Following the introduction of the new Innova HyCross, equipped with hybrid engine technology for the first time since its launch, Toyota Motor is said to be working on an electric version of the popular overseas MPV. In spy photos taken in Indonesia recently, a test mule with a closed grille was spotted testing on open roads, hinting at an Innova EV in the near future.
Spy photos, shared on social media, show the Innova with a closed grille and striking headlights in blue. Model based on the old generation Innovation Crystal. The spy shots also reveal the rear of the test mule with the Innova EV badging on the car’s C-pillar.
The spy shots also reveal that the front bumper of the test Innova also contains vertical fog lamp housings. It also has new alloy wheels and blue graphics on the sides. The interior of the Innova EV is said to be similar to the ICE version. It comes with a touchscreen infotainment system, a 3-spoke multifunction steering wheel and a similar instrument panel.
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Toyota previously introduced an Innova EV concept at the Indonesia International Motor Show in April this year. The concept version features an infotainment screen that displays information such as battery level, available range, and power output. During the introduction of the Innova EV concept, Toyota Astra Motor Indonesia said, “The Innova Electric concept was developed for research and development purposes and will be used in the future.”
Toyota currently sells the Innova worldwide with either a petrol or diesel engine. It recently introduced a hybrid version of the popular MPV for the global market as well as in India. An electric version would complete the entire package for the Japanese brand and could soon become the first MPV to offer almost any powertrain, excluding hydrogen or CNG. However, an Innova with a CNG kit is also expected to land in India soon.
Date of first publication: December 1, 2022, 10:08 AM IST
