Toyota’s 2027 C-HR Styles a Sporty Spin on the Compact Electric SUV

October 16, 2026 · 4 min read

Electric SUVs don’t have to be oversized, understated or purely focused on efficiency. The 2027 Toyota C-HR takes a different approach. Toyota’s compact battery electric SUV combines a coupe-like profile and everyday utility with standard electronic all-wheel drive, dual electric motors and 338 total system horsepower. Add a manufacturer-estimated range of up to 287 miles on the SE grade, a spacious and technology-focused interior, and DC fast-charging capability, and the C-HR gives drivers another distinctly different way to go electric.

For Southern California shoppers curious about making the switch, Simi Valley Toyota offers an EV lineup and an Extended EV Test Drive that can help you experience electric driving beyond a quick trip around the block.

The Toyota C-HR Is Electric, But It Doesn’t Forget About Performance

The 2027 C-HR uses dual electric motors and comes standard with electronic all-wheel drive. Together, the system produces 338 total horsepower. Toyota estimates the C-HR can accelerate from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds, giving this compact SUV performance numbers that match its sporty design. That makes the C-HR an interesting option for shoppers who want the benefits of a battery electric vehicle but don’t want driving enjoyment to become an afterthought.

Fast Charging with a NACS Charge Port

Charging is another important piece of the EV ownership experience, and the C-HR comes equipped with a North American Charging Standard, or NACS, charge port. Under ideal conditions, Toyota says DC fast charging can take the C-HR battery from a 10% to 80% charge in around 30 minutes. Actual charging conditions can vary, but fast-charging capability adds flexibility when a trip takes you beyond your normal charging routine.

Sporty on the Outside, Premium on the Inside

The C-HR’s electric powertrain isn’t its only departure from the ordinary compact SUV formula. Its exterior uses a wide stance and coupe-like roofline to give the vehicle a more athletic profile. Inside, Toyota pairs that styling with soft-touch materials, customizable ambient lighting and a 14-inch touchscreen. It’s a combination designed to give the C-HR a more premium, technology-forward atmosphere without losing the practicality shoppers expect from an SUV.

The C-HR Expands Toyota’s Electric Vehicle Choices

The C-HR is part of Toyota’s broader multi-pathway approach to electrification. Rather than relying on one type of electrified powertrain, Toyota offers battery electric vehicles alongside hybrids and plug-in hybrids. That gives shoppers the ability to compare different approaches based on where they drive, how far they typically travel and how they plan to charge or fuel their vehicle. At Simi Valley Toyota, you can explore the Toyota EV lineup and compare available electrified options rather than assuming there’s one solution that works for every driver.

Curious About an EV? Spend More Time Behind the Wheel

Specs can tell you how far an EV is estimated to travel or how quickly it can accelerate. They can’t completely tell you what it feels like to incorporate one into your day. Simi Valley Toyota’s Extended EV Test Drive gives interested shoppers an opportunity to spend more time experiencing electric driving.

That can help answer the practical questions that matter: How does an EV fit your commute? How does regenerative electric driving feel? Is the cargo space right for your routine? How comfortable are you with the technology? For someone considering their first battery electric vehicle, those answers can be much more useful than simply taking a five-minute test drive.

Trading Your Current Vehicle for an EV?

If the C-HR or another Toyota EV has you thinking about making a change, you can also start by finding out what your current vehicle may be worth. Simi Valley Toyota offers a Kelley Blue Book® Instant Cash Offer tool that lets shoppers provide information about their current vehicle and begin the appraisal process before heading to the dealership. Knowing the value of your current vehicle can make it easier to evaluate your options as you compare EVs and other new Toyota models.

Explore Electric Vehicles at Simi Valley Toyota

With 338 total system horsepower, standard electronic all-wheel drive, a manufacturer-estimated range of up to 287 miles and up to 59.5 cubic feet of rear cargo space, the 2027 Toyota C-HR puts a sporty spin on the idea of a practical electric SUV. And if you’re still deciding whether electric driving fits your life, you don’t have to make that decision from a spec sheet.

Explore the EV lineup at Simi Valley Toyota, learn more about the Extended EV Test Drive, or get a Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer for your current vehicle. Then visit Simi Valley Toyota at 2380 First St in Simi Valley, CA, to start exploring your options.

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Sep 21, 2026 in Information

Built for Generations: The Toyota Corolla Turns 60 With a Limited-Edition 2027 Hybrid

Sixty years is a long time for anything to remain recognizable, much less one of the world's most familiar cars. The Toyota Corolla debuted in Japan in 1966. For 2027, Toyota is celebrating its 60th anniversary with a special version of the Corolla that looks forward as much as it looks back. The 2027 Corolla 60th Anniversary Special Edition is based on the Hybrid SE and will be limited to just 2,500 vehicles in the United States. At Simi Valley Toyota, we think the choice of a hybrid for the anniversary model says quite a bit about where Corolla is after six decades. The basic idea of an efficient, approachable everyday car hasn't disappeared. The technology surrounding that idea has simply kept moving forward. The broader 2027 Corolla lineup is expected to begin arriving this fall, while the anniversary model is scheduled for early 2027. In the meantime, you can explore our Toyota Corolla inventory or use our Model Research resources to compare the Toyota models currently available at Simi Valley Toyota. Only 2,500 Corolla 60th Anniversary Editions Are Coming to the U.S. Toyota didn't simply add a commemorative badge to a standard Corolla. The 60th Anniversary Special Edition starts with the Corolla Hybrid SE and receives its own combination of exterior and interior details. Exclusive 60th Anniversary badging replaces the usual SE badging, while 18-inch machined alloy wheels with a black finish give the anniversary model a distinct look. There are just two exterior color choices: Ice Cap and Supersonic Red. That red is particularly notable because the color is exclusive to the 60th Anniversary Special Edition and marks its first appearance on the Corolla sedan. Inside, Toyota adds Black and Red Sport Fabric seat inserts, 60th Anniversary door sills and commemorative floor mats. A 10.5-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen also comes standard. With only 2,500 planned for the entire country, this won't be another Corolla configuration you're likely to see everywhere. Why Make the 60th Anniversary Corolla a Hybrid? Toyota could have based its anniversary model on several Corolla grades. It chose the Hybrid SE. The 2027 Corolla Hybrid pairs a 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine with Toyota Hybrid System 5 and an electronically controlled continuously variable transmission. The system produces 138 net combined horsepower, while Toyota estimates up to 53 city/46 highway/50 combined MPG for the Hybrid LE FWD and Hybrid XLE. Hybrid shoppers aren't limited to the anniversary model, either. The 2027 lineup includes Hybrid LE, Hybrid SE and Hybrid XLE grades, and Electronic On-Demand All-Wheel Drive is available on Hybrid LE and Hybrid SE. For Southern California drivers who are curious about making the move from a traditional gas vehicle, you can also schedule an Electrified Vehicle Test Drive at Simi Valley Toyota and experience Toyota's electrified lineup for yourself. The Rest of the 2027 Toyota Corolla Lineup Is Changing, Too The anniversary model may get most of the attention, but Toyota hasn't forgotten about the rest of the Corolla family. Gas-powered Corolla models continue in LE, SE and XSE grades, with a 2.0-liter Dynamic Force four-cylinder engine producing 169 horsepower and 151 lb.-ft. of torque. Toyota estimates the Corolla LE at 32 city/41 highway/35 combined MPG. There's also a new exterior color called Inked joining the Corolla and Corolla Hatchback palette for 2027. Technology varies by grade, with an 8-inch Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen standard and a 10.5-inch display available on SE and Hybrid SE and standard on XSE, Hybrid XLE and the anniversary model. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility are standard throughout the lineup. That gives Corolla shoppers considerably more room to choose what matters to them, whether that's the simplicity of an LE, the look of an SE, the efficiency of a hybrid or one of those 2,500 anniversary cars. Sixty Years Later, Corolla Still Has a Pretty Simple Job The automotive world of 2027 looks almost nothing like the one the original Corolla entered in 1966. Yet Corolla still occupies a familiar place within it. It's a car people choose for commuting, school, first cars, family transportation and the thousands of ordinary trips that end up accounting for most of a vehicle's life. Around Simi Valley, that might mean a daily drive down the 118, trips toward Thousand Oaks or the San Fernando Valley, or simply having something efficient for errands and everyday driving around Ventura County. Technology has changed dramatically over those six decades. The reason a practical compact car continues to make sense hasn't. Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 Comes Standard on Every 2027 Corolla Every 2027 Corolla also comes standard with Toyota Safety Sense 3.0. The suite includes Pre-Collision System with Pedestrian Detection, Full-Speed Range Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Lane Departure Alert with Steering Assist, Lane Tracing Assist, Road Sign Assist, Automatic High Beams and Proactive Driving Assist. Blind Spot Monitor with Rear Cross-Traffic Alert is standard across the lineup as well. For a car designed to handle so much everyday driving, those aren't features reserved only for shoppers choosing one of the highest grades. They're part of every 2027 Corolla. Follow the 2027 Toyota Corolla at Simi Valley Toyota The standard 2027 Toyota Corolla lineup is expected to begin arriving at dealerships in fall 2026, with the 60th Anniversary Special Edition following in early 2027. Toyota says pricing for the anniversary model will be announced closer to its arrival. Until then, you can shop our current Toyota Corolla inventory, explore our Model Research pages or check our latest New Vehicle Specials at Simi Valley Toyota. If you're planning to replace your current vehicle, you can also Value Your Trade or request a Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer online. And for shoppers who would rather handle more of the process remotely, ask us about available Home Delivery options. Visit Simi Valley Toyota at 2380 First St. in Simi Valley, CA, and we'll help you compare the Corolla, Corolla Hybrid and the rest of Toyota's current lineup while we wait for the 60th Anniversary Edition to arrive.