The Toyota Urban Cruiser has been a great sales success for the brand, conquering the small crossover segment in its previous guise, while the latest generation has grown up, quite literally, and appears to be a more substantial product. Let's look at the three available models and determine which is best.
Before we begin the comparison, it is essential to note that there are three Urban Cruiser models to choose from and two specification levels, namely XS and XR, with the latter being available in either manual or automatic guise. All three models share the same 1.5-litre petrol engine with outputs of 77kW and 138Nm, paired with a five-speed or four-speed automatic gearbox. If you want to add an Urban Cruiser to your garage but need to sell your car first, AutoTrader can get you an Instant Offer!
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Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XS R329 400*
The base model Urban Cruiser comes with 17-inch alloy wheels, two airbags, climate control, a multi-function steering wheel, a touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, partial cloth-covered seats, LED daytime running lights, keyless entry/start, ISOFIX child seat anchor points, and rear PDC with a reverse camera. There is also a 4-service/60 000km service plan as standard.
Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR R347 400*
The XR models get the same features as the XS but adds cruise control, six airbags and roof rails.
Toyota Urban Cruiser 1.5 XR auto R369 900*
The flagship Urban Cruiser has the same features as the XR manual but adds an automatic gearbox.
So which one is the best?
When looking at the three Urban Cruiser models, we feel as through the XR models offer better value than the more basic XS.
* Prices include all taxes and were accurate when writing but may change without prior notice.
