A White Shirt, but With a Tie This Time
If the Innova HyCross were a person, it would be that sensible chap in a well-ironed white shirt who is smart, reliable, and perhaps a bit quiet at parties. But now, Toyota’s slipped on a tie and cufflinks for it, and behold, we have the Exclusive Edition of the ZX(O) grade. Still polite. Still efficient. Just sharper-looking.
Subtle Swagger: What’s New?
This new edition comes in two flavours—Super White and Pearl White—but now wears a generous helping of black accents. Think of it as a monochrome tuxedo. The roof, grille, rear garnish, alloys, even the emblem, go black, creating just enough contrast to be noticed without shouting about it.
The front and rear get under-runs for a bit of rugged theatre, there’s garnish around the mirrors, the wheel arches have been outlined like comic-book panels, and yes, it even says Exclusive on the back. Subtle, but not invisible.
Inside: Business-Class Comfort
Toyota added dual-tone interiors to match the exterior vibe. The seats, doors, centre console and dash get a design lift. There’s also an air purifier, a wireless charger and even legroom lamps now, in case you feel like reading your novel under the seat.
All this adds to an already plush setup with powered Ottoman second-row seats, front ventilated seats, a panoramic sunroof and dual-zone climate control. It’s about as lounge-like as an MPV can get without serving you espresso.
The Hybrid Bit
Nothing changes under the bonnet, and frankly, it didn’t need to. The 2.0-litre petrol hybrid continues with its 186 bhp output and e-drive sequential shift setup. Torque’s a healthy 206 Nm from the petrol motor, and there’s electric assistance that allows the car to operate in EV mode for nearly 60 per cent of the time.
It’s built on Toyota’s TNGA platform and can cruise around cities on battery alone when it feels like it. The drive remains easygoing and quiet, with a focus on economy rather than excitement. Fuel efficiency, although not officially quoted here again, continues to be best-in-segment, somewhere around 21 kmpl.
Still a Bit of an All-Rounder
What makes the HyCross a bit of a unicorn is its ability to juggle roles. It’s an SUV in stance, an MPV in soul, and a hybrid in powertrain. You can take it to a wedding in full regalia or pile in the in-laws for a cross-country holiday with the third row folded and a cooler box plugged in.
And yes, Toyota’s Safety Sense tech stays on board, complete with adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning and other thoughtful systems designed to keep your coffee unspilled.
The Price of Polished Practicality
Toyota’s asking ₹32.58 lakh ex-showroom for the Exclusive Edition. That’s the same price across India, which is unusual in itself and rather convenient. It’s only available from May to July 2025, so if you like your MPVS with a bit more garnish, now might be the time.
Final Word
Toyota hasn’t reinvented the Innova HyCross here. It simply ironed out the creases, polished the buttons, and added a few luxury liners to the cabin. It’s still the same dependable family mover, just with better tailoring.
And like any limited-edition Toyota, don’t expect it to hang around for too long.
