Toyota C-HR (Parallel Imported)

Never thought I'd own a C-HR. Glad I went for the 1.2 turbo version as it is more engaging to drive compared to the Hybrid version. Yes the fuel economy isn't as good but for normal drives and overtaking on expressways, the Turbo version fares better. Highly specced and high ARF of 33k for the Luxury Variant is also more attractive than PI models. Cheap road tax as well. Great build quality from a Toyota, just like a mini Harrier. Definitely a step up from the Vios and Corolla. Sound-proofing is decent at low speeds, better than the usual Jap bread and butter sedans but tyre noise gets more apparent above 130km/h. Fuel consumption is average at 12-13km/l. This is not a car for families with kids as the rear is claustrophobic for kids and shorter people. The boot on the Borneo unit is also smaller (317L) as it comes with a spare wheel.... Read More

Horrible car design. Surely its designers are only bothered about it having cool looks and that's it, not bothering about their functionality and practicality. Driving wise the C-HR is fine just like most other cars in the market of similar costs. However, for passengers whom seat at the rear row, it is VERY HORRIBLE. The window curveline of the rear door is just SICKENING AND HORRIBLE. This resulted in the window being EXTREMELY SMALL, making the interior dark and hence unpleasant, not allowing passengers to have a clear view during commutes especially on PHV services. I've to really condemn this knowing that most Toyota cars are well-designed and practical. But for the C-HR I really don't know what on earth are they doing to the C-HR. SILLY TOYOTA, LOOK WHAT YOU DID.... Read More