Toyota C-HR
The 2022 Toyota C-HR offers distinctive style and good fuel economy, but a potential **CVT transmission failure** is a significant concern for used car buyers.
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2022 modelSpecifications by model year
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Fuel economy
EPA-rated city, highway, and combined economy by year.
Engine, transmission & drivetrain
Powertrain specifications can vary between model years.
| Year | Body style | Cylinders | Displacement | Fuel type | Transmission | Drivetrain | Horsepower | Torque | Engine configuration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | crossover | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2021 | crossover | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2020 | crossover | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | — |
| 2019 | suv | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) | 4x2 | 144 hp | 139 lb-ft | Inline-4 |
| 2018 | sedan | 4 | 2.0 | Regular | Automatic | FWD/Front-Wheel Drive | — | — | In-Line |
Pricing & configuration
Original pricing and model configuration where available.
| Year | msrp | pricing | Base price | Note | Series | currency | Base MSRP | MSRP range | Confidence | notes | Source | estimatedAt | Trim |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | — | Base price: $21,595, Note: Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | $21,595 | Bluetooth, Satellite Radio, Auxiliary Audio Input, MP3 Player | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | — | Base price: $21,295, Series: ZGX10L | $21,295 | — | ZGX10L | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | currency: USD, Base MSRP: $20,995, MSRP range: $20,995 - $26,200, Confidence: 0.9, notes: Base MSRP for LE trim, range includes Limited trim., Source: llm_estimate, estimatedAt: 5/3/2026 | Trim: LE/XLE/Limited | — | — | — | USD | $20,995 | $20,995 - $26,200 | 0.9 | Base MSRP for LE trim, range includes Limited trim. | llm_estimate | 5/3/2026 | LE/XLE/Limited |
| 2018 | — | Base price: $22,500, Series: ZGX10L, Trim: XLE/XLE Premium | $22,500 | — | ZGX10L | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | XLE/XLE Premium |
Space, dimensions & utility
Seating, cargo, and physical configuration by model year.
| Year | Seats | Doors | Cargo (L) | Cargo (cu ft) | Keyless ignition | Seat rows | mechanical | Steering location | Axles | Wheels | Wheelbase | Valvetrain | Entertainment system | GVWR | Brakes | Front wheel | Rear wheel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 5 | — | — | — | Standard | 2 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2021 | 5 | — | — | — | — | 2 | Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 103.9 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 103.9 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2020 | 5 | — | — | — | — | 2 | Valvetrain: Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 103.9 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 103.9 | Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) | — | — | — | — | — |
| 2019 | 5 | 4 | 377 | 13.3 | — | 2 | GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 103.9 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 103.9 | — | CD + Stereo | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | — | — | — |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | — | — | — | 2 | Valvetrain: Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC), Brakes: Calipers / Front Vented Discs, GVWR: Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg), Axles: 2, Wheels: 4, Wheelbase: 103.9, Front wheel: 18, Rear wheel: 18 | Left-Hand Drive (LHD) | 2 | 4 | 103.9 | Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC) | — | Class 1C: 4,001 - 5,000 lb (1,814 - 2,268 kg) | Calipers / Front Vented Discs | 18 | 18 |
Safety ratings & driver assistance
NHTSA safety ratings and listed driver-assistance availability.
| Year | Overall rating | Frontal crash | Side crash | Rollover | Rated vehicle | abs | esc | tractionControl | tpms | adaptiveCruiseControl | autoBrake | forwardCollisionWarning | pedestrianAeb | blindSpotMonitoring | laneDepartureWarning | rearCamera | rearCrossTrafficAlert | adaptiveDrivingBeam | autoReverseSystem |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2022 Toyota C-HR 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard |
| 2021 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2021 Toyota C-HR 5 HB FWD Later Release | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard |
| 2020 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2020 Toyota C-HR 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard |
| 2019 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 2019 Toyota C-HR 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | — | standard |
| 2018 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2018 Toyota C-HR 5 HB FWD | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | standard | — | standard | standard | — | standard | standard |
Technology & electrification
Listed infotainment, equipment, battery, and charging data.
Model year reports
2022
NewestThe 2022 Toyota C-HR offers distinctive style and good fuel economy, but a potential **CVT transmission failure** is a significant concern for used car buyers.
2021
Approach with caution: **Powertrain** issues, particularly transmission failures, are a well-known chronic problem that makes this a high-risk used purchase.
2020
The 2020 Toyota C-HR offers strong safety scores and distinctive styling but is hampered by a below-average reliability verdict, primarily due to documented **CVT transmission** failures.
2019
The 2019 Toyota C-HR offers average reliability, but potential buyers must be aware of significant concerns with its CVT transmission, which is the primary mechanical issue.
2018
Approach the 2018 Toyota C-HR with caution.
Scores are derived from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints, normalized by vehicle segment averages.
What are the best years for the Toyota C-HR?
Carfocal currently has 5 published C-HR reports, covering 2018 through 2022. Compare the year-specific reports directly to see how reliability, recalls, ownership costs, and value change over time. The newest published verdict says: The 2022 Toyota C-HR offers distinctive style and good fuel economy, but a potential **CVT transmission failure** is a significant concern for used car buyers.
Published year coverage: 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022.
Is the Toyota C-HR reliable?
There is no single reliability answer for every Toyota C-HR. Carfocal's published year reports show why the model year matters, with verdicts that include the 2022 toyota c-hr offers distinctive style and good fuel economy, but a potential **cvt transmission failure** is a significant concern for used car buyers. and the 2022 toyota c-hr can offer good value due to its style and fuel economy, but the potential for a **cvt transmission replacement** (costing $5,000-$10,000) significantly impacts its long-term ownership cost. Compare the report for the year you are considering before you make a decision.
5 published year-specific reports are available for comparison.
What are common problems with the Toyota C-HR?
Across Carfocal's published C-HR guides, recurring problem areas include CVT Transmission, Brake Pads and Rotors, and Engine Air Filter. The exact risk depends on the model year, so open the report for the vehicle you are evaluating to see which issues, recalls, and repair concerns apply.
Common problem areas found in published repair predictions: CVT Transmission, Brake Pads and Rotors, and Engine Air Filter.
Supporting data
- Published guides
- 5
- Years tracked
- 5
- Data sources
- NHTSA, EPA, owner complaints