The Toyota Innova has marked two decades in the Indian market. Over these 20 years, this MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) has established its unique identity. It is not only the best-selling model in the premium MPV segment but also one of the best-selling models for Toyota. The Innova has played a significant role in establishing Toyota’s presence in India. Remarkably, over 1.2 million people have purchased this car. The Innova boasts several features that make it a preferred MPV.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor has recorded sales of over 1.2 million units. The Innova has cultivated a deep emotional connection with customers over the past 20 years.
Since its launch, the Innova has been updated three times. The first generation was built on a ladder-frame chassis, replacing the Toyota Qualis. In 2016, the company launched the Innova Crysta, which featured design changes, new engines, and more features. In 2022, Toyota introduced the Innova Hycross, built on a monocoque platform. It features a front-wheel-drive layout and a self-charging hybrid powertrain. It includes a 2.0-liter petrol engine paired with an electric motor and an e-CVT gearbox. Toyota claims that it offers the best mileage in its segment. By November 2024, over 1 lakh units of the Hycross had been sold.
The Innova has been a crucial part of Toyota’s strategy in India. It has been popular not only among private customers but also holds a strong position in the commercial and institutional segments. Over time, it has continuously improved safety, comfort, and emission standards, reflecting the evolving trends in the Indian automobile industry. The Innova has been popular among various customer segments over the past 20 years, including urban families, taxi/fleet operators, and intercity travel services. While the Innova Crysta is still available for customers who prefer traditional MPVs, the hybrid Hycross offers a modern technology option.
The base model of the Toyota Innova Crysta starts at an ex-showroom price of INR 19.99 lakh, while the top model costs up to INR 27.18 lakh ex-showroom. The Innova Hycross is priced from INR 19.14 lakh to INR 32.58 lakh ex-showroom. The mileage of the Hycross depends on its powertrain. The petrol variant offers a mileage of 16.13 km/liter, while the strong hybrid version offers up to 23.24 km/liter. The Crysta’s mileage is 11.5 km/liter for the 2.7L petrol manual variant, but in real-world tests, it is around 8 to 9.5 km/liter. The 2.4L diesel manual variant offers a mileage of 15.1 km/liter, while in use, it offers a mileage of 12.5 to 14 km/liter.
