Toyota has confirmed the next generation of the C-HR will be offered as a battery electric vehicle (BEV), with Australian availability expected in mid-2027. For drivers in the Perth Hills, it represents one of the most capable and well-designed electric small SUVs to come from a mainstream manufacturer. This article covers what has been confirmed about the Toyota C-HR BEV, including its powertrain, range, technology, and how it fits into Toyota's growing electric vehicle line-up in Australia.
The Toyota C-HR BEV is a battery electric compact SUV built on Toyota's dedicated e-TNGA electric vehicle platform. Unlike the existing C-HR hybrid, this model runs on battery power alone, with no petrol engine on board. It will join the Toyota bZ4X, Toyota bZ4X Touring, and HiLux BEV in Toyota's Australian battery electric vehicle line-up when it arrives.
- said Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations, Sean Hanley.
The C-HR BEV is powered by a 74.7kWh lithium-ion battery driving a front-mounted 165kW electric motor that produces 269Nm of torque.
Key figures include:
Battery pre-conditioning is included to maintain reliable charging performance across different weather conditions.
The Toyota C-HR BEV takes design cues from Toyota's Hammerhead concept vehicle. The result is a sharper, more aerodynamic silhouette with refined LED lighting and a profile shaped as much by airflow management as aesthetics. The updated body is larger than the outgoing model, which translates directly to more usable interior space. Boot capacity is 416 litres, with improved head and legroom throughout the cabin.
Inside, the C-HR BEV is expected to include:
14.0-inch touchscreen multimedia system
Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
Toyota Connected Services with the myToyota Connect app
Four selectable regenerative braking modes
Toyota Safety Sense advanced driver assistance system
As with all Toyota BEV models, the specific grade and feature list for Australia will be confirmed closer to launch.
The C-HR BEV is part of a broader expansion of Toyota's electrified vehicle range in Australia. It is expected to arrive after the plug-in hybrid RAV4, which is anticipated for 2026. Toyota's current and confirmed electric and hybrid options available through Kalamunda Toyota span from the entry-level Yaris Cross Hybrid through to the Toyota bZ4X and Toyota bZ4X Touring battery electric vehicles. If you are weighing up your options across hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and battery electric, a member of the Kalamunda Toyota team can walk you through what makes sense for how you drive in the Hills and beyond.
The C-HR BEV is well suited to drivers who do most of their kilometres in suburban and urban conditions, where charging infrastructure is available at home or at work. Its claimed range of over 500km [WLTP, conditions vary] provides a useful buffer for longer runs, though Hills and regional drivers who regularly travel to areas without charging access may want to consider whether a hybrid or plug-in hybrid suits their routes better.
The electric motor's near-silent operation and torque delivery make it well matched to the Hills' winding roads, where smooth, progressive power is a genuine advantage. Kalamunda Toyota is the only car dealership in the Perth Hills, and the team here are already helping customers understand the full range of Toyota's electric and electrified options.
Please note: The Toyota C-HR BEV is a pre-production vehicle. Specifications, pricing, and features are subject to change prior to launch. All details sourced from Toyota Australia official announcements.
The Toyota C-HR BEV is expected to reach Australia in mid-2027. Pricing and grade details will be released closer to that date. If you want to stay informed as more information becomes available, register your interest with Kalamunda Toyota. We will keep you updated as Toyota's next generation of battery electric vehicles arrives.
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