Toyota is planning to launch a new car under the ‘Urban Cruiser’ branding in India. Slated to be known as the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor, the new model will rival the likes of Tata Punch and Hyundai Exter. The company introduced a Maruti Vitara Brezza-based version in 2020. However, it was discontinued in 2022. Meanwhile, the Brezza received a generation change. Later, Toyota came up with the Urban Cruiser Hyryder. Now, the Japanese brand is planning to introduce a new model in the sub-4-metre SUV category. There are good chances it will be a derivative of the Maruti Fronx.
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Toyota Urban Cruiser to Feature Revised Front-end
Even though the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor will be based on the Fronx, it will get some new soft parts. In fact, it could incorporate elements from the Urban Cruiser HyryderThere are good chances it will come with a new bumper, new grille and different alloy wheels. On the inside, the upcoming car is likely to come with a new dual-tone interior theme. There will be a Toyota badge on the steering wheel boss.
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor will become the most affordable model in Toyota’s portfolio. It’s noteworthy that there’s been a burgeoning demand for sub-4-metre SUVs. With the B-SUV segment brimming with many offerings, carmakers are now focussing on ‘Micro-SUV’ segment with hatchback-based models. The latest entrant has been the Hyundai Exter. Meanwhile, the Tata Punch has been a segment-leader since its introduction. Naturally, Toyota would want to offer a solid contender of its own. The Urban Cruiser Taisor is likely to be Toyota’s champion in the ring. The launch should take place during the festive season.
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Same Specs as Maruti Fronx
The upcoming car will have the same 1.2-litre K-series naturally aspirated petrol engine as the Fronx. This motor offers 89 bhp and 113 Nm of peak power and torque. For transmission, it will come with a 5-speed manual or an AMT gearbox. On the other hand, the 1.0-litre Boosterjet turbocharged petrol engine will also be on offer. It outputs 99 bhp and 148 NM of peak torque. It can be paired with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed torque converter automatic gearbox. Safety features will include up to six airbags, ABS with EBD, an electronic stability program (ESP), and ISOFIX child seat anchorages.
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