Toyota unveiled the Urban Cruiser EV in December 2024 as part of its strategic collaboration with Suzuki. It’s a badge‑engineered sibling to the Maruti Suzuki e‑Vitara, sharing the same electric architecture but distinguished by Toyota’s design touches. The production version is expected to debut globally at the Brussels Motor Show in early 2025, with a launch in Europe (UK included) by the third quarter and India following in the second half of 2025 Gaadi Waadi+14India Today+14The DDS+14.

Design & Dimensions

• The Urban Cruiser EV embraces an “Urban Tech” design philosophy featuring a signature slim LED “hammerhead” front fascia, vertical air inlets at the bumper corners, and a sleek chrome‑band across the front Autocar India+3The Financial Express+3EVO India+3.
• Wheels: 18‑ or 19‑inch aero‑optimized alloys wrapped in stylish covers to enhance range and reduce drag The DDS+3The Financial Express+3Team-BHP.com+3.
• Measurements:
  • Length: 4,285 mm
  • Width: 1,800 mm
  • Height: 1,640 mm
  • Wheelbase: 2,700 mm
  • Turning radius: ~5.2 m Gaadi Waadi+7India Today+7www.ndtv.com+7www.ndtv.com+3The Financial Express+3The Times of India+3.
• Exterior tweaks over the e‑Vitara include grille styling, front bumper design, and signature LED rear lighting across the tailgate.

Interior & Features

• Dual‑screen layout: A 10.25″ digital instrument panel sits beside a 10.1″ infotainment touchscreen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support are standard, complemented by a premium JBL audio system and wireless charging humansofev.info+14The Financial Express+14The DDS+14.
• Plush cabin trim in black/dark grey, ambient lighting with 12 colours, a fixed sunroof, and sliding/reclining rear seats (40:20:40 split) enhance comfort and flexibility India Today+1EVO India+1.
• Safety and ease features include ADAS with Level‑2 driver assistance (pre‑collision systems, adaptive cruise control, lane‑keep assist), 360° camera, six airbags, automatic parking brake with auto‑hold, blind‑spot monitoring, and more The Financial Express+5The DDS+5India Today+5.

Powertrain & Range

Built on a BEV-dedicated skateboard platform developed with Suzuki and Daihatsu, the Urban Cruiser EV offers:

• Battery Options: 49 kWh or 61 kWh lithium‑iron phosphate (LFP) packs humansofev.info+14India TV News+14The Financial Express+14.
• Drive Layouts:
  • 49 kWh FWD: ~142 bhp (106 kW), 189 Nm torque
  • 61 kWh FWD: ~172 bhp (128 kW), 189 Nm
  • 61 kWh AWD: dual motors with combined ~181–184 bhp (135 kW), 300 Nm torque Autocar India+12India Today+12Elctrik+12.
• Terrain Modes: AWD trims get Trail Mode and downhill‑assist; FWD trims feature Snow Mode for slippery surfaces The DDS+2India Today+2The Verge+2.
• Performance estimates:
  • Top speed: ~150 km/h
  • 0–100 km/h: ~9.6 s (FWD 49 kWh), 8.7 s (FWD 61 kWh), 7.4 s (AWD) Wikipedia.
• Range: Not officially announced; likely WLTP estimates:
  • ~330 km (49 kWh),
  • 400–500 km (61 kWh, especially AWD) ElctrikWikipediaAutocar India.

Charging & Connectivity

• Charging specs:
  • Home AC charger (~3.3 kW): ~20 hours
  • Wall box (~11 kW): ~6.5 hours
  • DC fast charger (150 kW): 10–80% in ~35 minutes www.ndtv.com+13Sinpr.in+13EVO India+13.
• Connected features via Toyota Connect app: remote start, scheduled charging, battery monitoring, OTA updates, built‑in navigation with charging stations, and predictive range display Sinpr.in.

Manufacturing, Launch & Pricing

• Produced at Maruti Suzuki’s Gujarat plant, and expected to be exported globally from India reuters.com+5India Today+5RushLane+5.
• Urban Cruiser EV will be Toyota India’s first full‑electric SUV, with the Maruti e‑Vitara preceding it Sinpr.in+14India Today+14India TV News+14.
• Pricing expectation: ₹20 lakh–₹30 lakh (ex‑showroom) in India; UK pricing under £35,000 (~₹38 lakh) ZigWheels.com+3Autocar India+3The Financial Express+3.

Competitors & Market Positioning

• Will enter India’s burgeoning EV SUV segment, competing with the likes of Hyundai Creta EV, MG ZS EV, Mahindra BE.6e, Tata Curvv EV and technology-leading electric rivals Autocar India+3Autocar India+3The Financial Express+3.
• Globally, it aims at models like Volvo EX40, Peugeot e‑3008, and Mini Aceman, positioned as a premium compact EV alternative with Toyota reliability The Sun.

Final Thoughts

The Toyota Urban Cruiser EV represents Toyota’s electric breakthrough in India and Europe. By leveraging Maruti Suzuki’s EV platform, Toyota brings an EV that blends premium features, design refinement, and proven build quality. With flexible battery/motor configurations, smart charging capabilities, ADAS features, and competitive pricing, it stands poised to make EV ownership more accessible—without sacrificing sophistication.

Stay tuned as launch draws nearer—the EV era for Toyota is here, and this SUV is just the beginning.