Toyota marks the introduction of yet another global EV, only this time it won’t be using any of the “bZ” moniker. Meet the 2025 Toyota Urban Cruiser.
If the general looks are familiar, they should be. The Urban Cruiser is basically Toyota’s version of the all-electric Suzuki eVitara. Like its Japanese twin, this one measures in at 4,285 mm in length, 1,800 mm in width, 1,640 mm in height, with a 2,700 mm wheelbase. Basically, it’s about the same size as the Yaris Cross.
Powering the Urban Cruiser is a choice between a single or dual motor powertrains. The single motor comes with either 144 horsepower and 189 Nm of torque when paired with a 49-kWh battery, or 179 horsepower and 189 Nm when paired with a 61-kWh battery. The dual motor version meanwhile has 184 horsepower and 300 Nm mated to a 61-kWh battery.
The high-voltage battery’s construction is made of lithium-iron phosphate (LFP) which should make it more durable, though sacrificing some energy density. Yet, it’s expected to breach the 400-kilometer range, while the maximum fast charge rate is capped at 150 kW.
The Urban Cruiser swaps out the Suzuki front end for the Toyota trademark “Hammerhead” look. The copious amounts of cladding also complement the ample ground clearance. Weight saving 18- or 19-inch wheels, which come with aero covers, fill in the wheel wells. Inside, flexibility is the name of the game with a nifty rear seat sliding system that also folds down in a 40-20-40 split.
The low, horizontal instrument panel design and high seating position affords the driver excellent visibility, while the feature set includes a 10.1-inch center touchscreen, a 10.25-inch digital instrument panel, ambient lighting, a 360-degree camera, and even a JBL sound system.
Always the toyota way - always late in the game, but in the end game always emerged as the CHAMPION.
ReplyDeleteThe over all champion is coming...China cars must be trembling in fear by now🤯🤯🤯
ReplyDeleteLooks like a Honda.
ReplyDeleteThe name is now given to this new EV, so what happens to the hybrid one that was supposed to be also in the works?:
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Yeah, personally like HEVs than EVs for now.
DeleteSorry it’s not a game changer; Byd will just pounce on it with price points and tech features. Toyota is using an outdated technology.
ReplyDeleteBefore you celebrate, wait for the price. I doubt y'all would even buy this tbh.
ReplyDeleteIt doesn't matter if Toyota PH brings this with several features removed for maximum profit. Gullible pinoys will still buy this just because of the badge.
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