Just got a black 2020 CHR. Yes it’s not very powerful, but I love it. The smoothness in how it drives and the interior makes driving around so much more comfortable. It’s very pleasant all around. And the look is unique enough where you don’t just blend in with every other car out there, but not so funky that it looks...ugly. Great car. Love it.

Yes I bought one 3 weeks ago and the more I drive it the more I like it. Toyota has $4,100 off of the 2020!

I'd probably buy it just for the looks alone.

If joe designed a car, I can imagine the amount of twinky storage space.

I have been waiting for this review of CHR. Im one of the requester. Thanks for getting it done. As always... GREAT UNBIASED REVIEW !!!! Goods make sense and Zonks make sense. More views, subscribers n power to this channel !!!

Joe, like you I enjoy everything automotive. Out of all the reviewers you are by far the best. Keep up the awesome and most importantly educational reviews!

Nice Car! Owning this car is gonna keep you out of the Court Room for a Speeding Ticket!

I LOVE the blue inside the car! It looks so cool, pun not intended. Blue and orange are complimentary colours on the colour wheel so that is absolutely brilliant and make each colour pop. That's just my humble opinion. I love your videos! :)

I like your show Joe. Good to see you online after so many years.

The C-HR for America needs the 2.0L hybrid power train like they have in Europe. It's way faster and gets better MPG.

All that gloss black will drive me crazy! Lol. Nicely put together video/review of the CHR. Thanks man! Keep them coming! 😁

First the Corolla hatchback, now this, Toyota making great looking cars with no HP

Something about the way you do it; love your reviews!

When an auto is severely underpowered it actually defeats the goal of high gas mileage in the long term as the engine constantly has to work harder just to keep moving.

I have a 2019 C-HR XLE and love it! It is my daily driver. It does have different driving modes: Normal, Eco & Sport but they are hidden in the menu screen. Real missed opportunity to not have a "Sport" button by the gear shift. We got the car for the great driving position and the incredible safety features. The XLE is packed with safety features found on much more expensive vehicles and it comes complete with 10 airbags! The chief engineer is actually a race car driver and the handling was fine-tuned on the Nurburgring in Germany so it handles around turns very well hence the G-monitor. You get the impression the designers wanted to do much more with this car but had to scale it back to reach those MPG numbers. Toyota does offer, right from the dealer, high-performance TRD parts for this car which I got and installed. I have the TRD Air Intake Kit for more horsepower and torque and the TRD High-Performance Lowering Springs for even better handling. I can tell you I no longer get 30 MPGs but the car accelerates much faster now especially in Sport more and this is all bundled with that legendary Toyota quality. Where I am at we have what is called "Toyota Care" so for the next 3 years I do not have to pay anything for any oil changes or other routine maintenance costs. I do have to pay to have the disc pads replaced but it is an incredible value. My family and I are definitely glad we got this car.

"Hard as s stale blueberry." Hilarious. Thanks for this review! It's going to give me the kick start to purchase it!

“Guy crawling just passed us” lol

Got mine last February and I love it!!! Mine is black with the blue trim inside. I love it!

I used to own highlander sports for 12 years and trade with C-HR and I’m loving my car and it’s been six month now. I don’t need fast car.

I just got this car in silver & the hp does not matter to me whatsoever because it is an suv so it’s not like I’m gonna be flooring it on the highway trying to race a mustang or charger. It’s a nice comfortable car & it looks great

I like the passion in how you talk about the car lines.. lol. And your "zonk" ... Reliable

I totally agree with you about the interior blue. I asked the same question when I saw the blue.

I’ve been waiting for this review!

Thank you for the content! I am really considering one of these. Time to upgrade from my little scion xd.

Ive had my Hybrid CH-R since Feb. and just love it. Its a dream to drive. I dont need speed at 72yrs. Thank you Toyota.

“It’s hard as a stale blueberry” I had to pause the video 😂😂😂 I love this guy.

Hey Joe. Man that interior with the blue is rough! What were they thinking? lol. Also, I don’t believe you mentioned if power seats in this trim or manual (or I missed it). Also, I know I can always look it up, but actual cargo/truck space numbers would be appreciated. I’ve watched countless reviews from you and it seems like something you omit often. So love the vids though. I’m not in the marker right now as just got an explore but just enjoy watching your car reviews.

Best reviews. It’s like watching a high school buddy doing a car review.

Thank you for listening to our requests 🙏🏼

0-60: 11 sec Mpg: 33 highway ZONK!

Just waiting for mine to be delivered! All his complaints are a non issue for me. Love it..

Add a turbo or a higher hp engine and I'd be all over this. Though damn, love the design of CHR. In the end , like you and some here have mentioned the Seltos is the one to go with.

So far, I’m loving my 2020 CH-R XLE. Doesn’t have a lot of take off power but it keeps up and smooth.

Just test drove this car today and it's a lot better in person than it looks. Honestly, not bad at all. Fun fact: this was originally projected as another Toyota Scion model (hence the spacious approach, small engine, modern look) but when the big shots decided they would no longer manufacture scions going forward they opted on keeping the model w/in Toyota family. Also, it has 10 air bags, most vehicles we've seen as we car shopped had 6-8 air bags. Toyota Yaris has a 2021 crossover model (that seems similar) coming soon.

I'd like to see it with awd and a real transmission.

Ive seen some of these with wheels and full kits. They look decent from the start, but dressed up this is one fine machine.

Bought one for my daughter.... she loves it❤️

I bought one of the first 2020 Toyota chr in the usa in lava. I had seen the European videos and fell in love! The dealer called all over looking for it and said that only one was sent to the US and it was in Montana. The inside is all black without the blue. I had test drove the chr that they had on the lot and really didn't care for it and hated the blue. But mine is totally different in the way it drives and thankfully didn't have that blue in it. My little lava chr gets tons of compliments and looks. I love it!!

I would love an si manual version like the civic. A 6-speed stick with the same engine as the civic si would be awesome. I know they will never build it, but that would be a sweet spot for me.

Nicely break down, I sub👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿😌

Watching this to see if this would be a good car for me (upgrading from a 1998 buick lesabre) and every video I see I fall more in love with it 🤩🤩🤩

I’m so glad I bought my 2018 chr at 19 and I’m still so happy to have it! I don’t know about that 0-60 mine just doesn’t feel that slow

Although it's missing a sunroof I'll always give Toyota a thumbs up 👍their reliability is unmatched I'm in South Florida I still see the boxy Toyota Corollas on the road.

Lemme start off by saying I love your reviews. They’re suuuuper detailed and thorough. A few glaring mistakes in this one I noticed tho. The C-HR came out in early 2017 for the 2018 model year here in the states. The wheels are not all new for 2020, they’re the same wheels they’ve had since 2018. The LE and Limited get some new rims for 2020 tho. Also, the part of the front where you said should have fog lights...it does on the Limited. Also, you mentioned that there are no drive modes, but there absolutely are. There is Eco, Normal and Sport. They’re selectable in the 4.2” MID.

The CH-R is a really cool looking car! I agree for sure when you say everything should be colour coded. What would really set the tone would be a panoramic sunroof with the 2 tone look and a bigger displacement engine. Maybe a 2.5L with AWD. Other than that I’m really digging the looks

Just bought one for the wife 2 weeks ago. Really nice car and she averages 33 mpg.

Great review!😁

Joe, keep zonking the pop rods. We're in 2020, where's the hydraulic rod? Great review. 🤓🖖

Yeah I love the contrast of that blue interior trim.

I was thinking about getting it, but that lack of power is killing me.

I am driving a 1.8cc 2019 model in malaysia..metalic blue with a black top...usd37500 on the road... high import tax... the looks itself is so satisfying... just love the compactness and the mysterious feel...the sound system is immaculate...is a great car with the Toyota TNGA...

I have a 2019 and all I can see that's really different in the 2020 is that it appears they took away the option for fog lights and swapped the halogen headlights for LED's. I personally don't have and don't really need fogs but for those that do it looks like they are SOL. I guess they thought the redesign of the front fascia was more important. As far as LED headlights go the first thing I did was replace those sickly halogen lamps with some high quality LED units. Since the housings were already the projector type the aftermarket LED's work perfectly. As an added bonus Toyota put the lamps in a very easy to reach location so it only took about 15 minutes to swap them out.

We just got the 2018 model. 8000 miles. Traded in a 2013 Hyundai Elantra 2Dr coupe, 98,000 miles. Seems to be the same styling as the 2020, saved $8000 over a new one and SHE loves it!

Nice and fuel efficiency car but 2018 model has problem with under side mirrors chr logo projection, mine got distorted after 2 years and read many complaints. Hope they resolved it.

Love this vehicle. However XLE is the middle trim. if you had a Limited you would have gotten some of the features you were looking for like integrated fog lights and blacked out headlights. Also the blue interior is amazing on the right color exterior. idk why someone would put the blue in the orange. Glad to see you talking positive about the CHR tho. No one in NY wants one cause they're FWD. I have like 1 on my lot!!! 🤣🤣 Keep up the vids!!!!

I got an awd one in Australia and its awesome. I love my baby space shuttle 😊

Should be a crime to look that fast but actually be that slow.

what is the brand/model of the watch you are wearing? looks really nice.

I actually bought one of these when they came out because i just liked the look of it. Was quickly disappointed when i went for a grocery run. Not a lot of cargo space and had to put some in the back seats. 2 months later, i traded it for a type R. Im sure im the first in the US to trade a CHR because they had no data to give me a number on my trade lol

Another quirky looking ute joins the group. This is for those who are never in a hurry to get somewhere. Good job Joe! 👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸

There's got to be some aftermarket engine bolt on's to give it a little extra power or maybe a tune to free up a few more horses

I’ve had one for about 6 months. I use the sport mode while manual shifting when I feel the need for speed.

Love the styling.......nice and refreshed. Thanks for bringing this one to us Joe!!!🙌🙌

I know it’s low in power, but does it reach 75 mph ? For me that’s all I need commuting from point A to point B. Asking since majority of my commuting would be on a highway

"I can ride a skateboard faster than 0-60 11 seconds..." 😂

Please do more of the subcompact SUV reviews, I would especially like one for the BMW i3.

I hate cup holders next to the gear knob. My Auris has them at the side air vents which I love. As a bonus ur coffee stays warm or cold depending on the time of year.

The CHR has been around since 2016? This is the first I’ve heard of it. Thanks Joe for the Enlightenment! Though I wouldn't get one, since the 31 MPG doesn't make up for the 11 sec 0-60 time. My Merc C300 gets 34 MPG and 0-60 in 5.4 sec.

Great review. I have the car and its pretty cool.

I like a lot about these cars except for all the silly blue on the interior. I guess if I were to get one, I'd either try to buy a blue one or cover as much of the blue interior up as possible. I think I'd rather have a used older Scion.

I’m a resident of Maui and I have the Blizzard White 2019 CHR LE. From Kihei home to work in Kahului to gym and to home, for one week, my car is still running above half tank. That’s $20 for a week and a half. I’m satisfied, I’ve seen the updates, I’m good.

Imagine this car with a Turbo and a standard transmission. Or at the very least a real automatic transmission and not a CVT.

I just realised even the highest trim CHR sold in North America is not as highly equipped as the ones sold over here in Europe. Not sure why...for example we get proper full Adaptive LED with projector, the rear also gets full dynamic indicators that moves like in Audi models and brake lights are also full LEDs as well. Also Europe version CHR makes 185 bhp. Apple CarPlay and Andriod Auto are also standard.

I just purchased a Corrolla, but this one has recently caught my eye. Looks a lot more spacious than the Corrolla! I lowkey wanna know how it feels to drive.

There is different drive modes. The way to change it is using the sterring wheel display

13:59 - Guy crawling just passed me...LMAO

hello Joe, do you mind tell me how tall are you? I just want to imagine the space. Thanks.

I saw one this morning in all black parked near my house. It looked like a mini spaceship with tinted windows. If they had a hybrid version that got over 50 MOG, I might be interested. The fuel economy numbers of the current model kills the practicality of the vehicle. With such slow acceleration you should demand better fuel economy. It seems very heavy for the amount of interior space you get. The Kia Seltos seems like a better choice. A Hyundai Venue gets way better MPG.

Another great review. I really wanted to like the CHR. But, the horrible acceleration and the back styling is just too much. And, I have to agree with you. That blue interior trim looks awful. Stacking tootsie rolls like logs? LOL. You are hysterical. Thanks again for your great reviews.

I have the 2019 CHR, one of the many "small" details missing, there are no auto locks. Since the year 2000, you get into your car, start the engine..doors lock. Not in this futuristic hatchback. Some might say, that's no big deal..but if you're been driving for almost 19yrs WITH that feature it is a problem. Another issue, I had to replace my windshield because of a crack I was gifted with on the highway. Anyway, insurance paid for the windshield, HOWEVER since there are 12028382 cameras on the car the windshield needs to be calibrated and of course, ONLY the dealership can do that. #Can'twin

The UK version comes with LED sequential taillights

My wife has a 2018 XLE Premium in blue and white that she bought new. Her first Toyota and probably her last. Nothing but trouble with the electrical system. There’s a parasitic leak somewhere that the dealership can’t find that drains the battery. Had to have it jumped around 7 or 8 times in the last year and a half. It doesn’t even have 5,000 miles on it and it’s on its second battery already. See how long this battery lasts before it dies.

We are pleased with our 2020 Limited. Looks great. Fuel is better than rating last fill up was 5.8L/100…in winter 6.8. Seats can handle a 5hr drive. Android Auto is great. Set the cruise and never worry about power, it can keep up with fast traffic so the drag strip number isn't relevant in most conditions. My criticism would be small interior space for the size of vehicle, hurky jurky cruise control and hard to clean all that angular plastic and concave body surfaces

By the way!! You do have different drive modes!!!

So I bought one of these in the XLE trim. It took me 3 months to figure out this thing had a sport mode. It’s in the settings under drive mode. The screen is kind of hidden because there’s no indication that the user is able to arrow down to pull up a second sub screen to get to drive mode. Totally found it by accident. Long story short, The CHR handles much better and is a lot more zippy.

The front looks like a stretched out version of the 2018 Toyota Rav4. Am I right?

Zonk those dang prop rods, Joe! They're a pain in the but when I present and demo these Tow-Yoders.

needs.....more...…..POWER!

I don’t like prop rods either Joe. Also, don’t worry about what you zonk. This is YOUR opinion, not anyone else’s so zonk them all you want man! Great work as always

Nice statement earlier about the prop rods. Here's my idea: if the prop rod is placed largely out of the way, as in this little C-HR, it's not an automatic zonk. The prop rods placed front and center are terrible, and also the ones a little off center. Zonk them every time. But on the C-HR, it is largely out of the way. And prop rods age infinitely better. Older cars always have failing gas struts that need to be replaced, and they aren't exactly cheap in some cases. And for folks who rarely get under the hood, it really doesn't matter. I've met tons of folks who don't even know what kind of engine they have under the hood, much less the size, much, much less the bore and stroke and specific hp/torque numbers.

You should review the 184hp model... all led

I really wanted one of these cars, I like the design but it's painfully slow and cvt's suck!

I just bought one of these and I have to say it’s not as of a lackluster driving experience as people are saying it’s very comfortable and the engine is responsive. It’s a four cylinder non turbo so I don’t understand why people think this is gonna be some kind of roadster. But honestly it drives extremely smooth I didn’t find the engine noise to be bad at all. Out of all of the crossover vehicles in this class this one looks the least like a budget, soccer mom mobile. It just has more of an edgy factor to it. This car definitely looks and feels way more expensive than what you’re gonna pay for it. It’s not everybody’s taste but it’s definitely unique and has a very futuristic look. If you were a fan of the scion lineup you’ll like this as well, was originally slotted to be a scion hence the strange name C-HR.

The orang edition I have has,fog lamps where he indicated they should be. The one to get is a 2.0 litre model.

nothing wrong with prop-rods, was working on my moms old beater monte carlo and its hood struts decided to give up and let the hood zonk me on the head while i was checking the oil

I bought my new CHR 2018 love the style but had a lot of problems with it a lot of manufacture defective parts rocker arm is one replaced, alternator replace had to pay for a new battery because the alternator drain the battery dead and there's a vibration that I could feel when you sitting in the seat on a passenger side and the steering wheel the car goes back into the shop this Thursday and hopefully we can find out what the problem is it's been an ongoing problem since 2018 when I bought the car

"a car on a bicycle just passed me, a guy crawling just passed me"..

I like the blue and orange color combo. Thunder Up!

The dash is actually two-tone (blueberry/ black). I actually like the blue accents, nice touch.

I think this video might have the highest zonk count yet. Imagine if Joe had zonked the hood prop rod as well ;)