Toyota is getting ready to launch its much-awaited Urban Cruiser Electric Vehicle (BEV) in India before the end of this year or in early 2026. This will be a big step for the Japanese car maker as it enters the main market for electric SUVs in the country. After being shown to the world in Brussels, the Urban Cruiser BEV was also shown in India at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo earlier this year, and many people interested in electric cars were excited about it.
This five-seat electric SUV is built on the same base as the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara and will be made at Suzuki Motor Corporation’s factory in Gujarat. It will be sold both in India and other countries. This working together of the two companies uses the good points of both, promising a well-made electric car that is priced competitively.
Design and Size
The Toyota Urban Cruiser BEV has a modern look with a dashboard that is set low and goes across, which should make it easier to see the road ahead. It is 4,285 mm long, and the distance between the front and back wheels is 2,700 mm. This means it has a roomy inside, with more space than the Maruti Suzuki version. The outside also looks good with a shiny strip connecting the front lights, lights that come on during the day in 12 parts, stylish wheels, black trim on the doors, a spoiler on the roof, and a strong back bumper.
Battery and How It Drives
For India, the Urban Cruiser BEV will be like the one sold in other countries, with two battery choices:
- 49 kWh: This battery will work with a system that powers the front wheels, giving out 144 hp of power.
- 61 kWh: The bigger battery will be available with both front-wheel drive (FWD) and all-wheel drive (AWD). The FWD version will produce 174 hp, while the AWD version will have more power at 184 hp because it has an extra motor on the back wheels.
Toyota says the Urban Cruiser BEV will be able to travel over 500 km on a single charge, which is something many people worry about when buying an electric car. The car will also have fast charging, so you can fill up the battery quicker.
Expected Features
We don’t yet know exactly what will be inside the Indian version, but the Urban Cruiser BEV is likely to have many modern features, possibly including:
- Two digital screens for showing information and entertainment.
- Wireless charging for phones.
- A simple dashboard design with two colors or just black.
- A glass roof that doesn’t open for the front seats.
- A rearview mirror that gets darker automatically.
- A camera that shows all around the car.
- A parking brake that works electronically.
Expected Price and Who It Will Compete With
We don’t know the exact price of the Toyota Urban Cruiser BEV in India yet. However, because it shares its base and is made in the same factory as the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara, it is expected to be priced somewhere between ₹18 lakh and ₹25 lakh (without taxes).
When it launches, the Toyota Urban Cruiser BEV will compete with other electric SUVs in the Indian market, such as:
- Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara
- Tata Curvv EV
- Mahindra BE.6
- Hyundai Creta Electric
- Tata Nexon EV
- MG ZS EV
In Conclusion
The upcoming launch of the Toyota Urban Cruiser BEV is a big move for Toyota in the Indian electric car market. With its spacious inside, good expected range, and likely competitive price, it has a good chance of being a strong player in the fast-growing electric SUV market. The fact that it is made alongside the Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara makes its chances even better, as it uses the manufacturing skills and wide reach of both companies. As the year goes on, we will learn more about its features and price, which will create even more excitement for this electric SUV.