Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella Electric SUV – Toyota has finally unveiled its first electric SUV in India and its name is Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella. This car is being considered a big step not only for Toyota but for the entire Indian EV market. Toyota, which has become a trusted name in petrol and hybrid vehicles, has now entered the fully electric segment. Looking at the Urban Cruiser Ebella, it is clear that the company has not prepared it in a hurry but with complete planning. The combination of long range, powerful features and Toyota’s trust makes this SUV special.

Price

Let’s talk firstly about its price, the estimated EX-showroom price of Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella can start at around Rs 20 lakh, while its estimated on-road price in Delhi is ₹19.06 lakh to ₹24.42 lakhs. Is expected to live between This SUV is being launched directly into the mid-size electric SUV segment, where there is already a tough competition.

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Battery, Range and Performance

Now talk about its battery, Urban Cruiser Ebella is offered with two battery options —49kWh and 61kWh. Both battery packs come with a front-wheel drive setup and an electric motor is provided on the front axle. The variant with a 49kWh battery gives power of 144hp and torque of 189Nm, while the variant with a 61kWh battery generates power of 174hp.

Talking about range, this is what comes out as the biggest strength of this SUV. With a 61kWh battery pack, Ebella claims to deliver an ARAI-rated range of around 543 kilometers. At the same time, small battery packs can also run for about 440 kilometers.

Design

Looking at the Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella, it does not seem at all that it is a plain or simple electric car. Its design is futuristic, but it also retains the SUV’s Rough and Tough Feel. LED headlights and sharp DRLs of triangle shape at the front give it a distinct identity.

The stylish alloy wheels in the side profile and the full-width LED light bar at the rear give the SUV a premium touch. Overall, Ebella’s design is one that makes sense of being EV, but does not seem to be over-experimental.

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Interior and Features

Toyota has left no stone unturned in terms of features. It features a 10.25-inch large touchscreen infotainment system, which comes with a 10.1-inch digital driver display. The two screens together make the cabin modern and take-loaded.

In addition, features such as fixed glass roof, ventilated front seats and powered driver seats give this SUV a premium feel. Ventilated seats in summer will be nothing short of a relief, especially in Indian conditions.

Safety

Toyota Urban Cruiser Ebella has also been made quite strong in terms of safety. It features advanced safety features such as 7 airbags, 360-degree camera and Level-2 ADAS. These features make it safe not only in the city but also for highway drives.

The company expects Ebella to receive the same 5-star Bharat NCAP Safety Rating as its twin model. Along with this, Toyota is also offering an 8-year battery warranty, which will prove to be a great relief for long-term EV keepers.