Toyota Urban Cruiser EV revealed; coming soon to UAE?
Key highlights
- Toyota Urban Cruiser EV revealed for the international markets
- Based on the Suzuki e Vitara's platform
- UAE launch possible by the end of 2025
Based on the Suzuki e Vitara, Toyota has revealed its electric car version. It will be called the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV and it will be offered with two battery packs and an AWD option. Toyota plans to introduce the Urban Cruiser EV on January 10 at the 2025 Brussels Motor Show. Check out the complete details of the upcoming Toyota EV in our detailed report below.
Additionally, if you are searching for a used Toyota SUV car in the UAE, check out our vast fleet of second-hand SUV cars. CARS24 pre-owned cars offer the best quality with top-notch maintenance records.
Also read: Electric Suzuki Vitara revealed- check all details
Toyota Urban Cruiser EV: design, interiors, features
The Urban Cruiser EV shares its platform with the Suzuki e Vitara. While the chassis and the dimensions are identical to the e Vitara, the Urban Cruiser EV has a different design outlook. Toyota has redesigned its front with a large smiling face design. A big chrome strip on the nose connects the LED headlights. The front bumper is also simpler in design with a bold appeal.
Meanwhile, its side profile has aerodynamic machine-cut alloy wheels that will get 18- and 19-inch options. The left front fender has a charging port for convenient charging. The rear design gets a coupe-like windscreen design with an integrated spoiler. A large connected LED light and a muscular bumper design embrace the masculinity of its appeal.
The cabin design is similar to the Suzuki e Vitara, apart from the Toyota logo on the steering wheel. The premium cabin appeal is enhanced by the unique design of the dashboard that gets a connected screen panel. Toyota is offering a 10.25-inch instrument console and a 10.1-inch infotainment screen on the Urban Cruiser EV. It also has a vertical AC vent design with aluminum highlights. The center console area has a wireless charging pad and drive mode selector. There are ample utility spaces in the cabin. Toyota has also confirmed that it'll get reclining rear seats with a 40:20:40 split ratio setup.
Some other crucial features of the Urban Cruiser EV are as follows:
- Panoramic sunroof
- Ambient lighting
- Leather upholstery
- Electric front seat adjustment with ventilation function
- Reclining rear seats
- Wireless phone connectivity including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Multiple drive modes
- ADAS features - adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring & assist, lane keep assist, front collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic alert, and more
- 360-degree parking camera
Also read: BAIC BJ30 launched in UAE - check details here
Toyota Urban Cruiser EV: battery, specs, range
Toyota will offer two battery pack options with the Urban Cruiser EV - 49kWh and 61kWh. Both of these battery options will get a FWD system, while the latter will also get an AWD system as optional. The 49kWh battery pack variants will churn 144hp of peak power and 189Nm of peak torque.
Meanwhile, the 61kWh battery pack variant with FWD will generate 174hp of peak power and 189Nm of peak torque. However, the AWD variant with the 61kWh battery pack will get an additional rear axle motor producing 65bhp more; taking the total to 184hp and 300Nm power and torque figures.
Toyota will also offer a 'Trail Mode' that will enable the AWD variant to conquer rough off-road sections easily. Moreover, different drive modes will help the driver by enhancing comfort and convenience. For now, Toyota has not revealed the range of the Urban Cruiser EV but we suspect that it'll be more than 350 km per charge for the bigger battery version.
Also read: Next-gen Hyundai Palisade revealed
Toyota Urban Cruiser EV: UAE launch timeline, price, rivals
The Urban Cruiser EV will be completely revealed at the upcoming Brussels Motor Show on January 10. Toyota will also reveal the launch plans for the Urban Cruiser during the same time. Our anticipation says that it'll debut in the UAE by late 2025. Upon its launch, the primary competitors will include the VW ID.4, the upcoming Hyundai Creta electric, and the MG ZS EV.
Our verdict
Toyota Urban Cruiser will be the first compact electric vehicle from the brand. With its rugged looks, comfortable cabin, and extended range, it can be a good alternative to its ICE rivals in the UAE. Additionally, Toyota's reliability and peace of mind ownership will encourage more buyers to opt for the upcoming Urban Cruiser EV in the UAE. Tell us what you think about the Urban Cruiser EV in the comments below.
Key highlights
- Toyota Urban Cruiser EV revealed for the international markets
- Based on the Suzuki e Vitara's platform
- UAE launch possible by the end of 2025
Based on the Suzuki e Vitara, Toyota has revealed its electric car version. It will be called the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV and it will be offered with two battery packs and an AWD option. Toyota plans to introduce the Urban Cruiser EV on January 10 at the 2025 Brussels Motor Show. Check out the complete details of the upcoming Toyota EV in our detailed report below.
Additionally, if you are searching for a used Toyota SUV car in the UAE, check out our vast fleet of second-hand SUV cars. CARS24 pre-owned cars offer the best quality with top-notch maintenance records.
Also read: Electric Suzuki Vitara revealed- check all details
Toyota Urban Cruiser EV: design, interiors, features
The Urban Cruiser EV shares its platform with the Suzuki e Vitara. While the chassis and the dimensions are identical to the e Vitara, the Urban Cruiser EV has a different design outlook. Toyota has redesigned its front with a large smiling face design. A big chrome strip on the nose connects the LED headlights. The front bumper is also simpler in design with a bold appeal.
Meanwhile, its side profile has aerodynamic machine-cut alloy wheels that will get 18- and 19-inch options. The left front fender has a charging port for convenient charging. The rear design gets a coupe-like windscreen design with an integrated spoiler. A large connected LED light and a muscular bumper design embrace the masculinity of its appeal.
The cabin design is similar to the Suzuki e Vitara, apart from the Toyota logo on the steering wheel. The premium cabin appeal is enhanced by the unique design of the dashboard that gets a connected screen panel. Toyota is offering a 10.25-inch instrument console and a 10.1-inch infotainment screen on the Urban Cruiser EV. It also has a vertical AC vent design with aluminum highlights. The center console area has a wireless charging pad and drive mode selector. There are ample utility spaces in the cabin. Toyota has also confirmed that it'll get reclining rear seats with a 40:20:40 split ratio setup.
Some other crucial features of the Urban Cruiser EV are as follows:
- Panoramic sunroof
- Ambient lighting
- Leather upholstery
- Electric front seat adjustment with ventilation function
- Reclining rear seats
- Wireless phone connectivity including Android Auto and Apple CarPlay
- Multiple drive modes
- ADAS features - adaptive cruise control, blind spot monitoring & assist, lane keep assist, front collision avoidance, rear cross-traffic alert, and more
- 360-degree parking camera
Also read: BAIC BJ30 launched in UAE - check details here
Toyota Urban Cruiser EV: battery, specs, range
Toyota will offer two battery pack options with the Urban Cruiser EV - 49kWh and 61kWh. Both of these battery options will get a FWD system, while the latter will also get an AWD system as optional. The 49kWh battery pack variants will churn 144hp of peak power and 189Nm of peak torque.
Meanwhile, the 61kWh battery pack variant with FWD will generate 174hp of peak power and 189Nm of peak torque. However, the AWD variant with the 61kWh battery pack will get an additional rear axle motor producing 65bhp more; taking the total to 184hp and 300Nm power and torque figures.
Toyota will also offer a 'Trail Mode' that will enable the AWD variant to conquer rough off-road sections easily. Moreover, different drive modes will help the driver by enhancing comfort and convenience. For now, Toyota has not revealed the range of the Urban Cruiser EV but we suspect that it'll be more than 350 km per charge for the bigger battery version.
Also read: Next-gen Hyundai Palisade revealed
Toyota Urban Cruiser EV: UAE launch timeline, price, rivals
The Urban Cruiser EV will be completely revealed at the upcoming Brussels Motor Show on January 10. Toyota will also reveal the launch plans for the Urban Cruiser during the same time. Our anticipation says that it'll debut in the UAE by late 2025. Upon its launch, the primary competitors will include the VW ID.4, the upcoming Hyundai Creta electric, and the MG ZS EV.
Our verdict
Toyota Urban Cruiser will be the first compact electric vehicle from the brand. With its rugged looks, comfortable cabin, and extended range, it can be a good alternative to its ICE rivals in the UAE. Additionally, Toyota's reliability and peace of mind ownership will encourage more buyers to opt for the upcoming Urban Cruiser EV in the UAE. Tell us what you think about the Urban Cruiser EV in the comments below.
