I did too and honestly I think their opinion was way off.. I love my C-HR and so does anyone I show it to. Its the perfect size for fitting into small spaces and its very roomy in the front but the backs not that bad, yes it has blind spots but it doesnt bother me with the nice back up camera btw much better infortainment and quality then the honda and way roomier over a civic or corolla, that tall ugly kid doesnt know what hes talking about, he drives a old outdated Raptor.
The Toyota looks better and drives better to me, but I compared these two and bought the Honda. It was the Honda's all-wheel-drive, utility with "Magic-Seats", 20 more sq. ft. of cargo storage, driver's view, and strong reliability and resale value, that helped me make my choice.
Also, I love your box test. Now whenever I look at new cars, I think "but I wonder how many boxes it would fit." It's such a better measurement than cubic feet which tells me nothing. Keep up the good work! P.S. your Element review made me wish I kind of had one just for weekend cycling and paddleboarding trips.
I've used my HRV's magic seats about three times in a year. I've folded forwards the back seats about fifteen times. The smug satisfaction alone compared to the price of a Honda Civic was worth it.
I like this new format. Very unique among reviews. The cars you have done this with are likely to be compared by a buyer that has narrowed their list down.
Both cars fixed a lot of the complaints with the 2019 models. Example: Toyota now offers leather, Apple CarPlay, more safety features, and the backup camera is now seen through the infotainment screen, not the rearview mirror.
Too bad. You should have try one before making judgement. We own an HR-V and it run quite, save fuel and cruse nicely on the highway. Honda CVT is good unlike Nissan CVT. you set that in cruise and when going uphill the CUV just pull into the power band and hold it there and leave other cars/trucks behind while their traditional vehicle is trying to shift in and out of gear which cause more wears and tears on the engine....gear hunting, I guess.
Tous Shong will you never convince anyone that a CVT is good. One CVT may be better than another, but they’re all garbage compared to geared automatics.
Lol the buyers of this vehicle segment don’t care about transmission, come on dude. I hate CVT, way too rubber-band like, even the Honda one. Experienced it on a 2014 and 2016 Civic. Nope, I’ll take a geared automatic.
this C-HR is like from 2016 it's not at all like what they sell here in France, except of the style indeed, the climat control.. idk about the Honda tho but if they picked as poorly as the toyota.. i guess it's fair also i chose this car cause it is hybrid it's 5L/100km average, the sport mode is great imo ..so this review makes no sense anymore to me it's a different car really
Came here to say this... so good. TheStraightPipes is all about the chemistry between the hosts - like the Clarkson crew, Chemistry is hard to build and much hard to maintain but so worth it from an entertainment side. That and VFX... and the visor test of course.
what sad from the chip shortage I only found dealerships with the 2018 version. I got lucky to get the XLE version of 2019 this year for 26k. The 2020-2021 version are sold out or out of stock.
We actually wanted a smaller SUV but got the CRV after looking at the HRV and Crosstrek with AWD. Their pricing with awd and active safety was almost as expensive as the CRV-EX AWD, which is way bigger, luxurious, and faster...
I was interested in the HRV CHR and Juke all because they had similar styles. Ended up with the Honda HRV base model which still has a decent amount of features for being base model and fits my budget. Love it!
harrismi7 I work at a Honda dealership and I’ve driven the HR-V and they aren’t AWFUL I would never buy one personally. But they’re just kinda bleh. They have a HR-V sport and that’s all you would really need. I prefer the Nissan Juke that I drive.
I have the Honda HR-V. I wanted the Toyota CHR at first. I didn’t get it because it costed more then the HR-V but tbh, I don’t like both anymore after I saw this video and I should have gotten the Honda Civic. Oh well.🤷♀️ I should have seen this video first than buying the car that I have now🤦♀️🤦♀️🤦♀️
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Yeah, We got a HRV as well. It's practical and peppy around town but cruise nicely on the HWY and returns 28-29 MPG now it winter month and 30-32 in summer. Small yet lots of rooms for our needs. Love the CRV and better performance but it's getting too big for us.
Ive got an HRV as well, same color as the test car, I got the base model because I hated the touchscreen crap with the radio and climate controls. Some features I wish I had, but it wasnt worth the extra money. My wifes got a Fit and she would take the HRV all day every day. But shes getting a Civic when her lease is up.
Lol u guys got the literally shitty version of the Honda the one I have and sold in my country is hella more powerful and it has a electric hybrid dct transmission version.
You guys are one of the most refreshing channels I've stumbled across in a long time. So so so entertaining! Love your stuff. Great analysis, fun, funny, excellent camera work, and your guys chemistry is so damn entertaining. Keep up the great work.
Love your content guys. Love the energy. Greay job on every video! Can i make a request. Can you guys test the Honda Accord 2.0 Sport Manual (with the Type R de-tuned engine). Maybe even compare it to the type r haha. Would love to hear your thoughts.
I went from one extreme to the other... Mazda Miata to HR-V and I don't regret my choice at all... You guys forgot to mention though that you can at least get the HR-V with a manual in LX or EX trim! Otherwise good review and I pretty much agree with everything you guys said.
My mom have a CH-R Hybrid here in Norway and it have just 122 HP, but it is actually quite "fast" because of the electric motor. In any case, it feels faster than the non-hybrid version tested in this video.
I’ve driven one (i’m also from norway lol) and it’s pretty zippy and quick around town, but you can’t overtake anyone at high speed to save your life. It sucks when it’s running on the gas engine alone.
Chr and hrv [ called vezel] in asia are very premium not like those crappy versions. Ones here are premium . So Toyota are expensive than Audis Skodas , Peugeot, ford[which we never buy but these guys emphasis] Chr here have AWD, FULL TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE WITH MORE THAN 13 AUTONOMOUS OPTIONS, AUTO PARKING, LEATHER INTERIOR, FACTORY FITTED BODYKIT, GR VERSIONS, FULL LED HEAD AND TAIL LAMPS WHICH IS GORGEOUS. SEQUENTIAL TURNING LAPMS, VOICE ASSISTANT, ANDROID AUTO AND APPLE CARPLAY. AUTO DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRRORS, AUTO HEADLIGHTS, PANASONIC AC SYSTEM, SPORT KODE WHICH GIVES A HUDE ACCELERATION DIFFERENCE. JDM PEOPLE IN ASIA WHO GET SUPERB TOYOTAS SPECIALLY CHR AND LAND CRUISER DOESN'T CARE WHAT THIS NIGGAS TALK ABOUT. BECAUSE THESE GUYS GET THE SHITTTIIEST VERSION OF JAPANESE CARS
Am very glad we get a “proper” C-HR here in Europe. Have test driven one with the hybrid power train. Can see why someone would like to have it as a city car. The EU version also has more tech, like full LED headlights, a regular reversing camera, the traditional Toyota Navigation (which quite honestly isn’t much of a win, but at least doesn’t have that ugly plastic bezel), decent JBL speakers, etc. Only things I would want are: Android Auto / Apple CarPlay; slightly more powerful electric motor; better sound insulation.
In Europe the CHR has an optional hybrid power plant. But overall way too expensive compared to other "Compact" (which is midsized for EU) SUV's. Yes Toyota are ridiculously expensive where I live. A GT86 costs around 33K Euro's, which is over 40KUSD at the current exchange rate. the BRZ is about the same. And then they wonder why the car does not sell well... .
O wauw guys, this is buy far the best car comparison video I have ever watched. Regardless of the cars themselves, you are both so clear in speech and the way you kind of compete but still have fun is so relaxed to listen and watch. Thank you for this video. I'll pick the one that vits my budget best in this case, which will probably be the CHR, I can live with the little "off" aspects consider I only need the car for simple city driving and it's just me and my 7jr old little prince that need to drive in it. Again thank you so much for helping to make my choice way easier cause I don't need to spen any extra time at the dealer checking out these details.
Even the slow cars in North America are faster than many from the early 80's. I had a 1980 Ford Fiesta with all of 66 hp and loved the car, even though it was slow it felt sporty. To me it is more important how the car drives and comfort, especially seat comfort. It seem many new affordable cars are cutting cost in the seats which are just comfortable enough for a 15 minute test drive, and the first time you spend an hour in it you regret it.
Wow, Pretty early, I think i would go with the Honda for design. I just think that the Toyota has too much going on and looks a bit weird. I like more simple designs when it comes to design.
I have had my 2019 C-HR for 3 months, and I love it. I understand the points you make here, but my car is really fun to drive. Acceleration is slow, but I haven't had a problem merging. It has amazing safety features. It may not be for everyone, but I have been really happy with it.
Yea I don't get about both cars being slow.. I test drive both cars and they are pretty fast. Unless you are driving your car on a race track everyday to work, I dont see a point of having the fastest car on the road. It gets you nowhere on a regular street and wasting on a gas mileage. I have my car with a cvt transmission for over 11 years. I never have any major issue with the engine, just normal wear and tear on other part. It still run great! It is more about how you drive, being responsible on the road and taking care of your car. I understand that we all like different kind of car and its feature. No car should be called ugly or slow, it should be more avout what suit your daily life.
My mom has a CHR. The blind spot seemed like a minor inconvenience, but during daily driving, it is a PAIN to live with. And also, the AMMOUNT OF BODY ROLL is unreal.
HRV if I had to choose. And yes it does have Apple CarPlay and Android auto, not sure why you guys couldn’t get it to work. Anyway, another good review, keep up the work!
Great review -- you guys bring up everything that could be important to a shopper. 0 to 60 numbers aren't important for every car, especially in this class, LOL. Just by watching I like the looks of the Toyota, but not really sure which I would prefer without actually getting into and driving them.
I have a 2018 CHR with a light blue body and a white roof. I really like it. I’ve been driving it since the end of April. I’ve gotten complements on this car. I don’t know but I love this car
You guys forgot to mention that these cars are perfect as a daily driver for a family on a budget. My sister makes less than 20k a year and has 1 child. Shes a student and her fiance is the only one working. They need a reliable "SUVish" type vehicle. Something with enough room to take trips to Costco and bring the stroller along. This would be ideal for them. Affordable, simple, reliable!
Loved the special surprise at the end! 14:36 Never noticed the C-HR having that array animated turn signal. Shame both cars kinda cheap out on the infotainment. The C-HR is such an attractive bold design, its too bad mechanically under the hood in NA is lacking, wish they had brought over the hybrid versions that are available in Europe and Asia. Also you guys didn't really mention it feels like your in a prison in the back seat of the C-HR with how the C-Pillars are designed and how little light gets back there.
Thanks for the review but this is what I think they need to improve : Honda HR-V: Release a design refresh to fit to the other Honda line-up Add Android Auto and Apple Carplay Add Volume knob (like the Accord) Add more physical button instead of touch Improve cabin noise Toyota CH-R: Add AWD for sure Improve Better visibility in second row (need redesign I think) Add Android Auto and Apple Carplay integration change the "aftermarket" infotainment system Delete back up camera from mirror et move it to the infotainment system Improve cabin noise There's maybe more but I prefer the Honda because of the versatility of the back seat that remind me the Honda Fit and the All Wheel Drive.
Here in Brazil we have a version above the EXL, that's called Touring, and it has LED headlights and tailights, making it look much better in the front but unfortunetly we dont have 4WD, only FWD with a 1.8L engine (140Hp).
Honda all day paid $23,500 65,000 for my moms Honda HRV AWD. We purchased the car new in 2016 and have had 0 issues with the car just routine maintenance! Very easy to drive Toyota acceleration, braking, and steering is far more twitchy that the Honda!!
visually i like the toyota, but price ,practicality, options like awd etc makes me lean far more towards the Honda but with out leather , ill stick with my more powerful easier to see out the back and practical almost 20 year old CRV :) megabyte from reboot :D just not that horrible new reboot which is less reboot but shut off fantastic video :)
Man I love my 1999 CR-V manual :) I am finally shopping for a replacement, but I'm headed more in the wagon/hatchback direction for driving fun, rather than another SUV.
You need to understand that Toyota did not want to place anymore features in the C-HR because they are testing to see how much it sells. Once they see that people are interested in it and NOT COMPLAINING FOR EVERY LITTLE SHIT! then that is when they will deck this car out. In other countries their C-HR's have cool features except in the U.S. because we are filled with over privileged motherfuckers who complain about everything little, LITTLE detail on a car and thinks they deserve the world. That is also why the United States gets the most minimal brands can give, they simply don't want to deal with our bullshit. Don't believe me? Do your own research, look up Toyota's. Honda, Kia, etc... branding in other countries.
OK, chill out, yeah these are not supercars obviously, but for about 80% of the world's population these are dream family cars. Remember where you come from. You weren't born driving AMG Benzes and Porsches, were you? You failed to do your job in this video; giving your audience a solid, no bs, objective review. We get it, you guys review a lot of expensive cars and you're spoiled, BOOHOO!!!
Naw. We didn't drive that many crazy cars at the point of this video. These cars objectively aren't good. There's much better options in this class, like the Hyundai Kona
I like it better when Yuri and Jakub review hot hatches. 😏 That said.....again I've been entertained with a review about two vehicles I'd never give a second glance, yet today I watched the whole video and even laughed out loud a couple times. Good times.
Okay, I'll confess I was one of those lurkers that watch without subscribing. But today, you just had to make my day with an unexpected Reeboot reference! Subscribed!
I would buy the Honda any day. I think the Honda is more classy and a more premium car than the Toyota but that is my personal preference. I am just not a Toyota fan.
JDM Honda hrv (Honda vezel) has a Hybrid Varient with 1.5l which is over 160 HP and 190 Nm Torque with DCT Transmission and Pulls way better than 1.8 one. there is another turbocharged RS trim Level.
Toyota CH-R? NO awd, NO sunroof, NO leather, NO sirius/xm = NO SALE. I live in New England and there is a good reason you see NONE of these on the road and the Honda HR-V is everywhere. What the hell was Toyota thinking??
The main issue with the HR-V is it came out with the 9th gen. civic engine and infotainment system. Right when the 2016 10th gen civic came out. So on day 1, the HR-V was outdated and needed a serious update. It's as if they built the HRV with old civic parts. Yet, it's selling lol. I bet if you were to review it against the previous generation of compact crossover it would fit right in. But right now. It's dated.
alexvpaq brilliant analysis. In fact, when the HRV came out in 2016, it had the best tech package of its competitors. Toyota’s C-HR came out in 2017 year line and it had a one up on looks and style and tech. I would like to see what Honda will do with this vehicle when it refreshes its model in 2020. Remember, it’s a four year cycle.
I think Toyota was fucking stupid with the C-HR. They wanted to build a car for millennials and then the made it shit quality, gave it a shitty drivetrain, a shitty technology package, and bad safety features. Lots of potential, underutilized.
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