KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- The Urban Cruiser Taigun offers three transmission options and two petrol engines, along with a CNG variant
- Base model costs Rs 7.73 lakh, and the top model costs Rs 13.03 lakh ex-showroom
- Check out the top features available in this counterpart of the Maruti Fronx
The Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor the counterpart of the Maruti Suzuki Fronx, is an exciting compact SUV that brings a lot of high-end features and offers a sleek, more elegant design for those who are not sure about the Fronx. The Toyota badge does enhance its overall appeal, but many people are still unfamiliar with this car. So, here I am to share information about its top features that justify its price tag of Rs 13.03 lakh (for the top model).
Without further ado, let's dive in. Before we do, don't forget to join the 91Wheels WhatsApp Group to receive exciting updates like this.
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Choices of Powertrains and Transmissions in Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor
In the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taigun, there are two petrol engines: a 1.2 L K-Series Dual Jet VVT and a 1.0 L Turbo petrol engine, along with a 55 L CNG tank. It also offers three transmission choices: a 5-speed manual, a 5-speed AMT, and a 6-speed automatic. Lets understand the power figures by comparing the three in a table.
| Specifications | 1.2 L / CNG | 1.2 L K-Series | 1.0 L Turbo Petrol |
| Displacement | 1197 cc | 1197 cc | 998 cc |
| Power | 89.73 Ps / 77.5 Ps (CNG) | 89.73 Ps | 100.06 Ps |
| Torque | 113 Nm / 98.5 Nm (CNG) | 113 Nm | 147.6 Nm |
| Transmission | 5 MT | 5 MT/ 5AMT | 5 MT / 6AT |
| Mileage | 28.51 Km/Kg | 22.79 kmpl / 21.71 kmpl | 21.18 kmpl / 19.86 kmpl |
Features In Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor
9 inch Infotainment Display
The top trim gets a 9-inch infotainment display, which is very slick to use and features high resolution with integrated Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The lower variants come with a smaller 7-inch screen, which does its job well.
Variants Available: This feature is only available in the top spec V 1.0L Turbo, which costs Rs 11.48 lakh for manual and 12.88 lakh for automatic gearbox.
Competitors with the Same Feature:
- Nissan Magnite, another crossover which is a direct rival to the Toyota Taisor, offers an 8 Inch infotainment screen with wifi connectivity in N-Connecta variant which costs Rs 7.86 lakh.
- The Kia Sonet, another rival to the Tata Tiago, is ahead in terms of features and offers an 8-inch infotainment screen even in the second variant, the HTK, which costs Rs 9.02 lakh for the petrol variant.
360 Degree Camera
The top-spec V 1.0 L Turbo MT/AT gets a 360-degree camera, which is very useful for tight parking and checking blind spots. Additionally, the camera quality is excellent and performs well even at night.
Variants Available:
This feature is only available in the top spec V 1.0L Turbo, which costs Rs 11.48 lakh for manual and 12.88 lakh for automatic gearbox.
Competitors with the Same Feature:
- Nissan Magnite's second-to-top model, Tekna, offers a 360-degree parking camera, and this variant starts at Rs 8.75 lakh.
- Kia Sonet adds a 360-degree camera with a blind-view monitor in the GTX variant, which starts at Rs 13.71 lakh. This variant is the second-highest in the lineup.
Head-Up Display
The head-up display provides information about the car's speed, time, and navigation details via arrows. Additionally, if you choose the automatic transmission, it shows the current gear. This is a very useful tech feature, as drivers often dont notice their speed and can end up breaking speed limits. The navigation system is also a charmer, as you don't have to take your eyes off the road ahead.
Variants Available:
Again this head-up display feature is only available in the top spec V 1.0L Turbo, which costs Rs 11.48 lakh for manual and 12.88 lakh for automatic gearbox.
Competitors with the Same Feature:
- The Nissan Magnite doesn not come with a head-up display feature.
- Even the feature rich Kia Sonet is not equipped with a Head-up display.
Paddle Shifters
If you want to fully engage in the driving experience and never want to disturb your focus from the steering wheel, then paddle shifters are for you. Yes, this feature is truly handy in a sports car, but the feeling of changing gears manually without using the gear lever is unmatched. The 1.0 L turbo petrol engine has enough oomph to make this a thrilling experience.
Variants Available:
The paddle shifters are available only with the 1.0L turbo engine paired with the automatic transmission. The 1.0L engine starts with the G variant, which is the second-highest in the lineup, and it costs Rs 10.56 lakh for the manual and Rs 11.96 lakh for the automatic.
Competitors with the Same Feature:
- The Nissan Magnite does not offer paddle shifters, despite having a turbocharged engine paired with a CVT gearbox
- In the Kia Sonet, paddle shifters are available with the 1.0L turbo engine and DCT gearbox starting from the HTX variant, which costs Rs 12.50 lakh ex-showroom.
Hill Hold Assist
Let's talk about safety features. The Taigun gets hill hold assist, a very important safety feature that holds the car for three seconds on a steep road, allowing the driver to calmly engage the accelerator. Apart from that, there are 6 airbags, ESP, and parking sensors.
Variants Available:
Hill hold assist is an standard saftey feature available in every variant of Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor.
Competitors with the Same Feature:
- Hill hold assist is a standard saftey feature in both Nissan Magnite and Kia Seltos.
Additional Popular Features
- Automatic Climate Control - A very integeral feature of every automobile selling in India, as summers here are unbearable and survival without a good AC becomes a real struggle in life.
- Remote Vehicle Ignition - The Taisor can be turned on remotely via a smartphone, and all updates regarding the vehicle will be displayed, which is a great feature.
- Wireless charging pad - It is quickly becoming one of the most in-demand features, as every owner loves it. When their phone is charging while they are driving, it gives them the freedom of not having to carry a cable every time.
Features Missing
- Sunroof - The top variant of the Toyota Taisor, despite costing Rs 13.03 lakh ex-showroom, does not offer a sunroof option, which is a shame considering that every rival offers one.
- Digital Instrument Cluster - Toyota Taisor is equipped with an analog speedometer that includes a small digital screen for updates. However, almost every manufacturer now offers a fully digital cluster with high-resolution graphics.
- Ventilated Seats - This feature is also present in all the Taisor rivals, and people prioritize it, as ventilated seats cool the body completely, something that the front AC vents fail to do.
Comparison With Competitors
| Features | Toyota Taisor | Nissan Magnite | Kia Sonet |
| Infotainment Display | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 360 Degree Camera | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Head-Up Display | Yes | No | No |
| Paddle Shifters | Yes | No | Yes |
| Hill Hold Assist | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sunroof | No | No | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Yes | Yes |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | Yes | Yes |
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Verdict
These features in the Toyota Taigun justify its price and make it a proper modern SUV. For those considering buying this vehicle, I believe their doubts should now be cleared. If not, they can also check out a full comparison video of the Taigun vs. Fronx on the 91Wheels YouTube channel.
