Toyota Urban Cruiser EV Revealed, It’s A Suzuki e Vitara Underneath

The duo takes forward their partnership into the electric mobility era with similar products

The Toyota Urban Cruiser EV has finally been revealed. It is the Suzuki e Vitara counterpart under their collaboration. Note that the two Japanese auto giants share products and technology in many parts of the world. Now, it has become clear that this practice will even continue into the electric age.

Even though Toyota already has an EV lineup, the e Vitara will be Suzuki’s first-ever EV. As a consequence, we will even have its Toyota counterpart. Note that the EV will be showcased in a few days at the 2025 Brussels Motor Show in early January. The launch is initially slated for Europe in the second half of next year. Let us delve deep into the specifics of the electric SUV.

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Toyota Urban Cruiser EV Revealed – Specs

Since it is, essentially, a Suzuki in disguise, it utilizes the new HEARTECT-e platform with two battery pack options – a 49 kWh or a 61 kWh. The maximum power and torque outputs range from 142 hp / 189 Nm to 172 hp / 189 Nm and 181 hp / 300 Nm (AWD). We still have to wait to know the range of these EVs.

Nevertheless, it is clear that the two will use Suzuki’s trademark ALLGRIP-e technology by distributing torque where it is needed the most. While the exact range figures are not out yet, we know that the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV will get an energy-saving heat pump for the A/C and a manually activated battery pre-heating function – ideal for colder climates.

Toyota Urban Cruiser EV	Specs
Battery	49 kWh and 61 kWh
Power	142 hp – 181 hp
Torque	189 Nm – 300 Nm
Drivetrain	2WD and 4WD
Platform	HEARTECT-e

Toyota Urban Cruiser EV Revealed – Interior and Features

Step inside the cabin of the Urban Cruiser EV and you will experience a relatively modern interior, thanks to the Suzuki influence. Furthermore, the black colour scheme certainly points to a sporty setting. The main highlights in terms of the latest tech, connectivity, convenience and safety include:

• 10.1-inch Touchscreen Infotainment Display
• 10.25-inch Digital Instrument Cluster
• Electronic Parking Brake with Auto Hold Function
• Automatic Climate Control
• Wireless Phone Charger
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• Powered Driver’s Seat Adjustment
• JBL Audio System
• Electric Sunroof
• Sliding and Reclining Rear Seats
• 40:20:40 Split Folding Rear Seats
• ADAS Active Safety Suite
• 360-degree Camera
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Lane Departure Alert
• Lane Keep Assist
• 6 Airbags
• Pre-collision System

Exterior Styling

On the outside, the Toyota Urban Cruiser EV carries the butch stance of the Suzuki e Vitara quite confidently. However, the front fascia is unique to the Urban Cruiser. It contains a solid chrome slab between the sleek LED headlamps. There is a slim grille section which is sealed off since it is an EV. Down below, I appreciate the air-intakes on the extreme edges of the bumper along with a massive black element in the lower half of the bumper.

On the sides, the EV gets a dual-tone theme with a black roof and side pillars in addition to the chunky wheel arches and side body skirtings. The dark alloy wheels also add to the overall imposing demeanour of the electric SUV. At the rear, it boasts an LED light bar which culminates into the LED taillamps, a shark fin antenna, a rugged rear bumper with a skid plate, etc. All in all, the EV definitely bears a muscular stance.

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Learn Electric Cars Says

The Suzuki-Toyota partnership has successfully transitioned into the electric era. Having achieved decent success with the ICE models, it is clear that the two countrymen will leverage each other’s strengths to step into the electric future. It remains to be seen how well the customers embrace the first EV from Suzuki (and subsequently Toyota) amidst new EV models from other carmakers once it launches.