The
new-for-2018 Toyota C-HR is a subcompact crossover sport-utility vehicle, and
I’m here to tell you that adults fit in it just fine. And beyond that, the C-HR
is a comfortable, nice-handling piece of work that is delightfully useful for
transporting humans or knocking off chores.
The recently
tested 2018 Toyota C-HR XLE Premium was the latest in a series of small
crossover SUVs I sampled last year, and while it’s a close call, I think it’s
my favorite.
For starters,
it’s nicely sculpted on the front end and in profile, offering up a pleasing
look that goes way beyond SUV-basic.
The 18-inch
alloy wheels look decidedly sharp.
Inside, the
interior cabin is surprisingly spacious and versatile. From the cockpit seat, controls are easy to
reach and understand. A generous list of
standard safety features on the tester was impressive, including a
lane-departure alert and radar-assisted cruise control.
Convenience
features were likewise plentiful for this segment, with automatic high beams and
a spot-on dual-zone climate-control system leading the way.
Fuel mileage
was very good at 27 miles per gallon in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.
I thought the
2-liter, four-cylinder power plant might struggle, but I was wrong. The 144-horsepower engine was more than
adequate across the range of driving conditions. It was pretty robust off the line as well.
Passengers
commented on how smooth the ride was on the freeways.
In essence, Toyota
The C-HR is an
easy-to-like daily driver and would be equally useful as a second,
chore-running vehicle in suburbia. For
those who want to send their kids off to college in something more than a
compact sedan or coupe, the C-HR is worth a look.
And I know
you’re dying to know: What does C-HR stand for?
Answer:
Coupe-High Rider. Yes, I know. It's confusing, but catchy.
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