Toyota Innova Hycross ZX, ZX (O) Hybrid Bookings Halted Again; Here's Why
The reservations for other Toyota Hycross variants like VX and VX (O) hybrid are still open for a token amount of Rs 50,000. The waiting duration for these mid-spec variants is about 3 months.
By Reetika Bhatt
In December 2022, Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) launched the Innova Hycross in India. Since then, the MPV has enjoyed great success and has been in high demand in our home market. In April 2023, the company temporarily stopped accepting bookings for the top-tier ZX and ZX(O) hybrid models, which were reopened last month. However, barely after a month, Toyota has once again paused bookings for its top-spec hybrid models. The move is a response to an extended waiting period the models currently command, which is about 15 months. Bookings are expected to reopen after some reduction in this duration. Reservations for other variants like VX and VX (O) hybrid, however, are still open for a token amount of Rs 50,000. The waiting duration for these mid-spec variants is about 3 months.
Toyota Innova Hycross: Engine and Gearbox Options
The Toyota Innova Hycross is available with two engine options: a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder naturally aspirated (NA) petrol unit and a 2.0-litre four-cylinder strong-hybrid setup. When combined with an e-CVT gearbox, the strong hybrid system produces a combined power output of 183bhp, with the engine and motor producing 188Nm and 206Nm, respectively. On the other hand, the petrol-only variant has a CVT gearbox and generates 173bhp of maximum power and 209Nm of peak torque. The manufacturer claims that the fuel efficiency figures for the petrol and hybrid variants are 16.13km/l and 23.24km/l, respectively.
Toyota Innova Hycross: Interior and Safety Features
The highest-spec Innova Hycross hybrid model is equipped with features such as a panoramic sunroof, wireless phone charging, dual-zone climate control, ventilated front seats, a 10-inch touchscreen infotainment display, and a 7-inch digital driver's display.
The safety suite of the MPV consists of six airbags, a 360-degree camera, a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS), front and rear parking sensors, and an advanced driver assistance system (ADAS), which incorporates adaptive cruise control, auto-emergency braking, departure assist, and lane-keep assist.
Also Read: Toyota Innova Hycross Review: First Drive
Toyota Innova Hycross: Price and Rivals
The top-of-the-line Toyota Innova Hycross ZX and ZX (O) hybrid models are priced between Rs 30.34 lakh and Rs 30.98 lakh. The prices of other variants of the MPV start at Rs 19.77 lakh and go up to Rs 27.99 lakh. All mentioned prices are ex-showroom figures.
As a more expensive alternative to the Kia Carens, the Hycross takes on its siblings, the Maruti Invicto and Toyota Innova Crysta (diesel only).
