Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor Now Gets 6 Airbags as Standard, new Bluish Black Colour Option

The Urban Cruiser Taisor's standard six airbags position it competitively against models like the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, which also recently adopted this safety feature across all variants. This aligns with a growing trend in the compact SUV segment, where manufacturers are enhancing safety standards in response to consumer demand and upcoming regulations requiring six airbags in new vehicles by 2025.

The Urban Cruiser Taisor boasts a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, rear AC vents, wireless charging, and a practical 60:40 split rear seat configuration. These features aim to enhance comfort and convenience, making it suitable for both city commuting and longer journeys, similar to the offerings in the Urban Cruiser Hyryder.

The Urban Cruiser Taisor is available with two engine options: a 1.2L K-Series petrol engine producing 88.5 bhp and a 1.0L turbocharged engine offering 102.3 bhp. Both engines provide options for a 5-speed manual or an automatic transmission, ensuring versatility for different driving preferences. The turbo variant is particularly noted for its robust performance on highways.

With a starting ex-showroom price of Rs 7.77 lakh after a recent price cut, the Urban Cruiser Taisor is competitively priced within the compact SUV segment. It competes with models like the Maruti Suzuki Fronx and Tata Nexon, which also offer similar features and safety standards. This pricing strategy is crucial for attracting budget-conscious consumers looking for value.

The Urban Cruiser Hyryder recently received enhancements such as the standardization of six airbags, improved performance in the AWD variant with a 6-speed automatic transmission, and new comfort features like ventilated seats and a tyre pressure monitoring system. These upgrades make it a strong competitor against the Urban Cruiser Taisor, appealing to consumers seeking advanced safety and comfort.