Toyota Innova Hycross becomes the first MPV to get 5-star BNCAP safety rating
The Toyota Innova Hycross has become the first MPV to receive a 5-star safety rating from Bharat NCAP (BNCAP), the country's vehicle crash assessment programme. The Hycross also emerges as the safest three-row model tested under BNCAP to date, making it a safe choice in the MPV segment.Tested across both strong hybrid and non-hybrid variants, the Innova Hycross achieved 30.47 out of 32 points for adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 points for child occupant safety. advertisementIn adult occupant protection, the Hycross earned high marks in both frontal and side crash tests. It scored 14.147 out of 16 in the frontal offset barrier test, with good protection to the head, pelvis, and legs, though the chest protection and the driver's lower left leg were rated as 'adequate'. In the side impact tests, the vehicle scored a perfect 16 out of 16, indicating excellent resistance to deformation and effective impact absorption.
For child safety, the Hycross impressed with full marks in dynamic testing (24/24), simulating the protection levels for 18-month and 3-year-old child dummies and 12/12 for CRS (Child Restraint System) installation. It dropped minimal points in the vehicle compatibility assessment, scoring 9 out of 13, still reflecting a strong overall result.The MPV comes equipped with a comprehensive list of safety features as standard, including six airbags, ESC (Electronic Stability Control), ABS, hill-start assist, and seatbelt reminders for all three rows. Higher trims also feature ADAS technologies and a 360-degree camera, enhancing both active and passive safety capabilities.advertisementLaunched in late 2022, the Hycross blends practicality with modern design, hybrid technology, and now safety credentials. Its landmark rating is expected to influence consumer choices and raise safety expectations in the fast-growing MPV segment.The Toyota Innova Hycross is equipped with Toyota's fifth-generation self-charging strong hybrid electric system, which pairs a 2.0-litre petrol engine with an e-drive sequential shift transmission to produce a combined output of 186bhp. It boasts a claimed fuel efficiency of 21.1kmpl, offering a driving range of up to 1,097km on a full tank. The hybrid variant is said to accelerate from 0 to 100kmph in under 10 seconds. Additionally, the Hycross is also available with a 2.0-litre petrol engine mated to a direct shift CVT, generating a peak power of 174bhp.Subscribe to Auto Today Magazine- Ends
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