Toyota has introduced the 2026 C-HR as a fully electric compact SUV, marking its return to the U.S. market as a battery electric vehicle (BEV). The vehicle will be offered in SE and XSE grades and is built on Toyota’s dedicated e-TNGA BEV platform. The C-HR features a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 74.7 kWh and a manufacturer-estimated range of up to 290 miles on a full charge, depending on conditions.
Standard all-wheel drive is achieved through electric motors located on both the front and rear eAxles, delivering a combined system output of 338 horsepower. Toyota estimates the C-HR can accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour in approximately five seconds. The battery can be charged using an 11-kW onboard AC charger or via DC fast charging through a North American Charging System (NACS) port. Under ideal conditions, a DC fast charger can bring the battery from 10 to 80 percent charge in about 30 minutes. A battery pre-conditioning system is included to optimize charging performance, particularly in cold weather.
The C-HR provides 25.4 cubic feet of cargo space behind the rear seats and includes a 60/40 split-folding rear seat for added flexibility. Exterior features include a coupe-like profile, low-profile roof rails, power liftgate, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and 18- or 20-inch wheels depending on trim level. Interior options vary by grade and include fabric, SofTex-trimmed, or synthetic suede seats. Ambient lighting and a panoramic glass roof are also available.
Technology features include a 14-inch touchscreen with Toyota’s Audio Multimedia system, a digital instrument cluster, dual wireless smartphone chargers, and USB Type-C ports. Both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are supported wirelessly. A Wi-Fi hotspot trial is included, and the system supports streaming through services like Apple Music and Amazon Music. Remote vehicle management and charging controls are available through the Toyota App, which includes a three-year Remote Connect trial.
The C-HR is equipped with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, which includes features such as Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams, and Proactive Driving Assist. Additional standard safety features include a Blind Spot Monitor, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Safe Exit Alert, and the Star Safety System.
Battery safety features include redundant monitoring of key metrics such as voltage and temperature, along with a high-resistance coolant circulation system designed to prevent overheating. The battery and electric components are covered by an 8-year/100,000-mile warranty, while the vehicle includes a standard 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty. ToyotaCare provides scheduled maintenance for two years or 25,000 miles and roadside assistance for three years.
The 2026 Toyota C-HR BEV is expected to arrive at U.S. dealerships in 2026.
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