I cannot wait for you to try the nap test in an LC. :D

I just bought one a little over a week ago. I understand reviewers drive lots of cars and performance and speed are always a big deal for reviewers, but not all car owners make that their first priority. For me, the selling features, were looks, quality, fuel economy and dang it's fun to drive - at least to me. My kids are grown, I don't carpool, heck I don't even need the back seat except for my 2 small dogs. And this thing is solid! Built to last with Toyota quality. I got the XLE by they way. I'm super happy with it! It's all in what you need and want.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Congratulations 🎊 awesome car!

Thanks to Joe at Welch's pumpkin patch for the awesome shots! welchs-pumpkin-patch.business.site/

And I personally find it awesome to have that gorgeous CH-R, yeah it’s a little slow but so what. Plus, it’s still fun little CUV. Very unique design.

Great review. And overall production on your review videos are looking really nice 👌🏽

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steven!

Mine is Hybrid CHR. Love it very much A European design with Japanese quality. A perfect combination right?

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Amen!

@InsidiousDr9

3 жыл бұрын

Japanese badge with Eastern-European quality.

@GetUrOwnHandle

3 жыл бұрын

My 'Orange Edition' 2.0L Hybrid is 🔥🔥🔥 184bhp is a God send! 🙏🏾 But city driving, I still get upto 66mpg! Best of both worlds!

That was a great review! As much as I'd like to get this vehicle, I need something more NX'y. Love the fun looks. Thanks, Kirk, and loved the last statement. 😂

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Diane! Can't wait for the next NX

Nice job Kirk! Keep up with these reviews!

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Great shots and camera work.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

and people laughed at the Pontiac Aztek shape when they came out. lol.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

C-HR >>>>>>>>> Aztek

@reenachauriya4931

3 жыл бұрын

I can't even see how this and aztek are comparable look at the front end of the aztek.

@tinhinnh

3 жыл бұрын

The Juke is closer to the Aztek

@trdrav4

3 жыл бұрын

The C-HR needs a starting role in a TV series about meth

@silk7519

3 жыл бұрын

@@reenachauriya4931 No comparison, I noticed this shape/style is becoming the new norm. I think the Aztek styling was ahead of its time

I suspect the Corolla Cross will be an addition to, not a replacement for the C-HR. Well at least in Europe and Japan. Perhaps in the US it will.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

I do see the C.Cross replacing this here.

@renanluz3941

3 жыл бұрын

I hope so the ch-r is the perfect sized raised hatchback for europe and japan. The corolla cross is to big for those country's

@aeusem88

3 жыл бұрын

@@renanluz3941 Kirk said they're the same size. But with the styling differences and the move from sedans to SUV ongoing there's probably room for both.

Some high quality camera work there 👍

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sam!!!

The best review you've ever done, keep it up!

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

I think so too! Thanks

Well done Kirk. . I was quite surprised that you gave the chr such positive feedback.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Me too lol

@moeanthony9308

3 жыл бұрын

@@KirkKreifels Maybe because you actually drove it? I tell many Don't judge a book by its colour. More so in this review.. 😂

Btw excellent review. The real world aspect of your reviews is a big plus. 0-60 matches my 1991 Celica GT-S.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Abbas! Yep, what's slow today was once fast

Almost to 100k Kirk! Do you think you can get your hands on some of the new Japanese luxury vehicles?

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Working on it mate!

Excellent

Great review 👏👏 😊😊 The C-HR is awesome. In Europe it available as a hybrid. Check out the C-HR 2020 Launch Edition 👌👌

at 8:23... the Toyota Taco almost made a sandwich with the CHR LOL!

Hi, Kirk! You've got it all in that review, including that "napability test" that gives you a real idea HOW SPACIOUS THE CARGO AREA REALLY IS (with the rear seats down) with something objective to compare. (..aaand almost as entertaining as Doug DeMuro trying to fit his 6'3" into a tiny sport car seat) I already gave you all a hint (in your "community teaser") of a 9.0s 0-60, which is what I'd expect of this engine / transmission combo (it is a "raised funky hatchback", what you'd expect?). For whatever European audience, this 9.1s (and the 10s other US media tend to peg) it is still faster than the 11.0s (like 11.3s for 0-100kph) EU version for a T-1.2L 3-pot they use there. Still, the CH-R could benefit from the +25hp from the Corolla's NA-2.0L (maybe on Limited only) WITHOUT AFFECTING FUEL COMPSUMPTION NUMBERS.

I like it👌🏼

Thumbs up for a good review, thumbs down for a boring crossover. That thing needs 200 HP to match its nice exterior.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Agreeeee

The editing of this video is excellent. I'm totally impressed by the quality of the shots. And those scenes/cutaways that further details the narration is so engaging. Congratulations on a well made video! Legit skills!

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate! I feel like I'm getting the hang of this review thing

@wnerraw

3 жыл бұрын

@@KirkKreifels It would be interesting to see a video on the behind the scenes.... What equipments you use for filming, editing software, etc.

Really enjoyed the review Kirk! Is this car built in Turkey?? It would be cool if you told us where the car you are driving is manufactured. Keep up the good work!

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Japanese made.

Well done, my friend. :).

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

awesome!

The CH-R is so underestimated. If this had AWD and a sunroof sales would triple!

I love the review. I went at Toyota to do a test drive and I really like it. I was wondering if they fixed all the problems that the CHR had in past years, because it’s sucks to buy a new car and have to deal with lots of problems later :/ I will buy a car next year but I’m still thinking through about what to buy. I like different cars and I don’t have the need for space or anything. I was even thinking about the 2018 Smart Fortwo since we can’t buy a new one anymore (at least not the gas engine). The Kia Soul is very cool in my opinion as well but it doesn’t have leather seats :/ anyway. I’m still have lot of time to think and hopefully time will tell

The C-HR looks cute but I'm not quite ready to give up my RX350 (Luxury Package) for one. Just sayin...

@moeanthony9308

3 жыл бұрын

?.

@ingenunis5003

3 жыл бұрын

🤪

Please try to tell more about Ride Quality and Sound Insulation next time. But Great Review .. keep going👍🏼👍🏼

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

I did but it didn't make the final cut. It's quiet for what it is and ride quality is a little stiff but comfortable enough for me.

here in Portugal i see this one alot , we have a 1.2liter turbo 4 cyl with 116 hp , a 1.8 liter hybrid with 126 and a 2 liter hybrid with 184 . I think its one of the coolest small SUVs on the market and video makes no justice to its design

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Sergio

@milanbujna2957

3 жыл бұрын

Well, the 1.2 Turbo is a 4 cylinder ;)

@sergiopereira9546

3 жыл бұрын

@@milanbujna2957 yeah , i didnt checked it :D its fixed

How does this compare to a Lexus UX Kirk? When does UX refresh come out....2022? Sunroof avail in UX? I assume UX has quieter interior? Thx for reply!

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

UX is nicer overall, especially in hybrid guise. Quieter and has sunroof. Refresh in 2022 hopefully.

The design is one of the best on the market

If they had the 2.0t from the NX300 with a 6 spd manual and make it the GR CH-R,. I'm in. Oh sunroof needed. Your thoughts?

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

That would make it a GR C-HR. Rumors are pointing that way.

Got a brief drive before it in, felt as clausterphobic to drive. One of my friend is leasing a 2019 LE, and the only thing I liked about it was that it has Carplay. But definitely, it has the most personality for being quirky for being different compared to the other models.

👍🏼

Nice job on the review! The C-HR is just so odd looking in only a way that Toyota can do!

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

haha when you said the controller :P lol yes that's how the mainstream toyota drives... like a controller appliance lol :P haha! >.< that made me laugh! when talking about the engine

I have a HS250h and a '04 Avalon that I have little difficulty when entering the vehicles. Would the CH-R be just as easy? Yes, I'm old with back issues, lol

@moeanthony9308

3 жыл бұрын

Ride height is perfect. Easier in and out than most low sedans

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Feels just like a Lexus UX and a bit higher than the Avalon

It just needs a manual option and the 2.0L 169hp engine from the Corolla. I'd definitely own one if it did.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

And awd 😊

Waiting for new rav4 prime review

And i got a 2021 orange lava so how its discontinued? Lol

oof this car is nice, but DAMN the rear is so clausterphobic.... that CVT and that Engine... the high levels of NVH.... but none the less great review ^_^ And HOLYSH*T is that SEAT BELT Reminder it's like an airplane warning.....

8:21....🧐 Heck is he doing gee thats a wide turn there. Doesn't even have a trailer 😂

When I first saw the diamond pattern on the ceiling I thought the headliner was starting to sag.

Interesting that INFINITI is using camo for a vehicle they have already unveiled. Also ironic that this vehicle is running around in production form and no production 400z has been seen testing on public roads. INFINITI/Nissan know that they need to bring a new QX60 out long before they can bring out a new Z. The Z will turn heads but the QX60 will make profit. Profit is what they need right now. My local INFINITI dealer only has a handful of new cars on their lot right now. They look like they could close up shop any day now. www.autoblog.com/2020/10/05/infiniti-qx60-production-version-spied/#slide-2268481

This was actually a good sn informative review, I wanted a C-HR , but the engine threw me off.

I like the design but make the headlights smaller pls

So the rear is basically a civic with those lobster taillights...lol

It ticks all the boxes for its target market...... So it's a win for Toyota, even tough it got it's flaws

@moeanthony9308

3 жыл бұрын

@Chezzyperson Not everyone is looking for practical tho.

@GetUrOwnHandle

3 жыл бұрын

@Chezzyperson some are looking for more style, and that is somewhat hard to find in this segment. A win for Toyota for me!

Is UX made in America also?

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

No- Japan

@jonathanratliff4780

3 жыл бұрын

Kirk Kreifels PERFECT!!

👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

yes the tail lights look funky....but when they are on at night they dont reflect their shape...they are just like a red bulb on

I’d much rather have the style of the Scion XB than this CHR. It looks very busy.

Ive always hated the black plastic in the wheel wells and the black plastic around the bottom on the car.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Doesn't bother me like it does on the CX-30

@GetUrOwnHandle

3 жыл бұрын

It's fine. And the black roof compliments all the black accents around the car.. Contrasts well with the Lava Orange! In the UK, it has the black 10-spoke tires to match, and better designed taillights integrated with a rear black spoiler - absolutely 🔥🔥🔥

Good chassis dissapointing powertrain just like Lexus UX and NX

In 2016 I was in the market for a hybrid. Everything was trending towards a Prius but was waiting patiently for the Kia Nero to come to the market and see how much it was. At the same time the new the the US CH-R was coming out and nearly all the coverage online and magazines expected it to be a hybrid. The CH-R would have been more affordable than the Niro and more capable than the Prius. Sadly Toyota gave us the gasoline model. Did they have to invent that specific one for the US market? I thought they are all supposed to be hybrids. And the one we got here is slow as stink, ranking in as such compared to similarly priced models of the same type. Pathetic. The hybrid models are actually much quicker and fun to drive. It’s is neat looking. I’ll always go for the styled cars over boring ones with no character no mater how polarizing it is. With the refresh they really should have changed the engine. The gasoline model has to go...but not the entire model itself.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

I hope they keep it but I have a feeling Toyota will scrap it here in North America for an Alabama built Corolla cross 🤔

I dunno what’s holding Toyota back from giving it a powertrain off the Corolla hatchback.

@GetUrOwnHandle

3 жыл бұрын

The UK has the new 2.0L Hybrid powertrain.. 184hp! But can still get as high as ~66mpg in city (electric in use mostly) So fun to drive - the chassis is excellent

I’m in my 60’s & thinking about it- am conservative on color of vehicle😬. Do not care for a two tone car( roof one color & body another color) just not for me.

The base model RAV4 with AWD is the same price and a better value.

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

But it doesn't have the character this has :P

@moeanthony9308

3 жыл бұрын

@@KirkKreifels Drives totally different too. Way smoother than a Rav.

just get a Lexus UX its twice as better, but nearly twice the price, but ill get the UX

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

UX hybrid will be priced about $36k and better equipped (ventilated seats, heated steering wheel, sunroof, rear USBs, etc)...however, this model has foglights. You have to spend abour $38+ for hybrid F sport or Luxury UX to get foggies.

CVT? Good riddance, not even worth considering. I'd consider the hybrid but I'd always choose a Toyota hybrid over a Honda (mainly because Toyota has proven themselves in the hybrid space with 150k+ miles Prius's)

Sorry, if IT is not plug in hybrid (at least) for me is dead. In my opinion, buy new ICE car is just silly. Because, all new camping cars will have some of electrification and new ICE car after 5 years will have high depreciation. Maybe it won’t be in USA, but in Europe for sure

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

PHEV are coming....very slowly

@giedriuss5018

3 жыл бұрын

However, Lot of good info and funny humour. It is one of the best regular car review I’ve seen, thanks

That gloss black is absolutely disgusting. Why is this even a trend in cars??

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Not quite sure it's so popular...no one has ever asked for glossy black in a car...a piano is different lol

@Widechihuahua

3 жыл бұрын

@@KirkKreifels Nobody asked for it but it seems all of the manufacturers are still doing it lol. Oh well it's not a deal breaker so long as there isn't too much like this C-HR

Its made in America

@KirkKreifels

3 жыл бұрын

Japan

@toyotabrony

3 жыл бұрын

Wrong. It’s Japan made

@moeanthony9308

3 жыл бұрын

@@toyotabrony Selayka Turkey as well. Which noted won gold for best plant manufacturer

I do not care for that FLIMSY CARGO COVER......what happened to the one before it??

You forgot say this have a CVT transmission and when this broke you need 10 to 12 thousand and that is ridiculus

@moeanthony9308

3 жыл бұрын

If you are leasing for five years. Who cares

@AdamSmith-gs2dv

3 жыл бұрын

@@moeanthony9308 That the same mentality German buyers use to justify their poor build quality shitboxs

spunky is not the word I’d use, I’d say hideous works more for this design lol

cvt- bad transmission

@toyotabrony

3 жыл бұрын

Wrong. On Toyota they make excellent CVT’s. Toyota makes the CVT really well. Nissan’s CVT on the other hand, jatko is the worse transmission ever, they don’t hold up well around 60k miles

@moeanthony9308

3 жыл бұрын

@@toyotabrony yes sir.. Prius made them the experts since 90s

@AdamSmith-gs2dv

3 жыл бұрын

@@moeanthony9308 Different CVT, the Prius uses a e-CVT which uses planetary gear sets. This uses a belt driven CVT which is far less reliable

what a waste of a car.