Toyota C-HR+ Hatchback

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Toyota is no stranger to 4x4s, SUVs and crossovers nowadays.

Of course, the likes of the Land Cruiser have been around for decades, along with the Hilux pick-up truck – and the RAV4 is over 30 years old.

But over the past decade, the number of other larger SUV-inspired family cars in the Japanese manufacturer’s line-up has exploded.

You will find the same in most rivals' fleets, too, with enhanced practicality and a higher driving position steadily putting traditional family hatchbacks and saloons in the shade.

The C-HR is one such example, first launched in 2016, refreshed in 2019, and then given a full redesign with the arrival of the second-generation model in 2023.

Now, there’s a new fully electric version: the C-HR+.

The name is misleading, though, as it’s much more than a C-HR with an electric motor instead of an engine.

In fact, the C-HR+ sits on entirely different underpinnings, so it’s arguably more comparable with the larger Toyota bZ4X (which shares its platform) than with the non-EV C-HR.

The bZ4X isn’t particularly engaging to drive, but it’s been popular thanks to Toyota’s dependability – it’s considered a safe brand to put your money into.

So, is the C-HR+ a more enjoyable car to drive? We got our hands on one to find out.