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The cabin features a dual-screen setup comprising a 10.25-inch digital instrument cluster and a 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Other highlights include ventilated front seats, ambient lighting with 12 colour options, a panoramic glass roof, sliding and reclining rear seats, JBL premium audio system and a 10-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat.Features and safety

The ADAS suite includes several advanced driver assistance functions along with blind-spot monitoring systems.

The SUV is also expected to inherit strong crash-safety credentials, considering the closely related Maruti e Vitara secured a 5-star Bharat NCAP rating and a 4-star Euro NCAP score.Battery, range and charging Toyota will offer the Urban Cruiser EBella with two battery pack options globally, though the E3 variant launched in India uses the larger 61kWh unit.

Battery and charging specifications include:61kWh battery pack174bhp and 189Nm outputClaimed range of up to 543km7kW AC charging: around 9 hours11kW AC charging: around 5.5 hoursDC fast charging (10-80 per cent): 45 minutesThe SUV uses a compact 3-in-1 electric drivetrain integrating the motor, inverter and transmission for improved packaging efficiency.Ownership benefits and after-sales support

Toyota is offering several ownership-focused initiatives with the Urban Cruiser EBella to address long-term EV ownership concerns. These include:* 8-year battery warranty* Battery-as-a-Service (BaaS) options* Assured 60 per cent buyback value after three years* Attractive finance schemesRivals

The Urban Cruiser EBella enters a highly competitive electric SUV segment and will rival models such as the Hyundai Creta Electric, Tata Curvv EV, MG ZS EV, Mahindra BE 6, MG Windsor EV, upcoming Tata Sierra EV, Maruti e Vitara and the VinFast VF6 and VF7.