Toyota is working on a new SUV that will take on the Mahindra XUV700. Here is the available information on the upcoming Toyota car in India
Toyota has brought many well-known cars to the global market. Now, it is planning to bring a new SUV based on the Corolla Cross. However, it will feature a longer frame and a transverse engine. Additionally, the company is adding a newly-designed grille, headlamps, and bumper at the front. The 7-seater car will take on the likes of Mahindra XUV700, Hyundai Tucson and Alcazar, and Jeep Meridian. It is likely to come with a similar price tag as its rivals. Let’s take a closer look!
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Similarities with Toyota Corolla Cross
The new Toyota 7-seater SUV is likely to get similar features and powertrains as the Corolla Cross. The three-row MPV comes with features like an electrically operated tailgate and flat foldable seats. However, it will get longer rear doors than the Corolla Cross. Toyota is likely to make some changes to the C and D pillars. The new model will underpin a modular TNGA-C platform (seen in the new Toyota Innova Hycross) that supports FWD and AWD systems. Toyota has used the TNGA-C architecture in it’s unibody vehicles in the C-segment or compact cars, crossover SUVs, and mid-size MPVs.
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The new Toyota Corolla Cross SUV will be powered by Innova Hycross’s 2.0L, 4-cylinder Atkinson cycle hybrid engine that offers combined power of 184bhp with an e-Drive transmission. It offers a fuel efficiency of 23.24kmpl. On the other hand, the 2.0L naturally aspirated petrol engine option will offer 172bhp of power and 205Nm of torque with a CVT gearbox. It delivers a fuel efficiency of 23.24kmpl and the n petrol model promises 16.31kmpl. Both options can be paired with FWD (front-wheel drive) system.
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New Toyota Innova Crysta
Additionally, Toyota is all ready to launch the new Innova Crysta Diesel. It will likely be available in the coming weeks. The new model is powered by an RDE emission-compliant 2.4L diesel motor that produces 105PS of peak power and 343Nm of max torque. It is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox. The 2023 Toyota Innova Crysta will have two drive modes – Eco and Power. Interested customers can get the popular MPV in 5 color options. You can also choose from two seating configurations – 7 and 8 seats.
