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Toyota Targets Tesla with All-Electric C-HR Launch in 2026

1/6/2026

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Toyota Launches C-HR

In 2026, Toyota plans to launch the all-electric C-HR in the United States to compete with Tesla, despite the loss of the federal EV tax credit.
The C-HR has previously seen success in Europe, selling over 1 million hybrid units.
Toyota's hybrid sales surged, with nearly half of all vehicles sold in 2025 being hybrids.
The 4Runner and Land Cruiser models thrived, with the Land Cruiser hybrid version increasing 51%.

Summary

Toyota Sales Surge

In 2025, Toyota and Lexus posted strong U.S. sales, with total vehicle sales over 2.5 million, up 8% from 2024.
Electrified vehicles accounted for 47% of total sales, nearly 1.2 million units, up 17.6%.
The Toyota Tacoma set a record with 274,638 units sold, up 42.4%.
Lexus had its best year, selling 370,260 vehicles, up 7.1%, though some models like the RAV4 Hybrid and Lexus LS declined.

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Historical Context

Since the launch of the Toyota Prius in 1997, over 17 million hybrid vehicles have been sold globally, with Europe accounting for 3 million by July 2020. In 2020, Toyota's hybrid sales in Europe surpassed 1 million units, driven by a strategic focus on electrification. The upcoming all-electric C-HR in 2026 aims to further enhance this momentum amid a competitive automotive landscape.

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Toyota Launches C-HR

In 2026, Toyota plans to launch the all-electric C-HR in the United States to compete with Tesla, despite the loss of the federal EV tax credit.
The C-HR has previously seen success in Europe, selling over 1 million hybrid units.
Toyota's hybrid sales surged, with nearly half of all vehicles sold in 2025 being hybrids.
The 4Runner and Land Cruiser models thrived, with the Land Cruiser hybrid version increasing 51%.

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