It’s official. Toyota is lastly launching a brand new EV within the US. The C-HR will return in what’s anticipated to be an reasonably priced electrical SUV. Right here’s our first take a look at the 2026 Toyota C-HR, a surprisingly trendy EV with practically 300 miles of vary.
Meet the 2026 Toyota C-HR electrical SUV for the US
Who might neglect the unique Toyota C-HR? The funky-looking compact SUV was priced beneath $25,000 however was discontinued in 2022 to make method for the extra environment friendly Corolla Cross hybrid.
The C-HR will make a comeback within the US as a totally electrical SUV with practically 300 miles of vary. After revealing the electrical SUV in Europe earlier this yr, Toyota confirmed on Wednesday that the C-HR will, in truth, arrive within the US.
Outdoors of a “+” added on the finish of the title (C-HR+), the US and European variations look practically similar. The electrical model is a drastic improve over the retired gas-powered mannequin.
Toyota gave it a classy new look with an up to date design nearer to its new Corolla and Crown. The smaller SUV options Toyota’s “hammerhead entrance finish” with slim LED headlights and distinct character strains.
The C-HR EV is 177.9″ lengthy, 73.6″ large, and 63.8″ tall, or concerning the dimension of the Kia Niro EV (174″ lengthy, 72″ large, and 62″ tall). It’s additionally a bit smaller than the bZ4X SUV, Toyota’s first EV, at 185″ lengthy, 73″ large, and 65″ tall.
Powered by a 74.7 kWh battery, Toyota expects the 2026 C-HR will rise up to 290 miles of driving vary. It should even be outfitted with an NACS port to entry Tesla’s Supercharger community. Utilizing DC quick charging, the electrical SUV can recharge from 10% to 80% in about half-hour.
The 2026 C-HR will include customary AWD with as much as 338 hp. Toyota stated the added energy is sweet for a 0 to 60 mph dash in round 5 seconds.
Trendy new design inside and outside
Toyota’s new EV will probably be accessible in SE and XSE trim with “nice inside options.” These embrace a 14″ touchscreen infotainment system with Toyota Audio Multimedia system (with Wi-fi Apple CarPlay and Android Auto assist), a digital driver show, wi-fi cellphone chargers, and the Toyota Security Sense 3.0 system.
Different customary options embrace an influence liftgate, low-profile roof rails, and rain-sensing wipers. It’s also possible to select from 18″ or 20″ wheels and a number of other completely different paint colours.
The XSE mannequin features 20″ gun steel completed wheels, SofTex and artificial suede-trimmed seats, a Digital Rearview Mirror with HomeLink, a Panoramic view Monitor, and extra.
Toyota will provide the 2026 C-HR in absolutely electrical (EV), Hybrid, Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), and Gasoline Cell powertrain choices. The brand new electrical SUV is anticipated to reach at dealerships throughout the US in 2026.
The brand new C-HR debut comes only a day after Toyota revealed its new bZ electrical SUV for the US. Toyota is dropping the “bZ4X” title and giving it some important upgrades, together with extra vary (now as much as 314 miles), a built-in NACS port, and extra.
Though Toyota has but to disclose costs, because the C-HR is smaller than the bZ4X, it’s anticipated to begin at round $35,000.
