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Toyota to Launch Innova Hycross Facelift on November 25, New Fortuner Debut on December 1

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Toyota to Launch Innova Hycross Facelift on November 25, New Fortuner Debut on December 1

New Innova Hycross facelift launching on November 25, 2026 Next-gen Fortuner India launch in 2027

Toyota Kirloskar Motor is planning to launch two major products for the Indian and global markets within a one-week span: the official Indian market launch of the Innova Hycross facelift on November 25, 2026, followed by the global debut of the next-generation Toyota Fortuner on December 1, 2026. 


Toyota Innova Hycross Facelift: November 25 Launch


The 2027 Toyota Innova Hycross facelift will come with revised exterior styling and upgraded cabin along with a longer list of features. The updated model is likely to source features from the recently updated Indonesian-spec model.  The strong hybrid version is also likely to be upgraded to support higher ethanol blends. 


Design Changes: It is likely to get a revised front fascia, featuring a new grille and sleeker headlamps. The spy images suggest that the premium MPV could get updated alloy wheels, redesigned bumpers and revised tail-lamps. 


Interiors: Inside the cabin, the Innova Hycross facelift is likely to get a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment unit and a 12.3-inch digital instrument console. Its petrol model will have a 7-inch display. The MPV could get revised seat upholstery and new interior colour scheme. 


Engine Specs: The Innova Hycross facelift will continue to be powered by a 2.0L strong hybrid powertrain, which is likely to be modified to support higher ethanol blends. It is expected to be compliant with E30 or higher blends. The current hybrid setup offers a combined power output of 186hp and is paired with an e-CVT automatic gearbox. The upcoming flex-fuel version is likely to retain the same basic hybrid technology. 


Next-Gen Toyota Fortuner: Debut on December 1


Next-gen Fortuner debut November 1


Toyota will reveal the next-gen Fortuner on December 1, 2026 in South Africa. The SUV will be introduced in our market in early 2027. The full-sized 7-seater SUV will come with revised exterior styling, modern interior technology, and mild-hybrid diesel engine. It will continue to be based on the rugged body-on-frame platform, sharing updated underpinnings with the latest Toyota Hilux pickup truck. 


Design Details: Spy shots reveal that the next-gen Toyota Fortuner will have a more upright, commanding stance. It will have all-new front fascia, featuring a larger front grille, redesigned bumper, and a slimmer LED headlight clusters. At the back, the SUV will have a revised tailgate structure and a connected LED light bar. Other design highlights will include thick body cladding, squared wheel arches, new alloy wheels and a panoramic sunroof. 


Interiors: Inside the cabin, the SUV will her dual displays comprising a 12.3-inch floating infotainment touchscreen and a fully digital 12.3-inch driver’s instrument cluster. It will get panoramic sunroof, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, a 360-degree surround view camera, ventilated and powered front seats, multi-colour ambient lighting, and a wireless smartphone charging pad. 


LEVEL 2 ADAS: The next-gen Fortuner will receive the Toyota Safety Sense LEVEL-2 ADAS suite with features like adaptive cruise control, autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist and lade departure warning, blind spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert.


Engine Specifications: It will be powered by a 2.8-litre, 4-cylinder, turbocharged diesel engine with a 48V mild-hybrid system (Electric Motor + 48V Battery). The engine produces 201 bhp and 500 Nm of torque. Transmission choices will include a 6-speed manual and a 6-speed torque converter automatic unit. Both rear-wheel drive (4x2) and 4x4 drivetrain options will be on offer. 


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