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2020Compact CarsRegular

2020 Toyota C-HR

EPA ID: 42145
27
City MPG
29
Combined MPG
29MPG· Average
31
Highway MPG

Fuel Economy Overview

The 2020 Toyota C-HR achieves an EPA-estimated 29 MPG in combined city and highway driving, with 27 MPG in the city and 31 MPG on the highway. Powered by a 2L 4-cylinder engine paired with a automatic (av-s7), this compact cars features Front-Wheel Drive drive.

In terms of environmental impact, the 2020 C-HR produces approximately 305 grams of CO2 per mile. This figure is measured under standardized EPA test conditions and represents tailpipe emissions only. For context, the average new vehicle sold in the United States produces approximately 400 grams of CO2 per mile, meaning this C-HR performs better than the national average in this regard.

The estimated annual fuel cost for this vehicle is $2,050, based on 15,000 miles of driving per year and current national average fuel prices. Compared to the average new vehicle, you would spend $500 over a 5-year period. This calculation accounts for differences in fuel consumption efficiency and provides a practical measure of long-term ownership costs attributable to fuel economy.

Energy DNA

Vehicle ClassCompact Cars
Fuel TypeRegular
Engine2L 4-cyl
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
TransmissionAutomatic (AV-S7)
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive

Green Scorecard

CO2 Emissions305 g/mi
Start-Stop SystemNot Equipped
GHG Score6/10
Smog RatingN/A
Est. Annual Cost$2,050
5-Year Cost DeltaSpend $500

Personalized Commute CalculatorEPA defaults to 55% City / 45% Hwy

55% City45% Highway

Adjust the slider to match your daily driving habits. City driving involves stop-and-go traffic under 45mph, while highway driving represents sustained speeds over 55mph.

Your Real MPG
28.7
Impact vs EPA
+$21
/ year
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Aerodynamic Speed Penalty

EPA highway tests average roughly 48 mph. Driving at 75 mph increases aerodynamic drag exponentially. Expect your real-world highway fuel economy to drop by roughly 15-20% at interstate speeds.

5-Year Total Cost of Ownership

Estimated Monthly Cost
$523/mo
Includes estimated depreciation, fuel, insurance, and state fees over 5 years. Does not include loan interest.
15,000 mi
Value Depreciation
Est. value lost over 60 months
$14,000
44.7%
Fuel & Electricity
Based on National Average rates ($3.50/gal)
$9,052
28.9%
Estimated Insurance
Based on vehicle class risk profile
$7,900
25.2%
State Registration Fees
Based on National Average DMV base rates
$400
1.3%
Total 5-Year Cost$31,352

Recall Intelligence

Campaign #19V877000·2020-02-07
critical
Component: SEAT BELTS: REAR/OTHER:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2019-2020 C-HR and 2020 Corolla and Corolla Hybrid vehicles equipped with rear seat belt assemblies with a dual-mode locking mechanism. The seat belt webbing sensor locking mechanism may not lock as intended.

Consequence & Remedy

Consequence: In the event of a crash involving multiple impacts, the seat belt may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear seat belt assembly production dates, and replace the assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2020. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371. Toyota's numbers for this recall are 19TB22 and 19TA22.

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NHTSA FARS (Fatal Crash History) and broader generational safety trends are aggregated at the model level rather than by specific engine configurations. View the complete historical data profile for all Toyota C-HR configurations.

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Fuel Cost Analysis

Annual Fuel Cost$2,050
vs. Avg Vehicle (5 yrs)Spend $500

Based on 15,000 miles/year and current fuel prices.

Efficiency Breakdown

City27 MPG
Highway31 MPG
Combined29 MPG

Estimated Lifetime Carbon Footprint

(Based on 200,000 miles driven)

61.0 metric tons CO₂
Equivalent To:
🌳 75 tree seedlings grown for 10 yrs
✈️ 5.1 cross-country flights/yr

Data Provenance

Data directly from the EPA National Vehicle and Fuel Emissions Laboratory. The combined rating is a weighted average (55% city, 45% highway). For official figures, visit fueleconomy.gov.