Explore the Feature-Rich Compact SUV: A Detailed Review
This compact SUV offers a great experience with its muscular looks and many features. It promises good service and an impressive overall feel, making it a strong contender in its segment.
Impressive Exterior Design
Front View Highlights
The front of this SUV looks strong and muscular. It features dual-function chrome indicators and Daytime Running Lights (DRLs). Below, there’s a full setup of projector headlamps; fog lamps are not included. The lower grille has a glossy black finish, with a large skid plate. This vehicle offers a good ground clearance of 210 millimeters. It also has dual wipers and washers, which are standard.
Side Profile and Dimensions
From the side, the car has a striking appearance, reminiscent of the Grand Vitara. It comes with 17-inch alloy wheels and electric foldable mirrors. The A-pillar also matches the body color. The dimensions are: 4365 mm length, 1795 mm width, and 1645 mm height. The wheelbase is 2600 mm, ensuring a stable ride.
Rear Design Elements
The rear design is also similar to the Grand Vitara, but with small changes. It has a large logo in the center, with a reverse parking camera placed nearby. The tail lamps are LED. You will see ‘New Drive’ badging, which means it is a non-hybrid model. On the left side, it has ‘Urban Cruiser Hyryder’ badging. Other rear features include a rear wiper, defogger, a high-mount stop lamp, and an integrated spoiler. It also has a shark-fin antenna. The bumper is dual-tone with a grey skid plate and four reverse parking sensors. A towing hook option and exhaust pipe are located at the bottom.
Practical Boot Space and Fuel Options
This SUV offers a useful boot space of 332 liters. The flat boot floor makes it easy to load and unload luggage. Underneath, you will find a normal 17-inch steel spare wheel, along with the jack and tools. The rear seats have a 60:40 split-fold function. There is also a boot light and a 12-volt charging outlet. Note that the boot space will be slightly less in CNG variants due to the tank. The fuel tank capacity is 45 liters for petrol, and a CNG option is also available.
Stylish and Comfortable Interior
Rear Cabin Features
The rear doors have a black finish with a touch of grey and chrome door handles. They include power window controls, soft-touch material, bottle holders, and speaker placements. All seats are made of fabric. For rear passengers, there are AC vents and USB charging ports (one Type-A and one Type-C). The cabin offers good legroom and head-room, making it comfortable for all occupants. Seat-back pockets are also present. The roof features grab handles, hooks, and yellow interior lights. A parcel tray is available for small items. There are three headrests; two are large, and one is smaller, suitable for children. A rear armrest with integrated cup holders adds to the comfort.
Driver’s Cockpit and Dashboard
The front doors match the rear with black and grey finishes, chrome door handles, power window controls, soft-touch areas, bottle holders, and speakers. The driver and front passenger seats are also fabric and offer height adjustment and recline functions. The footwell includes ABC pedals for the manual transmission and a dead pedal, along with subtle yellow lighting. Controls for the fuel lid opener and bonnet release are conveniently located. The engine start/stop button is surrounded by chrome, and a headlamp adjustment switch is also present.
Advanced Infotainment and Controls
The dashboard presents a modern look with a large touchscreen infotainment system and automatic climate control. Features like cruise control and six airbags enhance the driving experience, though a sunroof is found in higher variants. The electrically foldable mirrors unfold automatically upon ignition. The steering wheel, with a prominent logo, houses controls for cruise control, modes, mute, and telephony. A unique feature is the voice-command greeting system, which welcomes you with messages like ‘Good Evening’. The instrument cluster includes an analog RPM meter and speedometer (up to 220 km/h), flanking a Multi-Information Display (MID). The MID shows trip details, average mileage, range, power/torque, and battery information for hybrid models, highlighting good fuel efficiency. Automatic headlamp and wiper controls are on the stalks.
The 9-inch touchscreen supports Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, USB, and AUX. It also displays real-time mileage and range. The reverse parking camera provides clear visuals, and a 360-degree camera is available in top variants. Below the screen are controls for automatic climate control, traction control, and idle start/stop. A 12-volt charging outlet and a USB-A port are available. There’s a storage space for phones, with a wireless charging pad in top models. The car comes with a 5-speed manual transmission, with an automatic option also available. The glove box offers ample storage and includes a light. Above, you’ll find an auto-dimming IRVM, a sunglass holder, yellow roof lights, and a microphone. Both driver and passenger sun visors have vanity mirrors with lights.
Powerful Engine and Safety Features
This SUV is powered by a 1.5-liter engine. It delivers good performance and fuel efficiency. For safety, it is equipped with ABS with EBD, six airbags, reverse parking sensors, a reverse parking camera, traction control, a Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), three-point seatbelt warnings, an engine immobilizer, and crash sensors.
Pricing and Warranty Details
The non-hybrid ‘New Drive’ variant has an ex-showroom price of ₹14,09,000, with an on-road price of ₹16,74,000 in Lucknow. Hybrid variants can have a price difference of up to ₹5,00,000 more. The car comes with a standard warranty of 3 years or 100,000 kilometers, which can be extended up to 5 years.
Overall, this compact SUV offers a blend of stylish design, practical features, comfortable interiors, and robust safety. It’s a strong contender in its segment, providing a great driving and ownership experience.
