Toyota has again bolstered its presence in India’s premium MPV space with the Innova Hycross scoring a great 5-star safety rating under Bharat NCAP. This is a significant point of note for safe, spacious, and new-age customers who seek these qualities. Under tests conducted under Bharat NCAP norms, the Innova Hycross proved to be exceptionally safe with its robust hybrid electric models such as the VX8S SHEV and ZX7S SHEV. These findings emphasize Toyota’s commitment to delivering best-in-class safety without sacrificing fuel efficiency or comfort.
Crash Test Performance
The Bharat NCAP report verifies the Innova Hycross was awarded 30.47 out of 32 for Adult Occupant Protection. This superior rating is a testament to the robust structural layout of the vehicle, where there is a minimal chance of a serious injury for passengers. In frontal offset crash tests, it scored 14.47 out of 16, indicating the strength of the front structure when being impacted.
In side-impact
The Hycross scored a spotless 16 out of 16, continuing its evidence of robust side-impact safety. In Child Occupant Protection, the car scored 45 out of 49 points, including a perfect 24 out of 24 in dynamic testing. Gracing the booster seats and ISOFIX anchor points, children are secure even during violent crashes. Bharat NCAP liked the way the Innova Hycross minimized forward head translation and chest movement for child occupants.
Safety Features of Innova Hycross
Toyota has provided this MPV with sophisticated safety features to complement these outstanding crash performances. These include 3-point seatbelts as standard for all seats, 6 airbags including curtain protection, Electronic Stability Control, and pedestrian protection technology. The vehicle also comes with ISOFIX child seat mounts, rear parking sensor technology, and a full passenger seatbelt reminder. All these combined provide utmost safety to families and groups of people on board the vehicle.
Why Bharat NCAP 5-Star is Important
This 5-star Bharat NCAP rating matters for India, where consumers are increasingly becoming conscious about vehicle safety. With Innova Hycross already a popular choice among family owners and fleet operators for its hybrid powertrain and spacious 7- and 8-seater configuration, this fresh rating will only take its popularity to even greater heights. The rating establishes a benchmark for other MPVs and big SUVs in India and indicates that Toyota’s dedication to high safety standards does not apply only to international markets but also extends to India.