Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder: Hybrid Soul in SUV Skin (Specs Decoded)

toyota urban cruiser hyryder

It is now evident that Toyota possesses an enchanted psychic power that allows it to precisely contemplate what today’s discerning commuter needs and this time it is manifested into- 

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder.

A mid-size SUV aka the sibling of Grand Vitara is not just another compact SUV but a strategic reinvention by Toyota that fuses intelligent sleek design, honest efficiency with confident nimbleness. 

The powertrain of the hybrid variant is rich with a 1.5l TNGA Atkinson-cycle petrol engine synced with an electric motor that accommodates a 114 horsepower.

toyota urban cruiser hyryder

0-60 mph under 11 seconds with a clocking the top speed of 100 mph– sure not headline-making but that was never the aspiration nor needed to. The USP of Urban Cruiser Hyryder is that it doesn’t let the rising gas prices beat it.

Being the best-in-class fuel efficiency, this mid-size SUV delivers a 80+ mpg/ 27.7 km/l that makes it a perfect always-there travel partner for all the fuel economy purists.

But that’s not the only virtue that carves its legend, Hyryder also emphasises comfort and real-world practicality– proving a roomier and comfortable cabin with ample legroom and headroom.

Any Caveat? Of course, even the finest creation casts shadows!

So, scroll down and be cognizant of the 2025 Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder specifications and that one flaw that is rarely highlighted by the publishers.

Engine & Performance

Engine Type:🛠️ 1.5L TNGA Atkinson-cycle Petrol (Strong Hybrid)

🛠️ 1.5L K15C Dual Jet Petrol (Mild Hybrid)
Displacement/Battery Capacity:🔧 1490 cc / 🔋 0.76 kWh Lithium-ion Battery (Strong Hybrid)

🔧 1462 cc / 🔋 12V Li-ion + Lead Acid Dual Battery (Mild Hybrid)
Power Output:⚡ 114 hp (Combined – Strong Hybrid)
⚡ 101 hp (Petrol Engine Only – Mild Hybrid)
Torque:🔩 122 Nm (Petrol Engine – Strong Hybrid)
🔩 141 Nm (Mild Hybrid)
0-60 mph (0-100km/h):⏱️ ~10.8 seconds (Strong Hybrid)
⏱️ ~12.1 seconds (Mild Hybrid)
Top Speed:🚀 ~100 mph (160 km/h)
Number of Cylinders/Motors:🧩 3-Cylinder Petrol + 1 Electric Motor (Strong Hybrid)
🧩 4-Cylinder Petrol (Mild Hybrid)
Fuel Type:⛽ Petrol + Hybrid (Electric Motor Assist)
Emission Standard:🌱 BS6 Phase-II / RDE Compliant

Transmission

Type:⚙️ e-CVT (Strong Hybrid)
⚙️ 5-Speed Manual / 6-Speed Automatic (Mild Hybrid)
Number of Gears:🔁 e-CVT (Electronically Controlled Continuously Variable Transmission – No fixed gears)

🔁 5 (Manual) / 6 (Automatic with Paddle Shifters)
Drive Type: (FWD / RWD / AWD / 4WD):🛞 Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) – Standard across all variants

🛞 All-Wheel Drive (AWD) – Available only with Mild Hybrid Manual Variant

Dimensions & Weight

Overall Length:📏 4365 mm
Overall Width:📐 1795 mm
Overall Height:📏 1645 mm
Wheelbase:🦶 2600 mm
Ground Clearance🌉 210 mm
Kerb Weight:⚖️ 1155 – 1290 kg (variant dependent)
Boot Space🧳
– 373 L (Strong Hybrid – due to battery underfloor)

– 512 L (Mild Hybrid – more usable depth)

Fuel Efficiency

Fuel Tank Capacity/ Battery Pack:⛽ 45 Litres (Both Variants)
🔋 0.76 kWh Li-ion Battery (Strong Hybrid)
🔋 12V Li-ion + Lead-Acid Dual Battery (Mild Hybrid)
Mileage (City):🚦
– 🌿 27–29 km/l (Strong Hybrid)
– 🚘 17–19 km/l (Mild Hybrid)
Mileage (Highway):🛣️
– 🌿 24–26 km/l (Strong Hybrid)
– 🚘 16–18 km/l (Mild Hybrid)
Mileage (EPA/Company Certified):📊
– 🌿 27.97 km/l (Strong Hybrid)
– 🚘 20.58 km/l (Mild Hybrid – Manual)
– 🚘 20.51 km/l (Mild Hybrid – Automatic)

Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension:🛠️ MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring
Rear Suspension:🔧 Torsion Beam with Coil Spring
Front Brakes:🛑 Disc Brakes
Rear Brakes:🛑 Disc Brakes
Steering Type:🔄 Electric Power-Assisted Rack & Pinion Steering (EPS)

Wheels & Tyres

Wheel Type: (Steel/Alloy)🛞 16-inch Steel Wheels (Base Variants)
🛞 17-inch Precision-Cut Alloy Wheels (Higher Variants)
Tyre Size:🔘 215/60 R17 (Alloy Wheel Variants)
🔘 205/65 R16 (Steel Wheel Variants)
Spare Tyre:🛟 16-inch Steel Spare (Space Saver Type)

Capacity

Seating Capacity:🧍‍♂️🧍‍♀️ 5 Passengers
Number of Doors:🚪 5 Doors (Including Rear Hatch)

Features & Technology

Infotainment System:📺 7-inch Touchscreen (Lower Variants)
📺 9-inch Floating Touchscreen (Higher Variants)
Connectivity: (Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, etc.)🔗 Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
🔗 Bluetooth, USB, AUX
🔗 Smartwatch & Remote App Connectivity (Toyota i-Connect)
Instrument Cluster: (Analog/Digital)📊 Analog with 4.2-inch MID (Lower Variants)
📊 Full Digital 7-inch TFT Cluster (Higher Variants – Strong Hybrid)
AC Type: (Manual/Automatic/Climate Control)❄️ Manual AC (Lower Variants)
❄️ Automatic Climate Control – with Rear AC Vents (Higher Variants)
Other Features:🪟 Panoramic Sunroof
🛋️ Ventilated Front Seats
🔘 Engine Start/Stop Button
📡 Connected Car Tech (OTA Updates, Vehicle Diagnostics, Geo-Fencing)
🪞 Auto-Dimming IRVM
🔈 6-Speaker Arkamys Audio System
🔋 Wireless Charging (Top Variants)
🧊 Cooled Glovebox
🪑 Fabric & Leatherette Seat Options

Safety

Airbags:🛡️ Dual Front Airbags (Standard)
🛡️ Side & Curtain Airbags (Top Variants – Total 6)
ABS with EBD:✅ Standard Across All Variants
Traction Control:🧲 ✅ Standard (Electronic Traction Control)
ESC/VSC:🔁 ✅ Available on Mid and Top Variants
ISOFIX:👶 ✅ Rear ISOFIX Child Seat Anchors (Standard)
Parking Sensors/Camera:📷 Rear Parking Sensors (Standard)
📷 360° Surround View Camera (Top Variants)
📢 Reverse Parking Assist with Dynamic Guidelines
Additional Safety Features:🚨 Hill Hold Assist
🚗 Hill Descent Control (AWD Variant Only)
🛑 Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
🔑 Engine Immobilizer with Alarm
📶 Speed Sensing Auto Door Lock
🦺 Seatbelt Reminder for All Passengers
🪞 Rear Defogger with Wiper

Price (If applicable)

Ex-Showroom Price:💰 ₹11.14 Lakh – ₹20.19 Lakh(Base Mild Hybrid to Top Strong Hybrid AWD Variant)
On-Road Price:🚗 ₹12.70 Lakh – ₹23.50 Lakh(Includes RTO, Insurance, TCS, Accessories, etc.)

Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder is an ideal embodiment of modern mid-size SUV that believes that compact SUVs can be more than just a sofa on the wheels. Its refined and calculated specifications depict Toyota’s automotive acumen, market awareness and adaptability. 

Positioned in a segment where rival counterparts such as Kia Seltos or Skoda Kushaq brawl, it acts as a revolution on wheels  that focuses on finesse and economy-friendly riding.

However, the only thing that dampens its spirited driving is a Rubbery CVT Response. An overlooked flaw by the daily computers addressed by the traditionalists. 

Nonetheless, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder is a product of marvellous engineering that doesn’t crave to be a supercar,  hold its own poise, and can be a loyal road companion to fuel efficiency seekers and families.

Be the captain of this urban agility with Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder.

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