Toyota has finally showcased the all-new Hyryder for the Indian market. This mid-size SUV offers a lot of new tech, usually not seen in the segment. While prices are not out yet, we do have access to the official list of features and tech additions that promise to make the 2022 Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid SUV a promising product. Do note, this SUV competes with the likes of the MG Astor, Hyundai Creta and the Kia Seltos. Maruti will launch its own version of the Hyryder at a later stage.
Hybrid Tech
Toyota is betting hard on hybrid technology for mass segment cars in India. When launched, the Urban Cruiser Hyryder could be the most affordable ‘proper’ or ‘strong’ hybrid offering. This also means it will be able to run on pure EV mode (yes, engine off!) for a few kilometers. This in turn will aid real world fuel economy which could be as high as 22-25 kmpl in urban conditions. Do note, we see a similar technology being offered in the new Honda City Hybrid. The strong hybrid will not be offered on the NeoDrive variants.
AWD
The 2022 Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid SUV will use Suzuki’s All-Grip AWD (all-wheel drive) technology for the NeoDrive V variant. This essentially means the power will go to all four wheel as and when required. This is not be confused with 4×4. If Toyota prices the NeoDrive AWD competitively, it could be India’s most affordable AWD SUV on sale.
360 View Camera
This new driver aid is now becoming a common feature in the mid-size SUV space. The Hyryder too will offer this. This 360 view system makes use of four cameras, each placed on all four sides of a vehicle. Such a set-up is very useful while parking into tight spots or negotiating through congested streets. The display for this set-up comes on the infotainment screen.
Panoramic Sunroof
Toyota has stayed away from offering this lifestyle feature in India. Both the Innova Crysta and the Fortuner do not offer this yet. It seems the company finally understands the importance of a sunroof and is now offering this in the 2022 Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid SUV. And its just not a usual small sunroof but a large panoramic one. This will also aid airiness on the inside.
Head Up Display
An increasing number of cars are now coming with this driver aid feature. The HUD or head up display pops out in between the steering wheel and the windscreen. Drivers can adjust the HUD as per their height. The glass display ends up projecting a lot of important information for the driver. This ensures you don’t have to move your eyes down to the speedometer console, thereby aiding safety. The switch to operate the HUD is placed on the right side of the steering wheel.
Toyota I-Connet
Smartphone connectivity is something most prospective SUV owners seek in their cars. The Hyryder offers this via the Toyota i-connect application. This offers features like stolen vehicle tracker, remote AC control (for the automatic models), remote vehicle ignition et al.
Other features
Apart from the above mentioned tech features, the Hyryder (depending on the version) will also offer features like
- As many as four Airbags
- Vehicle Stability Control
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Wireless Charging
- Paddle Shifters
- Ventilated Seats
- Air purifier
