Toyota Reveals Its New Urban Cruiser Crossover In South Africa
Toyota Reveals Its New Urban Cruiser Crossover In South Africa. Toyota has unveiled its new Urban Cruiser crossover in South Africa, taking an aim at the budget crossover market. It is the second product of the Toyota-Suzuki alliance, following the launch of the Starlet.
According to Business Tech, the Urban Cruiser is powered by a 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated four-cylinder engine, delivering 77 kW of power and 138 Nm of torque. Buyers have the option of a 5-speed manual transmission or 4-speed automatic, reaching a top speed of 170 km/h. Fuel consumption is registered at a frugal 6.2 litres per 100km, while CO2 emissions fall within the 145 to 147 g/km range. The safety and security specifications include ABS and EBD, side protection beams, driver and passenger airbags and ISOFIX. An alarm and immobiliser system is also included on all models.
Toyota said that a three-grade strategy has been adopted, using the now-familiar Toyota grade names Xi, Xs and Xr. The entry-level Xi model features a keyless-entry with push start, electric windows, air-conditioning, tilt-adjustable steering, power-adjustable mirrors, LED headlamps and LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL). Rear Park Distance Control (PDC) offers drivers additional peace of mind. The mid-tier Xs model adds alloy wheels, roof rails, body-coloured door handles, power-retractable mirrors and a rear window wiper with demister function. On the inside, the Xs offers auto air-conditioning (climate control) and reverse camera, and a secondary glove compartment. The flagship, the Xr features LED fog lamps, automatic headlights, cruise control, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, rain-sensing wipers, dual 12-volt power outlets, a front armrest, a leather steering wheel and the inclusion of two tweeter speakers.
The car prices are now at, Urban Cruiser 1.5 Xi MT – R247 900; Urban Cruiser 1.5 Xs MT – R267 800; Urban Cruiser 1.5 Xs AT – R289 000; Urban Cruiser 1.5 Xr MT – R294 500; Urban Cruiser 1.5 Xr AT – R315 700; All Urban Cruiser models are sold with a 3-services/45,000 km service plan. A 3-year/100,000 km warranty is also provided. Service intervals are pegged at 12 months/15,000 km.
By Thomas Chiothamisi
