Toyota refreshes its C-HR design
The new C-HR model is filled to the gills with the latest in comfort and safety tech.
Launched in 2016, the C-HR design presented a new benchmark for Toyota. For 2022, the most notable exterior change is the new 18″ directional alloy wheels fitted to the Plus and Luxury grade models. These are shod with 225/50/R18 rubber while a space-saver spare wheel enhances luggage capacity.
The existing three-grade strategy continues, starting off with the 1.2T, followed by the Plus and Luxury variants.
Performance
The acclaimed 1.2-litre turbocharged petrol engine continues as the anchor of the range – delivering effortless mid-range punch and cruising ability paired to either a CVT or six-speed manual transmission. It produces 85kW and 185Nm across a broad rpm range while using just 6.3L/100km of fuel (6.4 for the CVT). CO2 emissions are pegged low at 141-144g/km.
Specification and features
All C-HR models carry a comprehensive specification level, with the standard grade boasting daytime running lights (DRL), LED headlamps with auto function and exterior colour coding. Air conditioning, electric power steering, a tilt and telescopic adjustable steering column, 4.2″ multi-information display (MID) and front 12V power outlet make up the standard fare.
On the infotainment front, an 8″ (20cm) touchscreen audio system includes Apple CarPlay/Android Auto functionality, Bluetooth and USB provisions as well as a reverse camera display. Sounds play through a six-speaker arrangement and can be operated via steering switches (which also allow navigation of the MID screens).
Plus variants add front fog lamps, rain-sensing wipers, leather steering wheel trim, cruise control and an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, while the air conditioning is upgraded to the dual-zone climate control type.
Top-tier Luxury grade models inherit Park Distance Control (PDC) and Intelligent Parking System, an upgrade to keyless entry and start, partial leather interior and bi-LED headlamps with sequential turn signal operation. Side mirrors receive a retractable function and the fog lamps are upgraded to LED elements.
Safety
All C-HR models score highly on the safety front with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist (BA), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Hill Assist Control (HAC) and Trailer Sway Control (TSC).
The standard and Plus grades boast front driver and passenger, side, curtain and driver knee airbags alongside seatbelt force limiters, Isofix and pre-tensioners.
The Luxury grade features the active safety system; Toyota Safety Sense (TSS), which encompasses Pre-Collision System (PCS), Auto High Beam (AHB), Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA) and Blind Spot Monitoring (BSM). It also offers all-speed Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) and Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with Lane Trace functionality.
Pricing starts at R429 000 and includes a six-service/90 000km service plan (intervals set at 15 000km) and three-year/100 000km warranty. Service and warranty plan extensions can also be purchased from any Toyota dealer (220 outlets).
All Toyota models come equipped with Toyota Connect, including a complimentary 15GB in-car Wi-Fi allocation, vehicle telematics and enhanced user features via the MyToyota app.
Source: MotorPress
