Toyota has released the first official teaser of the facelifted Innova Hycross, giving us an early look at one of the most important changes coming to the popular MPV. The updated model is scheduled to launch in India on November 25, marking its first major update since its introduction in 2022.
The teaser doesn’t reveal much of the vehicle, but the redesigned headlamps are clearly visible. They get new LED daytime running light signatures that appear similar to those seen on the Toyota Taisor. It is a small glimpse, but enough to suggest that Toyota is giving the Hycross a sharper face rather than making sweeping changes to its overall design.
The headlamps are likely to be accompanied by a redesigned front grille and revised bumpers. Spy shots have also hinted at updated alloy wheels and changes to the rear, including revised tail-lamp detailing. The overall silhouette, however, is expected to remain familiar.
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The cabin could receive a more noticeable upgrade. The recently updated Indonesia-spec Innova Zenix, which is essentially the Hycross sold in that market, gets a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a 12.3-inch digital driver’s display on higher variants.
Toyota could bring these upgrades to India as well. The current Indian model gets a 10.1-inch touchscreen and a more conventional instrument cluster. New upholstery, revised cabin colour combinations and updated infotainment software are also expected, although the final India-spec equipment list will only be clear at launch. The most interesting development could be under the bonnet.
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The facelift is expected to retain the 2.0-litre petrol engine and strong-hybrid system, but with modifications to support higher ethanol blends. Toyota has already showcased a flex-fuel strong-hybrid Innova Hycross prototype in India. The updated production model could become the country’s first flex-fuel strong-hybrid passenger vehicle. However, the exact ethanol blend compatibility has not yet been confirmed. It is also unclear whether the regular petrol variants will receive similar changes.
The facelifted Innova Hycross will launch on November 25. Prices are expected to be slightly higher than the current model, which is priced between Rs 19.53 lakh and Rs 31.84 lakh (ex-showroom). The Maruti Suzuki Invicto will remain its closest sibling and rival, given that both MPVs share their underlying architecture and powertrain options.
