Used 2021 Toyota C-HR Nightshade for sale 

The Toyota C-HR is offered in 4 trim levels: LE, XLE, Nightshade Edition (XLE based), and Limited. The entry-level 2021 Toyota C-HR is the LE 4dr SUV starting from $21,445 (MSRP). Add the $1,175 destination charge, and you are looking at $22,620. It comes with a 2.0-liter inline-4- 4 engine paired to a CVT box. Moving up the trim table, the XLE's price starts at $24,655, while the Limited costs $27,675 before any of the few options. (Prices include the destination charges).

Toyota's pricing puts the 2021 C-HR in a similar ballpark as the Honda HR-V, Hyundai Kona, and Chevrolet Trax. Though the 2021 C-HR costs more than Kona or Trax but the Toyota comes with a highly impressive level of standard equipment.  Every 2021 C-HR features an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system that includes Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, and Amazon Alexa compatibility, TSS 2.0 driver aids, LED daytime running lights, dual-zone automatic climate control, selectable driving modes, and a self-dimming rearview mirror. 

The 2021 Toyota C-HR options are limited to a few trims, including the XLE and Limited. The 2021 C-HR XLE and Limited are eligible for an audio upgrade that adds Bluetooth music streaming and HD/satellite radio. Also, the XLE offers a blue/black interior, while the Limited may be ordered with a brown/black interior upgrade. And the contrasting roof color option is applicable to the XLE and Limited trims.

The mid-level XLE trim which starts at $23,480, makes the most sense of three C-HR trims levels. It's not a big jump from the base LE trim, and for just almost $2000 extra, the 2021 C-HR XLE gets leather upholstery and noise reduction glass all around. 

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"Its four-cylinder engine is underpowered and slow to get up to speed, but the C-HR's 37-mpg result in our highway fuel economy testing is the payoff for your patience." - CarAndDriver

The sole engine for the 2021 Toyota C-HR is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder that puts out 144 hp and 139 pound-feet of torque. Mechanically, the 2021 C-HR is unchanged from the outgoing model. The C-HR's engine comes paired with a CVT that sends adequate power to the front wheels. No turbocharger or all-wheel-drive is insight. 

The 144 hp and 139 pound-feet of twist muster the C-HR from zero to 60 mph in 11 seconds, which is not much enthusiastic in the subcompact segment. It takes the Toyota C-HR 19 seconds for a quarter-mile run and reaches a top speed of 112 mph. The Hyundai Kona leads the comparison with 147 hp and 132 lb.-ft. of torque. The Honda HR-V takes in the third spot with 141 hp, followed by the Chevrolet Trax. However, the Trax generates the most amount of torque here.

Toyota offers the 2021 C-HR with Power-assisted brakes: ventilated front discs and solid rear discs. Though the lethargic acceleration time is because of C-HR's higher curb weight, the braking distance is equally mid-pack. The pedal feels connected and gives natural feedback, still the heavy C-HR post a 133 ft of stopping distance from 60 mph in panic braking situations.

The 2021 C-HR earns an EPA fuel economy ratings of 27 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. The CVT and 144 hp four-cylinder engine put the Toyota C-HR on a silver lining in terms of fuel efficiency in front of rivals. Irrespective of the C-HR's trim, the mileage ratings remain the same. With 13.2 gallons of fuel tank capacity, the highway range of the 2021 C-HR is close to 410 miles. 

Confused about the type of fuel, the 2021 Toyota C-HR simply runs on regular unleaded gas. Among the competitors, the C-HR slots in the bottom half of the segment. This Toyota's subcompact crossover offers a combined efficiency of 29 mpg, ranking below the Honda HR-V and the Hyundai Kona but is slightly better than the Chevy Trax.

"The interior design is less eye-catching than the outside of the C-HR, but that’s no bad thing." - KBB.com

The interior of the five-seater 2021 CH-R, boasts the typical Toyota quality and a unique design. The base $21,445 C-HR's cabin offers a unique styling inside with diamond patterns on the door and dashboard surfaces. The quality of materials is upscale but there are some hard plastics on the center console. However, new interior color options help brighten otherwise bland gray hues. 

The roominess inside the Toyota C-HR is impressive. The front row has plenty of space that can easily accommodate even the tall passengers. Average-sized adults should have enough space in the back.  The front legroom measures a generous 43.5 inches, but rear-seat passengers are forced to find comfort in just 31.7 inches of space. However, rear-seat passengers may feel claustrophobic due to the small windows, and thick roof pillars. 

As for cargo space, the 2021 C-HR offers 19.1 cubic feet behind the rear seats and 37.0 if you fold those seats flat.  For a car of this size and build, this is actually quite big and enough to carry along 3 medium suitcases along with a few duffle bags before it becomes full.  The Honda HR-V gets the biggest trunk and Honda Magic Seats (Honda’s term for fold-flat seats).

The 2021 C-HR comes with an 8-0 inch touchscreen infotainment system mounted on the dashboard. All C-HR models, including the base LE, comes standard with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, seek-scan SiriusXM satellite radio, six-speaker sound system, and dual USB ports 12V outlets. The Toyota C-HR's infotainment system is easy to use, thanks to uncomplicated menus. For redundant controlling options, Toyota offers controls mounted on the steering wheel and physical knobs on the center console. Some of the notable infotainment features in the 2021 Toyota C-HR are:

• 6 speaker
• Internet access
• Stand-alone navigation mirroring app
• Steering-wheel mounted audio controls
• Speed sensitive volume
• Wireless phone connectivity
• SiriusXM AM/FM/Satellite with seek-scan
• Android Auto

"The 2021 Toyota C-HR needs to be seen to be believed; the driving’s forgettable." - TheCarConnection.

One of the relatively newer kids on the block, Toyota's subcompact crossover, the 2021 C-HR looks dynamics and futuristic. Part of the first-generation introduced in 2018, the 2021 C-HR's styling looks the most distinctive and recognizable amongst all the other contenders. For visual impact, the 2021 C-HR also comes in various colors with a contrasting roof and side mirror caps of black or silver. The new-for-2021 C-HR Nightshade Edition is based on XLE and brings black-finished 18-inch alloy wheels with black lug nuts, plus black door handles/chin spoiler/badge overlays.

Changes for 2021 C-HR's exterior include the addition of new Oxide Bronze (with or without a black roof) and Magnetic Gray Metallic color options. Knockout Silver Metallic and Hot Lava have been discontinued. Supersonic Red and Blue Eclipse Metallic are no longer available with the entry-level LE trim.

The C-HR is the heaviest, longest, and widest car in this segment. These dimensions lend the ride a character that appears like an infusion of coupe and crossover or more of a “High-roof Coupe”. The C-HR rolls upon 17-inch alloys in for the LE trim and 18-inches for the XLE and the Limited variants. The Toyota's curb weight is pegged at 3,300 pounds, making it around 400 lbs heavier than HRV.

The 2021 Toyota C-HR scored the highest five-star safety ratings from the NHTSA while the crossover performed well in the crash-test conducted by the IIHS. Last year, the C-HR missed the Top Safety Pick award due to poor headlights but the 2021 C-HR model will reign better. Changes for 2021 include upgraded Toyota Safety Sense 2.0, standard on all trims.

The TSS 2.0 array of driver aids brings automatic emergency braking, low-light pedestrian detection and daytime cyclist detection, automatic high beams, lane departure warning alerts, and active steering. Advanced features like adaptive cruise control with dynamic radar (DRCC) are also available. 

2021 Toyota C-HR Vs 2021 Hyundai Kona

The Hyundai Kona is a great package of utility and styling that comes with one hell of a price tag. The Kona is the most reasonable offering of this segment, with a sticker price near the $20,000 mark. The Kona looks the most SUV-ish among all the crossovers of this segment. The C-HR fares better in terms of interior ergonomics and overall layout which induces a sportier driving intent. 

2021 Toyota C-HR Vs 2021 Honda HR-V

The Honda HR-V is the most balanced car out there in this segment. The Honda HR-V houses a 1.8 Liter Inline-4, that generates 141 hp and 127 lb.-ft. of torque, which can make the ride go from 0-60 in just 9.3 seconds. The 2021 CH-R offers more horsepower, torque, and engine capacity than the 2020 Honda HR-V. However, the HR-V has better fuel efficiency than the C-HR. Both the H-RV and C-HR are slow to accelerate, but the Honda offers composed handling, terrific fuel economy figures, and an enormous cargo hold for the class. The interiors of the HRV looks better than the CH-R. Though Toyota comes standard with more safety and infotainment features, the Honda is available with all-wheel drive, while the C-HR is not.

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Toyota's reliability and high resale value are always positive, and C-HR's styling lures even more. Still, this Toyota's subcompact crossover is marred by lethargic acceleration and small cargo hold. Considering the starting price of $21,445, the 2021 C-HR is expensive than most of its rivals but offers plenty of standard comfort and safety equipment. For people looking for a stylish and fuel-saving option, Toyota C-HR should be under consideration but buyers looking for all-weather capability, more practicality, and exciting drive should look at 2021 HRV, or 2021 Trax. 

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