In a strong endorsement of Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s steadfast commitment to safety, the Innova HyCross has achieved a prestigious 5-star safety rating under the Bharat New Car Assessment Programme (Bharat NCAP) — India’s leading vehicle safety evaluation standard.
The Innova HyCross received 5-star ratings for both Adult and Child Occupant Protection, highlighting Toyota’s continued focus on delivering safer mobility solutions for Indian families.
The certification was formally presented in New Delhi by Hon’ble Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, to Mr. Vikram Gulati, Country Head & EVP – Corporate Affairs & Governance, and Mr. Sudeep Dalvi, CCO, SVP & Head – State Affairs.
Engineered for Safety, Designed with Purpose
Built on the advanced Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA) platform, the Innova HyCross is crafted to deliver superior crash protection and structural strength. Complementing its robust design, the HyCross comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of active and passive safety features, making it one of the safest vehicles in its class. These include:
- Toyota Safety Sense (TSS) – driver assistance suite featuring Pre-Collision System, Lane Trace Assist, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control, Blind Spot Monitor and Automatic High Beam
- Six airbags across all grades offering all-around occupant protection
- Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and Traction Control (TRC)
- Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
- Hill-Start Assist Control, Rear Parking Camera, Front & Rear Parking Sensors, and All-Wheel Disc Brakes
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- ISOFIX child seat mounts for enhanced child safety
Speaking on the milestone, Varinder Wadhwa, Vice President, Sales-Service-Used Car Business, said, “At Toyota Kirloskar Motor, safety is the fundamental pillar of our product development, manufacturing process, and also our customer-first approach. The Innova HyCross embodies this commitment, delivering a mobility experience where ownership experience is just as important as performance and comfort. The 5-star Bharat NCAP rating for the Innova HyCross is a recognition of this philosophy as it assures our customers that they are not only investing in advanced and sustainable mobility but also one of the safest vehicles.
With a safety mindset, we will continue to raise the bar in making advanced safety accessible, thus strengthening trust in the Toyota brand as a pioneer in safe and reliable mobility.”
The most loved family car now Sets Safety Benchmarks
Launched in November 2022, the Innova HyCross has swiftly emerged as a benchmark in the segment, earning the trust of Indian families nationwide. With its bold SUV-inspired design, powerful self-charging hybrid electric technology, and spacious, premium interiors, the HyCross has redefined expectations in its segment. Testament to its growing popularity, the model recently surpassed the remarkable milestone of 1,35,000 units sold in India—a reflection of its strong market acceptance and customer confidence. Seamlessly blending Toyota’s globally celebrated Quality, Durability, and Reliability (QDR) with advanced features and innovation, the HyCross stands as a flagship expression of Toyota’s multi-pathway approach to sustainable mobility in India.
As India moves toward a future defined by safety, sustainability, and self-reliance, Toyota Kirloskar Motor remains deeply aligned with this national vision. The recognition under Bharat NCAP serves as both a proud milestone and a motivating force as TKM continues to develop vehicles that deliver real value—on the road and beyond.
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