Toyota C-HR and Honda CR-V perform well in latest Euro NCAP

Euro NCAP has released the safety ratings for the new Toyota C-HR and Honda’s CR-V.

The Toyota C-HR created an impact when it was initially on the market in 2016 with its unique and funky look. This second-generation model comes equipped with more technology and more space but is priced higher than its predecessor.

However, there is little doubt that Toyota continues to prioritise safety, as evidenced by its five-star Euro NCAP rating, the same rating it received in 2017 when the original car was tested.

In terms of technology, Euro NCAP said the Toyota C-HR’s autonomous emergency braking system performed particularly well, earning top marks in almost every test. The standard-fit driver monitoring system is indirect, relying on steering inputs and lane position to detect indicators of drowsy driving. A more sophisticated direct eye monitoring device is available as an option but was not fitted to Euro NCAP’s test vehicle.

The Honda CR-V 2.0 Hybrid comes next, with a solid four-star rating with base equipment and five stars when equipped with the optional Honda Sensing 360 package. The base car has a camera and a single radar: the safety pack includes corner radars to improve Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) performance in general, as well as in specific turning scenarios. The optional safety pack significantly enhanced AEB performance, particularly in terms of preventing collisions with pedestrians and vehicles.