Toyota Urban Cruiser

How much is the price of the Toyota Urban Cruiser in the UAE?

Toyota’s success in the SUV segment continues with its new Urban Cruiser in the UAE market. The compact SUV has been rightly named, offering superior practicality and perfect driveability in urban conditions. Delivering quality and reliability, the all-new 2024 Urban Cruiser offers an attractive option with a moderate price range starting at AED 79,900 and going up to AED 84,900. 

How many variants are there in the Toyota Urban Cruiser range?

The new 2024 Toyota Urban Cruiser comes in a total of two variants: 1.5L Urban Cruiser 2024 GL and 1.5L Urban Cruiser 2024 GLX. 

Which is the most value-for-money variant of the Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Toyota has put a lot of thought into offering UAE buyers a value-for-money package at a decent price with the new Urban Cruiser, featuring two trim levels, the GL and GLX. The Urban Cruiser GLX variant however, stands out to be the more value-for-money option with a host of advanced technologies and features that the entry-level GL variant misses out on. At a premium of approximately AED 5,000, the GLX variant exclusively gets dual-tone body colour, auto-fold side mirrors, Smart Keyless Entry, Cabin Ambient Light, Auto-Dimming Rear View Mirror, as well as a surround-view camera. Amongst other exclusive features, it gets a 6-speaker sound system and a heads-up display, among others, that make it the most value-for-money package in the range. 

What features does the Toyota Urban Cruiser get?

Toyota designed the 2024 Urban Cruiser to offer a unique urban appeal blended with a rugged SUV theme, all packed into a compact vehicle. Tagged as a “Compact Urban SUV,” it features a sporty crossover appeal. The neat embellishments, such as two-tone effects on the bodywork and uniquely placed air vents, give it a sharp and bold appeal, further highlighted by its sleek LED headlamp design. The lateral bar that extends from each DRL to the Toyota logo at the center, and the crystal acrylic car grille with premium chrome garnish below it, enhance the vehicle’s appeal. The automatic LED projector headlamps with the “Follow Me Home” feature and  LED rear combination lamps add to both style and enhanced functionality. 

Both variants get 17-inch alloy wheels along with the power side view mirrors with indicators, elevating the sporty appeal. The roof rails, roof spoilers, and skid plates at the front and rear ends add to its sporty appeal. On the inside, the Urban Cruiser features a host of modern features and creature comforts that offer a luxurious and convenient experience for the driver and passengers alike. The GLX variant comes with leather seats, while the GL variant gets fabric upholstered seats. The steering wheel comes leather-wrapped on the higher variant, while the entry-level model gets a urethane-wrapped steering wheel. Automatic climate control with rear AC vents offers a pleasant environment throughout the car. A host of convenience-focused features makes it a very practical package, including paddle shifters, day-night rear-view mirrors, and electric luggage back door opener. 

Both variants get a  4.2” TFT multi-information display unit, while the GLX comes with a heads-up display unit. For infotainment, the entry-level GL variant gets a 7” multimedia display audio unit, while the GLX gets a 9” multimedia display audio unit, both coming with AM/FM/AUX/USB/BT/DAB and both being Apple Car Play & Android Auto Ready. Other features that add to the convenience include steering wheel audio and BT controls, and a keyless entry system. The GLX also gets a wireless charger, rear USB ports, and ambient lighting as exclusive features. The start-stop push button adds to convenience. 

How spacious is the Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Even with its compact dimensions measuring 1795 mm in width, 1,645 mm in height, and featuring a length of 4,365 mm, the Urban Cruiser comfortably seats 5 people, including the driver. The car offers ample legroom and headroom both in the front and rear rows with 60:40 split rear folding seats. The Urban Cruiser comes with two foldable seats in the third row, offering added space for passengers inside the vehicle. The car also offers a decent 353 litres of luggage capacity. 

What engine and transmission options are available?

Both variants of the 2024 Urban Cruiser come with the same engine and transmission option. Both variants are powered by a hybrid powertrain consisting of a 1.5L 4-cylinder, 16V, DOHC Dual-VVTi engine with EURO-4 emission standards and making a decent 102 hp of power and a peak torque of 138 Nm at 4,400 rpm. The engine is paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission system and a Front-Wheel drive system making for smooth and seamless drives in all kinds of driving conditions. The powertrain gets Toyota’s new NEODRIVE electric motor with a lithium-ion hybrid battery system. 

What’s the mileage of the Toyota Urban Cruiser?

The 2024 Toyota Urban Cruiser has a claimed average mileage of 19.6 km/l, thanks to its hybrid powertrain. With a large fuel tank capacity of 45 litres, it ensures uninterrupted long journeys. 

How safe is the Toyota Urban Cruiser?

Along with practicality, Toyota has also focused on the safety of the new Urban Cruiser. The vehicle comes with standard safety features across both trim levels. It gets side airbags, curtain airbags, and dual front airbags, along with cruise control, an electric parking brake with Hold, anti-theft with immobilizer, Tire Pressure Warning System (TPWS), ISOFIX, Brake Assist (BA), and a fire extinguisher. Other features that make it a comprehensively safe vehicle include an Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Ecall: Emergency Call System, Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), and Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD). 

How many colour options are there for the Toyota Urban Cruiser?

The Urban Cruiser features different colour options for its two variants, some of which come at an additional price. The GL variant has six colour options: Pearl White, Pearl Black, Metallic Silver 2, Metallic Grey, And Metallic Speedy Blue, all of which come at an additional AED 2,000, along with the Pearl Red option at no extra cost. The GLX comes with 3 dual-tone colour options: Pearl Black / Pearl White And Pearl Black / Metallic Silver, which cost an additional AED 3,000, and the third Pearl Black / Pearl Red combination that comes at no extra cost. 

Should you buy the 2024 Toyota Urban Cruiser?

For anyone who needs a safe, reliable, and comfortable vehicle for urban commutes, the Toyota Urban Cruiser is simply an exceptional package. It comes with a comprehensive range of modern features and technologies as well as enhanced safety, making it a perfect ride for small families. With a hybrid powertrain and commendable performance, it is perfect for urban commuting as well as longer journeys. 

What are my alternatives?

The UAE market has quite a few alternatives in the segment where the Toyota Urban Cruiser belongs. Amongst them, some of the key competitors of the vehicle are the Toyota Rush, Isuzu Mu-X, Changan CS35 Plus, and the Toyota Raize. 

Other things to consider

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is more of an urban commuting vehicle that can definitely go on longer runs on the highways. However, it is not typically suitable for more difficult terrains and off-road driving conditions.