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Renault Rafale vs Toyota C-HR – Which one offers the better deal?

Everyday use, family trips or long-distance drives – here’s where the differences show.
Discover whether Renault Rafale or Toyota C-HR fits your lifestyle better.

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Toyota C-HR has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £, while the Renault Rafale costs 37500 £. That’s a price difference of around 8408 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Renault Rafale manages with 0.60 L and is therefore evident more efficient than the Toyota C-HR with 0.80 L. The difference is about 0.20 L per 100 km.

As for range, the Renault Rafale performs evident better – achieving up to 97 km, about 29 km more than the Toyota C-HR.

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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 Renault Rafale has a distinct edge – offering 300 HP compared to 223 HP. That’s roughly 77 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Renault Rafale is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.40 s, while the Toyota C-HR takes 7.40 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

There’s no difference in top speed – both reach 180 km/h.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Toyota C-HR is to a small extent lighter – 1505 kg compared to 1734 kg. The difference is around 229 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Renault Rafale offers evident more room – 627 L compared to 447 L. That’s a difference of about 180 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Renault Rafale performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1910 L, which is about 755 L more than the Toyota C-HR.

When it comes to payload, Renault Rafale barely noticeable takes the win – 444 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 19 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Renault Rafale proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Renault Rafale is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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Renault Rafale

  • Engine Type : Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 200 - 300 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 0.6 - 5 L
  • Electric Range : 97 km
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Renault Rafale

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The Renault Rafale dresses bold coupé-inspired lines around a practical crossover body, turning heads without trying too hard. Inside it serves up a comfortable, well-equipped cabin and engaging driving manners, making it a clever choice for buyers who want a bit of panache with their daily commute.

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Toyota C-HR

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The Toyota C-HR cuts a striking figure with its angular styling and coupe-like profile, so you’ll never go unnoticed in the supermarket car park. It balances everyday practicality with a nimble, city-friendly personality, making routine commutes feel a touch more fun without asking for forgiveness.

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Reviews Renault Rafale

Martin 4 Dec 2025, 08:40:43

As a Rafale owner, I'm happy with my choice. The car is spacious, feels luxurious, quiet, robust and very efficient at the same time. I also feel more “up to date” compared to the RAV4.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
37500 - 49500 £
Price
29100 - 42800 £
Consumption L/100km
0.6 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
97 km
Electric Range
68 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
14 - 109 g/km
co2
17 - 115 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1734 - 2025 kg
Curb weight
1505 - 1755 kg
Trunk capacity
539 - 627 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
4710 mm
Length
4362 mm
Width
1886 mm
Width
1832 mm
Height
1613 mm
Height
1558 - 1564 mm
Max trunk capacity
1826 - 1910 L
Max trunk capacity
1076 - 1155 L
Payload
415 - 444 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
200 - 300 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.4 - 8.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
175 - 180 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
147 - 221 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1199 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General
Model Year
2024 - 2025
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
Renault
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What drive types are available for the Renault Rafale?

The Renault Rafale is offered with All-Wheel Drive or Front-Wheel Drive.

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