The Innova Hycross is presently enduring a ready time of at the very least six months in high Indian cities

Towards the tip of 2022, we acquired the Toyota Innova Hycross, the third-generation model of Toyota’s fashionable MPV. Now, in a little bit over a 12 months’s time, the Toyota Innova Hycross has crossed the 50,000-unit gross sales landmark in our market.

Why The Milestone Matters

The Toyota Innova Hycross’ newest milestone is an enormous achievement as it’s polar reverse to what we’ve recognized the Innova nameplate to be like ever because it was launched in 2005 in India. For the third-gen mannequin, Toyota modified the MPV’s DNA by going from a body-on-frame development to a monocoque chassis, selecting a front-wheel drivetrain (FWD) as a substitute of rear-wheel-drive (RWD), and changing it from a core diesel mannequin to a petrol-only providing (together with a strong-hybrid powertrain possibility for the primary time).

Despite all these key modifications, it’s nonetheless commendable that the MPV has been so nicely obtained by the Indian clients. It’s presently witnessing a wait time of at the very least six months in high cities. A couple of causes for its excessive recognition are doubtless its string of advantages reminiscent of Toyota’s low-cost service, 5 years of free roadside help, and the 8-year/ 1.6 lakh km guarantee on the strong-hybrid setup’s battery pack.

Its Indian Innings So Far

Toyota launched the Innova Hycross in India in late 2022 with costs ranging from Rs 18.30 lakh in each 7- and 8-seater layouts, and it was an immediate favorite amongst consumers. Within the primary couple of months, the MPV was already enduring a mean wait time of three to 4 months in high cities.

It acquired its first worth hike in March 2023 which made it pricier by as much as Rs 75,000 and within the following month itself, Toyota stopped taking orders for its top-spec ZX and ZX(O) variants. Fast ahead to February 2024 and bookings for these two variants nonetheless stay suspended.

The Innova Hycross was topped the best-selling strong-hybrid mannequin in India within the second quarter of FY24. It accounted for almost 50 p.c of the whole robust hybrid gross sales in that interval. This led to hovering wait occasions of as much as a 12 months, which continues to be prevalent in just a few high cities throughout India.

It additionally acquired its Maruti cousin referred to as the Invicto in July 2023 which got here with just a few variations together with contemporary design, a barely completely different gear set, and likewise only one powertrain possibility.

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A Quick Look At Its Features

The Innova Hycross is packed to the brim with premium options reminiscent of a 10-inch touchscreen system, a panoramic sunroof, dual-zone local weather management, ventilated entrance seats, and a 7-inch digital driver’s show.

Its security package contains six airbags, a 360-degree digital camera, entrance and rear parking sensors, and a few superior driver help methods (ADAS) together with adaptive cruise management and autonomous emergency braking.

Technical Specifications

It comes with two engine choices:

• A 2-litre petrol engine with an electrical motor (186 PS system output), paired with an e-CVT.

• A non-electrified model of the identical engine (174 PS and 205 Nm), coupled with a CVT gearbox.

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Price Range And Rivals

The Toyota Innova Hycross is priced from Rs 19.77 lakh to Rs 30.68 lakh (ex-showroom Delhi). It takes on the Maruti Invicto, whereas being a extra premium choice to the Toyota Innova Crysta and Kia Carens.

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