At the Kenshiki forum in Brussels, Belgium, Toyota has unveiled two completely new models, including the Urban SUV Concept and Sport Crossover Concept. Among them, the Toyota Urban SUV Concept shows a preview of a small electric SUV that will be launched in the European market next year.
Positioned in the B-segment SUV, the commercial version of the Urban SUV Concept will be one of six electric car models that Toyota has planned to sell in the European market. However, the Toyota has not yet announced much information about the commercial version of this car.
“Toyota is currently dominating the B-segment SUV segment with the Yaris Cross electric hybrid car. This is the best-selling model in the segment. With the experience gained from the Yaris Cross, we are developing a true electric SUV with practical design from the outside in, meeting the priority criteria of European customers. This model will bring quality, durability, and reliability that are trademarks of the Toyota brand“, the Japanese automaker said in a press release.
In terms of appearance, the Urban SUV Concept applies the same design language as Toyota’s latest models such as the Prius, Crown, or Camry. This SUV model also features a front end inspired by a hammerhead shark with horizontal LED daytime running lights. In addition, there are distinctive “C” shaped headlights and a closed grille. Furthermore, the car also has a strip of LED lights running along the front bumper corners.
Urban SUV Concept applies Toyota’s new design language
In the side area of the car, the Toyota Urban SUV Concept features strong crease lines and cuts, sharp cornered wheel arches, aerodynamic wheels, and hidden door handles. It is not surprising that this concept car is equipped with a digital camera instead of traditional rearview mirrors. However, this feature may not be retained in the production version of the car.
Toyota Urban SUV Concept’s wheels with aerodynamic design
The roof of Toyota Urban SUV Concept is painted black, creating a contrast with the body
Behind the Toyota Urban SUV Concept, there is a horizontal rear light cluster that reminds some Kia car models. Besides, there are split tailgate and a rear diffuser with a design similar to the center air vent on the front bumper.
The rear design of Toyota Urban SUV Concept
Close-up of the taillights of Toyota Urban SUV Concept
The interior image of the Toyota Urban SUV Concept has not yet been revealed. Toyota only confirms that the car’s interior will have a flexible design and will be optimized for easy adjustment to accommodate the needs of passengers or luggage.
According to Toyota, the commercial version of the Urban SUV Concept will have both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive. Therefore, this B-segment SUV will be equipped with 1 or 2 electric motors, depending on the version. In addition, there will be 2 battery options with different capacities.
The commercial version of Toyota Urban SUV Concept will have both front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive
Toyota said that more specific information about the commercial version of the Urban SUV Concept will be announced next year.
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