The electric SUV was first displayed as the Urban BEV Concept at Auto Expo 2025. In December 2025, Toyota introduced the Urban Cruiser BEV in the European market, revealing key technical specifications and features that are expected to form the basis for the India-bound version.

The teaser offers brief but clear visual cues about the upcoming electric SUV. It shows a compact SUV silhouette with an upright stance. A close-up shot in the teaser also shows an EV charging connector being plugged into the vehicle.

Platform, Battery and Powertrain

The Toyota Urban Cruiser BEV is based on a dedicated electric vehicle platform. It is offered with two battery pack options: 49 kWh and 61 kWh. According to the company, the 61 kWh battery provides a claimed WLTP range of up to 426 km on a single charge. DC fast charging support allows the battery to be charged from 10 to 80 percent in a claimed 45 minutes.

Both battery options are available with a front-wheel-drive layout. The larger 61 kWh battery can also be paired with an all-wheel-drive setup.

• 49 kWh FWD version: 142bhp and 193Nm of torque
• 61 kWh FWD version: 171bhp and 193Nm of torque
• 61 kWh AWD version: 181bhp and 307Nm of torque

Toyota Urban Cruiser BEV: Dimensions, Design and Interior Layout

The Urban Cruiser electric SUV measures 4,285 mm in length, 1,800 mm in width and 1,635 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,700 mm. These figures place it in the same segment as electric SUVs such as the Hyundai Creta Electric and the Suzuki e-Vitara.

On the inside, the Urban Cruiser BEV uses a digital cabin layout with a 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 10.1-inch digital instrument cluster. It supports smartphone connectivity and app-based functions for vehicle information and charging status. The rear seats can slide and split-fold to adjust passenger and luggage space.

Toyota Urban Cruiser BEV: Safety Equipment

The electric SUV is equipped with a range of active and passive safety systems. These include driver-assistance features, a 360-degree camera, blind spot monitoring, front and rear parking sensors and lane keep assist.

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