Toyota SUV enthusiasts, rejoice! The much-awaited Urban Cruiser is finally here, and it promises to be bigger, better, and safer than ever before. Toyota has left no stone unturned in its quest to design the perfect compact SUV, and the results speak for themselves.
The new Urban Cruiser is Bigger on Style. The first thing you'll notice about the new Urban Cruiser is its eye-catching design. Toyota has gone for a bold, modern look that's sure to turn heads. The bi-halogen projector headlamps are neatly framed with a chrome bezel, and are complemented by slimline LED DRLs that are split into two with a chrome strip in between. These merge into the piano black grille, which is flanked by a massive lower grille aperture with a honeycomb design. The silver ornamental skid plate adds an extra touch of class. The new Urban Cruiser is slightly wider and taller than its predecessor, and this has allowed for more cabin space. Whether you're a family of five or a group of friends heading out for a weekend adventure, you'll appreciate the added room. Toyota has also increased the ground clearance from 195mm to 210mm, which means that you can tackle rough terrain with ease. Choose Your Colour, The Urban Cruiser is available in a range of bi-tone colours for both the XS and XR models. There are seven options for the XS and four for the XR, so you're sure to find a combination that suits your style.
The interior continues with the stylish look and has More Features to Love. The new Urban Cruiser comes with a range of features designed to make your life easier. The infotainment screen is 7 inches and comes with Android Auto and wireless Apple Car Play. Bluetooth-connected telephony can all be managed via switches on the small-diameter multi-function steering wheel which, for the first time, has both tilt and telescopic adjustment. Push Start with Smart Entry and rear PDC. The driver’s seat is now height adjustable, and electric-fold mirrors are standard on both models. New and exclusive to the XR model is cruise control. All models of the new Urban Cruiser come with auto aircon and a reverse camera as standard.
Bigger on Safety
Safety has always been a top priority for Toyota, and the new Urban Cruiser is no exception. The vehicle now comes with VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) as standard across the range. This means that you'll have added peace of mind when driving, as the system can detect and correct any loss of traction before it becomes a problem. There is now a rear centre headrest along with a third rear ELR seatbelt which is now also standard, And the XR models gain side and curtain airbags on top of the standard driver and passenger bags.
The new Urban Cruiser offers peace of mind driving with the familiar 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine delivering 77kW and 138Nm of torque. Providing animated performance with a top speed of 170 and 175 km/h for the manual and auto respectively, fuel consumption is claimed to be 6,1 L/100km. Buyers can choose between a 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed automatic (XR) - all driving the front wheels
The new urban cruiser comes with a Service Plan of 4 years/60 000km. A 3-year/100 000 km warranty is also provided. Service intervals are at 12 months/15 000 km. Customers can purchase an additional service plan and warranty options via the extensive 220-strong dealer networK.
Overall, the all-new Urban Cruiser from Toyota is a vehicle that ticks all the boxes. It's bigger, better, and safer than previous models, with a range of features designed to make your life easier. With its bold, modern design and range of bi-tone colours, the Urban Cruiser is a vehicle that's sure to turn heads. If you're in the market for a compact SUV, the new Toyota Urban Cruiser is definitely worth a closer look.
Prices:
Urban Cruiser 1.5 XS MT – R 329 400
Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR MT – R 347 400
Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR AT – R 369 900