Toyota Innova's 20 years in India: Why is it such a legend?
Toyota Innova is currently in its third generation and available in two options - Innova Crysta and Innova HyCross.
Toyota originally launched the Innova back in 2005, and since then, the MPV has continued to hold a strong position in the Indian passenger vehicle market. The MPV is not only popular among fleet operators but among individual customers as well. It has been known for reliability, durability, comfort and high resale value. The MPV has been known for being a spacious family car, while it also offers a good balance of performance, safety features and relatively lower cost of maintenance.
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The first-generation Toyota Innova was launched with a ladder-frame chassis. It came as a replacement for the Toyota Qualis. Then in 2016, the auto company introduced the Innova Crysta, incorporating a plethora of cosmetic changes, new engine variants, and feature improvements. Then in 2022, Toyota introduced the Innova HyCross, which is built on a monocoque platform with a front-wheel-drive layout and a self-charging hybrid powertrain. The Toyota Innova HyCross uses a 2.0-litre petrol engine paired with an electric motor and e-CVT transmission. Toyota claims the HyCross has crossed one lakh units in cumulative sales in November 2024.
Here is a quick view of the key factors that have made the Innova brand a legend.
Brand and vehicle reliability
Toyota has been known for making reliable and durable vehicles, which is the case for Innova as well. The MPV has been known for its ability to withstand years of hard driving and still remain mechanically sound. Many Toyota Innova owners have kept their vehicles for extended periods. Clearly, the reliability of Toyota as a brand and Innova as a vehicle has played a crucial role in making the MPV a legend.
Spacious and comfortable cabin
The Toyota Innova range has been known for its spacious and comfortable cabin, offering generous room for the occupants as well as luggage. The Innova Hycross and Innova Crysta come with individual seats in the second row, enhancing comfort and convenience for the occupants. This makes long journeys more comfortable for the occupants.
Safety features
The Toyota Innova range of cars comes equipped with various safety features, including ABS, multiple airbags, and electronic stability programs, contributing to its popularity among safety-conscious buyers. The build quality also enhances its safety quotient further.
Good resale value
The Innova range of MPVs has been known for fetching good resale value. Since the first generation, the Innova has consistently maintained a high resale value, which is a key advantage for many buyers. This makes the MPV a key model in the used car market as well, which allows the owners to recover a good part of their initial investment while selling the car.
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