New Delhi. Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is going to launch its first electric car in India – Toyota Urban Cruiser EV. This electric midsize SUV will be available for sale tomorrow i.e. on January 20, 2026 with the official price. It is believed that the price of the initial variant of this EV will be around Rs 19 lakh, in which a smaller battery pack will be available. At the same time, the price of the top variant with a bigger battery pack can go up to Rs 25 lakh. The new Toyota EV will compete with Hyundai Creta Electric, Mahindra BE 6, Tata Curve EV, MG ZS EV and the upcoming Maruti E Vitara.
Battery options and range
The Urban Cruiser EV is actually a rebadged version of the Maruti Suzuki E Vitara, which is going to hit the showrooms soon. Like its donor model, this new Toyota EV can get 49kWh and 61kWh battery pack options, which will come with a front-axle mounted electric motor. Although official performance figures have not been revealed yet, it is expected that the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV will offer a driving range of more than 540 kilometers on a single charge.
ADAS and other features
In terms of safety, the new Toyota electric SUV will be at par with the E Vitara, which has received a 5-star BNCAP (India New Car Assessment Programme) safety rating. Its safety features will include Level 2 ADAS (Autonomous Driving Assistance System), front and rear parking sensors, tire pressure monitoring system, electronic stability control, ABS with EBD, traction control, 360-degree camera and seven airbags.
Feature-packed interior
Its cabin layout will be largely similar to the E Vitara. Toyota Urban Cruiser EV will have a dual screen setup, which will have a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.25-inch digital driver display. The infotainment unit will have wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity.
These features are also present
Other key features will include 10-way powered driver seat, single-pane fixed glass roof, ambient lighting, sliding and reclining rear seats, leatherette upholstery, ventilated front seats, wireless phone charger and more. Toyota is a popular car brand in India. The company's Fortuner has remained the bestseller of its segment in the market for a long time.