Toyota Urban Cruiser Details Revealed; How Different Is It From Maruti Vitara Brezza?

Bengaluru: Toyota is ready to launch the rebadged version of Maruti Vitara Brezza known as Urban Cruiser. This is the second vehicle of the rebadging deal between Toyota and Maruti Suzuki. The first was Maruti Suzuki Baleno rebadged as Toyota Glanza.

The compact SUV will be available in three variants – Mid, High and Premium, based on the VXi, ZXi and ZXi+ trims of the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza

Here are the highlights:

• 4-speed automatic gearbox available on all trims
• LED headlamps, keyless go and auto climate control are standard on all trims
• Powered by a 105hp, 1.5-litre petrol engine mated to either 5-speed manual or 4-speed torque-converter automatic.
• The automatic variants have mild-hybrid technology with lithium battery and an integrated starter generator.

Toyota Urban Cruiser Mid:

• Projector headlamps
• LED DRLs
• LED tail-lamps
• 16-inch steel wheels
• 2-DIN audio system with USB, aux and Bluetooth connectivity
• Steering mounted audio controls
• Key-less entry and go
• Auto climate control
• Toyota Urban Cruiser High (5-speed MT/4-speed AT)

The ‘High’ variant additionally gets 16-inch alloy wheels, 7.0-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, and Cruise control.

In addition to these, the ‘Premium’ variant gets LED fog lamps, 16-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror, and rain-sensing wipers.

Safety-wise, there are dual airbags and ABS. It is important to note here that its sister Maruti Vitara Brezza scored 4 stars out of 5 in Euro NCAP crash test.

The Urban Cruiser will come in Sunny White, Iconic Grey, Suave Silver, Rustic Brown, Spunky Blue and Groovy Orange. The latter three will be available with dual-tone finish.

What’s the difference between Toyota Urban Cruiser and Maruti Vitara Brezza?

Like the Glanza, there are very few cosmetic differences only. The grille and front bumper are different and seat covers are brown fabric upholstery while that of Brezza’s is black.