Toyota Innova 2.5 Z Diesel 7 Seater BS III

Innova 2.5 Z Diesel 7 Seater BS III Review

Toyota has rolled out the facelifted version of the Toyota Innova and has added one more variant to its model line up. This new variant comes as a top end variant and it is christened as Toyota Innova 2.5 Z Diesel 7 Seater BS III trim and it is powered by the same 2.5-litre, turbocharged diesel motor. This engine comes with Bharat Stage III emission compliance and produces a displacement capacity of about 2494cc and unleashes a power of about 100bhp at 3600rpm, while producing 200Nm of torque at 1400rpm to 3400rpm. The company has modified the exterior design of this new trim quite exceptionally and given it a bolder look that makes it look quite alluring. The inside cabin section of this trim also received some tweaks and has been offered with dual tone leather seating upholstery. This top end variant has also been offered with a two tone key color scheme inside along with wooden finish on the central console, door panels and also on the gearshift knob. The Japanese automaker hasn't compromised on the safety aspects of this vehicle for which, it has incorporated advanced safety features like ABS, immobilizer system and many more sophisticated functions.

Exteriors :

The all new Toyota Innova 2.5 Z Diesel 7 Seater BS III trim comes with a brand new style along with a lot of chrome treatment on its body. The front facade of this vehicle has been blessed with an aggressive radiator grille which is accentuated in chrome. The company increased the size of this radiator grille for better air intake and for obtaining a fresh new look to its frontage. The design of the headlight cluster too received some tweaks but the bumper comes with a refreshing new design that grabs your attention in the first impression. Also this front bumper gets the stylish chrome lined fog lights and an air dam that refreshes the front facade. The side profile of this premium grade trim is beautified with sporty side moldings and stylish body graphics. Here the door handles have been accentuated in chrome while the ORVMs have been painted in body color. The company has fitted 15 inch stylish alloy wheels to the wheel arches that further enhances its sporty appeal. The rear profile of this MPV has been blessed with a dazzling chrome back door garnish that enhances completes the rear profile.

Interiors :

The Japanese automaker has also made few tweaks to the interior cabin section of this new Toyota Innova to make it more exciting. Coming to this Toyota Innova 2.5 Z Diesel 7 seater BS III trim, it received a dual tone interior cabin along with double color leather upholstery on the seats that gives a plush feel to the passengers. You can notice the classy wood and silver finish on the central console of the dashboard, while wooden finish has been given on the door panels and also on the gearshift knob. This will enhance the style quotient of the interior cabin, while offering a luxurious feel to all the passengers. This top end variant has been blessed with few of the exciting features including a large glove box, a cigarette lighter, back monitor camera with display, a 12V power outlet, premium floor mats, driver and passenger sun visor and various other exciting features.

Engine and Performance :

This Toyota Innova 2.5 Z Diesel 7 seater BS III is the newly introduced variant in its model series and it is powered by the same 2.5-litre, Bharat Stage III compliant engine that can produce a displacement capacity of about 2494cc . The company has designed this engine with four in-line cylinders and with a turbo charger that enables it to unleash it a peak power of about 100bhp at 3600rpm at the same time it can produce a maximum 200Nm of peak torque output in between 1400 to 3400rpm. The company has skillfully equipped this engine with a 5-speed manual transmission gearbox that releases the power to the front wheels of this MPV and produces a maximum mileage of about 12.99 Kmpl .

Braking and Handling :

Coming to the braking aspects, the new Toyota Innova 2.5 Z Diesel 7 Seater BS III trim's front wheels have been blessed with ventilated disc brakes, while its rear wheels have been assembled with leading-trailing drum brakes. This disc and drum braking mechanism has been further enhanced by an advanced Anti-lock Braking system, which is helpful in reducing the risk of skidding on the roads, when sudden brakes are applied. Apart from this, its highly responsive power steering system comes useful to handle the MPV with utmost ease in all traffic situations. On the other hand, its front axle is blessed with a double wishbone type of suspension system and the rear axle is coupled with a four link system accompanied by a lateral rod that enhances the handling aspects of this vehicle.

Comfort Features :

Toyota has rolled out the new Toyota Innova 2.5 Z Diesel 7 Seater BS III trim as the top end variant in its model series. Hence, you can expect some of the most luxurious features inside it. The company blessed this premium grade trim with a list of luxurious features including an automatic air conditioner with heater and rear ceiling AC vents, power windows with driver side auto down function, power steering system with tilt steering column, a key less entry system, back monitor camera with display, back sonar and various other exciting features. You can also find a 2-DIN music player that comes with AUX-In, USB connectivity and the controls have been given on the LCD touchscreen display and on the steering wheels. There is also a Bluetooth phone connectivity system with control buttons mounted on steering wheel.

Safety Features :

The all new Toyota Innova 2.5 Z Diesel 7 Seater BS III trim comes with advanced safety and protective functions. The company has built this MPV with GOA (global outstanding assessment) body design that enhances the protection for the passengers inside the cabin. The rest of the safety aspects are quite fascinating which includes anti-lock braking system, Driver and Passenger SRS air bags, an engine immobilizer system to restrict unauthorized access, a door ajar warning, power door locks, a seat belt warning notification and various other sophisticated functions.

Pros : Contemporary body design with bolder exteriors, interior design has been improved.

Cons : No update to engine specifications, mileage is very poor.