- Toyota uncovered the Corolla Cross H2 Concept at the 2023 Auto Expo
- The hydrogen-powered concept car uses a standard ICE engine from the GR Corolla.
- Powered by a 1.6-litre in-line 3-cylinder engine.
Toyota has always led the bandwagon for cleaner energy globally. From introducing the strong hybrid technology to the hydrogen-powered vehicle in the present time, the Japanese brand has left no stone unturned to develop a cleaner energy system for the passenger vehicle segment. In line with this, Toyota Kirloskar Motors has showcased its Corolla Cross H2 Hydrogen Concept which uses hydrogen as its source of fuel. The vehicle was unveiled globally in December 2022. Here is everything you need to know about the Corolla Cross Hydrogen.
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Toyota Corolla Cross H2 Hydrogen: What's Inside The Package?
As the vehicle is based on the conventionally powered Corolla Cross, there are hardly any visible differences between the two. However, the concept vehicle is painted in a dual blue-while paint scheme, specifically to depict its special identity. The only difference lies under its hood and that remains the highlight of this concept. The Corolla Cross H2 draws power from a 1.6-litre in-line 3-cylinder turbo petrol engine, which is a straight lift-off from the GR Corolla hatch. A 6-speed iMT gearbox channels the power to the front wheels. Talking about Hydrogen storage, the Corolla Cross gets 2 tanks that operate at 70 Mpa pressure, positioned under the seat and boot floor. Toyota has listed the fuel type for the Corolla Cross H2 Concept as compressed gaseous hydrogen. Dimensionally, the four-wheeler measures 4490 mm in length, 1825 mm wide and 1620 mm high, with a wheelbase of 2640 mm.
During its global unveil, the official statement from Toyota said "Key merits of hydrogen combustion include the ability to leverage existing internal combustion engine technologies, quick refuelling times, and the clear reduction in the use and necessity for limited supply elements like lithium and nickel. By adapting existing technologies and further leveraging existing investments, hydrogen combustion could lead to widespread, accessible carbon-reduction solutions faster."
Verdict: Hydrogen can be a great fuel option, given that the technology is developed enough to offer the complete setup at an attractive price point. Along with this, a developed network is also needed but its a long way to go before the Hydrogen powered vehicle becomes a reality.
