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Honda HR-V vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (131 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (29,700 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda HR-V or Toyota C-HR?

Honda HR-V vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

Honda HR-V

4.3 (15 Reviews)
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  • barely lighter
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Toyota C-HR

4.9 (5 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • clearly more power
  • clearly more efficient
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • markedly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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Battle of the Compact SUVs: Honda HR-V vs. Toyota C-HR

The compact SUV segment continues to thrive with compelling contenders like the Honda HR-V and Toyota C-HR. Both models are esteemed for their efficiency, reliability, and modern design. Let’s explore the technical aspects and innovations that set these two vehicles apart.

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Engine Performance and Efficiency

Under the hood, the Honda HR-V is powered by a full hybrid engine with a power output of 130 HP and a torque of 253 Nm, ensuring a smooth and efficient drive. It boasts a commendable fuel consumption of 5.4 L/100km, contributing to its CO2 efficiency class D with emissions at 122 g/km.

Meanwhile, the Toyota C-HR provides more variety with its engine options, ranging from 140 HP to a more robust 223 HP. It includes both full hybrid and plug-in hybrid configurations, allowing for impressive fuel consumption figures as low as 0.8 L/100km in its plug-in hybrid model, and extends the electric range up to 68 km. The Toyota C-HR thus enjoys better CO2 efficiency classes of B and C, with emissions as low as 17 g/km.

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Acceleration and Speed

In terms of acceleration, the Honda HR-V takes 10.6 to 10.7 seconds to go from 0 to 100 km/h, while the Toyota C-HR offers a slightly quicker range, with models achieving 0 to 100 km/h in as little as 7.4 seconds. Maximum speed for the HR-V is 170 km/h, whereas the C-HR can reach up to 180 km/h, indicative of its performance-oriented hybrid solutions.

C-HR

Design and Dimensions

Both models share a similar body type as SUVs, each accommodating five passengers comfortably. The Honda HR-V measures 4340 mm in length and 1582 mm in height, delivering a sleek yet utilitarian appearance. On the other hand, the Toyota C-HR stretches slightly longer at 4362 mm, with heights between 1558 and 1564 mm, and a broader stance at 1832 mm in width.

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Interior Space and Cargo Capacity

Practicality is paramount in this segment, and both models deliver, albeit with notable differences. The Honda HR-V offers trunk capacities between 320 to 335 liters, adequate for essential cargo needs. The Toyota C-HR, however, provides more with trunk spaces ranging from 424 to 447 liters, depending on the variant, which could be crucial for those needing extra shipment capacity.

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Innovation and Technology

In terms of innovation, both SUVs feature an automatic CVT transmission complemented by advanced driving assist technologies typical of modern hybrids. The Honda HR-V keeps it simple with features oriented towards a smooth drive. The Toyota C-HR, with its plug-in hybrid option, offers more advanced hybrid-driven technology, catering to eco-conscious drivers looking for reduced emissions without compromising on performance.

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The Verdict

The choice between the Honda HR-V and Toyota C-HR largely depends on buyer priorities. The HR-V shines with its simplicity and balance of features at a promising entry point, ideal for those seeking straightforward efficiency. Meanwhile, the Toyota C-HR stands out with a wider array of options, particularly appealing to tech-savvy drivers interested in hybrid technology and additional performance.

Ultimately, both SUVs exhibit excellent choices in the compact category, ensuring the tradition of blending efficiency with the versatility demanded by today's lifestyles.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota C-HR is marginally cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Honda HR-V costs 29,700 £ . That’s a price difference of around 608 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is clearly more efficient than the Honda HR-V with 5.4 L/100km. The difference is about 3.1 L/100km.

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Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota C-HR offers clearly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 131 HP. That’s roughly 92 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Honda HR-V takes 10.6 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Honda HR-V is barely lighter – 1,452 kg compared to 1,505 kg. The difference is around 53 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers markedly more boot space – 447 L compared to 319 L. That’s a difference of about 128 L.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota C-HR carries barely more – 425 kg compared to 418 kg. That’s a difference of about 7 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £29,100
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Toyota C-HR

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 223 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range : 66 km
Honda HR-V
Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption

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Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V is the sensible compact crossover that blends roomy practicality with a composed, friendly drive, making it an easy pick for buyers who want everyday usability without fuss. It won’t thrill hardcore enthusiasts, but its clever packaging, comfortable cabin and low-key styling make life simpler — and that’s exactly the point.

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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR wraps efficient hybrid drivetrains in dramatic, European‑tuned styling and a noticeably upmarket cabin, delivering composed ride quality and easy city manners that suit style‑minded commuters and company drivers. Accept a tighter, dim rear seat, a fiddly high‑lip boot and occasional CVT grumble plus persistent warning chimes, and you get a very economical, confident little crossover that prizes individuality over outright practicality.

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Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,700 - 35,400 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
5.4 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
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Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
122 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,452 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
319 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
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Length
-
Width
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Width
1,832 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
418 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
131 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.6 - 10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
253 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
96 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Honda
Brand
Toyota
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