Toyotas upcoming subcompact hatchback, the coupe high-rider
(C-HR), has a novel exterior design that makes one wonder what its purpose is.
Not that its incoherent, its just so unlike any of the status quo body styles-
in a good way. Its unique expression is a refreshing step in a new direction
for Toyota that’s expected to appeal greatly to a vast demographic.
Toyotas global designers expounded on an interesting theme
that works brilliantly for the high rider: “Distinctive Diamond”. Toyota wanted
to borrow the exquisiteness and strength that the precious gem evokes.
Designers translated these traits into physical form by dynamically sculpting a
muscular and edgy body that still effortlessly emanates luxury. The name “coupe
high-rider” is quite fitting in the sense that the body has meticulously
defined curves of the likes that have never been seen on an SUV before.
The C-HR comes equipped with an economical 2.0 L 4 cylinder
that produces 144 horsepower and 140 lb-ft of torque. Although this isn’t quite
the recipe for a performance car, it is expected to get good gas mileage and
may actually surprise you with its deft responsiveness. Deputy Chief Engineer
Hiro Koba, a diehard racer at heart, made it his mission to take the C-HR to
the famed Nurburgring to ensure that the ride would be as exhilarating as the
body was uncanny.
The unique CH-R is expected to arrive at Toyota dealers this
spring, so it could be seen on the streets any day now. If you’d like to receive
updates on Toyotas new CH-R, visit our site here.
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