2016 Toyota Innova Launched in India: All You Need to Know

Toyota Innova second generation has been officially launched in Indonesia at a price tag of IDR 282 million.
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Toyota Innova second generation has been officially launched in Indonesia at a price tag of IDR 282 million which is around INR 13.60 lac for the petrol variant. A global debut of the Multi-purpose vehicle from Innova is marked with this launch. The diesel variant of this model starts from IDR 310.1 million which is around INR 14.95 lac.

In India, Innova will most likely make its debut at the upcoming 2016 Indian Auto Expo that is to be held in February while the launch will be expected later next year. However, all the details about the India-bound Toyota Innova are revealed on the internet. The car will give a tough competition to the likes of Maruti Ertiga, Honda Mobilio and Mahindra XUV 500 in the segment. Let’s take a quick look at the important aspects of new Toyota Innova 2016.

Exteriors

The all new platform known as Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) is the build base for the vehicle and gives a lighter yet stiffer body structure in comparison with the earlier framework. The car adheres aesthetics like LED projector headlamps with the large hexagonal air-dam and the dual slat radiator grille on the front. It rides on the new 16-17- inch alloy wheels and opts a smart tailgate at rear. The new Toyota Innova is offered in six new color schemes such as Attitude Black, Alumina Jade, Dark Gray Mica Metallic, Avant Grande Bronze, Super White and Silver Metallic. On the dimension front, 2016 Toyota Innova measures 4735 mm in length, 1795 mm in height, 1830 mm in width and the wheelbase of about 2750 mm.

Interiors

New Toyota Innova 2016 is completely renovated inside. The cabin gives a premium feel with wooden finish and illuminated lamps. The dashboard in the car is dual colored along with silver accents. The steering wheel is tilt adjustable with the multi-functional switches mounted on it. 2016 Toyota Innova now sports a brand new 8-inch touch screen Infotainment unit that features advanced functionalities Air Gesture, Toyota Move, Voice command, Digital Living Network Alliance, Miracast, HDMI, Smartphone, Bluetooth connectivity and Web Browser. Other important attributes of the vehicle are the automatic air conditioning unit, Ambient lighting, Smart Entry Key, Dual-Zone Climate Control and all auto up and down windows. All these alterations inside have really made it a premium car.

Engine Specifications

New Toyota Innova 2016 is powered by a 2.4-litre diesel mill with 4-cylinder inline, DOHC and VNT intercooler. The motor can generate power output of 149 PS at 3400 rpm and yields the maximum torque of 342 Nm between 1200-2800 rpm, while for the automatic variant it produces a torque of 360 Nm. The engine is available with the choice of five-speed manual and six-speed automatic gearbox.

Another powertrain fitted in Innova 2016 is the 2.0 litre DOHC mill with Dual VVT-I. This motor is capable of producing the power of 139 PS at 5600 rpm and peak torque of 183Nm at 4700 rpm. It is available with a choice of 6-speed automatic and 5-speed manual transmission.

Toyota Innova second generation has been officially launched in Indonesia at a price tag of IDR 282 million which is around INR 13.60 lac for the petrol variant. A global debut of the Multi-purpose vehicle from Innova is marked with this launch. The diesel variant of this model starts from IDR 310.1 million which is around INR 14.95 lac.

In India, Innova will most likely make its debut at the upcoming 2016 Indian Auto Expo that is to be held in February while the launch will be expected later next year. However, all the details about the India-bound Toyota Innova are revealed on the internet. The car will give a tough competition to the likes of Maruti Ertiga, Honda Mobilio and Mahindra XUV 500 in the segment. Let’s take a quick look at the important aspects of new Toyota Innova 2016.

Exteriors

The all new platform known as Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) is the build base for the vehicle and gives a lighter yet stiffer body structure in comparison with the earlier framework. The car adheres aesthetics like LED projector headlamps with the large hexagonal air-dam and the dual slat radiator grille on the front. It rides on the new 16-17- inch alloy wheels and opts a smart tailgate at rear. The new Toyota Innova is offered in six new color schemes such as Attitude Black, Alumina Jade, Dark Gray Mica Metallic, Avant Grande Bronze, Super White and Silver Metallic. On the dimension front, 2016 Toyota Innova measures 4735 mm in length, 1795 mm in height, 1830 mm in width and the wheelbase of about 2750 mm.

Interiors

New Toyota Innova 2016 is completely renovated inside. The cabin gives a premium feel with wooden finish and illuminated lamps. The dashboard in the car is dual colored along with silver accents. The steering wheel is tilt adjustable with the multi-functional switches mounted on it. 2016 Toyota Innova now sports a brand new 8-inch touch screen Infotainment unit that features advanced functionalities Air Gesture, Toyota Move, Voice command, Digital Living Network Alliance, Miracast, HDMI, Smartphone, Bluetooth connectivity and Web Browser. Other important attributes of the vehicle are the automatic air conditioning unit, Ambient lighting, Smart Entry Key, Dual-Zone Climate Control and all auto up and down windows. All these alterations inside have really made it a premium car.

Engine Specifications

New Toyota Innova 2016 is powered by a 2.4-litre diesel mill with 4-cylinder inline, DOHC and VNT intercooler. The motor can generate power output of 149 PS at 3400 rpm and yields the maximum torque of 342 Nm between 1200-2800 rpm, while for the automatic variant it produces a torque of 360 Nm. The engine is available with the choice of five-speed manual and six-speed automatic gearbox.

Another powertrain fitted in Innova 2016 is the 2.0 litre DOHC mill with Dual VVT-I. This motor is capable of producing the power of 139 PS at 5600 rpm and peak torque of 183Nm at 4700 rpm. It is available with a choice of 6-speed automatic and 5-speed manual transmission.

Safety

For a safe and easy driving experience, advanced safety aspects are embedded in the new Toyota Innova they are; Dual front airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce distribution (EBD), Anti-theft system, Driver Knee airbags, Curtain airbags, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Hill Assist Control (HAC), Rear Parking Sensors and Door Ajar Warning.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor is providing their Fortuner and Innova for the 2015 BBIN Friendship Rally. The Rally will start from Bhubaneswar and cover around 4500 kms with 80 participants. This will traverse India, Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh. It will start from Bhubaneswar pass through Ranchi, Patna, Siliguri, Gangtok, Phuentsholing Thimphu, Mongar, Samdrup, Jongkhar, Guwahati, Sikkim, Silchar, Agartala, Chittagong and Dhaka.

For a safe and easy driving experience, advanced safety aspects are embedded in the new Toyota Innova they are; Dual front airbags, anti-lock braking system (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce distribution (EBD), Anti-theft system, Driver Knee airbags, Curtain airbags, Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Hill Assist Control (HAC), Rear Parking Sensors and Door Ajar Warning.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor is providing their Fortuner and Innova for the 2015 BBIN Friendship Rally. The Rally will start from Bhubaneswar and cover around 4500 kms with 80 participants. This will traverse India, Nepal, Bhutan and Bangladesh. It will start from Bhubaneswar pass through Ranchi, Patna, Siliguri, Gangtok, Phuentsholing Thimphu, Mongar, Samdrup, Jongkhar, Guwahati, Sikkim, Silchar, Agartala, Chittagong and Dhaka.

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