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The Toyota C-HR+ is the EV version of the C-HR but on a different platform. The front design works well with the sporty lower section, featuring a honeycomb dot design. It is smaller than the Toyota bZ4X, being 4.52m or 178 inches long. Wheel options are 18 or 20 inches. Smaller wheels yield more range and better riding comfort. CHR means Coupé High Rider, indicating both a Coupé and a Crossover. There is a coupe-like tail end with dramatic design lines. Front or all-wheel drive models will be available. Front-wheel drive models use a smaller, 58 kWh battery, while others use a 77 kWh battery, similar to the bZ4X. The most powerful all-wheel drive version delivers 343 horsepower and 0 to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds. Recharge times (10 to 80%) are around 30 minutes with 150 kW DC charging. AC charging can be 11 kW or 22 kW depending on the trim.The C-HR+ is sized between the Urban Cruiser and the bZ4X. Toyota aims to offer an EV in every segment. A smooth transition for existing C-HR owners looking for an EV. The lights strip at the back goes all the way through. Top speed will be around 160 km/h or 100 mph.
The interior is different from the bZ4X, featuring ambient lighting integration. It lacks a glove box, similar to the bZ4X. Seats are microfiber fabric. With 1.89m height, there is still space left here. A fixed glass roof with a shade. A steering wheel seen in the Prius and bZ4X. Instruments are placed relatively high. Offers root charging planning, automated when setting a destination. It can manually engage battery pre-conditioning. The console has two inductive charging pads but they are not ventilated. Gears are selected by pressing down a knob. It uses adaptive cup holders. The 420-liter boot has 90 cm length. Rear space is more limited. It is smaller compared to the bZ4X. Overall this car seems like a shrunken version of the bZ4X. Prices are not official yet but expect around 40000 in the entry.
