Toyota Hyryder : The Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder that has been named the “Chhoti Fortuner” by the masses debuts in the Indian market with the mission to provide a premium SUV experience at a pocket-friendly price.
This thoughtfully designed car combines Toyota’s reputation for quality, fuel-efficient hybrid technology, and the burly stance of an SUV, a combination that middle-class families and budget-minded buyers of all stripes find irresistible.
Mixing contemporary design with the latest in tech, the Hyryder is giving the rivals a run for their money while allowing the average Indian household a taste of the big SUV life.
Bold Design with Big SUV Feel
The Hyryder looks interesting from the front – there’s a smooth front fascia, with its diamond-cut chrome-accented grille, split LED DRLs, and sporty bumper to grab one’s attention first up.
It is obviously a little bro of the Fortuner in terms of its designing element and this has led to the name “Chhoti Fortuner”.
Those bold shoulder lines, 17in alloy wheels and chunky wheel arches make it look like a beefy, high-riding SUV. This is small but it has a lot of road presence that makes it appear to be premium as well as modern.
Hybrid Engine with Mileapeuticism
Best of all, the Hyryder’s set and forget self-charging tough hybrid power plant. It is powered by a 1.5-litre petrol engine mated to an electric motor, offering a total output of about 114 bhp.
This combination enables the SUV to operate in total electric mode in low-speed driving, which will considerably reduce fuel usage.
On the other hand, the mighty hybrid variant provides class-leading range of up to 27.97 kmpl, which is most ideal for everyday commuting and won’t upset your financial budget in any way.
Even the lower mild-hybrid trims return fuel efficiencies of 20+ kmpl.
Cabin is Comfortable and Well-Equipped
On the inside the Hyryder features a dual-tone cabin with soft-touch surfaces, a floating touchscreen and vented seats.
The seats are comfortable, wide, and supportive—an excellent combination for those long family trips.
It is equipped with automatic climate control, wireless charging, panoramic sunroof, and rear AC vents.
The cabin space is used well and both rows provide decent headroom and legroom, which is enough for small families who need to make an occasional long trip.
Hybrid Tech for a Seamless Drive
With the hybrid technology, Hyryder is a silent, smooth and comfortable ride. The engine transitions smoothly between petrol and electric, resulting in low vibrations and NVH.
It’s especially handy in traffic, where the car can coast on battery power for brief stretches.
The transmission is a CVT type, providing smooth transitions and the suspension is calibrated for comfort.
Infact, it takes the city bumps in its strides and feels planted on the highway, so it’s a good all-rounder for Indian road conditions.
Peace of Mind for All With Superior Safety
Toyota has never sacrificed safety. The Hyryder also comes loaded with safety features such as 6 airbags, ABS with EBD, hill hold control, reverse parking camera, ISOFIX mounts, and while hill assist control.
Strong hybrid trims even receive tyre pressure monitoring and a 360-degree camera for better visibility.
Its strong construction coupled with Toyota’s world quality standards, make passengers feel safe in all circumstances, be it urban or rural.
Pros
– Great mileage with hybrid engine, spending much less on gas.
—Practical, SUV-like striking style is both premium and stylish in its motif.
– Super quiet on the road with an EV-like hush in traffic.
– Feature-rich, with sunroof, wireless charging and ventilated seats, among others.
– Toyota brand value and reliability guarantee peace of mind.
Cons
– High-end hybrid models can be pricy, moving some down-market shoppers out of their crosshairs.
– The battery should make itself known somewhere in the boot of hybrid models so space has compromised somewhat.
– Mild-hybrid not available with automatic transmission, also reducing convenience options.
– No diesel engine, something that could be deterrent to its traditional buyers in rural areas.
Toyota Hyryder Final Verdict
For Indian families who are value conscious, the Toyota Hyryder is positioned to offer a compelling, yet wallet-friendly package – and will feature a balanced formulation of affordability, style, hybrid efficiency as well as Toyota quality.
It is styled like a mini Fortuner, behaves like a SUV for the future and sips fuel like a commuter car.
If you are after the design of bigger vehicles but don’t want to pay the big bucks, then, the Hyryder is a perfect example of a “Chhoti Fortuner”—you get practicality, efficiency and for the people.