2026 Toyota C-HR: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2026 Toyota C-HR is an all-new model that returns to the U.S. as an electric-only compact SUV. Its headline change is the switch from the former gas-powered C-HR to a 338-hp, dual-motor EV with standard AWD.
About the 2026 Toyota C-HR
All-new U.S. battery-electric C-HR, first model year of the EV return.
Toyota positions the C-HR as its sharp-looking, sporty small EV: quicker and more style-forward than the larger bZ, but still sized for daily commuting and everyday errands. The draw is not maximum cargo room; it is standout design, standard AWD power, straightforward charging through a NACS port, and a tech-rich cabin in a compact footprint. It is the Toyota EV for drivers who want brisk acceleration and a more expressive look without moving up to a larger crossover.
The SE is the core model, pairing an EPA-estimated 287-mile range with heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, and a power liftgate. The XSE uses the same 338-hp AWD system but has a 273-mile range and a more upscale cabin with upgraded seat trim, driver-seat memory, and a surround-view camera. Both trims have a 14-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
What changed, by category
2026 Toyota C-HR specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Dual AC Electric Motors | Dual AC Electric Motors |
| Transmission | Single-Speed Fixed Gear | Single-Speed Fixed Gear |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Horsepower | 338 hp | 338 hp |
| Trunk/Cargo | 55 cu-ft | 55 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 32.2 in | 32.2 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Electric Range | 287 | 273 |
| MPGe Combined | 117 | 112 |
| Alarm System | ||
| Automatic High Beams | ||
| Blindspot Sensors | ||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||
| Park Assist | ||
| Rear View Camera | ||
| Alloy Wheels | ||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||
| Roof Rails | ||
| Premium Audio | ||
| Satellite Radio | ||
| Smartphone Interface | ||
| Subwoofer | ||
| Touch Screen Monitor | ||
| Dual Power Front Seats | ||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||
| Heated Front Seats | ||
| Heated Rear Seats | ||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||
| Power Driver Seat | ||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | ||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2026 Toyota C-HR electric?
Yes. Every 2026 Toyota C-HR is fully electric, with a 74.7-kWh battery, two electric motors, 338 combined hp, and standard AWD. There is no gas-powered 2026 C-HR in the U.S. lineup.
How far can the 2026 Toyota C-HR travel on a charge?
The 2026 C-HR SE has an EPA-estimated range of 287 miles, while the XSE is rated at 273 miles. Both use the same 74.7-kWh battery and 338-hp dual-motor AWD system.
What is the difference between the 2026 C-HR SE and XSE?
The XSE is the more upscale trim, not a more powerful one. Both have the same 338-hp AWD system and 14-inch touchscreen, but the XSE adds upgraded seat trim, an eight-way power front-passenger seat, driver-seat memory, and a surround-view camera; the SE has the longer range rating.
Does the 2026 Toyota C-HR have a NACS charging port?
Yes. Every 2026 C-HR has a NACS charge port, an 11-kW onboard charger for AC charging, and DC fast-charging capability.
Is the 2026 Toyota C-HR a redesign or a minor update?
The 2026 C-HR is a full redesign and a reset for the name in the U.S. It returns with a new EV platform, electric-only power, a new body, and a new cabin rather than updating the former gas model.