One of the prominent Japanese carmakers, Toyota has revealed the all-new Yaris Cross SUV. Previously, it was previewed as the Urban Cruiser icon and it will be launched first in Indonesia. However, this ASEAN spec Yaris Cross is different from its European version and the version sold in other markets.
Platform and rivals of Toyota Yaris Cross
The new Toyota Yaris Cross is based on the new DNGA platform which is a low-cost derivative of the TNGA architecture. The DNGA platform shares its underpinnings with plenty of ASEAN market cars including the Yaris sedan, Avanza MPV and Raize SUV.
Toyota has slated the Yaris Cross above the Raize SUV in its portfolio. The Yaris Cross will directly take on the Hyundai Creta in the markets such as Indonesia. The Yaris Cross boasts a length of 4,310mm, slightly surpassing that of the Creta. Its wheelbase stands at 2,620mm, outperforming the Creta by 10mm.
The exterior and interior of the Toyota Yaris Cross
The Yaris Cross SUV boasts a stylish yet familiar design including an upright forward-angle nose and wraparound headlamps. The tall bumper features a trapezoidal grille with a sleek gloss black finish. The SUV’s side profile features a clean and straightforward design, accentuated by the large wheel arches outlined with sleek black cladding. Meanwhile, the rear fascia of the SUV boasts an angular design with sharp looking LED taillights and a flat tailgate.
The interior of this SUV gets a multi-layered dashboard. The dashboard comprises the floating-type infotainment system, fully digital instrument cluster, dials and physical buttons for key functionalities of this SUV.
What’s under the hood?
Underneath the hood of this SUV lies a 1.5L 4-cylinder 2NR-VE Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine. This engine produces 104hp of power and 138nm of torque output. However, Toyota also offers a 1.5L 4-cylinder hybrid powertrain option as well.
Although, the maker hasn’t revealed the combined output, yet the petrol engine churns out 90hp and 121nm of output. Meanwhile, the electric motor of a hybrid powerplant makes 79hp and 141nm of output mated to an e-CVT gearbox.
About India launch
Although, Toyota is accentuating its joint venture with Suzuki for local manufacturing, sales and exports in India. Yet, the Yaris Cross shares a lot of elements with Daihatsu models sold in other ASEAN countries. So, it is unlikely that Toyota will introduce Yaris Cross in the Indian market.
However, Toyota already has a Creta rival in the Indian market known as the Urban Cruiser Hyryder. The Hyryder still has decent sales in the market and shares its elements with Maruti Grand Vitara. Furthermore, Toyota is gearing up to fulfil the rising demand for Innova Hycross and Innova Crysta.
Official Statement
“We are proud to have the opportunity to conduct the World Premiere All-New Yaris Cross which is the culmination of years of research, development and innovation with the aim of delivering ever-better cars that can meet the evolving demands of modern drivers. As a mobility company, Toyota always strives to be at the forefront of innovation and sets new standards regarding safety, reliability and sustainability. For urban communities who are dynamic and have an adventurous spirit, the All-New Yaris Cross provides driving performance that is fun to drive, in line with Toyota’s global vision of achieving carbon neutrality and creating new values to support customers’ future mobility,” said the Vice President Director of PT. Toyota-Astra Motor, Henry Tanoto.
“Bringing the theme Urban SUV Meets Adventure, the All-New Yaris Cross tries to bring a sense of pride to its owners by taking a unique approach that combines two youthful and fun-to-drive concepts and combines them with the reliability and toughness of a crossover. This Medium SUV combines the trend of compact and dynamic SUVs with the appeal of high-end SUVs to create a car that looks different and stands out from the crowd. At the same time, providing environmentally friendly mobility solutions for young individuals or families with an adventurous spirit with an active and dynamic lifestyle,” said Chief Engineer of the All-New Yaris Cross, Toru Uda.