GradeToyota C-HR Reliability Grade
Average reliability
Grade a specific Toyota C-HR
Reliability changes from year to year. Pick a model year to see its grade, then add mileage and price to get a deal score and estimated miles remaining.
The Toyota C-HR earns a C+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B+ for its engine and an F for its transmission. It ranks 6th of 10 subcompact SUVs we grade. The transmission (F) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 532 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018-2021 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
Toyota C-HR reliability by year
Overall grade for each model year, from owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Tap a year to see its full grade.
Years to avoid: 2018 (transmission slipping / rough shifting)
How long does the Toyota C-HR last?
A rough estimate for the model across all years, not measured for each model year.
Toyota C-HR vs. other subcompact SUVs
| Model | Engine | Trans. | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Crosstrek | A | A- | A |
| Buick Encore | B+ | A | A |
| Honda HR-V | B+ | B | B |
| Nissan Kicks | B+ | B | B |
| Hyundai Kona | C- | B- | B- |
| Kia Soul | F | B- | C+ |
| Toyota C-HR | B+ | F | C+ |
| Jeep Compass | C+ | C+ | C+ |
| Kia Seltos | F | C | D |
| Chevrolet Trailblazer | C | D | D |
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Is the Toyota C-HR reliable?
Average reliability. The Toyota C-HR earns a C+ overall reliability grade from GradeMyCar, with a B+ for its engine and an F for its transmission. It ranks 6th of 10 subcompact SUVs we grade. The transmission (F) is the weaker of its two major components, so ask for transmission service records and pay close attention to shifting on a test drive. Grades are based on 532 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018-2021 model years, adjusted for how many were sold.
How many miles will a Toyota C-HR last?
We estimate a well-maintained Toyota C-HR lasts around 180,000 miles. That's a rough figure for the model across all years, not measured for each model year, so check the grade for the year you're looking at.
What are the best years for the Toyota C-HR?
No Toyota C-HR model year stands out as exceptionally reliable in NHTSA owner complaints. The best-graded years are 2019, 2020 and 2021.
What Toyota C-HR years should I avoid?
Based on NHTSA owner complaints, the Toyota C-HR years to be most careful with are 2018. The 2018 grades a D overall (engine C, transmission F), and its top engine/transmission problem is transmission slipping / rough shifting.
Is the Toyota C-HR transmission reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Toyota C-HR transmission an F (poor reliability). Reliability varies by model year, so grade the specific year you're looking at.
Is the Toyota C-HR engine reliable?
GradeMyCar grades the Toyota C-HR engine a B+ (above-average reliability).