Price Range: Ksh. 1,600,000 – Ksh. 1,900,000
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is a compact SUV that is popular in the South African market. It is a rebadged version of the Suzuki Grand Vitara and is only available for import from South Africa. It is an excellent family car that is renowned for its reliable and fuel efficiency. It competes with the Mitsubishi RVR, Honda Vezel, Subaru XV and Mazda CX-3.
Toyota Urban Cruiser: Exterior, Interior and Engine Options
The Urban Cruiser has a subtle design that appeals to a wider range of buyers. It comes with modern headlights that are accentuated by the narrow grille. The rear is angular with a large tailgate that makes it ideal for loading cargo.
On the inside, the dashboard is minimalistic with a touchscreen infotainment at the centre that comes with Apple Carplay and Android Auto. Controls and dials are neatly laid out and within easy access of the driver.
The legroom is excellent thanks to the well elevated seats that provide for a natural seating position.
Engine Options that come with the Urban Cruiser are:
1.5L K15B Petrol Engine
1.5L K15C Hybrid Petrol Engine
1.5L M15D-FXE Hybrid Petrol Engine
Best Choice of Engine: 1.5L K15B Engine. It is reliable and efficient.
Toyota Urban Cruiser: Maintenance Costs in Kenya
The Urban Cruiser is an affordable car to own and maintain in Kenya. It is the same as the Suzuki Grand Vitara and spare parts are cheap and widely available in Kenya. With a moderate budget, you should be able to maintain the Toyota Urban Cruiser in Kenya.
Pros
- Affordable
- Toyota Reliability
- Easy to Maintain
Cons
- Not as premium as its competitors
- 4WD option only available in the hybrid
Where to Buy the Toyota Urban Cruiser in Kenya
If you are looking to buy the Toyota Urban Cruiser in Kenya, importing is the best option due to the following reasons:
- Quality – You get to choose the best quality car. You are not at the mercy of the local dealers. Cars sold locally are usually of the lowest quality and often of high mileage.
- Choice – With import, you get to dictate the choice of features that you want. You can define your preferences to greater detail such as colour, upholstery, sunroof, alloy rims etc.
- Affordability – Import is much more affordable since you eliminate middlemen and brokers that exaggerate the cost of locally sold cars.
If you are considering to import the Toyota Urban Cruiser, please get in touch with us through our contacts: info@topcar.co.ke, call 0722469360 or chat with us directly on WhatsApp below and we will guide you through the process.