Toyota CH-R XLE

Toyota CH-R is a subcompact SUV crossover which was released in 2016 all over the world as a five door, front engine and four wheel drive SUV in which CH-R stands for Compact High Rider.it made a successful debut in automobile industry including European and US markets with the sale of 49,642 units in the year 2018. The 2019 model is ranked number fifteen among subcompact SUVs by the experts and the 2019 model has lots of standard features with a good reliability, reshuffled trims and poised handling.

The 2019 model has some changes introduced in it including the Apple Car Play as a standard feature and an addition of the new base model and navigation system. Toyota CH-R 2019 is available in three trim levels including the base trim LE, XLE and Limited.

Base Trim:

 Drivetrain of all trims are same while the base trim LE is equipped with seventeen inches wheel, automatic headlights, heated mirrors, eight inches LCD touchscreen, Bluetooth connection, single USB port, six speakers and cloth upholstery.

XLE Trim:

 XLE Premium trim has some more upgraded features including eighteen inches alloy wheels, keyless entry, leather upholstery, blind spot detection and power folding side mirrors.

Limited Trim:

 The Limited trim is the top trim which features leather upholstery, fog lights, heated front seats, two way power adjustable driver’s seat, navigation system, automatic windshield wipers with rain sensors and Wi-Fi hotspot. Comparing all trims XLE is recommended the most by reviewers because it is a midrange trim whose price jump is reasonable and equipped with all standard safety features essential for a safe drive.

Engine and performance of Toyota CH-R XLE:

CH-R has a weak engine and lazy acceleration and it also lack all-wheel drive option but overall you can notice sporty handling with a wonderful performance. It is powered by two liters four cylinder DOHC sixteen valve engine generating horsepower of 144hp at 6100rpm and torque of 139 lb-ft at 3900 rpm.

 It offers front wheel drive only while its acceleration is very low and it is considered to be one of the slowest vehicle hitting sixty miles per hour in 10.6 second. This slow acceleration is because of the long hesitation between pedal stomp and forward motion while the braking system is moderate nosedive and it takes 119 feet to stop from sixty miles per hour but however the panic braking is straight and controllable.

The steering control of CH-R is direct and accurate while effort applied is very less even at high speeds but Sport mode requires more effort as compared to other trims. CH-R is very pleasant to drive on twisty roads despite its weak engine and lack of good road grip as the tires howl when pushed harder but still it can be handled with control and ease and the transmission is average but not remarkable. Fuel economy of CH-R is efficient with a mileage coverage of thirty one miles on highways and twenty seven miles in city.

Exterior and interior features of Toyota CH-R XLE:

The distinctive exterior styling of Toyota CH-R XLE 2019 meets rebellious spirit with a precision cut design which illuminates from every angle. The unique cluster LED headlights have an edgy design with daytime running lights which light up the roads with its bright halogen light. The integrated rear spoiler adds more attitude to CH-R silhouette while the rear door handles are thoughtfully designed to give it a coupe like appearance and the eighteen inches alloy wheels are perfectly complementing the unique design of CH-R enhancing its powerful stance. It is 171.2 inches in length, 70.7 inches in width and 61.6 inches in height. The aerodynamically shaped rear lower diffuser is provided to you along with back rear and lip spoiler, vortex generators, aerodynamic panels of under body and rear wheel spats. The piano black B pillar along with chrome window trim accent and black front lower grille insert give more beauty to the looks of the CH-R 2019.

The cabin of Toyota CH-R XLE 2019 is charm and relaxing with leather trimmed seats that increases premium feeling in the cabin while the steering wheel and shift knob is also leather trimmed giving perfect elegance and sportiness to the car’s cabin. The dual zone automatic climate control system will let you have the climate of your comfort inside the cabin. The front seat is equipped with heating system and power adjustable feature. A blue detail accent runs all across the dashboard and interior panels of door which is only available in XLE trim. CH-R offers a great cargo area with foldable rear seats allowing more cargo to carry. There is a 4.2 inches colored information display inside the gauge cluster giving you information related average mpg, driving modes and temperature outside. Apart from it there is an eight inches touch screen mounted on front central console compatible with Android Auto and Apple Car play interface while six speakers provide a good stereo system. Side mirrors are power folding and it can warm up to give a clear view during cold weathers. The available safety features of Toyota CH-R XLE 2019 include blind spot detection, rear cross traffic alert system, integrated backup camera, standard ten air bags, high tensile steel body increases rigidity of car and Star Safety System which has increased traction and braking power which helps you avoid accidents.

Major competitors:

Some of the major rivals of Toyota CH-R 2019 include Honda HR-V 2019, RAV4, Hyundai Kona 2019, Kia Soul 2019, Mazda CX-3, BMW X1, Honda Vezel, Audi Q2 and 2019 Kia Niro.

Pricing:

Starting Price of Toyota CH-R XLE Premium trim is 23,180 US dollars which is competitive as compared to its rivals.

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