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Toyota C-HR (2017–2026)

Small SUV · Dealer Honesty Score 5/10 (Medium)

Striking crossover with a speed bong that fires for even 1mph over — and you have to switch it off manually every single time you start the car.

Sub-scores — Beeps/nags: 4/10, Screen usability: 6/10, Build quality: 7/10

Nuisance noises & unstoppable warnings

RSA speed-limit warning

Fires for even 1mph over the limit.

Resets every drive: YES · Can disable: PARTIAL

Workaround: Switch it off manually each drive — there is no way to make it stay off.

Issue: No permanent off: the setting resets every time you start the car.

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Honest verdict

The C-HR looks great and runs on a dependable hybrid, but the RSA speed bong fires for even 1mph over the limit and you have to switch it off manually every single time you start the car — there is no way to make it stay off. A stylish crossover saddled with one daily irritation you can never permanently silence.

Frequently asked questions

How do I turn off the rsa speed-limit warning on the Toyota C-HR?
Switch it off manually each drive — there is no way to make it stay off. Bear in mind it resets every time you start the car, so you'll need to do this at the start of each drive.
What is the most annoying thing about the Toyota C-HR?
The RSA speed bong fires for even 1mph over the limit. We score its overall annoyance at 5/10 on our Dealer Honesty Scale — liveable, but with real quirks.
Is the Toyota C-HR (2017–2026) worth buying?
The C-HR looks great and runs on a dependable hybrid, but the RSA speed bong fires for even 1mph over the limit and you have to switch it off manually every single time you start the car — there is no way to make it stay off. A stylish crossover saddled with one daily irritation you can never permanently silence.

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