2027 Toyota C-HR EV locked in for Australia
Cheaper EV alternative to Toyota bZ4X will reach Australia in 2027 offering long range, multiple variants and sharper pricingThe News
Toyota has officially confirmed its compact C-HR electric vehicle (EV) for Australian showrooms, with the battery-powered SUV set to arrive mid-2027. The model will expand Toyota’s local battery-electric vehicle (BEV) line-up beneath the larger bZ4X and bZ4X Touring, giving buyers a smaller and more affordable electric alternative.
The Key Details
- Toyota CH-R EV coming to Oz mid-2027
- Two model grades and one battery size confirmed
- Built on Toyota’s dedicated e-TNGA EV platform
- More than 500km of claimed driving range
- Expected to start under $60,000 before on-road costs
The Finer Details
While pricing and final Australian specs remain under wraps, Toyota Australia has confirmed that the C-HR EV will use a front-mounted permanent magnet motor producing 165kW/269Nm.
The 2027 Toyota C-HR EV will leverage a 74.7kWh lithium-ion battery targeting more than 500km of range.
Local models will be sourced from Turkey, as with the current hybrid C-HR, and positioned below the bZ4X’s $66,000 (plus on-road costs) entry point.
The electric C-HR sits on electric – Toyota New Global Architecture (e-TNGA) shared with the bZ4X and Lexus RZ models. It rides on a slightly larger body than its hybrid counterpart, offering a more spacious cabin with 416-litres of cargo volume and improved rear legroom.
Inside, the 2027 Toyota C-HR EV delivers the brand’s latest connected cabin experience, centred around a large 14.0-inch digital touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Toyota Connected Services, and the latest Toyota Safety Sense technology.
Toyota claims the cabin delivers a premium feel and is supported by generous sound insulation.
Drivers can fine-tune the regenerative braking through steering wheel paddles, while the electric power steering and suspension systems have been optimised to the heavier vehicle.
The system accommodates AC charging up to 22kW and DC fast charging up to 150kW, achieving a 10–80 per cent recharge in approximately 30 minutes thanks to an advanced battery pre-conditioning process.
The Road Ahead
The order book for the 2027 Toyota C-HR EV will open for Australians in early 2026, arriving in two model grades and one battery configuration.
With the C-HR EV’s arrival confirmed and Toyota’s first plug-in hybrid RAV4 due in 2026, the brand’s electrification strategy is quickly expanding.
The new model will not only broaden consumer choice but also help Toyota navigate the upcoming New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) emissions targets by bolstering its zero-emissions fleet.
Pricing and final grade specifications will be announced closer to launch, but Toyota is confident the C-HR EV will attract urban SUV buyers looking for a premium yet attainable first step into full electrification.
Expect Subaru Australia to follow suit with its own version of the C-HR EV, dubbed the Subaru Uncharted.
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