Toyota has confirmed that the Fronx-based crossover will make its debut on April 3, 2024, marking its return to the sub-4 meter SUV market. Toyota may utilize the moniker “Urban Cruiser Taisor,” which it had previously trademarked, for this vehicle. It will stay with the same features and engine choices. It will, nevertheless, have a different design from the Fronx. Let’s examine what this future model has in store for you.
Design
With a new grille with Toyota badging, redesigned bumpers, distinct headlight, DRL, and tail lamp signatures, as well as custom alloy wheels, Toyota will undoubtedly update the vehicle’s appearance. All of these features were present in the previous shared models between the two brands.
Safety Features
The Taisor will get whatever you receive on the Fronx here as well. Among its features will be a heads-up display, automated climate control, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and cruise control.
Up to six airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability program (ESP), hill hold assist, ISOFIX child seat anchors, and a 360-degree camera are among the safety features it will include. Nonetheless, it is anticipated that the color scheme and the emblems will serve as distinguishing factors for the cabin. The interior of the Toyota variant is probably going to be lighter than the Maruti model’s black and burgundy decor.
Specifications
It is anticipated to come with a 1.2-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine that generates 90 PS and an automatic transmission (AMT) or 5-speed manual. Additionally anticipated is a 1-liter turbo-petrol engine producing 100 PS and 148 Nm, mated to a 5- or 6-speed automated transmission. Even though a CNG drivetrain similar to the Fronx is anticipated, it may become accessible in the future.
With its 1.2-liter gasoline engine, the Fronx also has the option of a CNG drivetrain; we anticipate Toyota will do the same. It is unclear, though, that the CNG powerplant will be offered at launch; Toyota may decide to introduce it at a later date.
Price rivals
Based on the pricing of the Maruti Fronx, we predict that the ex-showroom price of the Toyota Taisor will be between Rs 8 lakh and Rs 13 lakh. The various models may have a little higher price tag than the Maruti-branded vehicle. Since Toyota isn’t currently a competitor in the sub-4 million SUV market, competitors in this crossover’s niche include the Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, Maruti Brezza, and Mahindra XUV300.
