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Business News/ Auto News / Toyota unveils all-new Yaris Cross SUV for ASEAN market, competes with Hyundai Creta in Indonesia
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Toyota unveils all-new Yaris Cross SUV for ASEAN market, competes with Hyundai Creta in Indonesia

Toyota's Yaris Cross is built on the DNGA platform, which serves as the foundation for various models in the ASEAN region. Its appearance differs notably from the European variant, particularly with its more conventional and boxy SUV design.

The interior of the Yaris Cross bears resemblance to various Toyota models available in international markets. (HT AUTO)Premium
The interior of the Yaris Cross bears resemblance to various Toyota models available in international markets. (HT AUTO)

Toyota has recently launched the Yaris Cross, a completely new SUV designed specifically for the ASEAN market. Unlike the European version with the same name, this SUV was created from scratch. It is not confirmed whether the SUV will be launched in India or not. However, it will compete head-on with the Hyundai Creta in the Indonesian market.

Design

Toyota's Yaris Cross is built on the DNGA platform, which serves as the foundation for various models in the ASEAN region. Its appearance differs notably from the European variant, particularly with its more conventional and boxy SUV design. The front of the vehicle has an upright stance, reminiscent of the Highlander SUV, with distinct features like a trapezium-shaped grille, sharp LED headlights, and a skid plate, enhancing its aggressive aesthetic.

With its squared wheel arches and black cladding, the Yaris Cross exhibits a subtle rugged charm. The upright stance is maintained throughout the vehicle, including the roofline design. The rear aspect appears to draw inspiration from the internationally available Corolla Cross, featuring an angular tailgate, sharp LED tail lamps, and rear bumper with integrated body cladding.

Interior

The interior of the Yaris Cross bears resemblance to various Toyota models available in international markets. It features a straightforward and functional design with an all-black color scheme and a sleek blue strip running across the dashboard. The cabin is enhanced with leatherette seats, contributing to its premium feel. However, the driver-oriented layout, characterized by a pillar design on the front passenger side of the central console, might appear somewhat incongruous in this relatively subdued SUV.

Features 

When it comes to features, the Yaris Cross offers a range of amenities. These include a prominent 10.1-inch touchscreen system, a 7-inch digital driver's display, a panoramic sunroof, ambient lighting, an electrically adjustable driver's seat, and wireless charging. Additionally, the SUV is equipped with a convenient hands-free powered tailgate.

In terms of safety, the Yaris Cross provides six airbags, an electronic parking brake with an auto hold function, hill start assist, and a blind spot monitor. It also incorporates advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) technology, utilizing radar-based features for enhanced active safety.

Powertrains

The Yaris Cross is available from Toyota with a 1.5-liter petrol engine, which can be optionally equipped with strong hybrid technology. In its non-electrified form, the engine delivers a power output of 106PS and a torque of 138Nm. On the other hand, the hybrid variant utilizes an electric motor that generates up to 112PS, coupled with an e-CVT gearbox. The petrol option offers the flexibility of either a five-speed manual transmission or a CVT.

 

 

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Published: 17 May 2023, 03:33 PM IST
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