Toyota Urban Cruiser EV 2025 is finally making headlines. And not just for the name. Toyota has officially pulled the covers off its first all-electric SUV for India. The Urban Cruiser EV looks sharp, comes packed with features, and yes, the pricing will surprise you.
This SUV is going to play a big role in Toyota’s electric future. It’s compact, stylish, and built for city and highway drives. People have been waiting for Toyota’s entry in the EV market for a while. Now that it’s here, expectations are sky-high.
Let’s take a close look at what this EV brings to the table. We’ll talk about its design, motor, features, battery, range, booking process, and more.
Bold design for the city
Toyota has given the Urban Cruiser EV a proper urban SUV look. The front is clean and modern. It has a closed grille, which is common in EVs. The LED headlamps are sharp and well-integrated. There’s a blue strip that runs between the lights to remind you it’s electric.
The bumper is chunky, with neat air intakes and a silver skid plate finish. The design is not overdone. Just simple, elegant, and futuristic.
From the sides, it looks similar to the regular Urban Cruiser. But the alloy wheels have a new aerodynamic design. The roof gets a dual-tone finish. You also get blacked-out pillars and EV badging near the charging port.
At the back, the tail lamps are connected with a light bar. The rear bumper has a clean layout with no fake exhausts. Overall, it looks smart and ready to take on the city streets.
Spacious and clean interior
Step inside and you’ll notice the changes. The cabin feels more open and modern. Toyota has used light materials to make the interior feel airy. The dashboard is neat. Most controls are touch-based or soft press buttons.
The steering wheel is flat-bottom and comes with controls for media, phone, and cruise. Behind it, you get a digital driver display. It shows speed, battery level, range, and driving modes.
In the center, there’s a large touchscreen infotainment system. It supports wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The system is quick and easy to use. You can also access EV-specific info like battery status, charging updates, and energy usage.
Seats are wide and comfortable. You get fabric or leatherette options depending on the variant. The rear seat has good legroom. Three people can sit comfortably.
Boot space is good too. And with no fuel tank or exhaust, Toyota has used the space smartly. You even get extra storage under the boot floor.
Electric motor and power
The Urban Cruiser EV comes with a single electric motor setup. The motor is mounted on the front axle and powers the front wheels. Toyota has tuned it more for city comfort than raw speed.
Power output is expected to be around 130 to 150 bhp, with 200 Nm torque. That’s enough for a smooth drive in traffic and decent pickup on highways.
It can go from 0 to 100 km/h in under 10 seconds, which is quick for a compact SUV. The ride is quiet and refined. You press the accelerator and the response is instant. No lag. No gear changes. Just clean power.
Battery and range
This is where Toyota has played it smart. The Urban Cruiser EV gets a 45 to 50 kWh battery pack. It’s not the biggest in the segment, but good enough for daily needs.
Toyota claims a range of 450 to 500 km on a full charge. That’s the ARAI-tested figure. In real life, you can expect around 380 to 420 km, depending on your driving style and AC usage.
The battery is placed under the floor. That lowers the center of gravity and helps in better handling. Also, the suspension has been adjusted to handle the extra weight.
Charging options
The EV supports both AC and DC charging. With a regular home charger, a full charge will take around 8 to 9 hours. But if you use a 50kW DC fast charger, it can go from 10% to 80% in under 60 minutes.
Toyota is also offering a home wall-box charger with every purchase. Some dealers may even help set it up at your home or office.
The car will show nearby charging stations on the screen. You can also track it using Toyota’s app.
Smart features all around
Toyota hasn’t cut corners on features. The Urban Cruiser EV is loaded. You get:
- Keyless entry and push start
- 360-degree camera view
- Wireless phone charging
- Connected car tech with remote lock, vehicle tracking, and driving stats
- Rear AC vents
- Auto-dimming IRVM
- Rain sensing wipers
- Mood lighting in the cabin
The EV also gets multiple drive modes. There’s Eco for efficiency, Normal for balanced driving, and Power mode for better pickup. You can switch easily depending on traffic or terrain.
Safety package
Toyota always focuses on safety. This EV comes with six airbags in higher variants. Even the base model gets dual airbags, ABS, EBD, and ISOFIX.
There’s also hill start assist, traction control, and electronic stability program (ESP). For those who love long drives, you also get cruise control and lane departure warning.
Top variants may even get ADAS in the future, including auto emergency braking and adaptive cruise.
Variants and expected price
Toyota is expected to launch the Urban Cruiser EV in three main variants. The base, mid, and top trims. All three will get the same battery, but features will vary.
The starting price is expected around ₹13.5 lakh (ex-showroom). The top-end could go up to ₹16.5 or ₹17 lakh. That’s aggressive pricing for an electric SUV from a big brand like Toyota.
This puts it right in the middle of Tata Nexon EV and MG ZS EV territory. But with Toyota’s quality and brand trust, it might just win more hearts.
Launch date and booking update
The official launch is expected in October 2025. Bookings may start as early as August through Toyota’s website and dealerships.
Some dealers are already taking informal bookings with a small token amount. The booking amount is expected to be around ₹21,000.
Deliveries will begin soon after the official launch. Toyota is planning to sell this EV in tier 1 and tier 2 cities first, where charging infrastructure is growing fast.
