17/09/2026
2027 Toyota Urban Cruiser GLX BEV 2WD – Car Review
The Toyota Urban Cruiser
is a small electric crossover
built for buyers who want a Japanese-brand EV
with Toyota Safety Sense
and everyday city practicality.
It is based on Suzuki’s Heartect-e EV platform
shared with the e-Vitara.
Price
• ₱2,135,000
• GLX BEV 2WD variant
Powertrain
• Full electric vehicle
• Single electric motor
• 61kWh battery
• Front-wheel drive
• Single-speed electric drive
• 172 hp
• 193 Nm torque
Performance
• 0–100 km/h in around 8.4 seconds
• Top speed limited to 160 km/h
• Smooth and peppy enough for city and highway overtaking
Range & Charging
• Observed range: just under 400km in mixed use
• Charging: 10% to 80% in about 40 minutes using CCS-2
• Average efficiency: around 5–6 km/kWh in mixed use
• Around 7–8 km/kWh on highway use
Interior & Features
• Dual-screen cabin setup
• 10.25-inch center infotainment screen
• Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
• 9-speaker JBL sound system
• Wireless charging
• Physical control buttons
• Keyless entry and push-button start
Space & Practicality
• 5-seat layout
• Good legroom and elbow room
• Rear headroom is limited
• Trunk space: 244 liters
• Up to 566 liters with rear seats folded
• No spare tire, only inflation kit and emergency charger
Safety
• Toyota Safety Sense
• Adaptive cruise control
• Lane-keeping assist
• Blind-spot monitoring
• Parking sensors
• Camera system
Things to Note
• Price is high for its size
• Ride can feel stiff on rough provincial roads
• Rear visibility is limited
• Camera resolution is not the best
• Cargo space is smaller than many rivals
Verdict
The Toyota Urban Cruiser
is not a bad EV.
It has decent range
good safety tech
compact design
and the confidence of a trusted Japanese badge.
But at ₱2.135M
it faces strong competition
from bigger
more powerful
and more affordable EVs.
For buyers who want a small Toyota EV
it makes sense.
But for pure value
comparison is very important.
Salapare Motors Take:
EVs are becoming more common
but the right choice still depends on
budget
range needs
charging access
and daily lifestyle.
If you need help deciding
between EV, hybrid, or gas
Salapare Motors is here
to help you choose wisely.