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Toyota C-HR — fresh angles in compact crossover segment
Toyota’s much anticipated C-HR looks set to ruffle some feathers in the compact crossover section
Toyota has for the longest time been rather conservative in its designs, attributed to the fact that many of its buyers are not inclined to stray away from the tried and tested, the much-of-a-muchness thinking convention, which has characterised most of its product offerings. The 86 sports coupe has been the obvious exception. Its "Go Play" pay-off line resonated with the vehicle’s fun, rear-wheel drive nature that was decidedly entertaining without being intimidating. Of course, it remains somewhat of a niche product, catering for the enthusiastic driver, but it is an impressive proposition nonetheless. Edgy styling Now the company is shedding its grey shoes approach by offering something edgy in its styling, perky in its performance and yet accessible to a wider audience. Welcome the C-HR crossover, the company’s first stab at the hotly contested compact crossover market, casted by talented advocates such as the Honda HR-V, Hyundai Creta, Mazda CX-3, Nissan Juke and Renault Captur...
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