On January 20, Toyota Kirloskar Motor will launch the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV, the company’s first battery-electric vehicle for the Indian market. The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, Suzuki Motor Corporation’s first entirely electric car, serves as the basis for the electric SUV.
The Urban Cruiser EV will be manufactured at Maruti Suzuki’s Hansalpur factory in Gujarat, just like the e Vitara. With the exception of a few small design variations, both versions have the same set of features and specifications.
The Toyota Urban Cruiser EV will have dimensions of 4,275–4,285 mm for length, 1,800 mm for width, 1,640 mm for height, and 2,700 mm for wheelbase. It is based on the HEARTECT-e platform, which has a 5.2-meter turning radius and a flat floor layout. High-tensile steel is used in the construction, and a special battery protection framework is included.
The Urban Cruiser EV will come with two lithium-iron-phosphate battery options, rated at 49kWh and 61kWh, just like the e Vitara. According to Maruti Suzuki, the larger 61kWh battery has an ARAI-certified range of 543 kilometers on a single charge.
A permanent magnet synchronous motor provides the power, producing 105.8kW with the 49kWh battery and 128kW with the 61kWh pack. Both variants have a torque output rating of 192.5 Nm. Along with a special Snow mode, the electric SUV will have several drive modes, including Eco, Normal, and Sport. Additionally, one-pedal driving will be possible thanks to regenerative braking.
As demonstrated at the Bharat Mobility Global Expo 2025, the Urban Cruiser EV receives a somewhat different front-end treatment than the e Vitara. Although both versions have LED headlights, the front bumper has been redesigned and the units’ designs are different. With LED taillamps, the back design is almost unaltered. The electric SUV will have 18-inch alloy wheels.
The Urban Cruiser EV’s interior design is similar to that of the e Vitara. Ambient illumination is combined with black and dark grey finishes for the upholstery and trim. A 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster are located on the dashboard. A 360-degree surround-view camera, wireless charging, a JBL premium audio system, an electric sunroof, and a 10-way power-adjustable driver seat are among the key features.
A sliding rear seat arrangement improves back-seat comfort by enabling passengers to change the separation between the front and rear rows. Additionally, the back seats have a reclining feature and a 40:20:40 split-fold arrangement.
Regarding safety, the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV will come standard with seven airbags. Additionally, it will have tire pressure monitoring, an electronic parking brake, disc brakes on all four wheels, Level 2 ADAS, and e-Call emergency help. Over 50% high-tensile steel and an energy-absorbing battery mounting structure are used in the platform’s construction.
The Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, Mahindra BE 6, Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv.ev, MG ZS EV, and VinFast VF6 are some of the vehicles that the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV will compete with. We anticipate that the starting pricing (ex-showroom) will be approximately Rs 17 lakh.
Toyota Urban Cruiser EV FAQs
1. When will the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV be launched in India?
Toyota Kirloskar Motor will launch the Urban Cruiser EV in India on January 20.
2. What is the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV?
The Toyota Urban Cruiser EV is Toyota’s first fully electric vehicle for the Indian market, positioned as a compact electric SUV.
3. Is the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV based on another vehicle?
Yes, it is based on the Maruti Suzuki e Vitara, Suzuki Motor Corporation’s first all-electric SUV.
4. Where will the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV be manufactured?
The electric SUV will be manufactured at Maruti Suzuki’s Hansalpur plant in Gujarat.
5. How different is the Urban Cruiser EV from the Maruti e Vitara?
Both vehicles share the same platform, features, and powertrains, with minor design differences, mainly at the front bumper and lighting elements.
6. What platform underpins the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV?
It is built on the HEARTECT-e platform, designed specifically for electric vehicles.
7. What are the dimensions of the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV?
The Urban Cruiser EV measures approximately:
Length: 4,275–4,285 mm
Width: 1,800 mm
Height: 1,640 mm
Wheelbase: 2,700 mm
8. What battery options are available in the Urban Cruiser EV?
It will be offered with two LFP battery packs:
49kWh
61kWh
9. What is the driving range of the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV?
The 61kWh battery variant has an ARAI-certified range of up to 543 km on a single charge.
10. What motor and power output does the Urban Cruiser EV offer?
It uses a permanent magnet synchronous motor:
49kWh variant: 105.8kW
61kWh variant: 128kW
Both produce 192.5 Nm of torque.
11. What drive modes are available in the Urban Cruiser EV?
The SUV offers Eco, Normal, Sport, and Snow modes, along with regenerative braking and one-pedal driving capability.
12. What exterior design highlights does the Urban Cruiser EV feature?
Key exterior highlights include:
Redesigned front bumper
LED headlights and LED taillamps
18-inch alloy wheels
Flat-floor EV layout
13. What infotainment and interior features are included?
Key features include:
10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system
10.25-inch digital instrument cluster
Ambient lighting
JBL premium audio system
Wireless charging
Electric sunroof
10-way power-adjustable driver seat
14. Does the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV offer flexible seating?
Yes, it features:
Sliding rear seats
Reclining rear backrests
40:20:40 split-fold rear seats
15. What safety features are offered in the Urban Cruiser EV?
Safety highlights include:
7 airbags (standard)
Level 2 ADAS
Disc brakes on all wheels
Electronic parking brake
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
e-Call emergency assistance
16. What kind of body structure does the Urban Cruiser EV use?
Over 50% high-tensile steel is used, along with an energy-absorbing battery protection framework.
17. What is the turning radius of the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV?
The electric SUV has a 5.2-metre turning radius, aiding city maneuverability.
18. Which cars will compete with the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV?
Key rivals include:
Maruti Suzuki e Vitara
Hyundai Creta Electric
Tata Curvv.ev
Mahindra BE 6
MG ZS EV
VinFast VF6
19. What is the expected price of the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV?
The expected starting price is around ₹17 lakh (ex-showroom).
20. Why is the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV important for Toyota India?
The Urban Cruiser EV marks Toyota’s entry into India’s mass-market electric vehicle segment, strengthening its EV strategy in collaboration with Suzuki.
