Making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Toyota C HR Plus Pulse 2026 was announced in 2026. At its core, it features a 77 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 607 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces Front-wheel drive 165 kW (224 hp), enabling an acceleration of 7.3 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 160 km/h (99 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 42000 USD.
Looking at its competitor, the Polestar 3 Dual Motor officially made its debut in 2025. It is powered by a 106 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 635 km WLTP. When it comes to output, this EV produces All-Wheel Drive 400 kW (544 hp), enabling an acceleration of 4.7 sec 0-100 km/h (4.5 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 78000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | 2026 | 2025 |
| Release date | April 2026 | 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 165 kW (224 hp) | All-Wheel Drive 400 kW (544 hp) |
| Torque | - | 740 Nm (546 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 7.3 sec 0-100 km/h | 4.7 sec 0-100 km/h (4.5 sec 0-60 mph) |
| Top speed | 160 km/h (99 mph) | 230 km/h (143 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 77 kWh total | 106 kWh total |
| Battery type | Liquid-cooled Li-ion (400V type) | Liquid-cooled Li-ion (800V type) |
| Driving range | 607 km | 635 km WLTP |
| Consumption | 13.4 kWh/100 km | 19.1 kWh/100 km WLTP |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW; 10-80% in 4 h 48 m --- Type 2 22 kW; 20-80% in 2 h 12 min | Type 2 11 kW |
| Charging station | CCS 150 kW max, 10-80% in 28 min | CCS 350 kW, 10-80% in 22 min |
| Additional | - | V2G Plug-and-charge ready |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4530 x 1870 x 1595 mm (178.3 x 73.6 x 62.8 in) | - |
| Weight | 1885 kg unladen, 2520 kg gross | - |
| Wheels size | R18, R20 | R21, R22 |
| Trunk volume | 416 l | - |
| Front trunk | No | - |
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Display
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| Center screen | 14" touchscreen | 14.5" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 7" | 9" |
| Head-up display | No | Yes, projector type |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof | Panoramic glass roof with power shade | Panoramic glass roof |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, advanced park | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, front/reversing camera, Park Assist |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Wireless Apple CarPlay | Apple CarPlay |
| Miscellaneous | - | Three-zone air conditioning |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Front, side, rear, head airbag system | 9 airbags: side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system |
| Driving aids | EyeSight Driver Assist, Emergency Steering/Stop Assist, Automatic Pre-Collision Braking, Lane Change Assist, Lane Departure Prevention, Lane Tracing Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, Reverse Automatic Braking, Intersection Collision Avoidance Support, Blind Spot Monitor, Safe Exit Assist | 1 LiDAR, 5 radars, 5 cameras, 2 interior cameras, 12 sensors. Lane Keeping Aid, Blind Spot alert, Collision risk warning, Rear Cross traffic alert, Driver Alert Control, Road Sign information, Active high beam, Emergency brake lights, Collision avoidance (incl. cyclists and pedestrians), Collision warning at night, Lane Departure Warning, oncoming traffic collision avoidance, Cross Traffic Alert with brake support, Post-Impact Braking |
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| Price | 42000 USD | 78000 USD |