MANILA: According to reports, the next-generation Toyota Innova may be named Zenix in the Philippines. 

The name “Innova Zenix” has previously been registered by the Japanese automaker for the Philippines.

‘Zenix’ in Indonesia

In November 2022, the latest generation of Toyota Innova was unveiled in Indonesia. It was officially introduced there as Toyota Innova Zenix.

The Indonesia-spec Innova Zenix comes with conventional and hybrid petrol engine options.

The concept of the all-new Toyota Innova Zenix is an “Innovative Multipurpose Crossover,” according to Toyota Innova Chief Engineer Hideki Mizuma. He said that the company aims to produce a versatile crossover with the space and utility of a minivan incorporated with global values. The all-new Toyota Innova Zenix is described by Mizuma as a vehicle for a modern generation that carries over the DNA of an iconic vehicle that has received numerous improvements.

Exterior

The all-new Toyota Innova Zenix is the first locally built electrified model for Toyota Indonesia. Major design changes have been made, giving the Innova a striking crossover look. The exterior design of the Toyota Innova Zenix embodies the concept of “Glamorous and Tough,” blending exquisite and rugged body curves and sculptures.

The Toyota New Global Architecture (TNGA): GA-C platform, which has a monocoque structure for improved driving comfort, serves as the foundation for the Toyota Innova Zenix.

Interior and tech features

Modern upgrades were also made in the interior. The Toyota Innova Zenix  features a new 10-inch head unit with smartphone connectivity, a new 10-inch dual rear-seat entertainment system, new captain chairs with ottomans, and a new panoramic retractable roof.

Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, a semi-autonomous safety device that makes use of advanced sensors and radar, is also included as standard equipment on the all-new Toyota Innova Zenix.

There is no confirmation yet from Toyota Motor Philippines whether the hybrid variant of the next-generation Innova will be available here, but given how actively the company has been introducing its electric vehicles to our market, we assume that it also has plans to bring in the hybrid version of the country's best-selling MPV.

Photos from Toyota Motor Philippines and Oto

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