Explore the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid: Features, Mileage, and Price
Discover the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, a standout in its segment. This article covers the top-tier V Hybrid model, offering a detailed overview of its features, impressive mileage, and pricing. It’s designed to provide a comprehensive look at what makes this vehicle a compelling choice for car enthusiasts.
Pricing and Variants
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder starts with its base model at an ex-showroom price of ₹11,34,000. For the top model, the V Hybrid with automatic transmission, the ex-showroom price is ₹19,99,000. On the road in Lucknow, this model is priced at approximately ₹23,21,000. A key benefit of the hybrid system is its excellent fuel efficiency, offering between 26 to 27 km/l.
The Hyryder is available in four variants: E (the base model), S, G, and V (the top model). It offers both petrol and CNG engine options. The CNG option is available with the S and G variants.
Exterior Design and Features
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder boasts a solid road presence, especially in black. The design reflects a collaboration, sharing some elements with other vehicles in its class.
The front profile features a large Toyota logo in the center of the grille. A continuous chrome treatment extends from one DRL (Daytime Running Light) indicator to the other. For enhanced visibility, a 360-degree camera is integrated into the front grille. The lower grille is finished in glossy black. The indicators and DRLs are well-placed, and the vehicle is equipped with an LED automatic headlamp setup, surrounded by chrome. The front also includes a sturdy engine suspension setup and an engine guard.
With a ground clearance of approximately 210 mm, the Hyryder offers one of the best clearances in its segment. It comes with manual wipers and automatic headlamps. The roof features a panoramic sunroof.
From the side, the vehicle showcases 17-inch stylish alloy wheels with a Toyota logo. It has disc brakes on both the front and rear wheels, fitted with Apollo radial tires (215/60 R17 section). The side profile includes black cladding and ‘Hybrid’ badging. The ORVMs (Outside Rear View Mirrors) are electrically adjustable and foldable, incorporating turn indicators and a 360-degree camera. The A and B pillars match the body color, while the roof rails are finished in silver, complementing the panoramic sunroof. Chrome garnish runs along the window line. Request sensors are present on both the driver and co-driver sides for keyless entry.
The fuel filler cap is located on the side, requiring an internal release. The fuel tank capacity is 45 liters, and it only supports petrol.
The rear profile features a Toyota logo in the center with a chrome slide connecting the LED backlights. It includes a rear wiper, defogger, high-mount stop lamp, and a shark fin antenna. The ‘Urban Cruiser Hyryder’ badging is prominently displayed. Reflectors, indicators, and reverse lights are horizontally placed at the bottom. A reverse parking camera is integrated near the nameplate, along with four reverse parking sensors. The rear suspension setup is robust, and the exhaust pipe is visible. The spare tire is placed inside the boot due to the hybrid battery placement.
The boot offers 332 liters of space. This space is slightly reduced in the hybrid model due to the placement of the battery. The rear seats feature a 60-40 split, allowing for more flexible storage. The boot also has yellow boot lights, a 12-volt charging outlet, hooks, and additional storage compartments. A full toolkit, including a jack and wrench, is provided. CNG variants will also have reduced boot space due to the CNG tank.
Dimensions and Colors
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder measures 4365 mm in length, 1795 mm in width, and 1645 mm in height. It has a wheelbase of 2600 mm, making it a well-proportioned vehicle.
Available color options include Black, Red, Silver, Grey, and Midnight Blue.
Interior Comfort and Technology
The interior of the Hyryder features a dual-tone design with black and dark brown shades on the door trims. Soft-touch materials are used in certain areas, complemented by hard plastics. Chrome door openers, power window controls with a glossy black finish, speaker placement, bottle holders, and extra storage are found on the doors.
The seats are upholstered in premium leather. The front seats are manually adjustable for height and recline. A notable feature is the ventilated front seats, offering three levels of cooling for enhanced comfort, especially in warm weather.
The dashboard presents a spacious and premium view. The panoramic sunroof opens wide, providing an airy feel and an expansive view of the outside.
For rear passengers, there are AC vents and two USB charging ports (one Type A and one Type C), along with a small storage space for phones. Legroom, kneeroom, and thigh support are generous for an SUV in this class. The roof features yellow cabin lights. A parcel tray is provided at the rear. All three headrests are adjustable, with two large and one medium-sized. A rear armrest includes two glass holders for beverages. The cabin height or headroom is also comfortable.
On the driver’s side, there is a lever to open the fuel cap and another for the bonnet. A push engine start/stop button is located on the dashboard. Adjustments for the head-up display brightness and view, along with headlamp leveling, are also present.
The steering wheel is leather-wrapped and features a Toyota logo. It offers both tilt and telescopic adjustments for optimal driving position. It includes controls for cruise control, mute, volume adjustment, and telephone/Bluetooth functions.
The digital instrument cluster provides comprehensive information, including power and eco indicators, temperature bars, and a fuel gauge. The multi-information display (MID) shows trip details (A/B), odometer readings, mileage, range, and driving time, which can be cycled through using dedicated buttons.
The center console features a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment system with glossy black bezels. It supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, along with USB connectivity. The screen also displays information about the hybrid battery. The 360-degree camera can be activated via a dedicated button, offering a comprehensive view around the vehicle, and the reverse camera view is displayed when reversing.
Below the touchscreen are hazard light switches and glossy black AC vents. The automatic climate control system allows adjustment of fan speed, temperature, and airflow with physical buttons. Traction control can be switched on or off.
A 12-volt charging outlet, a Type-A USB port, and a wireless charging pad are conveniently placed in the center console. The automatic transmission lever offers options for Reverse, Neutral, and Drive. The vehicle also includes an EV mode and selectable drive modes (Power mode and Eco mode).
Other interior features include a manual handbrake, two front glass holders, a leather-covered armrest with storage inside, and ambient lighting. The glove box provides sufficient space for documents. All AC vents are surrounded by a glossy black finish. An auto-dimming IRVM (Inside Rear View Mirror), a sunglass holder, and yellow roof lights are also present. Both sun visors include vanity mirrors with lights.
Engine Specifications and Performance
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder offers two petrol engine options. The variant reviewed here is equipped with a 1.5-liter, three-cylinder Hybrid Petrol engine. This hybrid system delivers 114 BHP of power and 141 Nm of torque. Thanks to the combined power of the battery and petrol engine, it offers an impressive claimed mileage of up to 26 km/l. This means the car can run on battery power for some time, switching to petrol for higher acceleration.
Alternatively, a 1.5-liter, four-cylinder non-hybrid petrol engine is also available. This engine produces 102 BHP of power and 137 Nm of torque, with a mileage of around 19 km/l.
Safety Features
Safety is a priority in the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, which comes packed with advanced features:
- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution)
- Six Airbags (front, front seats, and pillars)
- Reverse Parking Sensors
- Reverse Parking Camera
- Speed Alert System
- Seatbelt Warning
- Engine Immobilizer
- Crash Sensor
- Automatic Headlamps
- Head-Up Display (HUD)
Conclusion
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder V Hybrid top model offers a compelling package of features, comfort, and remarkable fuel efficiency, making it a strong contender in the compact SUV segment. While many options exist in this segment, some include vehicles like the Grand Vitara, Seltos, and Creta. With its combination of Toyota’s reliability and impressive mileage, it presents a great value proposition.
