The 2026 Toyota C-HR range of configurations is currently priced from $45,440.
Our most recent review of the 2026 Toyota C-HR resulted in a score of 7.5 out of 10 for that particular example.
Carsguide Production Editor Jack Quick had this to say at the time: The Toyota C-HR has been overshadowed by its rivals which offer more for less.However, if you’re keen on a quirky-looking vehicle that’s fun to drive and has exceptional urban fuel efficiency, this may be right up your alley.
You can read the full review here.
This is what Jack Quick liked most about this particular version of the Toyota C-HR: Very efficient in the city, Nimble dynamics, Sporty seats
The 2026 Toyota C-HR carries a braked towing capacity of up to 725 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Toyota C-HR is also known as Toyota IZOA (China FAW-Toyota) in markets outside Australia.
The Toyota C-HR 2026 prices range from $45,440 for the basic trim level SUV Gxl Hybrid to $61,590 for the top of the range SUV Gr-Sport Hyb 2-Tone Pano Rf.
The 2026 Toyota C-HR, depending on the trim level, is available in the following exterior paint colours:
Certain paint colours can be optioned with a black two-tone finish on the Koba and GR Sport.
The 2026 Toyota C-HR has a digital instrument cluster, as well as a 12.3-inch touchscreen multimedia system across the line-up.
All versions receive dual-zone climate control, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear selector, as well as an electronic park brake.
A panoramic glass sunroof is optional on the Koba and GR Sport trims.
The 2026 Toyota C-HR GXL and Koba feature a 1.8-litre hybrid powertrain with a total system output of 103kW. Power is sent to the front wheels only.
The top-spec GR Sport, on the other hand, has a 2.0-litre hybrid powertrain with a total system output of 148kW. Power is sent through an all-wheel drive system.
The 2026 Toyota C-HR GXL comes standard with the following:
Stepping up to the Koba adds:
The flagship GR Sport has GR Sport brakes and badging, unique 19-inch alloy wheels, as well as two-tone suede and leather upholstery.
| Toyota C-HR Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption |
|---|---|---|---|
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Gr-Sport Hyb + 2 Tne Plus + Pr
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 2.0L Hybrid CVT AUTO |
Fuel Consumption:
4.1L/100km
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Gxl Hybrid
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 1.8L Hybrid CVT AUTO |
Fuel Consumption:
4.0L/100km
|
The 2026 Toyota C-HR GXL and Koba have 388L of boot space with the rear seats upright.
The top-spec GR Sport offers 362L due to the electric motor on the rear axle.
Toyota doesn’t list boot capacity figures with the rear seats folded.
Mobility scooters don’t just take up volume, they can also be rather odd shapes. So the actual luggage capacity in litres is not going to give you the full answer here. Instead it comes down to whether the physical shape of the Volvo’s luggage area will work for you.
There’s really only one way to find out. And that’s to take your scooter and actually see if it will fit in the Volvo, allowing for the action of the lift and its mechanisms. You need to check things like the loading lip height and whether the Volvo’s roof is high enough to take the scooter without having to partly disassemble it before each trip. Make sure the rear door closes properly, too, without anything trying to poke through the rear window.
On the surface, there’s not much in it. The current model C-HR has 388 litres of luggage space, the Volvo CX40 410 litres. But, again, given the odd shape of a scooter and its lifting mechanism, the difference might be much greater than that in practice.
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The default purchase for somebody looking for a mid-sized hybrid SUV is the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid. But if that’s too big, there’s the Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid, C-HR Hybrid and even the Corolla Cross Hybrid which sounds like the marketplace is getting crowded but is really just a reflection of the appetite right now for cars like these. And that’s the catch; the waiting times for a brand-new example of some of these cars is out to many months and even years. So your plan to shop second-hand makes plenty of sense, but don’t expect any bargains in a market currently being dominated by lots of demand and less supply.
Beyond the Toyota brand (which has been doing hybrids longer than just about anybody else) there’s also the Mazda CX-30, Subaru XV Hybrid, Haval Jolion Hybrid, Kia Niro, Subaru Forester Hybrid, Nissan Qashqai e-Power, MG HS, Honda HR-V e and more. For something a bit bigger, try the Kia Sorento or Hyundai Santa Fe hybrids. There are others out there, too, that are probably bigger or more expensive than you need, but it's very much a growing scene in the Australian marketplace.
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You don't need to spend $30,000 to get a great small car to run around town in. A Suzuki Swift GL Navigator from $17,690 plus on-road costs ($1000 more for the auto) makes for an excellent choice, with a surprisingly roomy interior, a refined, frugal and lively engine, great handling and superb reliability. Great value for money, in other words.
Moving on from there, to the next size up and in our order of preference, are the Mazda 3, Ford Focus Active, Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Corolla Hatch, Honda Civic (turbo only) and Subaru Impreza. All are quality small cars that should fit the bill perfectly.
There's also merit in considering a small SUV, chiefly because their higher roofline and loftier seating positions make them easier to get in and out as well as see out of. Our value pick is the Kia Seltos S with Safety Pack. The Mazda CX-30 and Toyota C-HR are also high-quality and refined choices, though they're right at the cusp of your budget so you may have to search for a discounted demo model. Going small SUV does mean extra outlay, but they do generally offer better resale value, as their popularity seems endless.
As you can see, there's lots of choice, so take your time, drive the ones you like the look of, and see which feels best. Out of scores of alternatives, these 10 are our top recommendations at under $30K.
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The 2026 Toyota C-HR has five seats as standard.
The entry-level GXL trim has fabric upholstery, the Koba trim has two-tone fabric and suede upholstery and the GR Sport has two-tone suede and leather upholstery.
The driver’s seat has electric adjustment on the Koba and GR Sport trims, plus both front seats are heated.
The rear seats fold in a 60/40 configuration across the line-up.
The 2026 Toyota C-HR line-up doesn’t have official 0-100km/h sprint time figures.
The GXL and Koba would likely take around 10 seconds to get to 100km/h, whereas the more powerful GR Sport would likely do the sprint in under 10 seconds.
Top speed across the line-up is 170km/h.
The 2026 Toyota C-HR GXL and Koba are claimed to consume 4.0L/100km on the combined cycle. They have a 43L fuel tank, allowing for a theoretical range of up to 1075km.
The C-HR GR Sport, on the other hand, is claimed to consume 4.1L/100km on the combined cycle. It has a 43L fuel tank, allowing for a theoretical range of up to 1048km.
All C-HR variants require 91 RON regular unleaded petrol.