Tested: 2026 Toyota C-HR Has EV Hustle, Lacks Dynamic Delight
Key takeaways
- After a brief hiatus, the C-HR returns with sharper looks and a potent electric powertrain, but its claim of being Toyota's sportiest EV SUV is questionable.
- View Exterior Photos Marc Urbano|Car and Driver6/11/26 UPDATE: This review has been updated with instrumented test results.
- A decade ago, Tik Tok was just a fledgling social media site, and the bare-bones 144-hp Toyota C-HR made its debut at the Geneva auto show.
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After a brief hiatus, the C-HR returns with sharper looks and a potent electric powertrain, but its claim of being Toyota's sportiest EV SUV is questionable.
View Exterior Photos Marc Urbano|Car and Driver6/11/26 UPDATE: This review has been updated with instrumented test results.
A decade ago, Tik Tok was just a fledgling social media site, and the bare-bones 144-hp Toyota C-HR made its debut at the Geneva auto show. But a whole lot can change in 10 years. Now, Tik Tok is a global behemoth, and the C-HR is—well, it's still small, but now it promises sharp styling, a well-appointed cabin, and a potent electric powertrain. The C-HR doesn't quite live up to Toyota's promise of being its sportiest electric SUV, but it's still quick, comfortable, and filled with modern amenities.