Toyota India launched its new subcompact SUV, the Urban Cruiser. This is essentially the rebadged version of the best-selling Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza with Toyota specific cosmetic changes.

Exterior:

    The Urban Cruiser borrows its front grille from the Fortuner but carries forward the LED headlamps from the Vitara Brezza without any changes. The front bumper however is completely redesigned to give the Urban Cruiser a unique look. The sides and rear, however, don't have any changes except for the Toyota and Urban Cruiser branding on the tailgate. The 16” alloy wheels to are the same as on the Vitara Brezza.

Interior:

    The interior of

the Urban Cruiser gets even fewer changes when compared to the Brezza. The design, layout and materials are exactly the same and the only differentiation will be Brown colour seat upholstery.

Variants:

Similar to the Vitara Brezza, the Urban Cruiser will be available in three variants; Mid, High and Premium.

    Based on the Vitara Brezza, the new Urban Cruiser MID variant offers the following standard features:

• LED headlamps with DRLs
• LED tail lamps
• Auto climate control
• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
• Push-button start with the smart key
• 2DIN audio system
• Steering mounted audio controls
• Power windows
• Electric ORVMs
• Reverse sensors

Apart from these, the HIGH variant will include the following additional features:

• 16” alloy wheels
• Auto folding ORVMs
• Roof rails
• 7” touchscreen system
• Android Auto & Apple car play
• Reverse camera
• Cruise control
• Rear wiper & defogger

Additional features on the top-spec PREMIUM variant will include:

• LED fog lamps
• 16” diamond cut alloys
• Auto headlamps & wipers
• Auto-dimming IRVM
• Front and rear armrests

Safety:

       Safety features on the Toyota Urban Cruiser BS6 include:

• ABS with EBD
• Dual airbags
• ISOFIX child seat mounts
• Pretensioner seatbelts
• Engine immobilizer
• Hill hold on AT variants

Powertrains:

       The Urban Cruiser will carry forward the same 1.5L K-series petrol engine from the Vitara Brezza producing 105bhp power & 138nm torque through either a 5-speed manual or a 4-speed Torque converter automatic gearbox. The Automatic variants will also receive mild hybrid system with auto engine start/stop and regenerative braking.

Launch & price (Ex-showroom):

• Toyota Urban Cruiser Mid Variant MT - Rs 8.4 lakhs
• Toyota Urban Cruiser Mid Variant AT – 9.8 lakhs
• Toyota Urban Cruiser High Variant – MT – Rs 9.15 lakhs
• Toyota Urban Cruiser High Variant AT 10.65 lakhs
• Toyota Urban Cruiser Premium MT - Rs 9.8 lakhs
• Toyota Urban Cruiser Premium AT - Rs 11.3 lakhs

The new Toyota Urban Cruiser will be priced at a slight premium over the Vitara Brezza and it will compete against the Tata Nexon, Ford Ecosport, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Mahindra XUV300 and the Maruti Suzuki Vitara Brezza itself.

Ford Motor Company is considering to introduce its high-performance models in the Indian market including the Ranger Raptor pickup truck, Bronco 4×4, Mustang EV and Focus RS.

The Focus RS is one of the highly popular hot hatchbacks across the world and is also being considered for India. While launching a performance-based vehicle won’t help in gaining volumes, this it will help establish its image as a premium manufacturer and also the intention will reinforce the Ford DNA among the prospective Indian buyers. 

These performance and lifestyle models could be brought into the country as CBU taking advantage of the relaxation in

homologation regulations.

The Bronco off-roaderder SUV could rival the Jeep Wrangler in India. The Mustang Mach E SUV features an extended range battery and RWD with the estimated EPA range of 482 km. In the AWD configuration, the Mach-E develops 332 horsepower and 565 Nm of torque, and is faster than the base Porsche Macan.

Ford is already working on next-generationtion Ranger Raptor which will borrow the engine from the popular F-150, as the 3.0-litre V6 diesel V6 puts out 255 hp and 600 Nm.

Ford India is working for B and C Segment SUV and MPV along with Mahinda (Contract Basis) which will hit road on 2022. Also, the American manufacturer will continue to refresh its existing portfolio Figo, Aspire, EcoSport, Endeavour and the Iconic Mustang. 

Stay tuned for further updates.

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Hyundai Motor has unveiled their next contender for the premium hatchback segment in India- the 2020 Hyundai i20. The new avatar is entirely different from what it was earlier and thankfully, we can call this an upgrade because the changes are not just cosmetic outside. The changes take place inside the cabin and to the engines as well. The Indian version of the 2020 Hyundai i20 is expected to have most of the features offerer in the European Spec. India launch of the Hyundai i20 2020 is expected to be around August 2020.

The Hyundai i20 has been one

of the most popular hatchbacks in India, giving tough competition to its rivals like Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Honda Jazz, Toyota Glanza and Tata Altroz. While it has been a hot selling unit for Hyundai Motor in India, the upgraded version is expected to do even better considering the features on offer and the price.

Yes, the 2020 Hyundai i20 is expected to be priced between Rs 6 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi) and Rs 10 lakh (ex-showroom, New Delhi) in India. Tempting? You must check out the features below then.


The Europe-spec 2020 Hyundai i20 displays a big new grille in the front. Thankfully, the headlamps too have been redesigned and are LED units with LED DRLs. Not only that, the front and rear bumpers have been redesigned. The new model also gets 17- inch alloy wheels.

The rear hasn't been left out by Hyundai either. The new Hyundai i20 2020 gets LED taillights, shark fin antenna and rear spoiler. We are expecting these features to be made available in the India-spec i20 2020 as well but features like 17 inch alloys maybe left out keeping in mind Indian driving conditions.

When it comes to the new Hyundai i20 2020's interior, the Europe-spec car will get a new 10.25-inch digital cluster and centre touchscreen connected to a Bose audio system with eight speakers. Wireless charging and Hyundai's BlueLink connectivity technology will also be included. A test mule was spotted in India whose cabin looked similar to the Europe Spec version with Audi- esque vents and 4 spoke steering wheel featured in the 2020 Hyundai Creta as well.


Coming to the heart of the matter, the 2020 i20 may have a few engine options which of course will be BS 6 compliant:
1. A 1.0-litre T-GDi with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system
2. A 1.2-litre MPi unit
3. 1.5 litre detuned diesel mill from the Kia Seltos

New Hyundai i20 Colours

The Europe-spec Hyundai i20 2020 gets as many as 10 colour options, with four being new. The fresh ones are Intense Blue, Aurora Gray, Aqua Turquoise and Brass. Among the already available are Polar White, Sleek Silver, Phantom Black, Dragon Red, Tomato Red and Slate Blue. There is an option for a Phantom Black roof also.