Toyota Innova

Infobox Automobile


name = Toyota Innova
manufacturer = Toyota Astra Motor
assembly = Indonesia
production = 2004—present
predecessor = Toyota Kijang / Revo
successor =
class = MPV
platform = N-series
body_style = 5-door MPV
engine = 2.0 & 2.7 liter gasoline (VVT-i),
2KD-FTV 2.5 liter Diesel (D4-D)
transmission = Manual and Automatic
length = Auto mm|4555|1
width = Auto mm|1770|1
height = Auto mm|1750|1
weight = Auto kg|2240|0
wheelbase = Auto mm|2750|1
aka =
fuel_economy =
fuel_capacity=
related = Toyota Fortuner
Toyota Hilux Vigo
Toyota Kijang Innova
similar = Kia Carnival
Hyundai Trajet
Chevrolet Tavera
designer =

The Toyota Innova is an Indonesian designed MPV i.e. being less than convert|4600|mm|in|1|abbr=on in length as per the European system of size classification, produced in Indonesia under supervision by Toyota Astra Motor since 2003. As with Toyota Kijang, which it replaced, the Toyota Innova is produced and first marketed in 2003 in Indonesia. Toyota Innova is part of Toyota's IMV program together with Hilux Vigo pickup truck and Fortuner PPV. The official name in Indonesia is Toyota Kijang Innova, while for other countries is just Innova.

Powering the Innova is either 2.0 liter Convert|136|hp|kW|0|abbr=on 1TR-FE VVT-i, 2.7 liter 2TR-FE VVT-i gasoline, or 2.5 liter Convert|102|hp|kW|0|abbr=on 2KD-FTV D4-D common rail variable geometry turbocharger Diesel engine. Trim levels are J, E, G, and V. The 2.7 liter is only for V with automatic transmission.It features a live rear axle and it is of front engined rear wheel drive configuration. Newly added V variant adds ABS, leather seats and captain chairs.

The Innova is also sold in India (replacing Toyota Qualis), Malaysia (replacing Toyota Unser), the Philippines (replacing Toyota Revo), Taiwan (replacing outdated Toyota Zace surf), and Thailand. Unlike some of the Innova's competition, such as the TATA Sumo Grande and the Chevrolet Tavera, the Innova looks more like a minivan — in fact, its styling can be said to be similar to Toyota's other MPV offerings, namely the USDM Toyota Sienna and the Toyota Previa. In addition the Innova was designed to be affordable and not expensive as the other MPVs in India. The Toyota Innova is also available in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Vietnam.

The Innova is the Philippines' best selling vehicle, surpassing its rivals Mitsubishi Adventure and Isuzu Hi-Lander in total sales having 10,544 units sold. Having variants of "J", the base model, "G & E", the middle level ,and "V", the high end model. It is the perennal choice of families, businessmen, and even used as taxicab by the Ninoy Aquino International Airport's coupon taxi companies.

Engine

It has new engine, different from the older Kijang gasoline engine. Unfortunately, the new engine gives more power (2000 cc) but a liter of petrol (1 liter = 1000 ml) only fit for 7-8 kilometres (1 miles = 1.6 kilometres, 1 kilometres = 1000 metres). But after the minor change in 2007, the engine is now equipped with close loop combustion system, and based from Auto Bild Indonesia test, the consumption of petrol is 1 litre can fit for 11-12 kilometres. A powerful 2.7 petrol engine is also available, tuned to pump out more than 170 bhp featured in the Toyota Venza It available in US also

Editions

E

E version is the most basic edition of Innova. It has manual keys (no remote control), no rear wiper, no foglamps. It only has standard tape (cassete with manual tuner), and only have 2 speakers (on the front only). It's the cheapest, and sold around 160 million rupiahs (about US$ 18,000).

G

The G version has enhanced features like wing mirrors, door handles, moulding and back door garnish in chrome; and wood grain finishing at the center console and door switch base. The meter combination features Optitron illumination with a rheostat. Other elements include a Multi Information Display, dual air-conditioner with Automatic Climate Control, a DC power outlet, ABS and SRS airbags.

V

The V version is the top version and has ABS and SRS Bags for improved safety, fog lamps for good visibility in fog, 2 DIN audio system with 6 speakers and alloy wheels. It even has chrome finish rear view mirror and handles. It costs nearly INR 10,79,500.

Facelift

Facelifted Toyota Innovas have been spotted on test in Indonesia. The updated Innova will feature minor styling changes to the front and rear. [ [http://paultan.org/archives/2008/08/03/toyota-innova-facelift-on-test-in-indonesia/ Toyota Innova facelift on test in Indonesia] ]

References

External links

* [http://www.toyota.astra.co.id/cars/index.php?Model=Kijang%20Innova Official Toyota Innova page (Indonesia)]
* [http://groups.yahoo.com/group/innovacommunity Innova Community (Indonesia)]
* [http://www.toyotabharat.com/inen/cars/innova/index.asp Official Toyota Innova page (India)]
* [http://www.indiacar.com/buyrev1_variant.asp?variantof=Innova All Variants of Toyota Innova]
* [http://www.carazoo.com/toyota/toyota_innova.jsp Toyota Innova India in detail at Carazoo.com]
* [http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/Toyota_Innova_India/ Toyota Innova User Group(India)]
* [http://www.toyota.com.tw/2F_vehicle/vehicle_index.asp?CARSID=12 Official Toyota Innova page (Taiwan)]
* [http://www.innova.com.my/ Official Toyota Innova page (Malaysia)]
* [http://www.toyota.co.th/th/models/innova/innova2007_home.htm Official Toyota Innova page (Thailand)]
* [http://www.toyota.com.ph/showroom/innova/index.html Official Toyota Innova page (Philippines)]
* [http://www.infibeam.com/static/dcdesign/toyota-innova-designer-car.html Toyota Innova Modified Designer Car by DC Design - Infibeam.com]
* [http://www.innovaclub.net Toyota Innova Club(Thailand)]