Toyota’s got something to smile about. The Innova Hycross has just bagged a full 5-star safety rating at the Bharat NCAP crash test. This is a big moment for the brand and for buyers looking for a safe family MPV.
Crash Test Scores Tell A Story
The numbers speak loud. For adult occupant protection, the Innova Hycross clocked 30.47 out of 32 points. That’s impressive. In the frontal offset deformable barrier test, it notched up 14.47 out of 16. Good head and femur protection. The chest protection came in at an adequate score.
The side movable deformable barrier test showed the MPV at its best. It got a clean 16 out of 16. For families thinking about kids, there’s more good news. Child occupant protection was strong too. The Hycross scored 45 out of 49. Dynamic score was perfect at 24 out of 24. CRS installation got a neat 12 out of 12. The vehicle assessment gave it 9 out of 13.
Safety Kit Makes The Difference
The Innova Hycross isn’t just banking on its structure. Toyota has packed it with safety features that add real value. There’s a 360-degree camera for better visibility. Six airbags come standard. You get TPMS, hill-hold assist and vehicle stability control.
What’s even better is the ADAS pack. The MPV gets adaptive cruise control. There’s a blind spot monitor. Rear cross-traffic alert keeps you aware. Lane keep assist and automatic high beam add more peace of mind.
Under The Hood Options
Powering the Innova Hycross are two petrol choices. The first is a 2.0-litre, four-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. It makes 173 hp and 209 Nm torque. No manual here. This one only gets a CVT.
The other pick is the strong hybrid. Also a 2.0-litre but with a hybrid setup. Together, it puts out 184 hp. Transmission is an e-Drive. If you’re worried about mileage, the hybrid claims 23.24 kmpl. The standard petrol does about 16.13 kmpl.
What’s Next On Bharat NCAP
Word is, Toyota’s not stopping here. The Fortuner might be up for Bharat NCAP next. If the Hycross results are anything to go by, buyers can hope for good things.
This 5-star score gives the Innova Hycross more credibility. For Indian families that swear by the Innova badge, it’s another reason to stick with Toyota. Safe, practical, and loaded.