Toyota launches Urban Cruiser Ebella electric SUV in India

Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has announced the launch of the all-electric Urban Cruiser Ebella, marking its entry into India’s battery electric vehicle (BEV) segment. The model is based on the Urban SUV Concept and aligns with Toyota’s multi-pathway electrification strategy.

The Urban Cruiser Ebella is offered with two battery options of 49 kWh and 61 kWh. The 61 kWh variant delivers 128 kW of power and 189 Nm of torque, with a claimed driving range of up to 543 km on a single charge, as per ARAI certification. The vehicle is built on a dedicated BEV platform and features front-wheel drive.

Key specifications:
Battery: 49 kWh / 61 kWh (lithium-iron phosphate batteries)
Power: 106 kW (49 kWh) / 128 kW (61 kWh)
Torque: 189 Nm
Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive
Claimed range: Up to 543 km (61 kWh, ARAI)

The model will be available in five monotone and four dual-tone colour options. Bookings open on January 20, 2026, while prices will be announced at a later date.

Exterior features include Toyota’s hammerhead front design, LED lighting, dual-tone paint options and 18-inch alloy wheels. The interior includes dual-tone upholstery, sliding and reclining rear seats, a panoramic roof, ventilated front seats, ambient lighting, and a JBL audio system.

The vehicle is equipped with a digital instrument cluster (10.25-inch) and a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Connected features are provided through Toyota’s i-Connect platform, including remote charging, battery status monitoring and climate control. The Urban Cruiser Ebella supports AC and DC fast charging and is compatible with CCS2 charging standards. Charging functions such as scheduling and remote operation are accessible via connected technology.

Safety features include seven airbags, Level 2 Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS), a 360-degree camera, ABS, EBD, vehicle stability control, and a high-tensile body structure.

Toyota is offering an 8-year battery warranty, along with Battery-as-a-Service and assured buyback programmes. The company stated that more than 500 service touchpoints across India are equipped to support BEV servicing.

Commenting on the new offering, Mr. Masakazu Yoshimura, Chairman, Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “The introduction of All-Electric Urban Cruiser Ebella is a key enabler towards furthering our multi-pathway approach, where our aim is to contribute towards carbon neutrality while leaving no one behind. Now, with the launch of All-Electric Urban Cruiser Ebella in India, we remain firmly committed to advancing our support towards India’s transition to greener mobility. With our compelling product line-up, technology leadership, strong after sales services, and dealership network, we intend to achieve our sustainable mobility goals while providing freedom of mobility to all.”

Mr. Tadashi Asazuma, Deputy Managing Director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “With three decades of global expertise in electrified technologies, Toyota has consistently invested in focused innovation to address diverse mobility needs. As a result, our customers worldwide have already contributed to saving more than 197 million tonnes of CO₂ with over 38 million electrified vehicles on the road worldwide. At the heart of this progress is our philosophy of Mass Happiness, with carbon neutrality as its foundation. This has guided our preparation for Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s first BEV, the All-Electric Urban Cruiser Ebella. Our pre-launch readiness goes beyond the product to ensure a seamless, worry-free ownership experience, aligned with Toyota’s global standards and our vision for future-ready, sustainable mobility in India.”

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