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Is the Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor's 1.0L turbo engine all it's cracked up to be?

by Ashutoshover 1 year ago0 views7 comments
Usually, the vehicle is marketed with a 1.0L turbocharged petrol engine as a highlight feature. The power output is 98.69 bhp, with a torque of 147.6 Nm, which will give a combination of performance and efficiency. But car enthusiasts have been divided on whether this engine really provides an exciting driving experience as the world goes on. But, some point out the turbo lag or lag in turbocharged compressor in city driving, while others praise its highway performace. Much of the discussion focuses on how the engine stacks up against naturally aspirated alternatives in terms of drivability, fuel efficiency and long term reliability. The reason for asking this question is to find out if the 1.0L turbo engine truly meets what the marketing is going on or is it nothing else but a product gimmick in the compact SUV segment.
Toyota Urban Cruiser Taisor
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Comments (7)

Suchetaover 1 year ago
The engine is a good one, but I think Toyota could have tuned it a little better for Indian conditions.
Sakshiover 1 year ago
I love it! With the extra torque you can feel a big difference when you're fully loaded or climbing hills.
Barunover 1 year ago
The turbo definitely spices things up a bit, but I have my doubts about long term reliability compared to the good old 1.2L.
Shobhitover 1 year ago
If you know how to work it, it's a fun little engine. It’s quite zippy once you keep it in the right rev range.
Abhayover 1 year ago
The turbo engine is a great engine for highway cruising, but in real world situations it drinks a lot more than advertised.
Charuover 1 year ago
I think it's overhyped. In day to day driving the 1.2L naturally aspirated engine feels more responsive.
Deepakover 1 year ago
The lag in city traffic is annoying, but it’s got decent punch when the turbo comes in.
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