Toyota Kirloskar has launched the Etios Cross, the Indian affiliate’s first SUV/hatchback crossover, priced between INR576,000 (US$9,600) and INR740,000 ($12,300).

“The B-car segment is one of the fastest growing segments in the industry. Segment growth comes along with fast changing customer requirements,” Naomi Ishii, managing director, Toyota Kirloskar Motor was quoted by Economic Times of India as saying.

The vehicle is available with 1.2- and 1.5 litre petrol engines and a 1.4 litre D-4D diesel.

The variant was first launched in Brazil and will also be exported from India.