Official Toyota C-HR U.S. Release Date and Design
More than just your average family hauler, the all-new Toyota C-HR compact crossover marries the flair of a coupe to the utility and performance of a crossover. A new production Toyota C-HR made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show this past week and promises unrivaled style, driving dynamics and handling. While this new debut is exciting, it leaves many car shoppers asking -- when will the Toyota C-HR arrive in the United States? Take a closer look at the official Toyota C-HR U.S. release date and design here at Toyota of Greensburg to see what the all-new compact crossover will add to the Toyota model lineup.When Will the Toyota C-HR Arrive in the United States?
Originally designed for the Scion brand, the C-HR crossover will be rebranded as a Toyota when it arrives in the United States. A direct competitor of the Nissan Juke and Honda HR-V, the Toyota C-HR will possess bold lines and a muscular stance that will shock and awe drivers. With a planned European release in the spring of 2017, you can expect to see the all-new Toyota C-HR crossover arrive at Toyota of Greensburg in the same timeframe.READ MORE: Review the 2017 Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro Release Date and Design
Official Toyota C-HR Design and Performance Specs
A muscular stance makes the Toyota C-HR stand out among compact crossover competitors and it features a head-turning style. Featuring a dynamic front-end design that is a more aggressive take on the revamped 2016 Toyota RAV4, the Toyota C-HR casts an imposing shadow on the compact crossover class. Pronounced front fenders are punctuated by sleek, wrap-around LED headlights and a large trapezoidal lower grille. What sets the Toyota C-HR apart from competitors is a floating roof line that transforms into a large fastback rear window design. With triangular rear LED taillights amplifying the rear end, the Toyota C-HR looks great as it passes the competition. Built on the same Toyota New Global Architecture platform as the redesigned 2016 Toyota Prius, the Toyota C-HR is expected to achieve class-leading driving dynamics. A long 171.1-inch foundation lends itself to incredible handling and is more than 8.7 inches longer than the Nissan Juke. Official performance specs for the new crossover have yet to be released for U.S. production models, though Toyota engineers have given us a good place to start. European editions will be powered by either a 122-horsepower 1.8-liter gas-hybrid powertrain or a turbocharged 1.2-liter four-cylinder engine. These engine options are paired with a six-speed manual and a continuously variable transmission. When the new crossover arrives in the United States in the spring of 2017, we anticipate a naturally-aspirated 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine under the hood married to a continuously variable transmission. Toyota engineers indicate that all Toyota C-HR editions will be available with all-wheel drive as well. When it comes to price, we expect the Toyota C-HR to start in a similar price range to the Toyota RAV4, which starts at $24,350.READ MORE: Will There Be a Toyota RAV4 TRD Pro Edition in the Future?
With a dynamic stance that is reminiscent of the 2016 Toyota RAV4 and the all-new 2016 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid, the Toyota C-HR crossover promises great things for the Toyota brand. Look for this muscular compact crossover to arrive in the spring of 2017. For more information on the official Toyota C-HR U.S. release date and design, stay tuned into the Toyota of Greensburg blog.