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How the all-electric C-HR stacks up against the Kia EV3 and Nissan Leaf, on range, power and charging.
The 2027 Toyota C-HR is a compact electric SUV with standard all-wheel drive and a NACS charging port. Small electric SUVs are a growing group, so here is how it compares with two rivals, the Kia EV3 and the Nissan Leaf, using each manufacturer's published figures. Valley Hi sells all three brands, so we can talk through the differences honestly.
Range figures are manufacturer estimates, not EPA ratings. Your range will vary with driving conditions, weather and charging habits.
The EV3 is Kia's small electric SUV, and it comes with two battery sizes. Toyota and Kia both publish their range as estimates.
| 2027 Toyota C-HR | 2027 Kia EV3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 74.7 kWh | 58.3 kWh or 81.4 kWh |
| Range (manufacturer estimate) | 287 mi (SE), 273 mi (XSE) | Up to 220 mi (58.3 kWh), up to 320 mi (81.4 kWh, FWD) |
| Drive | Standard AWD, dual motors | FWD on 58.3 kWh, AWD optional or standard on 81.4 kWh trims |
| Power | 338 hp net combined | 288 hp (GT), other trims not listed |
| DC fast charge, 10% to 80% | About 30 min | About 29 min (58.3 kWh), about 31 min (81.4 kWh) |
| Charging port | NACS | NACS |
| Max cargo | 59.5 cu ft | 56.5 cu ft behind first row |
The takeaway: the EV3's larger battery lists the longest range here, but Kia's 320 miles is for a front-wheel-drive model, while every C-HR is AWD. The C-HR lists more power than the EV3 GT, and the two charge in about the same time.
The Leaf has been around the longest of the three, and the redesigned third generation is a crossover with a NACS port.
| 2027 Toyota C-HR | 2026 Nissan Leaf | |
|---|---|---|
| Battery | 74.7 kWh total capacity | Up to 75 kWh usable |
| Range (manufacturer estimate) | 287 mi (SE), 273 mi (XSE) | Up to 303 mi (S+ grade) |
| Charging port | NACS | NACS with Plug & Charge |
| Drive | Standard AWD | Not listed in Nissan's release |
The takeaway: the Leaf lists up to 303 miles for its S+ grade, a little more than the C-HR's 287. Toyota quotes total battery capacity while Nissan quotes usable capacity, so the battery sizes are not directly comparable.
Want more on the C-HR itself? Read the 2027 C-HR range and charging guide, or see how it compares with the Toyota bZ.
Range is only one part of the picture. Charging access, how you drive and the climate all matter, so a test drive is the best way to compare.
Toyota's manufacturer estimate is 287 miles for the SE with 18-inch wheels and 273 miles for the XSE with 20-inch wheels. These are estimates and not EPA ratings, and your range will vary with conditions.
The C-HR has a NACS port with Level 3 DC fast charging. Under ideal conditions, Toyota says charging from 10% to 80% takes about 30 minutes.
Yes. All-wheel drive is standard on the 2027 C-HR, with dual electric motors that make 338 net combined system horsepower, according to Toyota.
The C-HR lists standard AWD and 338 hp, while the EV3 offers a smaller 58.3 kWh battery and a larger 81.4 kWh battery. Kia estimates up to 320 miles for the larger battery on a front-wheel-drive model, and up to 220 miles for the smaller one. Those are Kia estimates and not EPA ratings, so a test drive is a good way to compare.
Valley Hi Toyota is at 14612 Valley Center Dr in Victorville. You can browse C-HR inventory online and schedule a test drive. Inventory changes often, so call (866) 632-6290 to confirm a vehicle is available before you visit.
The best way to compare electric SUVs is to drive them. Browse C-HR inventory, then schedule a test drive at Valley Hi Toyota, 14612 Valley Center Dr in Victorville.
Range figures are manufacturer estimates and not EPA ratings. Kia EV3 and Nissan Leaf figures come from Kia and Nissan releases. Specifications vary by trim and model year. Actual range will vary.
