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Toyota C-HR vs Subaru Crosstrek comparison

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

Toyota C-HR vs Subaru Crosstrek: Key differences

Toyota C-HR

4.8 (2 Reviews)
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  • barely cheaper
  • markedly more power
  • considerably more efficient
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • marginally lighter
  • markedly more trunk space

Subaru Crosstrek

4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

C-HR

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 barely 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 considerably more efficient than the Subaru Crosstrek with 7.7 L/100km. The difference is about 5.4 L/100km.

Crosstrek

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 markedly 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 significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Subaru Crosstrek takes 10.8 s. That’s about 3.4 s quicker.

C-HR

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 terms of curb weight, Toyota C-HR is marginally lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,595 kg. The difference is around 90 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Toyota C-HR offers markedly 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 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
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
Toyota C-HR
Subaru Crosstrek

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Toyota C-HR

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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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
Subaru Crosstrek

Costs and Consumption

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

Dimensions and Body

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

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2,026
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
F
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Subaru
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