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AION V vs Toyota C-HR+
Selected trimPremium317 mi · 75 kWh · £36,450
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,495
At a glance
In this comparison, AION V leads on motorway range and charging speed, while the Toyota C-HR+ leads on running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the AION V if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
Choose the Toyota C-HR+ if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The AION V edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
AION
6.7
Toyota
6.3
Too close to call
Motorway RangeAION
AION
6.2
Toyota
5
Family
AION
6.6
Toyota
6.6
Too close to call
ChargingAION
AION
6.4
Toyota
4.4
Cost Per MileToyota
AION
6.2
Toyota
9.1
City Driving
AION
4.8
Toyota
5.1
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | AION VPremium | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £36,450 | £34,495 (better) |
| Official range | 317 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Boot space | 427 L (better) | 416 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 25 min (better) | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 8.4 sec |
Size Comparison
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AION V
Toyota C-HR+
Length
AION V4,605mm
Toyota C-HR+4,520mm-85mm
Width
AION V1,854mm-16mm
Toyota C-HR+1,870mm
Height
AION V1,660mm
Toyota C-HR+1,595mm-65mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | AION VPremium | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,605 mm | 4,520 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,854 mm (better) | 1,870 mm |
| Height | 1,660 mm | 1,595 mm |
| Turning circle | 11.2 m | 11 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 546 mm spare (better) | 530 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | AION VPremium | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 4 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 427 L (better) | 416 L |
Full specifications
| Specification |  AION V Premium |  Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.61m | 4.52m-85mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.87m+16mm |
| Height | 1.66m | 1.59m-65mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.75m-25mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 185mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 427L (better) | 416L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11.2m | 11m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,920kg | 1,828kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 75kWh (better) | 58kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 317 mi (better) | 283 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 180kW (better) | 150kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £36,450 | £34,495 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £36,450 (not eligible) | £32,995 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | AION VPremium | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 317 miles (better) | 283 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 264 miles (better) | 235 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 25 min (better) | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 180 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 75 kWh (better) | 58 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | AION VPremium | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.7 sec (better) | 8.4 sec |
| Power | 147 kW (better) | 123 kW |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 269 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
AION V
Premium
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Toyota C-HR+
Standard Range
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - AION V Premium
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant88%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users79%
Safety Assist78%
Euro NCAP - Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant85%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users86%
Safety Assist79%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | AION VPremium | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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AION V
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Toyota C-HR+
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Frequently asked questions
Is the AION V worth the extra £1,955 over the Toyota C-HR+?
The AION V costs £1,955 more than the Toyota C-HR+. For that premium it adds 34 miles more WLTP range and 30 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the AION V comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the AION V or the Toyota C-HR+?
The Toyota C-HR+ is £1,955 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Toyota C-HR+ comes out roughly £2,075 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the AION V and Toyota C-HR+ like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 264 miles for the AION V and 235 miles for the Toyota C-HR+ - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The AION V goes roughly 29 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 25-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the AION V or the Toyota C-HR+?
The two are within 16 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 546 mm of total clearance for the AION V and about 530 mm of total clearance for the Toyota C-HR+.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the AION V or the Toyota C-HR+?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the AION V and 84% for the Toyota C-HR+. That gives the AION V a modest edge in retained real-world range. The AION V's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Toyota C-HR+'s NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .