TOYOTA C-HR+ EV TO OFFER 338BHP AND 373-MILE RANGE

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- WILL RIMELL

Toyota has revealed the C-HR+, the brand's third EV and, in top-rung 338bhp form, one of the most powerful cars it has launched in Europe.

Described by Toyota as the "core" model in its EV line-up, it gives the firm a foothold in the popular electric C-SUV segment.

The car was originally tipped to carry the bZ3X nameplate and is based on the bZ Compact SUV concept, unveiled in 2022.

It remains largely true to that concept, with a long raked roofline and extended bonnet. Like its hybrid-powered C-HR range-mate, it is bookended by a full-width rear light bar and Toyota's new 'hammerhead' front-end design.