Toyota: News
Toyota is a Japanese multinational automobile manufacturer with its headquarters based in Toyota City, Japan. It comes under the Toyota Motors Corporation alongside Lexus, Hino, Ranz, and Daihatsu brands. It produced its first vehicles, the A1 passenger car and the G1 truck in 1935 under Kiichiro Toyoda, founder Sakichi Toyoda’s son. It was later incorporated as an independent company in 1937. At present, it is one of the world’s largest companies in hybrid automobile sales and reportedly the first to produce a hybrid electric car, called the Toyota Prius, in 1997. Its current Indian portfolio includes SUVs like Urban Cruiser, Fortuner, Yaris, Glanza, MPV like Innova Crysta, and hybrids like Vellfire and Camry.
21 Jun 2023
Toyota Vellfire2024 Toyota Alphard, Vellfire minivans go official: Check features
Japanese automaker Toyota has revealed its fourth-generation Alphard and Vellfire minivans. They can be bought outright or owned through a subscription service in the global markets.
16 Jun 2023
Toyota Innova HycrossToyota Innova Hycross has nearly 2-year-long waiting period: Check alternatives
Toyota introduced the Innova Hycross as its first-ever mass-market hybrid MPV in November last year.
12 Jun 2023
Maruti SuzukiMaruti Suzuki Engage MPV spotted testing: Check design features
Maruti Suzuki's Engage MPV will break cover in India on July 5. It will be built at Toyota's factory in Bidadi, Karnataka.
09 Jun 2023
Mercedes-BenzIs Mercedes-Benz G-Class (G400d) better than Toyota Land Cruiser 300
Mercedes-Benz has launched an India-specific G-Class (G400d) variant with a price tag of Rs. 2.55 crore (ex-showroom). The model replaces the G350f trim in the brand's line-up and is offered in two trims: Adventure Edition and AMG Line.
05 Jun 2023
LexusLexus LBX is brand's smallest crossover SUV: Check top features
Toyota-owned luxury brand Lexus has revealed its LBX crossover. It is the firm's new entry-level model, positioned beneath the UX and will replace the CT hatchback.
30 May 2023
Toyota Vellfire2023 Toyota Vellfire in the works: What to expect
The next-generation Toyota Vellfire has been previewed in spy shots, ahead of its global debut, which will take place in the near future.
23 May 2023
Tata Motors LtdTata Altroz iCNG v/s Toyota Glanza CNG: Which is better
The Tata Altroz hatchback has received a CNG version in India. It is available in six trims with prices starting at Rs. 7.55 lakh.
14 May 2023
LexusHow data of over 2 million Toyota customers got leaked
Toyota, along with its luxury car division Lexus, has compromised the data of over two million car owners in Japan.
09 May 2023
SUV CarsShould the world's bestselling car be launched in India
Toyota has a winner on its hands. Its RAV4 SUV emerged as the highest-selling passenger car last year, retailing over a million units worldwide.
04 May 2023
Toyota Urban Cruiser HyryderToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder becomes costlier: Check alternatives
Japanese carmaker Toyota has increased the prices of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder in India for the second time this year.
27 Apr 2023
Maruti SuzukiWhat to expect from Toyota Innova Hycross-based Maruti Suzuki MPV
Maruti Suzuki is gearing up to reveal the Toyota Innova Hycross-based MPV in India in the coming months. Once launched, it will be the second petrol-hybrid model on our shores for the homegrown automaker.
19 Apr 2023
Latest automobilesToyota bZ Sport Crossover, bZ FlexSpace concepts debut: Check features
Japanese automaker Toyota has showcased its bZ Sport Crossover and bZ FlexSpace concept cars at the 2023 Auto Shanghai expo in China.
27 Mar 2023
Upcoming CarsWhat to expect from Maruti Suzuki Fronx-based Toyota Taisor coupe-SUV
Toyota is gearing up to introduce a new Fronx-based coupe-SUV, the Taisor in India. It will further strengthen the strategic partnership between the Japanese giant and homegrown carmaker Maruti Suzuki.
14 Mar 2023
Toyota Innova CrystaIs entry-level Toyota Innova Crysta better than top-end Kia Carens
The 2023 Toyota Innova Crysta was revealed in India this January and should be launched soon.
08 Mar 2023
Maruti SuzukiHow did leading carmakers perform in India in February 2023
While Maruti Suzuki and Hyundai have been leaders in small and mid-size car segments in India in recent years, the market shares of the two automotive giants have dipped in February 2023, as per the Federation of Automobile Dealers Associations (FADA).
02 Mar 2023
Toyota Innova HycrossCheck alternative MPVs as Toyota Innova Hycross receives hefty price-hike
Japanese automotive giant Toyota has increased the prices of its first-ever mass-market hybrid MPV, the Innova Hycross, in India within three months of its launch.
17 Feb 2023
Upcoming CarsToyota working on a longer-wheelbase Corolla Cross SUV for India
Japanese auto giant Toyota is working on a longer-wheelbase Corolla Cross for the Indian market. The company is slowly expanding its SUV portfolio on our shores.
09 Feb 2023
Latest Cars2024 Toyota Grand Highlander breaks cover with hybrid powertrain options
Japanese automaker Toyota has taken the wraps off the 2024 version of the Grand Highlander for the global market.
04 Feb 2023
Toyota Urban Cruiser HyryderToyota Urban-Cruiser Hyryder gets Rs. 50,000 price-hike: Check alternative SUVs
Japanese carmaker Toyota has increased the prices of its first-ever mass-market strong hybrid model, the Urban Cruiser Hyryder in the Indian market by up to Rs. 50,000. The SUV now starts at Rs. 15.61 lakh (ex-showroom).
01 Feb 2023
CitroenThese cars will debut in India in February 2023
February is the shortest month of the year. However, make no mistake as a slew of cars will make their way to showrooms in the next 28 days.
30 Jan 2023
Toyota Urban Cruiser HyryderToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder CNG launched at Rs. 13.2 lakh
Japanese automaker Toyota has introduced the CNG version of its Urban Cruiser Hyryder car in India. It is available in S and G variants, and the price starts at Rs. 13.23 lakh.
29 Jan 2023
Toyota Innova HycrossDeliveries of the Toyota Innova Hycross hybrid start in India
Japanese automaker Toyota has delivered the first unit of its Innova Hycross MPV's hybrid variant in India.
29 Jan 2023
Toyota Innova CrystaToyota Innova Crysta v/s MG Hector Plus: Which is better?
Toyota has re-introduced the Innova Crysta in the Indian market after a small hiatus. The popular MPV will now be offered in a diesel-only avatar.
27 Jan 2023
Toyota Innova CrystaToyota Innova Crysta makes a comeback in diesel-only avatar
After a small hiatus, Toyota Innova Crysta has made a comeback in the Indian market, albeit in a diesel-only avatar. Order books for the popular MPV are now open against a token amount of Rs. 50,000.
24 Jan 2023
Maruti SuzukiMaruti-Suzuki Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder recalled once again
Maruti Suzuki and Toyota have recalled 11,177 units of Grand Vitara and 4,026 units of Urban Cruiser Hyryder models, respectively in India.
20 Jan 2023
Toyota GlanzaAfter Maruti-Suzuki, Toyota recalls Glanza and Urban Cruiser Hyryder cars
Japanese automotive giant Toyota has issued a recall for 1,400 units of the Glanza and Urban Cruiser Hyryder models in India.
03 Jan 2023
Upcoming CarsAuto Expo 2023: Toyota to showcase GR Corolla performance hatchback
Japanese automaker Toyota will showcase the GR Corolla hatchback at the Auto Expo 2023 in India. A timeline for its launch here is not available yet.
02 Jan 2023
Toyota Kirloskar MotorToyota achieves decade-best sales in 2022; 1,60,357 units retailed
Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) ended the year 2022 on a positive note.
31 Dec 2022
Toyota Land CruiserToyota Land Cruiser v/s Mercedes-Maybach GLS 600: Which is better?
Toyota has launched the Land Cruiser LC300 in India with a price tag of Rs. 2.1 crore (ex-showroom). The full-size SUV is the most expensive and luxurious model for the brand on our shores.
30 Dec 2022
Toyota Land CruiserTop 5 features of 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser LC300
Japanese marque Toyota has launched its flagship SUV, the 2022 Land Cruiser LC300 in India with a price tag of Rs. 2.1 crore (ex-showroom).
30 Dec 2022
Toyota Innova HycrossToyota Innova Hycross v/s Mahindra XUV700: Which is better?
The market for rugged and reliable people-movers in India has been taken by storm with the launch of the highly-awaited Toyota Innova Hycross. The four-wheeler offers a spacious seven-seater cabin with ADAS functions and capable hybrid powertrain options.
29 Dec 2022
Toyota Land CruiserToyota Land Cruiser LC300 launched at Rs. 2.1 crore
Japanese auto giant Toyota has launched its flagship SUV, the Land Cruiser LC300 in India with a sticker price tag of Rs. 2.1 crore (ex-showroom).
27 Dec 2022
Pakistan NewsSuzuki to shut down production in Pakistan in January 2023
The woes of the automobile industry in Pakistan continue unabated.
26 Dec 2022
Toyota GlanzaTop 5 cars launched in 2022 under Rs. 15 lakh
The year 2022 has been a busy one for the automotive industry in India.
23 Dec 2022
LexusFifth-generation Lexus RX to be unveiled at Auto Expo 2023
Japanese automaker Lexus is gearing up to steal the spotlight at the Auto Expo 2023 next month in India.
19 Dec 2022
AutoToyota chief raises concerns over the future of EVs
Toyota Motor Corp's CEO, Akio Toyoda, has voiced his concerns about Electric Vehicles.
11 Dec 2022
SUV CarsPrior to debut in February, Toyota Grand Highlander SUV teased
Japanese carmaker Toyota is planning to expand its portfolio in the US market with the upcoming Grand Highlander. The SUV will be positioned between Highlander and Sequoia models.
07 Dec 2022
BMWBMW, Maruti Suzuki, Toyota to launch new cars this month
Automakers in India are planning to end the year with a bang.
06 Dec 2022
Toyota Urban Cruiser HyryderToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder SUV recalled over issue with seatbelts
Japanese automaker Toyota has recalled 994 units of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder in India over a possible fault in the seatbelt shoulder height adjuster, which might cause disassembly.
06 Dec 2022
AutoToyota C-HR Prologue concept debuts with aggressive looks: Check features
Japanese automaker Toyota has showcased its C-HR Prologue concept crossover. It will arrive in Europe in production guise soon.
05 Dec 2022
Electric CarsToyota bZ compact SUV concept showcased; launch by 2026
Japanese automaker Toyota has showcased its bZ compact SUV concept at Kenshiki Forum in Belgium. It should debut in Europe by 2026.
05 Dec 2022
Maruti Suzuki#AutoBytes: Top CNG-powered cars in India under Rs. 15 lakh
CNG-powered vehicles have become quite popular in India in recent years, given the ever-rising cost of petrol and diesel.
01 Dec 2022
Toyota Innova HycrossToyota Innova Crysta v/s Toyota Innova Hycross: Which is better?
Toyota Innova Hycross is the newest offering from the Japanese automaker in the Indian market. It is the first mass-market petrol-hybrid MPV on our shores.
30 Nov 2022
Toyota Innova HycrossToyota Innova Hycross: Which variant offers the best value?
The highly-awaited Toyota Innova Hycross has finally made its way to India. The petrol-hybrid MPV starts a new chapter for the Japanese automaker on our shores.
30 Nov 2022
BengaluruToyota Kirloskar Motor Vice Chairman Vikram Kirloskar dies at 64
Vikram Kirloskar, a well-known industrialist and Vice Chairman of Toyota Kirloskar Motor passed away on Tuesday. He was 64.
30 Nov 2022
New Auto Launches2023 Toyota Aqua GR Sport goes official: Check features
Toyota has introduced the 2023 GR Sport iteration of the Aqua for the Japanese market, with a price tag of 2,595,000 yen (approximately Rs. 15.26 lakh).
28 Nov 2022
Toyota Innova HycrossToyota Innova Hycross v/s Mahindra Scorpio-N: Which one to buy?
Toyota has finally unveiled its Innova Hycross MPV in the Indian market.
25 Nov 2022
Toyota Innova HycrossToyota Innova Hycross breaks cover in India: Check features, design
The much-awaited Toyota Innova Hycross has finally broken cover in India. It happens to be the first mass-market petrol-hybrid MPV on our shores since the full-size Vellfire sits in the niche luxury van segment.
21 Nov 2022
Latest automobilesToyota Innova Hycross breaks cover; India debut on November 25
Japanese automaker Toyota has finally introduced its Innova Hycross MPV in Indonesia, where it is called Innova Zenix. It will arrive in India on November 25.
17 Nov 2022
Electric VehiclesToyota bZ compact SUV concept breaks cover: Check features
Toyota has showcased the bZ compact SUV concept at the 2022 Los Angeles auto show in California, US.
16 Nov 2022
Latest Cars2023 Toyota Prius arrives with meaner looks and greener powertrain
Toyota has taken the wraps off the highly-awaited 2023 Prius. The crossover is now available only in a plug-in hybrid avatar.
14 Nov 2022
Toyota GlanzaToyota Glanza E-CNG v/s Maruti Suzuki Baleno S-CNG: A comparison
Japanese automaker Toyota has launched the CNG-powered Glanza in India with a starting price tag of Rs. 8.43 lakh (ex-showroom). It is the first model for the brand to get a factory-fitted CNG kit.
10 Nov 2022
Toyota GlanzaToyota Glanza E-CNG launched at Rs. 8.43 lakh: Check features
Japanese automaker Toyota has launched the CNG-powered Glanza in India with a starting price tag of Rs. 8.43 lakh (ex-showroom).
01 Nov 2022
Upcoming Cars#AutoBytes: These cars will be launched in India this November
The month of November is shaping up to be a good one for the automobile industry with a slew of car launches on the way.
31 Oct 2022
Upcoming CarsToyota Innova Hycross MPV to arrive with ADAS: Check features
Toyota will unveil its Innova Hycross MPV in the international markets next month and will introduce it in India soon after.
29 Oct 2022
Toyota Supra2023 Toyota GR Supra GT4 Evo debuts: Check features
Toyota has revealed the 2023 version of the Gazoo Racing-built Supra GT4 Evo. The race car comes with an array of mechanical improvements over the previous generation model.
25 Oct 2022
Electric CarsToyota bZ3 sedan goes official; delivers over 600km of range
Japanese automaker Toyota has introduced the bZ3 sedan in China. It has been built in collaboration with BYD and FAW Toyota.
25 Oct 2022
Upcoming CarsToyota Innova Hycross MPV previewed in a teaser: Check design
Toyota will unveil its Innova Hycross MPV in the global markets next month.
21 Oct 2022
Upcoming CarsNew cars expected to launch in India in November
India has witnessed a slew of new as well as facelifted car launches since the start of this year.
21 Oct 2022
Latest Cars2023 Toyota RAV4 GR Sport goes official with sporty looks
Japanese automotive giant Toyota has taken the wraps off the GR Sport variant of the 2023 RAV4 in the European region. It will be available in Q4 of 2022.
19 Oct 2022
Maruti SuzukiToyota-Maruti Suzuki C-segment MPV in the works; launch in FY23
Japanese automaker Toyota has revealed in a filing with the Registrar of Companies (RoC), that it will launch a new C-segment MPV in India, later this financial year (FY23).
19 Oct 2022
Toyota FortunerUpdated Toyota Fortuner expected to arrive with a hybrid powertrain
Japanese automotive giant Toyota is gearing up to unveil the updated version of its most popular SUV, the Fortuner, in 2023.
14 Oct 2022
Toyota InnovaPrior to launch, details of Toyota Innova Hybrid leaked
Japanese automotive giant Toyota is gearing up to launch the new-generation hybrid version of the Innova in the Indonesian market in November this year. The MPV is expected to make its debut in India by early 2023.
07 Oct 2022
Latest CarsToyota completes safety check of bZ4X; deliveries to commence soon
The deliveries of Toyota's bZ4X EV are set to commence soon. The brand had to recall 2,700 units in June this year, due to the risk of wheels becoming loose on its first-ever EV.
03 Oct 2022
Latest CarsLimited-run Toyota FJ Cruiser Final Edition breaks cover: Check features
Toyota has showcased the Final Edition version of its rugged FJ Cruiser for the Middle Eastern markets. The SUV will be produced in a limited run of just 1,000 units.
02 Oct 2022
Toyota FortunerToyota cars get costlier in India again: Check revised pricing
Toyota has increased the prices of its cars in India for the second time this year. The hike goes up to Rs. 1.85 lakh.
28 Sep 2022
Toyota Urban Cruiser HyryderToyota reveals prices of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder in India
Toyota has revealed the complete price list of Urban Cruiser Hyryder in India. It is available in four trims: E, S, G, and V, and its price starts at Rs. 10.48 lakh (ex-showroom).
19 Sep 2022
Toyota GlanzaCNG-powered Toyota Glanza in the works; details revealed: Check features
Toyota is gearing up to launch a CNG-powered Glanza in the Indian market.
17 Sep 2022
Toyota Urban Cruiser HyryderToyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder V variant: Is it worth buying?
Toyota has recently announced the pricing of the top four variants of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder in India. These include three strong-hybrid models and a mild-hybrid AWD trim.
09 Sep 2022
Cars Price List (India)Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder launched: Check pricing and features
Toyota has officially announced the prices of the Urban Cruiser Hyryder in India. It carries a starting price tag of Rs. 15.11 lakh (ex-showroom).
04 Sep 2022
Toyota Innova CrystaToyota Innova Crysta Limited Edition goes official with new features
Japanese automaker Toyota has launched the 'Limited Edition' version of its Innova Crysta (petrol) MPV in India. It is based on the base GX trim and its price starts at Rs. 17.45 lakh.
29 Aug 2022
NewsBytes Auto Reviews2022 Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder review: Should you buy it?
Toyota is best known for its Fortuner and Innova but it is banking on a hybrid future with electrification of its entire range in the coming years.
25 Aug 2022
Toyota InnovaToyota Innova Hycross arrives in India in November: Check features
Toyota is gearing up to launch the Innova Hycross in India this November. The car will be underpinned by the modular TNGA-C platform.
23 Aug 2022
Upcoming SUVs in India2022 Toyota Land Cruiser's brochure leaked; India launch soon
A brochure of the India-specific Toyota Land Cruiser has been leaked online. This hints that the Japanese automaker is gearing up to launch the SUV on our shores soon.
10 Aug 2022
Latest automobiles2023 Toyota Yaris Ativ sedan goes official with sporty looks
Toyota has launched the new-generation version of the Yaris Ativ in Thailand with a starting price of THB 5,39,000 (approximately Rs. 12.11 lakh).
07 Aug 2022
Toyota GlanzaToyota Glanza becomes more expensive in India: Check new prices
Japanese automaker Toyota has raised the prices of its Glanza hatchback in India.
03 Aug 2022
Latest automobilesToyota Land Cruiser Prado Matte Black Edition debuts: Check features
Toyota has launched the Matte Black Edition of the Land Cruiser Prado in Japan with a starting price tag of ¥4.3 million (approximately Rs. 25.8 lakh). It might not arrive in India.
16 Jul 2022
Latest automobiles2023 Toyota Crown hybrid sedan breaks cover in the US
Toyota has unveiled the 2023 version of the Crown sedan in the US car market. The car was earlier available in the 1970s for a short duration.