Toyota has revealed prices and the on-sale date for its C-HR+ electric SUV, which launches in the UK and Europe in the coming weeks.

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Sales will begin on 6 January and on-the-road prices start from £34,495, with launch purchase offers to be announced shortly.

The mid-size SUV becomes a core new model in the brand’s line-up, sitting above the new Urban Cruiser and below the recently upgraded bZ4X.

Although it shares the C-HR name with Toyota’s plug-in and self-charging hybrid SUVs, it’s a completely standalone, fully electric model that’s actually built on the e-TNGA platform also used by the larger bZ4X and basically a shortened version of the latter. Toyota says this helps secure “class above” cabin and load space, the latter up to 106 litres more than the Toyota C-HR hybrids.

The C-HR+ will be available in three versions – Icon, Design and Excel – all with front-wheel drive.

The Icon model features a 167hp motor paired with a 57.7kWh battery and has a target driving range of up to 284 miles; the Design and Excel are equipped with a higher-capacity 224hp motor and a 77kWh battery, enabling an expected range of up to 376 miles (according to equipment specification and wheel size).

Exterior design is influenced by the coupé-inspired lines of the C-HR, while the interior presents a “light and open space” with a low, horizontal dashboard design, similar to the “clean, contemporary layout” of the new bZ4X. Drivers get a fully digital, customisable instrument display and a multimedia system with a 14-inch touchscreen. Physical switch controls are also provided for frequently used functions.

The Icon model comes as standard with 18-inch black metallic alloy wheels, an 11kW onboard charger, seven-inch digital driver’s display, 14-inch multimedia touchscreen, combination fabric and synthetic leather upholstery and a heated steering wheel.

Toyota Safety Sense and driver assistance systems include a blind spot monitor with safe exit assist, which warns if a door is being opened into the path of traffic approaching from behind. Two wireless device chargers are provided, together with wireless smartphone integration using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto.

Design grade introduces the higher-capacity 77kWh battery, together with a power-operated tailgate and rear privacy glass. Customers can also choose 20-inch alloy wheels as an option.

The top-rung Excel model comes equipped with a 22kW onboard charger, power driver’s seat adjustment, synthetic suede and leather upholstery, headlight cleaners, and a panoramic view monitor to help precise manoeuvring in tight spaces. An enhanced safety and assistance package includes front cross traffic alert, lane change assist and touch-sensor controls for the lane trace assist system. An optional Premium Pack includes a JBL audio system and panoramic roof; a grey interior trim can also be specified.

Deliveries of the C-HR+ start in March

Toyota C-HR+ Prices