
Without all-wheel drive, the Toyota C-HR vies for sunbelt attention with a few rivals that can better handle wintry weather.
The Hyundai Kona is a standout for its wild looks and excellent value, and it comes in an electric version.
The Honda HR-V is a perennial favorite for its versatile interior and decent driving dynamics.
The Nissan Kicks isn’t as outrageously shaped as the C-HR, but performance lags just the same.
The larger Subaru Crosstrek is a screaming deal, but those in sunny places could probably do without its standard all-wheel drive.
The Mazda CX-30 isn’t as spacious as competitors, but it’s fun to drive.
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Quick Specs | |||||
The 2022 Toyota C-HR demands to be noticed, but its performance leaves us on "read." |
The 2022 Honda HR-V puts a flexible cargo space to the fore, while performance takes a back seat. |
The 2022 Mazda CX-30 is a style-forward small crossover with an upscale feel. |
The 2022 Nissan Kicks hatchback packs features and value into its small footprint, but it’s not very quick. |
The 2022 Subaru Crosstrek flexes safety and traction more than it does power. |
The 2021 Hyundai Kona wears like statement jewelry, and drives like a bargain. |
MSRP From | |||||
$24,130 | $21,870 | $22,500 | $19,990 | $23,145 | $20,500 |
Gas Mileage | |||||
27 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 26 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 31 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 34 MPG Hwy | 25 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy |
Engine | |||||
Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Regular Unleaded H-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 |
EPA Class | |||||
Compact Cars | Small Station Wagons | Small SUV 4WD | Midsize Cars | Small SUV 4WD | Small SUV 2WD |
Style Name | |||||
XLE FWD (GS) | LX 2WD CVT | 2.5 S AWD | S FWD | Manual | SE Automatic FWD |
Drivetrain | |||||
Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | |||||
5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
Passenger Doors | |||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | |||||
Sport Utility | Sport Utility | i-ACTIV AWD Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility | Sport Utility |
Transmission | |||||
CVT w/OD | CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | |||||
2022 Toyota C-HR vs. 2022 Honda HR-V | 2022 Toyota C-HR vs. 2022 Mazda CX-30 | 2022 Toyota C-HR vs. 2022 Nissan Kicks | 2022 Toyota C-HR vs. 2022 Subaru Crosstrek | 2022 Toyota C-HR vs. 2021 Hyundai Kona |