I personally like understated designs and the Crysta still appeals to me more than Hycross, trying hard to look like an SUV.

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Checked out the display car today at Madhuban Toyota. I had booked the car on launch day but now that I have seen it in the flesh, I may not go ahead with the purchase. The major reason is the overall length of this car. From the specs, I was well aware that Hycross is longer than the current Innova. But the display car helped fathom the real presence. The hybrid may trump the diesel Crysta in city driving conditions but Hycross will be one cumbersome car to manoeuvre within city limits. The car definitely is a good choice for those who are chauffeur driven (I am not!) and big families. The Crysta parked outside seemed to strike the right balance between practicality and dimensions. Hycross is under-tyred compared to the overall dimensions and the tyre profile seems too low for a car of this size. How it will fare in real-world driving conditions and broken roads is unknown!

Also, this car is sub-par for a Rs 40 lakh vehicle (the estimated price for the top variant) though it has all creature comforts. The showroom was buzzing with people, so there is interest and the Toyota badge is a trump card. The key sales pitch at the showroom is the salesmen claimed mileage of 24 km/l (wasn't it 21 as per Toyota!). Actual sales post-initial euphoria will be interesting to watch. As far as the overall looks go, I personally like understated designs and the Crysta still appeals to me more than Hycross, trying hard to look like an SUV. The side profile and tyres can't hide the fact that it is an MPV (though overall the design language should appeal to the majority). I expect diesel Crysta prices to hold up well.

A picture to give an idea of the length of Hycross and the puny tyres.

Here's what BHPian vinodvayyat had to say on the matter:

Thanks for the update. The length is a little more than Crysta but a little less than Tata Hexa. It has a bit more height compared to Hexa - but that will translate into much more headroom even with a sunroof considering the fact that the platform is lower than Body-on-Frame. With EPS, I think it will be much better than my Hexa to manoeuvre around in City. Tyres are definitely an issue I feel. The R19 experiment in Hexa had failed miserably with 55 profiles (I downsized mine to R16 stock tyres) - so R18 with 50 profiles is definitely a concern - agree 100% with that observation.

Here's what BHPian One had to say on the matter:

Have a feeling this will be easier to drive in the city as compared to Crysta considering it has EPS - much like Endeavour which is huge but within the city, it is easily manoeuvrable.

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Maruti’s version of the Innova Hycross will be the brand’s second hybrid offering after the Grand Vitara.

Toyota is yet to announce the pricing for the Innova Hycross and there are talks about the Maruti-badged version of the MPV. Reports suggest that its market launch could happen around August 2023.

The Innova Hycross was unveiled in India last month. The MPV is larger than the Innova Crysta and features an SUV-ish design. Maruti Suzuki’s version could get minor cosmetic changes, including a new grille. However, overall it is likely to be a badge engineering exercise than a complete redesign.

Maruti’s version of the Innova Hycross will be the brand’s second hybrid offering after the Grand Vitara. As you are aware, the MPV uses a 2.0-litre petrol hybrid that makes 183 BHP and 206 Nm. The engine is mated to an e-CVT and is said to deliver a fuel economy of 21.1 km/l. The car is also offered with a pure-petrol engine. This unit makes 172 BHP and 197 Nm.

Like Toyota, Maruti Suzuki is expected to offer the MPV with ADAS features, making it the first model in its line-up equipped with advanced safety tech.

Source: Cardekho

Until it arrives, I will be using a 2015 Alto K10 for the city, while highway duties are via my 309 BHP Octavia vRS230.

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Why I sold an almost brand new Crysta

My Innova Crysta 2021 GX Automatic 2.4 Diesel was only 15 months old when I sold it last week. The car was in immaculate condition and I hope the new owner takes care of it just as much as I did. My primary concern with the Crysta was its steering. The reason why I bought the Crysta was for the long highway drives I frequently do. But the only prickle I couldn't get my head around was the hard, truck-like Hydraulic Steering. Though it did not seem much while I test drove the car, it was only later on upon daily usage I realised that it is pretty tough to manoeuvre the big machine with such hard steering. Sometimes after a 2000 km long trip, my arms ache. This is THE BIG reason why I decided I need an untimely upgrade.

Why not think beyond the Hycross

Even after clocking 26,600 km on the ODO and using it for 15 months, I got an extremely impressive price upon selling the Crysta. No other car can hold its value like a Toyota. We even sometimes joke among friends that buying a Toyota can be a better investment than the yellow metal itself! This is something anyone intending to buy the new Hycross should definitely think about. I decided to sell the Crysta much before the Reviews & Price Reveal of the Hycross because I did not want to risk the market for the car going down, once the Hycross starts hitting the Showrooms. After selling the Crysta, needless to say, my mind started wandering towards the Jeep Meridian and Kia Carnival but I didn't require much convincing myself because I just knew the Hycross will hold it's much more, says five years down the lane. My experience with the sale of the Crysta was a huge reason why I did not want to think beyond Toyota.

Booking the Hycross

Given the enthusiasts we all are, sometimes we just can't wait - though that is the sensible way to go about it. I had all faith in Toyota that they would never launch the Hycross with a Hydraulic Steering setup. And the reviews from yesterday were a relief, the Hycross does actually have an Electric Power steering; something I was delighted to hear! I took the plunge the very same day my Crysta left me; call me emotional! Drove straight to the Nippon Toyota (Trivandrum) and booked the Hybrid ZX(O) in Attitude Black Mica. This is the first time I have booked a car without test-driving it, let alone, the prices being revealed! It sounds pretty absurd, but I just needed an easier-to-drive, feature-rich Innova and the Hycross I knew was just that!

I see many of you have paid Rs. 1,00,000 as your booking amount but Nippon Toyota had just taken Rs. 50,000 from me, in line with Toyota's official e-Booking amount. I was told that the prices would be out by December end and Test Drives may start by early January. Also, I was told to expect delivery of my car only by early March 2023. Mine was the 10th Hycross to be booked from this Showroom and I believe after the price reveal, YouTube reviews and test drives the number of bookings will climb considerably higher!

Now the HOLY WAIT begins - will keep you posted on the updates as and when I get them from my dealer.

PS: In the meanwhile, I bought myself an ever-so-humble used 2015 Alto K10 LXi to run my city errands. And for the long highway drives, I take Crysta's absence as an excuse to get my Red Rocket, a Stage 1 309 HP Skoda Octavia vRS 230 out on the highways more often!

Posting Pictures of the Cars in question for your viewing!

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The Innova Hycross' NVH levels are impressive. The car does a good job of keeping most noises out of the cabin most of the time.

Driving the Innova Hycross 2.0L Hybrid

The Toyota Innova Hycross Hybrid is powered by a 5th Generation Self-Charging Strong Hybrid Electric System with TNGA 2.0-Litre 4-cylinder VVTi petrol engine. The car has a 1.7 kWh Ni-MH battery that powers the electric motor. Its combined power is 184 BHP and motor torque is 206 Nm. The engine is paired to an e-Drive transmission with sequential shift.

With your foot on the brake, press the engine start button. It doesn't result in the usual sound of a starter cranking the engine to life; it's eerily silent & for those who haven't experienced electric or hybrid cars before, this does take a little getting used to. Slot the gear lever into D and you're all set to roll.

One of the first things you notice is the absence of a rev counter. It sure feels weird to drive a car without the rpm needle moving up & down. The instant torque from the electric motor ensures that the Innova Hycross immediately darts forward. Low-end torque is good. In heavy traffic, you can drive the car without any throttle input. The petrol engine turns on only when extra shove is required, or if the batteries are below a certain charge level. The engine also switches on when the car crosses ~40 km/h. While the insulation is superb & regular folk won't know, enthusiasts will notice when the petrol engine suddenly kicks in. Whether it is driving in bumper-to-bumper traffic or closing gaps, the Hycross does it effortlessly. The e-Drive transmission provides a seamless experience in the city. As there aren't any actual gear shifts taking place, the drive feels amazingly smooth. Throttle response is good and the rubber-band effect is well-controlled with a light foot on the accelerator. These traits make the Innova Hycross very easy to drive in the city.

On the open road too, the Innova Hycross provides satisfactory performance. There is enough power and torque on offer to keep up with the traffic with ease. The powertrain responds well to throttle inputs and power is always available. Outright performance is strong. Toyota claims that the Hycross will do a 0-100 km/h sprint in under 10 seconds, which we are tempted to believe. Slow-moving vehicles are overtaken without any drama. In terms of cruisability, the Hycross proves to be a good mile muncher. It can maintain triple-digit speeds effortlessly. At the same time, the cabin is quiet, cutting out most of the outside noises.  

The Hycross gets drive modes that basically alter the throttle response as well as the behaviour of the internal combustion engine. There is a dedicated EV mode button that will let you drive the car as an EV for the max distance possible. However, if you are heavy on the throttle or the car crosses ~40 km/h or the battery's state of charge is too low, the system will go back from EV mode to hybrid mode.

Apart from the EV mode, there are 3 drive modes: Normal, Eco and Power. These 3 modes alter the throttle response.

The normal mode is the default mode which is in between the middle of Eco and Power modes. It works well in town and on the highway and offers a good balance between efficiency and performance. In fact, you really don't need to change it unless you're driving uphill or want to overtake a vehicle quickly on an undivided highway.

In Eco mode, the internal combustion engine doesn't come on as easily unless you press the throttle a lot more. The response is lazier and it tries to keep it in hybrid mode with the internal combustion engine only charging the battery and not sending power to the wheels unless the accelerator is pressed very firmly.

In Power mode, it's the opposite. Even with a light dab of the throttle, the internal combustion motor comes alive and assists the power delivery. On undivided highways, this is the mode to use to pull off safe overtakes. Throttle response is much sharper and you rarely see the internal combustion engine turning off. Of course, this mode impacts fuel efficiency the most. Don't use this mode in the city as power delivery can get a little spiky.

The gearbox also has a manual mode. You can use the gear shifter or the paddles behind the steering wheel to change gears. You'll like the engine braking on offer. The gearbox has an "S" mode too in which the transmission holds the gears for a little longer than in the regular D mode.

Thick insulation has been provided under the bonnet:

Engine bay has a lot of free space:

Noise, Vibration & Harshness (NVH)

The Innova Hycross' NVH levels are impressive. The car does a good job of keeping most noises out of the cabin most of the time. It's only when you press the accelerator harder that you can hear the 2.0L petrol engine. However, it is never loud and intrusive and the occupants of the car do not have to raise their voices while talking to each other. In fact, the insulation is so good that on the go, even the horn of the car is heard very faintly inside the cabin! We did not feel any vibrations even when the petrol motor came on.

Wind noise, road noise and suspension noise are well-contained.

Mileage & Fuel economy

In our short drive, which included some fast driving and lots of idling, we saw 14.3 km/l on the MID. With better driving, we are pretty sure that the hybrid will deliver much better FE figures.  Toyota claims that the car can deliver 21.1 km/l.

Suspension

Ride Comfort

The Toyota Innova Hycross gets a MacPherson strut suspension at the front and a semi-independent torsion beam suspension setup at the rear. The suspension is well-tuned to provide a compliant ride. However, the car rides on 18" rims with 225/50 section tyres. While the width of the rubber is fine, the sidewalls are just too short. This results in more bumps and potholes being transmitted to the occupants than we would like. While the ride is still fine, we are pretty sure that it would be better with taller rubber. Even with speeds increasing, the ride remains compliant. We didn't get to check the ride out on very bad roads though.

Handling & Dynamics

High-speed stability is very good. Even at 120 km/h, there is no floatiness or nervousness displayed by the Hycross. While we did not get a winding road to try out the car's handling, we did try some quick lane changes on an empty stretch of road. As expected, the Hycross has more body roll compared to a sedan or crossover. But, it is noticeably lesser than the old body-on-frame Innova Crysta. Again, the tyres provide good grip and the car sticks to its line through curves. Overall, the Hycross certainly feels more car-like to drive compared to its predecessor. 

Steering

The Innova Crysta had a very heavy hydraulic steering. This made the car cumbersome to drive at low speeds. The Hycross gets an electric steering that is well-calibrated. It is light at slow speeds and gets heavier as the speed goes up. This along with the healthy rake and reach adjustment, makes the Hycross way better to steer than the old Innovas. That said, it could do with more feedback. 

Braking

Being a hybrid, braking is different compared to conventional cars. With disc brakes all around, the stopping power is good. But the braking needs time to get used to. It's not easy to get a linear braking response. Sometimes you hit a bump faster than you intended to since the braking isn't linear. This needs getting used to. It will catch you off guard initially, but after a while, you get accustomed to it and change your braking style accordingly.

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One will be used by my wife so it needs to be super comfortable. And the other will be a relatively infrequently used car for me to drive to work & back.

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Hi all,

Looking to buy 2 cars for a budget of 70-80 lacs, and am a bit confused about the choices. Would love to get your advice. We have 3 main needs which the 2 cars will need to collectively solve.

1. A super comfortable car for my wife to be driven to work and back (long-ish commute for her). Kids will also frequently get dropped off at school in this car. Preferably high riding. This will be chauffeur driven.
2. A relatively infrequently used car for me to self-drive to work and back (I only need to go ~2 days a week). A fast-ish sedan would be nice; I also would like a nice music system if possible, and I have a weak spot for brown/tan interiors. Prefer a luxury brand here, and luxury sedans in my mind only start with the C class / 3 Series / A4 / S60 segment (not CLA / 2 series / A3). On the SUV front, I don't mind the X1 at all, but the GLA and Q3 look too much like hatchbacks to me (no offence to happy owners of CLAs / Q3s etc).
3. A 'nice' car for social outings where I will be driving the family. If we get a luxury badge while solving for either #1 or #2, then this need will get automatically taken care of.

We will also head out on short road trips occasionally (e.g. to Lonavla) but any combination of cars we buy will solve the highway cruiser need, so I am not fussed about it.

The combinations I am wrangling with are:

BMW X1 @ ~60L (upcoming new-gen model) PLUS Tata Nexon EV @ ~15L

The X1 solves for #2 and #3, while Nexon takes care of #1. The Nexon's electric running cost is attractive, but in this setup, our heavy-use car is a 15 lac car while the nicer X1 is rarely used. Or we flip it and the X1 becomes the family car while I use the EV. Could also consider the MG ZS here but it takes us slightly over budget and I thought the Nexon was good enough compared to the ZS (didn't drive either - only sat briefly in each).

Innova HyCross ZX(O) @ ~40L PLUS Audi A4 base 'premium' trim @ say 45L

Attractive proposition since the new Innova will be the best-in-class for need #1 (way better than an X1 or Nexon I think), while the A4 is a nice car that solves #2 and #3. I don't mind self-driving the Innova on highway rides leaving behind an Audi at home - MPV over sedan any day (no one in the family seems to like highway drives in a sedan anyway - my driving style worsens in a sedan I guess lol). However, this combo is likely to go slightly over budget even accounting for Audi discounts. Plus the new Innova's delivery is a big question mark - I put in a booking only 2 days ago (not on the first day), so am not very early in the queue. Can wait 1-2 months but simply cannot wait 4-5 months.

Innova HyCross ZX(O) @ ~40L PLUS Used Audi A6 or BMW 520d or 530d etc @30L-40L

This is the 'heart' combination since I love the 5 series / A6 segment. I would love to get something like a pre-worshipped 530d but there's barely any availability, plus it will take the total budget to ~90L, plus I am not sure of used cars anymore after the 2-3 used cars I saw so far (they were externally neat but very clearly used, with poor leather condition, yellowing LED DRLs etc). And this was at Audi Approved Plus! But that was maybe because they were 4-6-year-old cars, so I am happy to keep exploring 2-3-year-old cars if the experts here say I should keep looking at used cars. Loved the A6's Bose system. BTW I don't want to consider a generation-old car here. E.g. the 2019 C class is not fun anymore after the new C class came out. A mildly used X1 could also be an attractive proposition here though I know a new generation is on its way. If only I could get a used S5 in my budget!

Happy to get other suggestions, especially in terms of a super comfortable cruiser for need #1, e.g. a Carens instead of Innova? Does it get 95% of the job done for 60% of the cost? I briefly sat in the Carens and while it was nice, it didn't give the sense of sitting in a living room, the way an Innova does (plus the air purifier on the Carens seatback seemed like an odd thing - jutting into my mind space). BTW we don't care for 'macho' looks and the packaging compromises that SUVs seem to make while chasing macho-ness (high floorpan, big middle tunnel for RWD, less cargo space, usually not captain chairs, etc), so I didn't even check out Safari / Hector / Gloster types. But happy to revisit if some of them can truly compete with an Innova and at a meaningfully lower price.

Thanks a ton!

Here's what BHPian vipinS had to say about the matter:

How about this combination - Skoda Superb L&K with tan interiors for around 40 lakh and an Innova HyCross for the family?

I just had a good look at the Superb L&K yesterday and it was loaded with all the reasonable features one could ask for. The interior dare I say looked luxurious too in that Tan colour. A super underrated car for sure. The only problem is the stock is limited and it’s going to be discontinued soon. But if we go by the past VW pricing then the New Superb when it launches in 2023 or 2024 will definitely be over 50 lakh on-road which makes the current one a great car at that price.

Here's what BHPian lamborghini had to say about the matter:

Innova Hycross ZX / Hyundai Tucson (depending on if you're ok with the 4 seater ottomans v/s 5 seater bench) coupled with a pre-owned 2020 330i M-Sport (there are a couple on carwale) would be my pick.

The 330i is quite easy to manoeuvre in Mumbai's traffic and a joy to self-drive. Plus, the shorter wheelbase seems to have fewer complaints than the 5 series when it comes to our road conditions and you aren't gaining much in terms of legroom either. The A4 is a tempting option, but between a new base A4 & a well cared for, under warranty pre-owned 330i: the 330i is definitely the more engaging car to drive and fits your needs of a fast sedan, though the A4 would have better comfort and peace of mind (being new).

I wouldn't look at the X1 - given the 2 / CLA / A etc. don't qualify as proper luxury cars; the X1 / GLA wouldn't meet the cut either I would assume since they're the FWD entry-level options. Plus if you're spending 60L on the X1; rather spend 64 and get the Q5 Premium Plus along with the Nexon EV (though the Kushaq 1.0AT could be a better bet - more legroom and more comfortable rear seats for 2 since the floor isn't elevated for the battery).

Here's what BHPian Sanidhya mukund had to say about the matter:

For the first car, your best bet would be a van or a crossover. Consider Innova Hycross, Kia Carnival and Hyundai Tucson at the upper end of the spectrum and Kia Carens, Maruti Grand Vitara or XL6 at the more reasonably priced end.

Since this car will be chauffeur-driven, features may not be that important, so you could consider lower variants (GX Petrol) of the Innova Hycross with or without captain seats as well.

For the fun car, Skoda Octavia is a VFM option. If you are keen on going for a car with a premium badge, your best bet is the BMW 330i Sport (if available at a dealer near you). As you said, the A-class, 2-series and GLA are barely luxury cars. No doubt, they feel very upscale in terms of fit and finish, but they do not have the power, refinement, comfort, practicality or snob value of larger cars from the same brand. C-class is really plush inside and a new model too, but given the tonnes of new tech, I would be skeptical about how reliable that car is. Also, when spending 60+, might as well go into the next segment. Lexus ES300H, BMW X3, Audi Q5 and A6 are all only slightly more expensive but are a full size larger than the C.

In the end, my combinations of choice would be:

• Kia Carnival Prestige 6 seater + Skoda Octavia L and K or
• Maruti Suzuki XL6 Zeta + BMW 330i M Sport or
• Innova Crysta GX 7 Seater (If an outgoing model is acceptable) + BMW 330i Sport

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The Innova Hycross is quite different from the Crysta when it comes to styling and is quite a head-turner. Toyota has made the car look a lot more SUVish compared to its predecessor.

Toyota Innova Hycross Pros

• A great-looking MPV. SUV’ish styling packs appeal
• Upmarket interiors, good comfort in all 3 rows and usable boot (even with 3rd row up)
• Loaded to the gills with features such as a panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, electrically adjustable rear ottoman seats, multi-zone climate control, connected car features, leather upholstery, drive modes, etc.
• Hybrid powertrain makes it lighter on the pocket than a diesel and future-proof too. Very good fuel efficiency (expect city FE of 15-17 km/l)
• Impressive performance with a sub-10 second 0-100 km/h time (Toyota claims 9.5 seconds)
• Monocoque construction results in sorted handling and comfortable ride quality
• Brilliant NVH levels result in a quiet and serene experience inside the cabin
• Toyota's bullet-proof reliability, excellent after-sales service and fuss-free ownership experiences
• Safety features such as 6 airbags, Toyota Safety Sense (ADAS), ABS, ESP, TC, all-wheel disc brakes, hill hold, TPMS, Isofix & 3-point seatbelts for all

Toyota Innova Hycross Cons

• Expected to be even more expensive than the already-pricey Innova Crysta. Will be premium-priced
• Top-end variants are only available with captain seats in the middle row. No bench option is inexplicable!!
• 18" wheels with 50 profile tyres compromise the overall stance; they look very small
• Monocoque construction won’t be as rugged & abuse-friendly as the Crysta's body-on-frame build
• Rear seat ottomans are useless for taller passengers
• Average sound quality from the JBL system, poor camera resolution and a basic infotainment system display
• Missing features such as rain-sensing wipers, lumbar adjustment, boss lever on the front passenger seat...
• The already-good ride quality could be even better with higher profile tyres (e.g. on craters). 225/50 sidewalls are on the shorter side

Read Team-BHP's detailed Toyota Innova Hycross Review.

The Innova Hycross is available in five variants and two engine options.

Last week, Toyota unveiled the Innova Hycross in India. The MPV will be officially launched early next year, but bookings are already open.

The Innova Hycross is available in five variants and two engine options. The 'G-SLF' and 'GX' variants are offered with a 2.0-litre petrol engine that makes 172 BHP and 197 Nm.

The former comes equipped with 16-inch alloy wheels, dual LED headlamps, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, Vehicle Stability Control and Hill Start Assist. In addition to these features, the 'GX' variant gets a height-adjustable driver’s seat, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and Connected car tech.

The Innova Hycross is also available with a 2.0-litre petrol-hybrid powertrain. This engine is offered in three trims: VX, ZX and ZX (O).

The base hybrid variant comes equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels, LED tail lights, automatic climate control, paddle shifters, retractable rear sunshade, reverse camera, soft-touch dashboard and a 7-inch MID.

Apart from ADAS, which is only offered in the top-spec ZX (O) variant, the ZX trim gets 18-inch alloy wheels, a panoramic sunroof, a powered tailgate, dual-zone automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, 8-way power adjustable driver’s seat, powered Ottoman seats in the second row, 10.1-inch touchscreen infotainment system and 6 airbags.

Toyota could be planning to relaunch the Innova Crysta in a facelifted avatar.

Toyota has removed the Innova Crysta from its official website. However, it’s still unclear if the model has been completely phased out from the Indian market.

Toyota debuted its next-generation MPV called the 'Innova Hycross' earlier this month, which is a radical departure from the Innova we’re familiar with. It is based on a front-wheel drive monocoque architecture, unlike the Innova Crysta which used a ladder-frame chassis with rear-wheel drive. Moreover, the new model is only available with petrol engines.

Considering both these factors, it had been reported that Toyota was likely to sell the new Hycross alongside the current Innova Crysta, with the latter being reserved for the fleet market.

Whether Toyota is planning to relaunch the Innova Crysta in a facelifted avatar or has discontinued it for good remains to be seen.

The Toyota Innova Hycross will be sold alongside the Innova Crysta.

Following its launch in the Indonesian market, the Toyota Innova Hycross has now been unveiled in India. Toyota has also opened the order books and customers can book the car by paying a token amount of Rs 50,000.

The Innova Hycross has a bolder and SUV-ish design compared to the Innova Crysta, while also being longer and wider. It features a large trapezoidal grille up front with slim LED headlamps on either side. The front bumper has triangular vents with slim LED daytime running lights, while the fog lamps are positioned on the lower section, either side of the air dam. The rear features wraparound tail lamps with a chrome strip in the centre, a chunky bumper and a roof spoiler.

The Innova Hycross gets a dual-tone interior with a choice of 7-seat or 8-seat configuration. The MPV has a 3-spoke steering wheel and a semi-digital instrument cluster. The centre console houses a 10.1-inch floating touchscreen infotainment system, a gear shifter, an electronic parking brake and other functions.

In India, the Toyota Innova Hycross will be offered in five variants. Higher variants will come equipped with features like paddle shifters, ventilated front seats, multi-zone climate control, ambient lighting, a powered tailgate and a panoramic sunroof. The MPV will also get the 'Toyota Safety Sense' suite which includes advanced driver assistance features like lane keep assist, blind spot monitor, adaptive cruise control, rear cross-traffic alert and a pre-collision system.

The Innova Hycross is based on the TNGA-C monocoque architecture. It is available with a pure petrol and petrol-hybrid powertrain. The former is a 2.0-litre unit that puts out 172 BHP and 197 Nm. The strong-hybrid version uses a 2.0-litre, 4-cylinder petrol engine paired with Toyota’s 5th-gen strong-hybrid tech for a combined output of 183 BHP. Both engines are offered with a CVT that drives the front axle.

The strong-hybrid version is said to offer a fuel efficiency of 21.1 km/l.

The Innova Hycross is set to make its India debut on November 25. Bookings are expected to open on the same day.

Toyota has taken the wraps off the Innova Hycross for the Indonesian market. The MPV will be unveiled in India on November 25.

The Innova Hycross looks bold and SUV-ish. It features a large trapezoidal grille up front with slim LED headlamps on either side. The front bumper has triangular vents with slim LED daytime running lights, while the fog lamps are positioned on the lower section, either side of the air dam.

The rear design is unmistakably Toyota as well. It features wraparound tail lamps with a chrome strip in the centre, a chunky bumper and a roof spoiler.

The Innova Hycross gets a dual-tone interior with a 3-spoke steering wheel and a digital instrument cluster. The centre console houses a floating touchscreen infotainment system, a gear shifter, an electronic parking brake and other functions.

The Innova Hycross is based on Toyota’s TNGA modular architecture. It’s a monocoque chassis with a front-wheel drive layout, unlike the Innova Crysta.

The new MPV will be powered by Toyota’s Dynamic Force engine. It’s a 2.0-litre petrol hybrid, details of which, will be revealed at the time of launch.