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Toyota Urban Cruiser I 1.33 VVT-i (100 Hp)
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Toyota Urban Cruiser:
The Toyota Urban Cruiser is an automobile nameplate used by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota since 2008 for several subcompact crossover SUV models:....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I Overview:
Toyota Urban Cruiser (I). With 132 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.6 l/100km). Weighing only 1120 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.5 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.33 VVT-i (100 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Provides decent power for its size, but requires higher revs to extract maximum performance, leading to a less relaxed driving experience than the diesel.
Fuel Economy
Average fuel consumption for a petrol engine of its era and size, less economical than the diesel counterpart.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy (diesel models)
- • Toyota's renowned reliability and durability
- • Compact size ideal for urban environments
- • Available all-wheel drive for added traction
- • Practical and versatile interior for its class
Cons:
- • Uninspiring performance from both engine options
- • Interior design can feel dated compared to rivals
- • Limited rear legroom for taller passengers
- • Higher initial price compared to some competitors
- • Only 3-star Euro NCAP safety rating
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II: August, 2020 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Urban Cruiser |
| Generation: | I |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.33 VVT-i (100 Hp) |
| Start of production: | March, 2008 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 100 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.2 Hp/l [65mm less] |
| Torque: | 132 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1NR-FE More details about the engine 1NR-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 1329 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | Dual VVT-i |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.4 l |
| Coolant: | 4.1 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 72.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 11.5:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.5 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.5 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.2 kg/Hp, 89.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 117.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 11.9 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1120 |
| Max. weight: | 1590 |
| Max load: | 470 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 749 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 314 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 42 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3930 mm mm [65mm less] |
| Width: | 1725 mm mm [65mm less] |
| Height: | 1525 mm mm [115mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2460 mm mm [40mm less] |
| Front track: | 1485 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1490 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Gearbox type | + R |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Tires size | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent suspension, longitudinal arms with transverse torsion shafts |
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