It took the thieves approximately 7 minutes to do the job. The vehicle was loaded with goods worth Rs. 3.5 lakhs which I was to carry early next morning to Gurgaon.

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My Innova Crysta ZX - Diesel Auto (2016) was stolen from my house at a gated South Delhi colony. It took the thieves approximately 7 minutes to do the job. The vehicle was loaded with goods worth Rs. 3.5 lakhs which I was to carry early next morning to Gurgaon.

Curiously, the guards at the colony gate failed to make note of the entry or exit of my vehicle. The theft occurred at around 12:57 AM. We noticed the vehicle missing at about 5:50 AM, Police emergency number was called at 6:00 AM. They came at around 6:30 AM. FIR was lodged and a wireless broadcast was made at 9:30 AM after repeated request to do so as soon as possible.

I always was in the misconception that gizmo loaded electronic vehicles with immobilizer and push start were difficult to steal but it took them just a few minutes. It is a self-driven vehicle and I never parted with the keys.

This post is a request to others to be careful. I learnt my lessons in the most expensive way. Geofencing, GPS, various Locks and faraday pouch are all essentials and please do your best to protect your vehicle. Otherwise, being stranded is a pain, losing money is a pain, suddenly having to buy a new vehicle is a pain, police are a pain, RTO is a pain, financing bank is a pain and insurance is a pain.

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The Innova Crysta facelift is available in three variants - GX, VX and ZX.

Toyota has launched the Innova Crysta facelift in India. The MPV is available in three variants - GX, VX and ZX and prices range from Rs. 16.26 lakh to Rs. 24.33 lakh (ex-showroom, India). Prices are the same across the country except Kerala.

The refreshed Innova Crysta gets an imposing trapezoidal grille finished in piano black. The redesigned front bumper has triangular pods which house the turn indicators. The MPV also gets new diamond-cut alloy wheels and is available in a new Sparkling Black Crystal Shine exterior colour.

On the interior, the ZX variant gets optional Camel Tan upholstery. The MPV comes with a larger Smart Playcast touchscreen infotainment head-unit that is compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It also has features such as real-time vehicle tracking, geo-fencing and last parked location.

In terms of safety features, the Innova Crysta comes equipped with 7 airbags, Vehicle Stability control and Hill Start Assist. A new addition is the front clearance sonar with MID indication.

Highlights of the Innova Crysta facelift:

• Trapezoidal Piano Black Grille with Chrome Surround
• Redesigned front bumper
• Diamond-cut alloy wheels
• Front clearance sonar (with MID Indication)
• Camel Tan upholstery (ZX variant)
• Smart Playcast touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

The Innova Crysta facelift is available with the same engines as before. These include a 2.4-litre diesel producing 148 HP and 360 Nm as well as a 2.7-litre petrol that puts out 164 BHP and 245 Nm. Both engines come with a choice of a 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmission.

The test car was a pre-facelift version equipped with 2 airbags.

The 2020 Toyota Innova has been awarded a 5-star safety rating by the ASEAN NCAP.

The Innova scored 45.90 points for adult occupant protection, 21.51 points for child occupant protection and 15.28 points for Safety Assist Tests, for a total score of 82.69 points.

In the ASEAN markets, the Innova is offered with a 2.0-litre petrol engine that produces 137 BHP and 183 Nm. The pre-facelift version of the Innova was used for the crash tests. The test car was equipped with 2 airbags, ABS with EBD and ESP as well as seat belt reminders for the front seats.

In India, the Innova Crysta is available with 2.7-litre petrol and 2.4-litre diesel engine options. In terms of safety equipment, the car sold in India comes with 3 airbags as standard.

Earlier this month, ASEAN NCAP had also released the crash test report for the 2021 Toyota Fortuner.

The brochures of the Toyota Innova Crysta facelift and the Innova Touring Sport have been leaked.

The brochures of the Toyota Innova Crysta facelift and the Toyota Innova Touring Sport facelift have been leaked.

The Innova Crysta facelift gets a redesigned front fascia with a chrome frame. While the shape of the headlamp clusters seems unchanged, it gets new internals. The front bumper has also been redesigned. The MPV rides on 16-inch alloy wheels. At the rear, the car gets L-shaped tail lamp clusters just like the current model. However, the internals have been updated. On the inside, it comes with an air purifier, ambient lighting, captain seats, a 9-inch touchscreen head unit, and rear-seat entertainment. Safety features include rear-view camera, dual airbags, curtain airbags, knee airbags, and side airbags. It also gets vehicle stability control and hill start assist.

The Touring Sport variant gets new front and rear bumpers, 17-inch alloy wheels, LED fog lamps and rear spoiler.

In international markets, the Innova will be offered in 6 airbags.

The Innova Crysta facelift has been spotted next to the current Innova.

Thanks to BHPian CEF_Beasts for sharing this with other enthusiasts.

2007 Innova completes 10 lakh kilometers.

A 13-year old Toyota Innova has crossed the 10-lakh km milestone. The car has done, on an average, more than 76,000 km every year.

A poster shared by Anaamalais Toyota contains a picture of the car and its odometer. Surprisingly, it is a privately owned (single owner) vehicle and not a taxi. In the last 13 years, the car must have undergone 100 oil changes and 6 timing belt replacements.

The 2007 Innova is powered by a 2.5L diesel engine rated at 102 BHP and 200 Nm. It is paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.

Thanks to BHPian CEF_Beasts for sharing this with other enthusiasts.

The first images of the Toyota Innova Crysta CNG have surfaced online. The car was spotted in Gurgaon.

The test car looks identical to the regular Innova Crysta. It has a CNG window sticker and the badging suggests that it has a 2.7-litre, petrol engine under the bonnet. Toyota could offer the CNG option in G trim.

The BS6 compliant 2.7-litre petrol engine produces 164 BHP @ 5,200 rpm and 245 Nm @ 4,000 rpm. The engine is mated to either a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The CNG variant could use the 5-speed manual gearbox. When running on CNG, the engine output is expected to be slightly lower.

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Toyota has silently introduced the Innova Crysta BS6. Prices start at Rs. 16.14 lakh (ex-showroom).

The MPV is available with a BS6 compliant 2.4-litre diesel engine only and comes with either a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The 2.8-litre diesel unit is no longer available in the Innova Crysta.

Toyota might introduce the BS6 compliant 2.8-litre diesel engine in the Innova Crysta at a later date. However, there is also a chance that the 2.8-litre motor might be exclusive to the Fortuner.

Thanks to Meghashree S B for sending this information in. Heartfelt gratitude for sharing it with other enthusiasts via this Team-BHP page!

Toyota dealers have started accepting bookings for the BS6 compliant Innova Crysta. However, BS6 vehicles will only be delivered by the end of January 2020.

We are told that dealers are not sure about the exact price and engine specs of the BS6 cars. Prices are likely to go up in the new year. The overall output of the upgraded engines is also expected to change.

Depending on the availability of stock, dealerships are also offering BS4 vehicles.

At present, the Innova Crysta is available with BS4 compliant petrol and diesel engines. These include a 2.7-litre, 4-cylinder, petrol engine that makes 164 BHP and 245 Nm as well as a 2.4-litre diesel unit that puts out 148 BHP and 343 Nm and a 2.8-litre, 4-cylinder diesel that produces 172 BHP and 360 Nm. Transmission options include 5-speed manual and 6-speed automatic.

Think of it as a 70 kg boxer fighting a 90 kg one. Oxford says:

Punch above one's weight = engage in an activity or contest perceived as being beyond one's abilities.

The list of overpriced cars in India runs long. However, what about special cars that offer more than you'd expect for the asking $$$? Surely, there are a couple of such gems in India. Here is GTO's list.

BHPians: Please add to this list with cars which you think punch above their weight!

Tata Nexon

5-star crash test rating in the NCAP - need I say anymore? It's also got nice engines (love that diesel) and is well-priced. Not for nothing is this Tata's 2nd best-selling car today.

Skoda Superb

If you are chauffeur-driven and don't want to spend E-Class / 5-Series money for cruising in luxury, look no further than the Superb. Not only does it match sedans costing TWICE as much in comfort, but it also comprehensively beats some of its own siblings (from Audi). Classy, comfy, solid, well-equipped.

Kia Seltos

A well-engineered all-rounder that has taken India by storm. A truly premium product that offers an experience matching far more expensive cars. That's precisely why it's consistently selling 10,000+ units / month in a damp market. My sister said that her 50-lakh rupee Land Rover Freelander felt grossly overpriced, after sitting in the Seltos (I agree). This is India's best-selling SUV.

Toyota Innova 2.8 Automatic

Is the Innova expensive? You bet. Still, there is nothing that touches it in terms of practicality, durability & comfort (just ask the industrialists who use its captain seats). Plus, the Crysta 2.8L Automatic has blurred the line between premium MPV & SUV (well, at least the FWD ones).

Skoda Octavia

The definition of VFM! The Octavia 1.8 / 2.0 easily meet or beat the C-Class, 3-Series & A4 in most important areas. Bring in the vRS variant and you are talking about outperforming far more expensive cars from far higher price points.

Ford Endeavour 3.2L

One of my favourite cars on sale in India. A BHPian who owns a Discovery & this Ford said "I cannot understand how the Endeavour offers 90% of the Discovery at 50% of the cost". The Endeavour 3.2 AT is a terrific all-rounder that matches so many SUVs costing 70-lakh rupees or more. No wonder it's selling a consistent ~600 units every month, despite its age, the Ford brand and a tough market.

Tata Hexa

The Hexa might be a flop, but it is one heck of a UV with its magic carpet ride, solid build, classy styling, brilliant automatic gearbox, AWD, spacious cabin and impressive kit (including safety equipment). In terms of product, Tata got this bang on!

Toyota Camry Hybrid

Surprised? You won't be after driving it. IMHO, the 2019 Camry is a Lexus with a "T" badge (it was usually the other way around for the Lexus ES). Yes, it's moved the game that much forward. Just like the Skoda Superb, the Camry delivers comfort levels & tech (including a proper hybrid) that meet or beat the 70-lakh rupee Germans. Heck, it's almost the same car as the Lexus ES at a significantly lower price point.

Skoda Kodiaq

Is the Kodiaq overpriced by 5 lakhs? You bet. When I mentioned this to a senior Skoda official, his response was "tell me something I don't know" ! But it still sells. You know why? Because the car is an a-w-e-s-o-m-e package. Despite its plain styling & strictly "adequate" power, the overall product screams "proper luxury SUV". The Skoda dude told me that he is offering a 70-lakh rupee SUV for 35 lakhs. After taking one on a highway trip, I couldn't agree more. Build + space + intelligence + features + gearbox + road manners + safety are all fantastic.

P.S. Would have loved to include the Abarth Punto here for the sheer performance on tap, but it's (sadly) not had a single factory dispatch since April 2019. Hence, RIP.

P.P.S. Skoda is the only manufacturer to have 3 cars on this list! Says a lot...

Thanks to Kiran Lokhande for sending this information in. Heartfelt gratitude for sharing it with other enthusiasts via this Team-BHP page! 

Toyota has silently introduced a new entry-level variant of the Innova Crysta called the G Plus. It is only available on the diesel version and in both 7 as well 8 seat configurations, priced at Rs. 15.57 lakh and Rs. 15.62 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi).

While the new variant has been listed in the price list, Toyota is yet to update its website and brochure. Therefore, the list of standard features offered on the G Plus variant is currently unknown. Having said that, it could get halogen headlamps, air-conditioning, seats with fabric upholstery, power steering, power windows and other basic features. Front airbags, ABS with EBD, rear parking sensors and seat belt reminder are likely to be offered as standard.

Given the fact that the G Plus is the entry-level trim, it is likely to be powered by the 2.4-litre, 4-cylinder diesel engine which produces 148 BHP @ 3,400 rpm and 343 Nm of torque @ 1,400-2,800 rpm. The engine is expected to be paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.