Both the Toyota Innova Hycross and Tata Safari performed well in adult safety. The Hycross scored 30.47/32, slightly edging out the Safari’s 30.08/32. In the frontal offset deformable barrier test, the Hycross scored higher (14.47 vs 14.08), while both achieved a perfect score of 16/16 in the side movable deformable barrier test.
The Innova Hycross leads again, scoring 45/49 compared to Safari’s 44.54/49. The Hycross achieved a perfect dynamic score of 24/24, while the Safari managed 23.54/24, which is still excellent. Both cars scored equally in CRS installation (12/12) and vehicle assessment (9/13), with ISOFIX mounts provided on the 2nd-row outboard seats.
Both vehicles offer a robust list of standard safety equipment. This includes frontal airbags, side curtain airbags, and side chest airbags for front occupants. Features like ESC and seat belt reminders for all three rows are standard in both.
While both vehicles performed well across all tests, the Hycross consistently scored slightly higher in key areas. In the frontal crash test, its better score suggests improved occupant safety during frontal impacts. The Safari, on the other hand, matched the Hycross inside impact tests and showed similar restraint system performance.
Though the Tata Safari is a very safe SUV, the Toyota Innova Hycross narrowly wins this comparison. It offers slightly better scores in both adult and child protection, while maintaining the same level of safety equipment. For buyers prioritising crash safety under Bharat NCAP, the Innova Hycross offers a marginally higher level of occupant protection.