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2005 toyota innova in field

First launched in 2005, the highly popular Toyota Innova MPV has completed 20 years in the Indian market.

2005 toyota innova in field

The first-gen Innova featured a mono-volume design for more interior space than the Qualis it replaced.

2005 toyota innova in field

The 2005 Innova's cabin came with forward-facing seats for all rows and even second row captain seats in higher trim levels.

2009 toyota innova facelift in field

The first facelift for the Innova landed in 2009.

2009 toyota innova facelift in field

The 2009 Innova facelift brought a new double-slat chrome grille, revised lights and bumpers, and updated wheels.

2009 toyota innova facelift in field

Inside, the 2009 Innova added steering-mounted audio controls, an in-dash CD changer, and climate control.

2012 toyota innova facelift in field

The 2012 Innova facelift was the most substantial update for the MPV at the time.

2012 toyota innova facelift in field

Swept-back headlights, a revised grille, new wheels, and more design updates refreshed the Innova's look.

2012 toyota innova facelift in field

The 2012 Innova got a Camry-style steering wheel, new audio system, reverse guide system, and wood trim on the centre console.

2014 toyota innova facelift on road

The final facelift for the first-gen Innova arrived in 2014.

2014 toyota innova facelift on road

It got a larger grille, updated bumpers, new dual-tone alloy wheels, and more.

2014 toyota innova facelift in field

Leather seats, a new oak interior colour, and dual airbags as standard headlined the 2014 Innova facelift.

2016 toyota innova crysta in field

The long-awaited second generation of the Innova, dubbed the Innova Crysta, was launched in 2016.

2016 toyota innova crysta in field

The Innova Crysta sported sharper styling and offered a trio of stronger engines than the first-gen model.

2016 toyota innova crysta in field

The cabin of the Innova Crysta was markedly more premium, offering an infotainment touchscreen, leather upholstery, powered front seats, etc.

2020 toyota innova crysta facelift in field

Toyota issued the first Innova Crysta facelift in late 2020, introducing a larger grille, new alloy wheels, and an updated infotainment system.

2023 toyota innova crysta facelift in field

Toyota briefly took the Innova Crysta off sale in late 2022, but reintroduced it with mild styling tweaks and a sole diesel-manual powertrain in early 2023.

toyota innova hycross in field

Launched in November 2022, the Innova Hycross is the third generation of the MPV and the most radically different one to date.

toyota innova hycross in field

The Hycross is the first Innova to use a monocoque chassis with front-wheel drive, and a 184hp petrol strong hybrid powertrain.

toyota innova hycross in field

Using a modern platform also allowed Toyota to equip the Innova Hycross with features like a panoramic sunroof and Level 2 ADAS.

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Toyota Innova 20 year anniversary image gallery

The Toyota Innova recently celebrated its 20th anniversary in the Indian market, with the beloved MPV having sold over 12.5 lakh units to date across three generations. Since the first-gen model launched in 2005, the Innova's bulletproof reliability, expansive interior space, and unmatched comfort have made it one of the most trusted names among Indian consumers. We reflect on all three generations of the Innova to see how the MPV has evolved over the years.

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