Toyota C-HR+ – Sleek and Electric, but Special Enough?
You know how it goes—when car manufacturers decide to electrify an existing model, something often gets lost in translation. Personality fades, batteries add weight, and the end result can feel about as exciting as boiled carrots. But Toyota? They decided that with the new C-HR+, they’d throw out the old playbook entirely and start from scratch.
That means the C-HR+ isn’t just an electrified update—it’s an entirely new car. Built on Toyota’s e-TNGA platform, it boasts a lower center of gravity, a stiffer chassis, and sharper handling. And the styling? It’s as if Lexus let a few of its designers off the leash for a weekend—sharp lines, a coupe-like silhouette, and a “ducktail” diffuser designed to cut through the air more efficiently.
But let’s be honest. The real questions are: How far does it go? How fast is it? And is there enough clever tech inside to make you forget you’re driving a Toyota?
The numbers? Up to 600 km of range (claimed), 343 horsepower if you go for the all-wheel-drive version, and 0–100 km/h in 5.2 seconds.
And because Toyota knows that modern drivers have a borderline obsession with keeping their devices charged, the C-HR+ comes with two wireless chargers, USB ports for rear passengers, and a panoramic glass roof—so you can gaze at the stars while waiting for your battery to top up. The 14-inch touchscreen is smart enough to monitor your battery level and suggest charging stops, because no one wants to end up stranded in the middle of nowhere with a dead EV.
Safety? Toyota T-Mate, blind-spot monitoring, parking assist, and an automatic braking system that could probably save you from an overenthusiastic driving mistake.
And if you're still worried that the battery will give up the moment the warranty expires, Toyota has thought of that too—10 years or 1 million kilometers of battery care should provide some peace of mind.
The new C-HR+ is set to hit European roads in 2026. The question is—will it turn heads or just blend into the growing crowd of electric SUVs?
