United Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd., the authorized distributor of Toyota vehicles in Nepal, has introduced the Yaris Cross Hybrid Electric Vehicle in the country, priced at Rs 1.22 crore.

The self-charging Yaris Cross is driven using both an engine and a battery-powered electric motor. It is powered by a 1496cc, 4-cylinder in-line petrol engine, generating up to 112 PS and 141 Nm of torque, and coupled with an e-CVT gearbox. The vehicle also gets regenerative braking and three drive modes.

In terms of its dimensions, the Yaris Cross boasts a length of 4310 mm, a width of 1770 mm, and a height of 1615 mm. It features a lengthy wheelbase of 2620 mm and a generous ground clearance of 210mm.

Toyota has incorporated several features in the Yaris Cross, including LED headlights with DRLs, LED fog lights, and connected LED taillights. The Yaris Cross offers a hands-free powered tailgate, an 8-way electrically adjustable driver’s seat, multi-color ambient lighting, a wireless mobile charger, and smartphone connectivity with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Inside, it features a straightforward and functional design with an all-black color scheme and a sleek blue strip running across the dashboard. The amenities include a panoramic glass roof with powershade, a 10.1-inch infotainment system, a 7-inch multi-information display, 6 speakers, and a 360-degree camera.

In terms of safety, the Yaris Cross is equipped with 6 airbags, vehicle stability control, hill start assist control, reverse camera, front and rear parking sensors on both sides and various other modern safety features. Additionally, it includes an electric parking brake with auto hold function and a blind spot monitor.