The Toyota C-HR carved out a design position that few compact SUVs bother with: striking enough to be noticed, polarising enough to be talked about. The KOBA variant is the one with the full equipment list, and it sits at a price point that invites comparison with the Honda HR-V and the Mazda CX-30.
Simone drives the KOBA through the conditions Australian suburban buyers actually encounter: reverse parking visibility, the infotainment system in daily use, hybrid fuel consumption on mixed roads, and whether the ride quality on typical Australian suburban streets is acceptable. The C-HR has a firm setup that divides opinion on rough surfaces.
For buyers who want a stylish compact hybrid without the full EV commitment, the C-HR KOBA is a considered package. The design does the selling in the car park. The hybrid economy does it at the fuel pump. Just allow yourself extra time finding a comfortable driving position.
The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.
