With the launch of the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, there are now three top contenders in the strong hybrid game; the Urban Cruiser Hyryder, Grand Vitara and the Honda City e HEV. But does the all-new Hyryder match up what the City e HEV? Let’s find out.
Honda City e HEV vs. Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder: Powertrain Compared
Since both cars belong to different segments, comparing looks would be unfair. So let’s jump straight into the specs.
| Honda City e HEV | Toyota Hyryder | |
| Battery | 0.784 kWh, 172.8V Li-ion | 177.6V Li-ion |
| Engine | 1.5L Atkinson Cycle i-VTEC Petrol Engine w/ Dual Motors | 1.5-litre TNGA petrol with self-charging strong-hybrid system |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Max Power Output | 126PS | 116PS (combined) |
| Max Torque Output | Engine: 127Nm, Motor: 253Nm | Engine: 122Nm, Motor: 144Nm |
| Transmission | e-CVT | e-CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| Mileage | 26.5kmpl | 27.97kmpl |
From the head-on comparison above, it is clear that both cars offer a 1.5-litre petrol unit with a self-charging strong hybrid system tastefully mated to an e-CVT automatic. However, despite similar engine capacity, the Honda City e HEV offers a better, more sophisticated petrol burner that generates more torque and power than the Hyryder’s 1.5-litre unit. But with that said, the Hyryder offers better fuel efficiency that goes in the favour of the SUV, despite the difference not being that vast.
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Honda City e HEV vs. Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder: Features
| Key Features | Toyota Hyryder | Honda City e HEV |
| Headlamps | LED Projector | LED headlamps with 9 array design |
| Alloys | 17-inch Allows | 16-inch Alloys |
| Disc Brakes | All 4 discs | All 4 discs |
| Sunroof | Panoramic | Single-pane |
| Touchscreen Infotainment | 9-inch touch infotainment | 8-inch touch infotainment |
| Digital Driver’s Display | Yes | Yes |
| Apple Car Play & Android Auto | Yes, Wireless | Yes |
| Connected Car Tech | Yes | Yes with Alexa |
| Heads-up Display (HUD) | Yes | No |
| Auto AC | Yes | Yes |
| Rear AC vents | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes Adaptive |
| Ventilated Front Seats | Yes | No |
| Wireless Smartphone Charger | Yes (Optional) | No |
| Electronic Parking Brakes | No | Yes |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Yes |
| No of Airbags | Up-to 6 | 6 |
| 360° Camera | Yes | No, rear + lane watch camera only |
| TPMS | Yes | Yes |
| Electronic Stability Control | Yes | Yes |
| Hill Assist | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS | No | Yes |
The feature game is where it gets interesting, with both cars offering a lot; the competition is cut-throat. But when it comes to the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, the SUV takes the win in terms of features such as larger infotainment, panoramic sunroof, heads-up display, wireless charging, 360-degree camera and front ventilated seats. But with that said, the Honda City e HEV packs a lot in terms of safety and offers an edge through its Honda-Sense ADAS technology that offers with Road Departure Mitigation System, Auto High-Beam, Collision Mitigation Braking System, Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist.
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Honda City e HEV vs. Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder: Price Compared
| Model | Hybrid Price Range |
| Toyota Hyryder: S, G and V Trims | Rs 15.11 lakh to Rs 18.99 lakh |
| Honda City ZX Sensing eHEV | Rs 19.89 lakh |
The price game shows that the Toyota Hyryder is a much more affordable smart Hybrid. But a bigger reason behind this is a multiplicity of strong hybrid trims. On the other hand, the City offers its strong hybrid only on the top-end fully loaded ZX trims.
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