Five changes from Indonesia's Innova Zenix that may reach the Innova Hycross facelift

The facelift version of Toyota's Innova Hycross is likely to arrive in the Indian market soon. It is expected to be launched in India on November 26. Meanwhile, Toyota has introduced some new changes in the Innova Zenix sold in Indonesia. Five of these updates may also be offered in the Indian model. The new MPV is in the spotlight because of its digital instrument cluster, connected car features and hybrid technology.

The first change is the digital instrument cluster. The Indonesian Innova Zenix gets a full 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. The Indian Innova Hycross currently has a 7-inch driver display. The new digital screen would show the driver vehicle information in a more modern way. It may offer a choice of 4 themes, with 3 layouts in each theme.

The second change is in connected car features, whose scope has been widened in the new model. Fuel level, average fuel consumption and odometer information can be viewed through dashboard status. Features such as driver monitor, E-Care, geofencing, time fencing and speed alert are also available in the Indonesian model. Some of these facilities are likely to come to the Indian version.

The third change concerns the power window buttons and the electric mirror switch. Toyota has changed the design of both in the Innova Zenix. These changes have been made to make cabin use easier. If the Indian facelift gets these updates, the interior could get a fresh look.

The fourth change is a dashcam. The Indonesian model has dashcams at both the front and the rear. The surroundings can be recorded continuously while driving. The feature could prove useful for safety. Whether it will come to the Indian model remains to be seen.

The fifth change is in the battery. Toyota has used a nickel-based lithium-ion traction battery. The company has not given technical details of the battery. An improvement in energy efficiency or energy storage capacity is possible. It is also being suggested that the Indian Innova Hycross may get a flex-fuel hybrid powertrain option. The new model is therefore expected to see changes in technology as well as design.