Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor set to launch in India on April 3: What all to expect

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This much-anticipated car is essentially a rebadged iteration of the popular Maruti Suzuki Fronx crossover, marking the latest addition to Toyota's lineup in the country..

The collaboration between the two automotive giants, stemming from a global partnership for platform and technology sharing, has led to the introduction of rebadged Maruti Suzuki models in India over recent years..

While details regarding the interior remain undisclosed, industry observers anticipate the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor to boast a plethora of features akin to its Maruti Suzuki counterpart..

These may include a spacious free-standing touchscreen infotainment system equipped with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, a modern fully digital instrument cluster, wireless charging capabilities, ambient lighting, a comprehensive 360-degree surround view camera system, and a convenient head-up display..

Following its launch, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor is set to join the fiercely contested market segment, presenting a formidable challenge to competitors including the Hyundai Venue, Mahindra XUV300, Kia Sonet, Tata Nexon, Nissan Magnite, and Kia Kiger...

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