turbo in it. I really don’t know what he expected from a 2L four-cylinder non turbo engine these are not race cars so it’s on par with anything else with the same type of engine. It’s a good looking car way better than anything else in the class. Some of the vehicles that he’s comparing it to I wouldn’t touch with a 10 foot pole Kia or Jeep 👎🏻. This car is definitely not for a family, but I don’t think that’s who Toyota marketing this car to. It’s for single folks looking for a good daily driver that gets decent gas mileage and gonna last you a long time. It’s actually a fun car to drive.

[@omgitsme435]

If you saw this in person, you would know how big of a piece of crap it is.

[@austinswoboda7204]

This car needs led tail lights and AWD! It would sell much better

[@alfredyctse223]

CHR had more options in Japan, for some reason, they took them all out when they hit North America ,like Hybrid ..

[@joshua9073]

Hybrid yuck

[@peruprofundodance]

i'd go with the crosstrek.