Toyota Innova Crysta Diesel

Toyota Innova Crysta is available with diesel and petrol engine options mated to a five-speed manual gearbox and six-speed automatic unit. The interior is equipped with vital features like 4.2 inch TFT Multi Information Display, 7 inch touch-screen system with DVD player, dedicated AC vents for second and third row. Currently, Innova Crysta variants are available as GX, GX Automatic, VX, ZX and ZX Automatic, VX Automatic and Touring Sport combined with VX, ZX in both petrol and diesel variant. Toyota Innova Crysta comes in 6 different colours - Avant Garde Bronze, Garnet Red, Grey, Silver, Super White and White Pearl Crystal Shine.

Toyota Innova Crysta measures 4735 mm in length, 1830 mm in width, 1795 mm in height and a wheelbase of 2750 mm. The headlights are projector units with an addition of DRLs in this new version. The sloping roof cuts into the visibility of the third row and the wrap around thick D-pillar add glimpse to it. The rear profile overall remains same as before but gets a spoiler and the boomerang tail lamps. The prominent shoulder line and lower rear bumper along with the boxy shape makes it looks butch. The side profile is familiar to the preceding model, although the tapering window frame lends a modish flair to it. The 17 inch wheels are tucked under the muscular fenders.

The interior of Innova Crysta is all-black except for the top-spec automatic variant which gets tan coloured upholstery. The cabin comes packed with features including power windows, automatic climate control, a new touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, Bluetooth connectivity, USB and aux-in. The twin-pod instrument cluster is new and blue-lit with a multi-function display. Automatic climate control system with a blower for rear passengers completes the interior. First and second rows are spacious, but third row can accommodate two adults easily leaving less room for the third occupant. Innova Crysta gets disc brakes up front. The projector headlamps provide adequate illumination without causing glares. Features like eight way power adjustable driver seat and passenger seat easy slide are available on the top-of-the-line variants. Vital features aboard include smart entry system, tilt & telescopic power steering, wireless door lock, speed sensing door lock and cruise control.

The well-proven performance of Innova Crysta is further enhanced with superior drive quality along with advanced technology, such as vehicle stability control and hill-start assist control. The quick response of the engine, smooth change of gear ratios and the improved suspension quality assure high-speed drivability and comfort for the occupants. The 2.4 litre GD diesel unit is claimed to return 15.5 kmpl and fuel economy for 2.8 litre diesel engine is rated at 15.2 kmpl. Toyota recently added a 6-speed manual transmission in the base diesel variant of Innova Touring Sport along with new goodies in its entire lineup.

The braking system of Innova Crysta has front disc brakes and rear drum brakes with anti-lock braking system as standard in all variants. The top-end variant ZX has front side and curtain airbags as additional safety features for the occupants. Innova Crysta range gets three airbags including driver airbag, co-passenger airbag and a knee-bag as well. Vehicle stability control and hill start assist control are available only on the range topping variants. Other safety features that are also available in Innova Crysta include seat belts in front and rear, child restraint system, back monitor, clearance and back sonar, seat belt warning, door ajar warning and immobilizer. The automatic variants get hill-assist and ESP as well.

Toyota Innova Crysta is available with two diesel mills. The 2.4 litre diesel unit produces 147 BHP and 360 Nm of torque while mated to a five-speed manual gearbox. The 2.8 litre mill develops 174 BHP of power at 3400 rpm and 360 Nm of torque mated to an automatic gearbox. Innova Crysta is powered with 2.7 litre petrol engine with dual VVT-i technology. This engine has a maximum power of 166 BHP at 5200 rpm and a peak torque of 245 Nm at 4000 rpm. Transmission options include both 5-speed Manual and 6-speed Automatic units. Currently, Innova Crysta is on sale with two diesel engines - 2.4litre and 2.8 litre, which produce 146.9 BHP and 174.5 BHP, respectively.