Overview
- Multiple Indian automotive outlets report the Innova Crysta diesel is likely to be discontinued around March 2027, ahead of CAFE 3 enforcement from April 2027.
- Toyota Kirloskar Motor has declined to comment on future products, and production and sales of the Crysta continue for now.
- The model’s earlier phase-out target near 2025 was deferred due to sustained fleet demand and semiconductor constraints affecting the Innova Hycross.
- CAFE 3 tightens fleet-average CO2 targets and grants ‘super credits’ to strong hybrids, making the Hycross far more valuable in offsetting higher-emitting ladder-frame diesels.
- The expected exit would leave a notable gap in India’s body-on-frame diesel MPV segment, with potential responses discussed such as a localized Hyundai Staria.