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Having been revealed globally, the all-new Toyota Innova Hycross is getting plenty of attention ahead of its India launch. Due to its monocoque chassis and SUV-like appearance, everyone is eager to see how the new Innova will compare to the Tata Safari and Mahindra XUV700. So, we have put together all the technical specifications of the aforementioned three-row offerings to compare their size, powertrain, and features.
Dimensions
| Toyota Innova Hycross | Tata Safari | Mahindra XUV700 | |
| Length | 4,755mm | 4661mm | 4695mm |
| Width | 1,850mm | 1894mm | 1890mm |
| Height | 1,795mm | 1786mm | 1755mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,850mm | 2741mm | 2750mm |
| Ground Clearance | 185mm | 205mm | 200mm |
| Platform | monocoque | monocoque | monocoque |
| Seating Configurations | 6, 7 and 8-seater | 6 and 7-seater | 5 and 7-seater |
- All three-row offerings are based on the monocoque chassis and come in multiple seating options. However, the Innova Hycross is the most versatile among all.
- In terms of dimensions, Innova Hycross is the longest and tallest of all models. It also offers the largest wheelbase.
Specifications Comparison
| Innova Hycross | Tata Safari | Mahindra XUV700 | |||
| Engine | 2-litre Petrol | 2-litre Petrol with Strong-Hybrid System | 2-litre turbo-diesel | 2-litre turbo-petrol | 2.2-litre turbo-diesel |
| No of Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Max Power | 174PS | 186PS (system), 152PS (engine) and 113PS (motor) | 170PS | 200PS | 155PS/185PS |
| Max Torque | 205Nm | 187Nm (engine) and 206Nm (motor) | 350Nm | 380Nm | 360Nm/ 420Nm or 450Nm |
| Transmission | CVT | e-CVT | 6-speed MT/AT | 6-speed MT/AT | 6-speed MT/AT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD or AWD |
- Toyota offers the new Innova Hycross with two engine options – 2.0-litre naturally aspirated petrol and 2.0-litre petrol with a self-charging strong-hybrid system, making it the first car in its class to get such a powertrain option.
- Tata Safari only comes with a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel engine that can be had with either a manual or a Hyundai-sourced torque converter automatic transmission.
- Only the Mahindra XUV700 is offered with both petrol and diesel engines.
- Mahindra’s XUV700 petrol engine offers the most power and is available with both manual and automatic transmissions. On the other hand, its diesel engine comes in two states of tune: 155PS/360Nm and 185PS/up to 450Nm. It is also the only three-row offering here that can be had in an all-wheel-drivetrain (AWD) combination as well.
Key Features
| Toyota Innova Hycross | Tata Safari | Mahindra XUV700 |
LED lighting system10-inch floating touchscreen infotainment with wireless Apple Carplay and Android AutoConnected car techElectric tailgate opening with voice command supportLeather seatsPanoramic sunroofOptional rear entertainment screensElectrically adjustable rear captain seats with leg support6 airbagsElectric Parking BrakesDriving modes, including EV mode (hybrid only)360-degree cameraADAS | LED lighting system8.8-inch touchscreen infotainmentWireless Apple Carplay & Android Auto ConnectivityJBL premium sound systemSemi-Digital Instrument Cluster6-Way Powered Driver Seat Wireless chargerAuto ACVentilated front seatsVentilated Captain Seat in 2nd Row (Optional)Panoramic sunroofTerrain Response Modes – Normal, Rough & WetAir PurifierDriver Doze off Alert 6 Airbags | LED lighting systemFlush-door handlesLeather seatsPanoramic sunroofMemory function for the powered driver’s seatConnected units for infotainment and driver’s displayWireless Apple Carplay and Android AutoConnected car techAlexa based controlsDual-zone ACWireless chargerDrive modes (diesel only)Air Purifier360-degree cameraDriver Drowsiness7 airbagsADAS |
Price
| Model | Ex-Showroom Price |
| Tata Safari | Rs 18.09 – 23.83 lakh |
| Mahindra XUV700 | |
| Toyota Innova Hycross | Start Price Around Rs 20 lakh (expected) |
Toyota is likely to launch the new Innova Hycross in India in early 2023. We expect its prices to start from around Rs 20 lakh (ex-showroom).
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