Toyota dealers have unofficially started taking pre-bookings for the new 2021 Innova facelift, which suggests that the MPV could be launched in the next few days. Due to strike at Toyota’s Bidadi plant, the deliveries for the new model could start in December 2020. The 2021 Toyota Innova facelift is already on sale in select South Asian markets including Indonesia and Thailand. In this article, we tell you the difference between the new Innova and the old model –
Innova Facelift Vs Old Innova – Design
– The new model comes with noticeable design changes. Majority of the changes are given to the front profile, which now has larger grille with a thick chrome outline.Instead of two chrome-finished slats in the old model, the Innova facelift’s grille has five horizontal slats.
– The bumper has been revised, featuring blacked-out chin section with a faux silver skid plate. The MPV also gets projector headlamps, which is missing in the regular model.
– It gets newly styled dual-tone 16-inch alloy wheels. At the back, the MPV gets wrap-around LED tail-lamps and new rear license garnish.
– In Indonesia, the Innova facelift also gets a new TRD SPORTIVO variant that has new TRD Sportive bumpers and side skirts and newly styled 17-inch black alloy wheels, along with a more prominent front grille.
Innova Facelift Vs Old Innova – Interior
– Inside the cabin, the new Innova gets newly styled instrument console, an all-black interior scheme and a new six-seat layout. The six-seater model gets captain chairs for the second row.
– The MPV has a new 9-inch touchscreen infotainment system instead of the 7-inch unit offered in the old model. The infotainment unit is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.
– The new Innova also gets an integrated air purifier. The MPV has new seat upholstery and new embellishment for the new wooden panel. The India-spec Innova facelift is likely to receive some high-end features like 360 degree camera park assist and wireless charging.
– The TRD Sportivo variant gets 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, premium illuminated LED, seven airbags, cruise control, hill-start assist, ambient lighting, leatherette seat covers, reverse camera, keyless entry and go, and etc.
Innova Facelift Vs Old Innova – Specs
In terms of mechanics, the new Innova facelift is likely to remain the same. It will come with two BS6-compliant engines – a 2.4-litre diesel and a 2.7-litres petrol. The petrol engine is capable of producing 164bhp of power and a peak torque of 245Nm. On the other hand, the oil burner is good for 148bhp and 343Nm of torque. Transmission options are likely to include a 5-speed manual with RWD (standard) and a 6-speed torque convertor automatic (Optional).
