Toyota has pulled the covers off the redesigned 2020 C-HR compact crossover at Plano, Texas, giving us a sneak peek at the new ride before its public unveiling today. The car is the same style-oriented compact it’s been since we drove it in 2018, but now has a revised front end and more features.
New additions include Android Auto, a near-first for Toyota, that's eschewed smartphone integration for some time. Toyota is no longer steering users towards their own in-house app, which is marginally functional at best, and now integrates both Apple CarPlay (as of last year) and Android Auto (as of now). For the intended market of the C-HR, that’s a big step forward, as a lack of smartphone integration was big downer for the car.
Other additions to the 2020 C-HR include adaptive front lighting, a power-adjustable driver’s seat, and three new exterior color options. The two-tone roof remains a hallmark of the C-HR, with a new Silver R-Code option for a brighter finish to set it off further.
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Standard equipment on the new C-HR includes Toyota’s full suite of Safety Sense systems, which itself includes a pre-collision system, pedestrian detection, lane departure alert and assist, automatic high-beams, and adaptive cruise control.
Design changes for the Toyota C-HR include a redesigned front fascia with a less utility-style and more sleek car-like look. The bumper, grille, and lower spoiler were redesigned for a smoother, more sleek look. LED headlamps are now standard on the C-HR at all trim levels. A new 17-inch alloy wheel design is offered as an option, while a new 18-inch alloy wheel design for the top-end Limited grade has also been added.
In addition, the rear spoiler of the C-HR is now a bit thicker and more prominent, accenting the edgy design of the car. The rear door handles remain hidden in the rear pillar, and the rear bumper lift stays in place.
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Inside, Toyota also made changes to the C-HR to add more convenience for passengers. Seatback pockets, extending windshield visors, and more storage options were added to the XLE trim. The Limited trim now has a power 8-way adjustable driver’s seat.
The 2020 Toyota C-HR otherwise remains the same. Powertrain and drivetrain are unchanged and still front-wheel drive only. The 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine produces 144 horsepower (107 kW) at relatively high RPM (6,100) and sends that to a continuously variable transmission (CVT). Our experience with this setup in 2018 was less than enthusiastic. EPA estimates for fuel economy are 29 mpg (8.1 l/100km) combined.
You can get more of a look at the car, in the video below.
Source: Toyota