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Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder updated with new features, prices hiked

Toyota Kirloskar Motor has updated the Urban Cruiser HyRyder SUV with new safety, comfort, and convenience features. A new V AT AWD variant has also been added to Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder’s lineup. The 6-speed automatic transmission replaces the 5-speed manual gearbox. The SUV is now dearer by Rs 20,000, with prices starting at Rs 11.34 lakh.

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2025 Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder: What’s new?

In terms of safety updates, the MY2025 Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder gets 6 airbags as a standard feature across all variants. The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) has been added to certain AT variants. The automaker has also made structural enhancements to the SUV for added safety.

When it comes to comfort and convenience features, the Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder gets an 8-way adjustable driver’s seat, a rear door sunshade, ambient lighting, ventilated front seating, 15W fast-charging USB Type-C ports, LED spot and reading lamps, AQI display, updated speedometer, and a Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS).

The V AWD variant of the Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder is now available with a 6-speed automatic transmission instead of a 5-speed manual gearbox. This is the only mechanical change on the SUV. It continues to be powered by Maruti Suzuki’s 1.5L K15C petrol engine. This engine can generate a maximum power output of 101hp and 135Nm of torque. The strong-hybrid variants sport a 1.5L engine with a Toyota Hybrid System. The petrol engine generates up to 91hp power with 122Nm of torque, with the electric motor producing up to 79hp power with 141Nm of torque. It is also equipped with a 177.6V lithium-ion battery. Toyota claims a mileage of 27.97 kmpl for the strong hybrid setup of the Urban Cruiser HyRyder.

Mr Varinder Wadhwa, Vice President, Sales-Service-Used Car Business, said, “As the SUV segment evolves, we continue to refresh and elevate our lineup to stay ahead of the curve. The latest Urban Cruiser Hyryder is a testament to our commitment for best-in-segment technology, advanced safety, and superior comfort. Crafted for modern SUV buyers, it seamlessly blends Toyota’s legendary quality, sustainability, and driving pleasure.

With these latest upgrades, we are confident that the Hyryder will appeal to an even broader audience, further solidifying its position as one of India’s bestselling SUVs. More than just enhanced performance and efficiency, this refined SUV sets new benchmarks in hybrid technology, safety, and connected mobility, delivering a future-ready driving experience tailored to the dynamic needs of today’s customers.”

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Final Thoughts

Toyota Urban Cruiser HyRyder is one of the most popular midsize SUVs in India, crossing 1 lakh sales in November 2024. Its prices start at Rs 11.34 lakh and go up to Rs 19.99 lakh. It rivals the Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, Hyundai Creta, Kia Seltos, Volkswagen Taigun, Honda Elevate, Citroen C3 Aircross, and Skoda Kushaq.

Utkarsh Joshi

Utkarsh is a seasoned writer who seeks to simplify complex concepts and bring the latest in technology to a broader audience. You can catch his exhaustive 'How to' guides, deep-dive feature articles, cutting-edge news stories, and comprehensive tech reviews on Gadgetbridge.com. Apart from dabbling in all things tech, Utkarsh also enjoys watching club football, adding to his TBR pile of books, and making Spotify playlists. Automobile enthusiasts and motorheads can also catch his articles on Motorbridge.com.

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