Toyota Hyryder: At a time when the automotiv industry in India is moving towards sustainability that does not take away performance from the equation, the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder is a major leap in the direction of creating sustainably cool rides for India.
Toyota’s European R&D facility has created an all-new platform, gold-standard for ride comfort, handling and safety in the segment with sound, vibration and harshness (NVH) performance of highest order and the high-rigidity body construction,
claimed Analysts This compact SUV is Toyota’s reaffirmed manifestation of a better hybrid experience of an advanced technology offered by Toyota to a broader customer base, similtaneous with its global scale quality, durability, reliability that speaks Toyota.
Toyota Hyryder: Strategic Growth Via Alliances
The Hyryder is an outcome of the collaborative project of Toyota and Suzuki, using the best of Toyota’s electrification capabilities and Suzuki’s well adapted knowledge of the Indian industry.
In a refreshing change of pace from the typical badge-engineered musical chairs we’re accustomed to in this segment, the combined efforts of these two established brands have produced a rock-solid product worthy of both badges, and even transcending the usual sum-of-its-parts result.
This method has made it possible for Toyota to offer advanced hybrid technology on select core models and also for other automakers to adapt Toyota’s hybrid system to their new model-at prices that through independent development would you into the negative hundreds of millions of dollars per unit.
Variety in Powertrains: Many Ways to Get There Efficiently
Hyryder’s powertrain approach has multiple electrification options as per profile of the consumer. The leading strong hybrid system matches a 1.5-liter petrol engine with an electric motor and battery pack to deliver a combined output of around 115 horsepower, as well as an outstanding level of fuel efficiency that can top 27 kilometers per liter in the right conditions.
This advanced system makes possible all-electric driving for lower speeds (especially in crowded city traffic, where gasoline engines are least efficient).
Electric to hybrid to engine take over is all done smoothly in a way which tells of engineering integrity that is meant to be transparent to the driver – masking the complexity of the system.
For those buyers not quite prepared to commit to full hybrid technology, the Hyryder also brings a mild hybrid option with Suzuki’s 1.5-litre engine with integrated starter generator technology.
This cheaper way of electrification provides only mild efficiency gains and a lower initial purchasing cost.
Design Language: Unique but Accessible
Your Hyryder has more mass appeal on the outside, by striking that balance between unique and not, after the Beatles, of course. At the front, a big chrome-garnished grille is the first thing you notice, bordered by split LED headlamps that establish an identifiable lighting signature.
This configuration, in which the slim LED DRL on top of the primary headlamp units creates a unique face that conveys the sense of sophistication without undue complication.
The profile shows off proportioned balance while the floating roof effect is made possible by the way the colors were treated in opposing fashion.
The rear continues the integrated theme with wraparound taillamps that are linked by a chrome strip, highlighting width and stability.
Aerodynamic efficiency is clearly a high priority outside, which is especially important for hybrid vehicles, as less wind resistance means better fuel economy.
Sense of the Inside: Technology with a Mission
The forward section has a logical approach to technology, with an unobtrusive use of all the tricks and whistles which can spoil the ownership experience with too much complexity.
The dashboard layout is based around a 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless smartphone integration. This interface accesses entertainment options as well as the hybrid system status, where drivers can keep track of energy flow and efficiency stats.
The interior of the Altima imparts quality through the extensive, and judicious use of, soft-touch materials throughout the cabin, along with chrome finish accents for a hint of elegance without too much adornment.
The large sunroof (a rarity when it comes to this class) provides all of that open, spacey feel that humans love.
Toyota Hyryder: Market Significance- 1 Leading the Hybrid Transition
The Hyryder is an expression of Toyota’s belief that hybrid technology can make headway into mass-market sectors if it is given the right packaging.
Toyota’s answer comes in the shape of the compelling RAV4 Hybrid which combines economy with the increasingly popular SUV body shape to create an appealing proposition that meets green aspirations without sacrificing practicality.
This is especially applicable in markets such as India where the charging infrastructure for fully electric vehicles is not yet wide-spread; providing an easy and accessible bridge technology solution that provides substantial benefits without the concern of range and relying on the public charging network.
With clever design, next gen powertrain options and smart positioning the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder is a powerful example of how traditional automakers minimize wastage and yet stay relevant as automotive shifts gears in its most disruptive period that the segment has witnessed in over 100 years.