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P S RAHUL

•5w

I am 60 years old and have booked the Toyota Innova Hycross top-end variant. My usage will be mostly within the city, along with 4-5 long trips every year. Is this the right choice for my needs, or should I consider any other options? I plan to continue doing long-distance drives comfortably over the next 10 years.

Autocar India

•4w

You want a car that is comfortable in the city, easy to drive and capable of doing long trips for the next 10 years. The Toyota Innova Hycross fits this very well. The hybrid system makes it very smooth and quiet in city driving, and the automatic gearbox is effortless, which becomes more important with age. On highways, it is stable, comfortable and built for long-distance travel, which is what the Innova name has always stood for.

What really works in your favour is long-term ownership. Toyota’s reliability, strong service network and resale value make it one of the safest bets if you plan to keep the car for many years. The Hycross also offers excellent space, easy ingress and egress and a comfortable ride, which are important for everyday use and for passengers as you grow older.

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Anonymous

•4w

I have been driving Toyotas since 1999, but I feel this particular petrol variant is overpriced. Had it been a diesel model, it might have been more justifiable.

Toyota Lover

•4w

I have driven Toyota Innove mire than 4 Lakh km and absolutely don't find comparing car. Pricing for hycross is too high, petrol version and then power is another factor and then low mileage.

Rajan

•4w

Please suggest other vehicle options that meet similar needs and provide peace of mind

Aman

•3w

I think you’ve made a very sensible choice with the Toyota Innova HyCross. At your age, comfort, easy ingress-egress, reliability, and stress-free long-distance driving matter more than sporty handling, and the Hycross does all of that extremely well. The hybrid system is especially great for city usage, while Toyota reliability makes it a solid 10-year ownership car.

Sam

•4w

Dear team. I'm planning to buy a new one to replace my 1.75 lakh km commuted in the last 16 yrs. Kindly suggest one having riding & driving comfort, reliable, long term (10+ yrs)use. My average commute may be 1500+ kms / month

MANDEEP NEHRA

•4w

Makes sense 👍

•4w

Sir..I m confused between Safari and xuv 7xo

Toyota Lover

•4w

Hi, While I am Toyota lover but pricing is too high for Hycross and then petrol version doesn't gives power while highway cruising. In lesser price with same comfort, is XL 6 a good choice

Ankush Mittal

•4w

This vehicle is an excellent choice for family travel, offering exceptional spaciousness, superior comfort, and a generous boot capacity. It provides a comfortable driving experience, and passengers in the second row will appreciate the refined ambiance when chauffeured. The hybrid higher variant also boasts impressive fuel efficiency.

Adarsh renwa

•4w

Hello i am confused between innova hycross and fortuner i don’t want milege just a good reliable car

Rupam Saha

•4w

Depends on your usage , if you plan on long highway trips and want to sit on the backseat and travel like a king or queen , hycross is the way to go. Now if you want a car that can technically cover any terrain whatever you throw at it , provided you get less comfort but want a big image , go for the fortuner . You can take it to hills , rocky terrain , muddy terrain anywhere . Even if both cars are extremely reliable the main point comes to the fact is more comfort(hycross) vs more bossy image(fortuner)

Lakshya

•4w

Innova hycross hybrid is very costly for middle class toyota can reduce price to more efficiently

•4w

They are coming up with a affordable cheaper version of hycross as the diesel crysts is being discontinued soon.

SRINIVASAN

•4w

@ autocar india I am using crysta for 10 years, 17000 kms rum s I could like to change to hycross wat do u think

siddanagowda

•4w

Average 1700 km annually; I've owned a Tata HEXA since August 2017 and have driven more than 255,000 km to date. I've had no problems with the car.

Sujan Chakraborty

•4w

If it's mostly city driving then buy the GX (O) variant which is clean 7-8 lakhs cheaper than Hycross hybrid and gives 7 kms in city and 11 kms on highway

Abhishek

•4w

isnt it more jerky ride due to no hybrid engine and more potholes effect due to 16 inch wheelss

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Senthil Kumar

•1d

I own a Grande Punto MJD 2012 Dynamic and am planning to upgrade. Don't want to go for pure ICE cars. Hence, I am left with a few options, and I am inclined towards Toyota. However, they don't have any Hybrids (own badge) in that segment. Thought they would launch Corolla Sedan or Cross with Hybrid engines. Hence, I am now left with the Honda City Hybrid in the upgrade space. Or I need to go for a higher budget Innova Hycross or UC Hyryder (which I am in dilemma). What would be your suggestion? Will Toyota launch the Corolla Cross surprisingly in the Indian Market, or go with the currently available Hybrid models?

Autocar India

•12h

Given your situation, we wouldn't wait for a Toyota Corolla or Corolla Cross Hybrid. While Toyota is evaluating additional hybrid models for India, neither appears likely to arrive anytime soon.Among the cars available today, the Honda City e:HEV is a very compelling option. Its hybrid system is proven, fuel efficiency is excellent, and the driving experience is more refined than most strong hybrids in its price range. If you enjoy sedans and don't specifically need SUV-like ground clearance, it remains one of the best hybrid packages on sale today.If you want an SUV, the decision comes down to the Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid and stretching your budget for the Innova Hycross Hybrid. The Hyryder is efficient, reliable and easy to recommend, but if your hesitation is that it feels too closely related to a Maruti product, that perception is unlikely to change after purchase. The Hycross, on the other hand, feels like a more substantial upgrade and offers significantly more space, comfort and road presence.

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Mohit Kakde

•4d

I currently own a first-generation Toyota Innova diesel (7-seater) that I bought in 2008. It has covered 2.75 lakh km. Even today, I am inclined towards the Innova HyCross because of Toyota's reliability and long-term ownership experience. I am looking for a spacious family vehicle that offers comfort, good ride and handling, reliability, and is enjoyable to drive. My annual running is approximately 9,500 km, with 70% city use in Mumbai and 30% highway use, mainly on the Mumbai-Satara route. My budget is Rs 26 lakh, and the Hycross Hybrid is beyond that. I have considered the HyCross GX(O) petrol, but I am concerned about its fuel efficiency in city conditions. Should I still consider it? If not, what other options would suit my requirements? I am open to both SUVs and MPVs, although I am not inclined towards the Ertiga, XL6, or Kia Carens, as they do not feel like significant upgrades.

Autocar India

•21h

Yes, buy the Innova HyCross GXO non-hybrid. Your 70% Mumbai use and only 9,500 km a year means the hybrid’s big price jump will take ages to recover, while the GXO still gives you the Innova space, comfort and Toyota’s easy long-term ownership. In real Mumbai traffic, expect roughly 8-10 kpl and about 12-14 kpl on the Mumbai-Satara run. The automatic is smooth in the city, the ride is calm, and the third row is far better than any SUV at this price.One honest catch: the 2.0 petrol is relaxed, not exciting, and the GXO trim is light on features. If you want sharper performance and more kit, you will need to stretch, which you said you do not want to.If you still want options, look at the Hyundai Alcazar 1.5 turbo petrol. It is nicer to drive in the city and decently efficient, but it is a size smaller, and the third row is tight.The Mahindra XUV 7XO petrol is quick and feature-rich, yet its third row and boot cannot match the Innova, and long-term peace of mind still tilts toward Toyota. Diesel versions of these two could also be an option, but with your city-heavy running, you will need to make extra trips on the highway to keep the DPF healthy.

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Nikhil shrimali

•18h

I currently own a Maruti Suzuki Ertiga, which is either 5-seater or a 7-seater with a large boot space. I am planning to upgrade and am currently confused between the Toyota Innova HyCross and the Mahindra XUV 7XO. My annual running is around 35,000-40,000 km. Space and seating capacity are important requirements for my daily work. Based on these needs, which of these two vehicles would you recommend? Alternatively, is there any other option that might suit my requirements better?

Autocar India

•15h

Go for the Toyota Innova HyCross, because space is your maximum priority, and it has the most usable third row and the best boot flexibility here. The HyCross’ cabin is wider, the floor is flatter, and access to the last row is easier, so adults actually fit. Fold the third row and you get a big, clean load bay for daily work. The hybrid is smooth and quiet in traffic and will save you fuel in city use, as well as out on the highway.Pick the Mahindra XUV 7XO only if you want diesel punch, the SUV body style and road presence, and the latest tech. Its third row and boot are smaller and fuel use is higher, so is ultimately not as practical a 7-seater as the Hycross. The only thing you have to bear in mind is the Innova Hycross hybrid price at the top end will be higher than the XUV 7XO. That aside, however, the Toyota car remains the better option for you.

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