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Toyota launched the all new 2023 Innova hycross , but is it a repalceemnt to crysta ?
We are going to tell you exactly in this post and We look at the variant ZX Auto (opt).
Innova hycross :Exterior
Look is revised . The front facade evokes the new Toyota Hilux and Crysta . with the Chrome strip next to the grilles. There is a usage of plastic materials. Innova Hycross acquires the front Camera ,radar sensors distiinct to the previous gen . On the contrary to the Crysta , we get the ADAS feature that seems to be the new trend in the auto industry . with the introduction of the same, Toyota Innova Hycross becomes the first car to get ADAS in Toyota’s Fleet. On Bumpers, you get the front parking sensors at the ends with a fake vent. It gives a bit look of Hilux. you get the projector-led headlamps, the DRL with the turn indicators positioned downwards, where the fog lamp was available. The fog lights are positioned in the center. This is a somewhat odd placement. They get the gray underride guard, which gives the full SUV look.
Innova Hycross : Tyre , chasis and wheel base
If it’s an SUV, the tire size needs to be higher for capable & efficient driving. The Innova HYcross sits on 18-inch alloy wheels with a high-profile ” “255/50” inch tire.
The wheels is same as in Crysta, one gets all four disc brakes.
IInnova Hycross is longer and wider comparetevley to the Innova Crysta . The Innova Hycross has a longer wheelbase. based on monocoque chassis .. I noticed that Innova hycross rear taillights from the side view resemble the Alturas G4 & if seen from the roofline it may look like the Creta.
The rear profile gives a bit boxy look, giving an impression of the Lexus lx 570 or the land cruiser. Apart from this, the rear profile looks quite appealing having a large chrome accent across the width of the tailgate. large wrap-around tail lamps along with rear spoiler is offered .
Innova HYcross gets black rear bumpers with reflectors and a c shape chrome finish accent with black tint vents that look good. One of the best features of the Hycross is the powerd tailgate. no hands-free tailgate, which I think would have been a great feature.
Interior
You get the premium-level interiors. One gets the dual-tone interiors, black with a small touch of brown leather.
Other improvements are memory seat functions. Right at the door handle, the newly added features -ADAS system with adaptive cruise control, lane-keep assist, rear cross-traffic alert.
no fully digital instrument cluster is offered which i feel would have improved . Heads up display which is even available in Hyrider is missing . Push-button start, dual-zone automatic AC and ventilated seats, a 10-inch JBL infotainment screen with 9 speakers, a wireless charging pad and charging port are present, but in a somewhat odd location
I, would like to raise a question to Toyota “why Toyota, why? , the front dashboard acquires soft-touch leather. The gear lever placement is quite premium as found in Toyota Velfire, Hiace. Moreover the gearbox panel is also improved . Firstly , Buttons accessing the camera the electronic parking brake and the auto hold button the driving modes and a special EV mode like on the Hyrider, two USB ports, a standard USB port and a Type-C port, two cup holders and a storage compartment in the center that can be opened from the left side, unlike the other storage compartments in the armrest. How can we forget about the sunroof? You get a full panoramic sunroof, which again is the first in Toyota’s Indian SUV fleet How can we forget about the sunroof? You get a full panoramic sunroof, which again is the first in Toyota’s Indian SUV fleet.
Leg space and comfort
The leg space and headroom are not an issue. The front seats are very comfortable . In the second-row seats, you feel like you are sitting in the first class of an airplane. I am saying this because you get the lounge seats, For latching on to the same you need to slide the seats back, there is an electronic button for bringing the fold up and also for reclining the seats, but for sliding the seats forward and backward you get a manual handle which I disliked. The battery is located directly under the driver and passenger seats, so there is no room to stretch your legs
Innova hycross : other
Other positive things in the second row include a flip-up table, which again comes up from the right side, unlike the front is a little sturdier with the cupholders in the door pocket, USB ports, sunshades, and roof-mounted air vents which are on the side. Entering the third row has now become convenient. One can now easily slide into the second-row seats, but third-row space is not as enough as in the Crysta, particularly for an adult. If you fold down the seats in the third row and move the seats in the second row. I feel that the third-row seats in Crysta were better. Though three people in the rear bench is a squeeze Toyota should give a hand up for providing a headrest and three-pointed seatbelt for the center passenger in the last row.
Innova hycross :Safety
Being a Toyota, safety has never been an issue. The build quality of Toyota is always reliable. No need to worry . The Innova Hycross gets six airbags, vehicle stability control, hill start assist, 360-degree camera and TPMS.
Innova hycross : Powerterrain
Innova Hycross gets the 2-liter, four-cylinder petrol engine paired with a 10-speed CVT automatic transmission. It generates an output of 172PS and 205Nm of torque. The higher variants come with a 2-liter, four-cylinder Petrol. most importantly , Innova Hycross uses the 5 gen self-charging technology where a 168-cell Ni-MH Battery Pack and electric motor. collectively gives an output of higher 184PS.
Innova hycross : truly a replacement for Crysta ?
The answer to this question may be subjective. In my opinion, the Innova Hycross is no replacement for the Crysta in terms of space in the third row of seats and engine but If we consider the features, we can say that it is elevated , but is not truly a replacement for the Crysta. Also, Diesel Innova Crysta will return but not in the passenger SUV fleet but in the commercial fleet.
Innova Hycross :video
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