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Subaru Crosstrek vs Toyota C-HR comparison

Compare performance (136 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (29,800 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Crosstrek or Toyota C-HR?

Subaru Crosstrek vs Toyota C-HR: Key differences

Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Toyota C-HR

4.9 (6 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • substantially more efficient
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • visibly 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

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

Crosstrek

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 only slightly cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Subaru Crosstrek costs 29,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 686 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Toyota C-HR uses 2.3 L/100km and is substantially more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.4 L/100km.

C-HR

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota C-HR offers visibly more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 87 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

Crosstrek

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, Toyota C-HR is only slightly lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers visibly more boot space – 447 L compared to 315 L. That’s a difference of about 132 L.

When it comes to payload, the Subaru Crosstrek carries a bit more – 505 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Toyota C-HR is far ahead overall 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
C-HR

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
Subaru Crosstrek
Toyota C-HR

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Subaru Crosstrek

The Subaru Crosstrek is a compact, go-anywhere crossover that blends rugged good looks with Subaru's familiar all-wheel-drive confidence, so it feels equally at home on backroads and in the supermarket car park. It delivers practical, reliable transport with a comfy ride and sensible features — not the flashiest cabin, but great for buyers who prefer substance over sparkle.

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Toyota C-HR

The Toyota C-HR is a bold, coupe-styled crossover that grabs attention with angular lines and a modern interior design. It’s aimed at comfortable urban driving and sensible efficiency, offering practical features and distinctive looks rather than rugged off-road ability.

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Subaru Crosstrek
Toyota C-HR

Costs and Consumption

Price
29,800 - 34,900 £
Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
Consumption L/100km
7.7 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
66 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
174 g/km
co2
52 - 116 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,595 - 1,628 kg
Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
Trunk capacity
315 L
Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
Length
4,495 mm
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,832 mm
Height
1,600 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,297 - 1,314 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
472 - 505 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
140 - 223 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
198 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
182 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
103 - 164 kW
Engine capacity
1,995 cm3
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Toyota
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