SUV · 2016–2024

ToyotaC-HR

Coupe-ish hybrid crossover with strong reliability reputation. Rear visibility is the trade-off for the styling.

Best for: Hybrid crossover buyers who prioritise reliability.

Indicative running costs ~£1,860–£2,722 / year

Power: 122 hp
Economy: 55–65 mpg
Fuel: Hybrid
Boot: 430–620 litres
0–60: 8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group: Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

Engine oil

Hybrid-specific 0W-16 / 0W-20 is common on Toyotas/Hondas — handbook only

Oil capacity

Typically ~3.5–4.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Toyota C-HR at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£1,860–£2,722 / year

Cost	Indicative yearly figure
Fuel	~£811/yr @ 65 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax	~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance	£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing	~£220–£380 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)	~£140–£300 averaged over a set

· Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
· Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
· Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Custom running-costs calculator →Journey fuel cost →Road tax estimator →

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

5 listed

Variant	Engine	Power	Economy	Road tax
Icon / Design 1.8 Hybrid Core hybrids. 1.8 Hybrid · 55–65 mpg	1.8 Hybrid	122 hp	55–65 mpg	~£195*
Excel / Dynamic Higher kit / stronger hybrid. 1.8 / 2.0 Hybrid · 50–65 mpg	1.8 / 2.0 Hybrid	122–184 hp	50–65 mpg	~£195*
GR Sport Sportier chassis and looks. 2.0 Hybrid · 50–60 mpg	2.0 Hybrid	184 hp	50–60 mpg	~£195*
Orange Edition / specials Colour packs. 1.8 Hybrid · 55–65 mpg	1.8 Hybrid	122 hp	55–65 mpg	~£195*
C-HR PHEV Later plug-in — confirm charging kit. 2.0 PHEV · Variable	2.0 PHEV	220 hp	Variable	~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.8 litre

Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic

DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide

ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook

InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power

Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK

CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry

Tyre sizeCommonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressureOften ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

OilHybrid-specific 0W-16 / 0W-20 is common on Toyotas/Hondas — handbook only

Oil capacityTypically ~3.5–4.5 litres

ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used C-HR

1Hybrid health readout
2Check rear visibility / sensors
3GR Sport suspension wear

· Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
· Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
· Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

12V battery failures
Blind-spot sensor faults
Rear brake corrosion from regen

Toyota C-HR FAQs

Is a used Toyota C-HR expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£1,860–£2,722 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Toyota C-HR need?

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Toyota C-HR take?

Hybrid-specific 0W-16 / 0W-20 is common on Toyotas/Hondas — handbook only. Capacity is Typically ~3.5–4.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Toyota C-HR problems?

Buyers most often watch for: 12V battery failures; Blind-spot sensor faults. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Toyota C-HR ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Toyota manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

Toyota owner manuals ↗

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN