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Toyota C-HR+ vs Vauxhall Combo Life (2021-2024)
Selected trimStandard RangeChange trim283 mi · 58 kWh · £34,495
Selected trim50kWh · 2021-24174 mi · 50 kWh · £34,110
At a glance
In this comparison, Toyota C-HR+ leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Vauxhall Combo Life counters with the lowest price.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Toyota C-HR+ if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- 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 Toyota C-HR+ wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueToyota
Toyota
6.3
Vauxhall
5.3
Motorway RangeToyota
Toyota
5
Vauxhall
2.4
FamilyToyota
Toyota
6.6
Vauxhall
5.4
ChargingToyota
Toyota
4.4
Vauxhall
3.8
Cost Per MileToyota
Toyota
9.1
Vauxhall
2.1
City Driving
Toyota
5.1
Vauxhall
5.4
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 | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £34,495 | £34,110 (better) |
| Official range | 283 miles (better) | 174 miles |
| Boot space | 416 L | 775 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.4 sec (better) | 11.7 sec |
Size Comparison
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Toyota C-HR+
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Length
Toyota C-HR+4,520mm
Vauxhall Combo Life4,410mm-110mm
Width
Toyota C-HR+1,870mm-51mm
Vauxhall Combo Life1,921mm
Height
Toyota C-HR+1,595mm-217mm
Vauxhall Combo Life1,812mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,520 mm | 4,410 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,870 mm (better) | 1,921 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,107 mm |
| Height | 1,595 mm | 1,812 mm |
| Turning circle | 11 m | 10.8 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 530 mm spare (better) | 479 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 416 L | 775 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 2130 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Toyota C-HR+ Standard Range |  Vauxhall Combo Life 50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.52m | 4.41m-110mm |
| Width | 1.87m | 1.92m+51mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.11m |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.81m+217mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.75m | 2.79m+35mm |
| Ground Clearance | 185mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 416L | 775L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 2130L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 11m | 10.8m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,828kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 283 mi (better) | 174 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £34,495 | £34,110 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,995 (-£1,500) | £34,110 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | MPV |
| Available | 2026+ | 2021–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 283 miles (better) | 174 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 235 miles (better) | 145 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 58 kWh (better) | 50 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.4 sec (better) | 11.7 sec |
| Power | 123 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 270 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.
Toyota C-HR+
Standard Range
Vauxhall Combo Life
50kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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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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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
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)
Euro NCAP - Vauxhall Combo Life 50kWh
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users58%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Toyota C-HR+Standard Range | Vauxhall Combo Life50kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Toyota C-HR+
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Vauxhall Combo Life
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Toyota C-HR+ or the Vauxhall Combo Life?
The Vauxhall Combo Life is £385 cheaper to buy. The Toyota C-HR+ is cheaper to charge, roughly £136 a year versus £192 for the Vauxhall Combo Life, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £105 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Toyota C-HR+ and Vauxhall Combo Life like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 235 miles for the Toyota C-HR+ and 145 miles for the Vauxhall Combo Life - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Toyota C-HR+ goes roughly 91 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 30-30 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Toyota C-HR+ or the Vauxhall Combo Life?
The Toyota C-HR+ is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 51 mm narrower than the Vauxhall Combo Life. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 530 mm of total clearance for the Toyota C-HR+ and about 479 mm of total clearance for the Vauxhall Combo Life.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Toyota C-HR+ or the Vauxhall Combo Life?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Toyota C-HR+ and 84% for the Vauxhall Combo Life. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
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Data accuracy
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