Toyota Taisor Gets A Big Safety Boost
Toyota has updated its Urban Cruiser Taisor with two changes: a fresh Bluish Black paint option and six airbags now fitted as standard across all variants. The move strengthens the compact SUV’s appeal in both style and safety, while also aligning it more closely with rising expectations in the segment.
A Sharper Road Presence
The new Bluish Black colour joins the Taisor’s existing palette and is offered on select variants and adds a deeper, more premium look to the SUV’s exterior. Visually, the Taisor already carries a distinct design identity with its trapezoidal chrome-accented grille, sleek LED headlamps, and twin LED daytime running lights. Adding the darker shade could also help it appeal to those who prefer understated sportiness, a trait often associated with higher-end models.
Six Airbags for All
More critical than the new colour is Toyota’s decision to make six airbags standard across the Taisor lineup, covering E, S, S+, G, and V trims. The system includes dual front airbags, two side airbags, and two curtain airbags, offering protection in a wider range of collision scenarios.
This move positions the Taisor favourably in a segment where safety equipment is increasingly used as a key differentiator. While some competitors offer multiple airbags only in top trims, Toyota’s decision to extend the feature to the base model reflects a push towards greater occupant safety without demanding buyers spend more for higher variants.
Alongside the additional airbags, the Taisor retains its suite of safety technologies, including Vehicle Stability Control, Hill Hold Assist, and ISOFIX child seat mounts. Combined, these features make the compact SUV better equipped for unpredictable urban and highway conditions.
Powertrain Choices and Equipment
The Taisor continues to be offered with two petrol engines: a 1.2-litre K-Series unit aimed at efficiency, and a 1.0-litre turbocharged option for those wanting more performance. The former can return up to 22.79 km/l in ideal conditions, according to Toyota. Transmission choices include a 5-speed manual, 5-speed AMT, and a 6-speed automatic with paddle shifters.
Inside, the SUV offers a dual-tone cabin with rear AC vents, a 60:40 split-folding rear seat, and a touchscreen infotainment system supporting wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. Higher trims add wireless charging, cruise control, and Toyota’s connected car suite with smartwatch and voice assistant integration.
Minor Boost for Fronx Sibling
Launched as Toyota’s contender in the growing compact SUV space, the Taisor shares its basic architecture with Maruti Suzuki’s Fronx but carries brand-specific styling and Toyota’s after-sales support. Priced from ₹7.77 lakh ex-showroom, it competes with models like the Tata Nexon, Hyundai Venue, Kia Sonet, and its Maruti sibling.
The latest updates could improve its competitiveness, particularly as the compact SUV segment is both crowded and fast-evolving. The inclusion of six airbags in all trims also aligns with the government’s safety push, which has been encouraging manufacturers to equip entry-level variants with more protective features.
Toyota backs the Taisor with a 3-year/100,000 km standard warranty, extendable to 5 years/220,000 km, plus 24x7 roadside assistance. The company’s service network and express maintenance programme remain selling points for those seeking low-hassle ownership.
While the Bluish Black paint adds an aesthetic boost, it is the standardisation of six airbags that will likely be the more significant change in terms of buyer perception. In an increasingly safety-conscious market, this could give Toyota an edge, especially among customers weighing feature lists against prices in the ₹8–12 lakh bracket.