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2017 Toyota C-HR debuts in Taiwan, three variants, 1.2 Turbo

The official arm of Toyota in Taiwan, Hotai Motor Co Ltd have unveiled their latest model there, which is the 2017 Toyota C-HR.

Taiwanese buyers can choose from three variants of the 2017 C-HR, with prices starting from TWD 899,000 (RM129,437) for the entry-level “Classic”, before moving up the TWD 959,000 (RM138,076) for the “Luxury” trim. The range-topping AWD model will cost TWD 1,079,000 (RM155,353).

All variants of the 2017 Toyota C-HR offered in Taiwan is powered by a 1.2-litre 8NR-FTS turbocharged engine with 116 PS and 185 Nm, mated to a Super CVT-i with seven virtual ratios.

The entry-level Toyota C-HR receives these kit:

  • 17-inch alloy wheels
  • Halogen projector headlights with manual leveling
  • Fabric seats
  • 7-inch touchscreen display infotainment system
  • 6 speakers
  • Leather-wrapped multifunction steering wheel
  • 4.2-inch MID
  • Rain-sensing auto wipers
  • Auto headlights
  • Dual-zone air-conditioning
  • ABS, EBD, Brake Assist
  • Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
  • Traction Control (TRC)
  • LED Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
  • Seven airbags
  • ISOFIX anchor points

Moving one level up to the Luxury trim adds these kit:

  • Smart entry with push start button
  • Electronic Parking Brake
  • Power folding side mirrors
  • Reverse camera
  • Chrome window trim
  • Rear privacy glass
  • Leather upholstery
  • Heated front seats
  • Piano black interior trim
  • Ambient lighting
  • Cruise control
  • Option to change roof colour (TWD 1,000 option)

Last but not least is the range-topping AWD trim.

  • LED Bi-Beam headlights with automatic leveling
  • LED lightbar tail lights
  • LED daytime running lights
  • LED front fog lights
  • Front and rear parking assist
  • Toyota Dynamic Torque Control (DTC) All-wheel drive system
  • Option to change roof colour (TWD 1,000 option)

The company aims to shift 2,000 units of the C-HR annually, with the mid spec Luxury trim expected to account for 60% of sales.

Via: u-car