Toyota urban cruiser

#1 'We are determined to ensure youth have access to socioeconomic opportunities': Mashatile #2 Polish government says SAA plane with Ramaphosa's security was carrying undeclared 'unsafe goods' #3 'Then I let rip': The moment Helen Zille realised she was being scammed #4 Ramaphosa's safety has not been compromised: presidency #5 Ramaphosa's protection force and SA crew 'cleared to leave' Poland, then grounded again #1 'We are determined to ensure youth have access to socioeconomic opportunities': Mashatile #2 Polish government says SAA plane with Ramaphosa's security was carrying undeclared 'unsafe goods' #3 'Then I let rip': The moment Helen Zille realised she was being scammed #4 Ramaphosa's safety has not been compromised: presidency #5 Ramaphosa's protection force and SA crew 'cleared to leave' Poland, then grounded again Toyota SA on Monday pulled the covers off its new Urban Cruiser. Based on the Suzuki Brezza Vitara launched in February, this B-SUV segment challenger is here to do battle against the popular Ford EcoSport, Volkswagen T-Cross, Hyundai Venue and Haval H1. Here are five things you should know about it. 1: A face all its own Toyota has fitted the Urban Cruiser with a large front radiator grille sporting two horizontal slats and a centrally-mounted Toyota insignia. Flanked by chrome accent strips and LED projector headlamps (standard across the range) this culminates in a look reminiscent of its larger Fortuner and Land Cruiser siblings. Meanwhile, the lo...

• Car Reviews • Latest car reviews • In-depth road test reviews • First drive reviews • Long-term tests • Top 10s: Best Cars on sale • Video reviews • Car News • Latest news • Podcasts • Advice • Opinions • Features • Awards • Used cars • Used car home • Used car deals • Nearly new buying guides • Used car buying guides • Electric • Performance cars • Business • Company cars • Company car tax calculator • Company car advice • Offers • Gap Insurance • Warranty • What Car? Leasing • Sell your car • Car Finance • Subscribe • Subscribe to magazine • Subscribe to Autocar Business • Autocar Newsletter Road test editor Just two models are available in UK: On the outside, Inside, though, the car fails to live up to its vaguely funky external styling. You sit high (although the steering wheel remains oddly low), so you do get a relatively lofty view of the road ahead, and there's plenty of practicality. But acres of black plastic on the dash seem a world away from what the chunky exterior promises. • It doesn't like to be rushed, mind. The engine has less than 100lb ft of torque, so you'll end up thrashing it if you want to maintain steady progress on a B-road. Whichever engine you choose ride and refinement are acceptable but nothing better and there’s little pleasure to be obtained from the steering, either; it's vague around the straight-ahead and the electric power assistance leaves it almost devoid of feel. The four-wheel-drive version feels the more surefooted of the two but ...

• • Chronology Successor The Toyota Ist ( Japanese: トヨタ・ist (イスト), Toyota Isuto) (stylised as ist) is a Toyota xA and to Europe and Latin America as the Toyota Urban Cruiser for the second generation. The Ist, the sixth brand to use the In Japan, it was available at Toyota dealerships The car's name is derived from the suffix "-ist," the name points to a person who is passionate about something (stylist, artist, specialist, and so on). • 5-speed • 4-speed Dimensions 2,370mm (93.3in) Length 3,855mm (151.8in) Width 1,695mm (66.7in) Height 1,530–1,535mm (60.2–60.4in) 1,000–1,100kg (2,205–2,425lb) Based on the first generation The model codes are NCP60 (1300, 2NZ, FWD), NCP61 (1500, 1NZ, FWD), NCP65 (1500, 1NZ, 4WD). The Ist was developed from the Vitz supermini in a crossover SUV bodystyle offering the flexibility of larger SUVs, but with the advantage of better fuel economy from a smaller vehicle. It first appeared at the Netz Store (all prefectures), Toyopet Store (excluding Osaka prefecture) and Toyota Store (Osaka prefecture only). It received its facelift on 30 May 2005 and was only available at Netz Store. The Ist is meant to cater to younger drivers, being sold as a Scion in North America and as the xA in the Its primary competitor is the • The second generation Ist is similar to the five-door This new Ist, like its predecessor, is sold as a Scion in the US. But instead of being the new In Europe and Latin America, it is sold as the Urban Cruiser with slightly differen...

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • The 2nd iteration of the Toyota Urban Cruiser incorporates a raft of revisions and upgrades, but will it build on its predecessor’s success – or has it become too pricey for most budget-crossover buyers? We drove the model at its launch in Cape Town. What’s new with the Urban Cruiser? The 2023 Urban Cruiser uses a new platform developed in partnership with Suzuki. Since the introduction of the Its successor is still a The 2nd-generation Urban Cruiser looks more modern and “swoopy SUV” than its predecessor. The 2023 Toyota Urban Cruiser is underpinned by a new platform and, with that, comes a much-updated exterior design that looks more “swoopy SUV” than “boxy crossover”. The wheel size has been increased (from 16- to 17-inches), with the entry spec Xs rolling on steel wheels and the Xr fitted with alloy rims. Currently, the range consists of just the 2 derivatives (Xs and Xr), with Toyota dropping the entry Xi from the range. Only the Xr derivative is available in automatic guise, but to its credit, Toyota has increased the standard service plan on the Urban Cruiser from 3-services/45 000 km to 4-services/60 000 km. What’s the Urban Cruiser like to drive? Urban Cruiser’s rear design looks more modern and upmarket than before. Unsurprisingly, the Urban Cruiser continues to offer much of what buyers expect from a small crossover (or compact SUV) model. Its 77 kW/138 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine is carried over from the previous-gen model and while...

• • • • • • • • • • • • The Toyota Urban Cruiser arrived in SA showrooms in early March 2021 and, during the Indian-made model's first month on the local market, the Japanese brand sold almost 1 000 units of the newcomer. We evaluate a range-topping 1.5 XR derivative to find out why the Urban Cruiser has garnered instant sales success. We like: Great value for money, engaging to drive, competent on gravel roads, generous spec. We don’t like: Short gearing, so-so build quality and poor wind insulation. Fast Facts • Model Tested: Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR • Price: R294 500 (April 2021) • Engine: 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder petrol • Power/Torque: 77 kW and 138 Nm • Transmission: 5-speed manual • Fuel efficiency: 6.2 L/100 km • Load space: 328 litres Serious about buying? Some Toyota dealerships regularly offer great deals. What is the Toyota Urban Cruiser? While it may have a Toyota badge on its grille, the Urban Cruiser is, in fact, a rebadged Suzuki Vitara Brezza – that fact has been well publicised and, therefore, won't come as a surprise to most consumers. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is the second project resulting from a Toyota/Suzuki tie-up that was announced back in 2016. Without going into too many specifics, Toyota wanted to increase its foothold in the up-and-coming Indian market, where Maruti Suzuki reigns supreme. In return for building Toyota-badged versions of some of its own models, Suzuki got access to TMC's hybrid technology. Product-wise, Toyota ...

• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • The 2nd iteration of the Toyota Urban Cruiser incorporates a raft of revisions and upgrades, but will it build on its predecessor’s success – or has it become too pricey for most budget-crossover buyers? We drove the model at its launch in Cape Town. What’s new with the Urban Cruiser? The 2023 Urban Cruiser uses a new platform developed in partnership with Suzuki. Since the introduction of the Its successor is still a The 2nd-generation Urban Cruiser looks more modern and “swoopy SUV” than its predecessor. The 2023 Toyota Urban Cruiser is underpinned by a new platform and, with that, comes a much-updated exterior design that looks more “swoopy SUV” than “boxy crossover”. The wheel size has been increased (from 16- to 17-inches), with the entry spec Xs rolling on steel wheels and the Xr fitted with alloy rims. Currently, the range consists of just the 2 derivatives (Xs and Xr), with Toyota dropping the entry Xi from the range. Only the Xr derivative is available in automatic guise, but to its credit, Toyota has increased the standard service plan on the Urban Cruiser from 3-services/45 000 km to 4-services/60 000 km. What’s the Urban Cruiser like to drive? Urban Cruiser’s rear design looks more modern and upmarket than before. Unsurprisingly, the Urban Cruiser continues to offer much of what buyers expect from a small crossover (or compact SUV) model. Its 77 kW/138 Nm 1.5-litre petrol engine is carried over from the previous-gen model and while...

• • • • • • • • • • • • The Toyota Urban Cruiser arrived in SA showrooms in early March 2021 and, during the Indian-made model's first month on the local market, the Japanese brand sold almost 1 000 units of the newcomer. We evaluate a range-topping 1.5 XR derivative to find out why the Urban Cruiser has garnered instant sales success. We like: Great value for money, engaging to drive, competent on gravel roads, generous spec. We don’t like: Short gearing, so-so build quality and poor wind insulation. Fast Facts • Model Tested: Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR • Price: R294 500 (April 2021) • Engine: 1.5-litre naturally-aspirated 4-cylinder petrol • Power/Torque: 77 kW and 138 Nm • Transmission: 5-speed manual • Fuel efficiency: 6.2 L/100 km • Load space: 328 litres Serious about buying? Some Toyota dealerships regularly offer great deals. What is the Toyota Urban Cruiser? While it may have a Toyota badge on its grille, the Urban Cruiser is, in fact, a rebadged Suzuki Vitara Brezza – that fact has been well publicised and, therefore, won't come as a surprise to most consumers. The Toyota Urban Cruiser is the second project resulting from a Toyota/Suzuki tie-up that was announced back in 2016. Without going into too many specifics, Toyota wanted to increase its foothold in the up-and-coming Indian market, where Maruti Suzuki reigns supreme. In return for building Toyota-badged versions of some of its own models, Suzuki got access to TMC's hybrid technology. Product-wise, Toyota ...

• Car Reviews • Latest car reviews • In-depth road test reviews • First drive reviews • Long-term tests • Top 10s: Best Cars on sale • Video reviews • Car News • Latest news • Podcasts • Advice • Opinions • Features • Awards • Used cars • Used car home • Used car deals • Nearly new buying guides • Used car buying guides • Electric • Performance cars • Business • Company cars • Company car tax calculator • Company car advice • Offers • Gap Insurance • Warranty • What Car? Leasing • Sell your car • Car Finance • Subscribe • Subscribe to magazine • Subscribe to Autocar Business • Autocar Newsletter Road test editor Just two models are available in UK: On the outside, Inside, though, the car fails to live up to its vaguely funky external styling. You sit high (although the steering wheel remains oddly low), so you do get a relatively lofty view of the road ahead, and there's plenty of practicality. But acres of black plastic on the dash seem a world away from what the chunky exterior promises. • It doesn't like to be rushed, mind. The engine has less than 100lb ft of torque, so you'll end up thrashing it if you want to maintain steady progress on a B-road. Whichever engine you choose ride and refinement are acceptable but nothing better and there’s little pleasure to be obtained from the steering, either; it's vague around the straight-ahead and the electric power assistance leaves it almost devoid of feel. The four-wheel-drive version feels the more surefooted of the two but ...

• • Chronology Successor The Toyota Ist ( Japanese: トヨタ・ist (イスト), Toyota Isuto) (stylised as ist) is a Toyota xA and to Europe and Latin America as the Toyota Urban Cruiser for the second generation. The Ist, the sixth brand to use the In Japan, it was available at Toyota dealerships The car's name is derived from the suffix "-ist," the name points to a person who is passionate about something (stylist, artist, specialist, and so on). • 5-speed • 4-speed Dimensions 2,370mm (93.3in) Length 3,855mm (151.8in) Width 1,695mm (66.7in) Height 1,530–1,535mm (60.2–60.4in) 1,000–1,100kg (2,205–2,425lb) Based on the first generation The model codes are NCP60 (1300, 2NZ, FWD), NCP61 (1500, 1NZ, FWD), NCP65 (1500, 1NZ, 4WD). The Ist was developed from the Vitz supermini in a crossover SUV bodystyle offering the flexibility of larger SUVs, but with the advantage of better fuel economy from a smaller vehicle. It first appeared at the Netz Store (all prefectures), Toyopet Store (excluding Osaka prefecture) and Toyota Store (Osaka prefecture only). It received its facelift on 30 May 2005 and was only available at Netz Store. The Ist is meant to cater to younger drivers, being sold as a Scion in North America and as the xA in the Its primary competitor is the • The second generation Ist is similar to the five-door This new Ist, like its predecessor, is sold as a Scion in the US. But instead of being the new In Europe and Latin America, it is sold as the Urban Cruiser with slightly differen...

#1 'We are determined to ensure youth have access to socioeconomic opportunities': Mashatile #2 Polish government says SAA plane with Ramaphosa's security was carrying undeclared 'unsafe goods' #3 'Then I let rip': The moment Helen Zille realised she was being scammed #4 Ramaphosa's safety has not been compromised: presidency #5 Ramaphosa's protection force and SA crew 'cleared to leave' Poland, then grounded again #1 'We are determined to ensure youth have access to socioeconomic opportunities': Mashatile #2 Polish government says SAA plane with Ramaphosa's security was carrying undeclared 'unsafe goods' #3 'Then I let rip': The moment Helen Zille realised she was being scammed #4 Ramaphosa's safety has not been compromised: presidency #5 Ramaphosa's protection force and SA crew 'cleared to leave' Poland, then grounded again Toyota SA on Monday pulled the covers off its new Urban Cruiser. Based on the Suzuki Brezza Vitara launched in February, this B-SUV segment challenger is here to do battle against the popular Ford EcoSport, Volkswagen T-Cross, Hyundai Venue and Haval H1. Here are five things you should know about it. 1: A face all its own Toyota has fitted the Urban Cruiser with a large front radiator grille sporting two horizontal slats and a centrally-mounted Toyota insignia. Flanked by chrome accent strips and LED projector headlamps (standard across the range) this culminates in a look reminiscent of its larger Fortuner and Land Cruiser siblings. Meanwhile, the lo...