Toyota has resurrected the C-HR in an all-electric avatar. The compact electric crossover looks stylish and fun-to-drive. It shares its mechanicals with the refreshed bZ, which means a 74.7 kWh battery that can deliver up to 287 miles of EPA range and 10-80% fast-charging time of about 30 minutes. It also gets a Tesla-style North American Charging Standard (NACS) port right from the factory, opening up access to tens of thousands of Superchargers across the country.
At a starting price of $37,000, the C-HR slots among a new crop of sub-$40,000 EVs in a market that's moving toward affordable options. However, its cabin is poorly appointed and the software experience has room for improvement. The infotainment screen still feels outdated and the gauge placement is odd. The rear seat could feel cramped for taller passengers, but I appreciated its compact dimensions in New York traffic.