Latest Update: Once considered as the primary rival of Toyota Fortuner, the Ford Endevaour/Everest is highly rumored to re-enter the Indian market sometime by the end of 2024 or first half of 2025.
Introduction
Toyota Fortuner is a full size, 3 row, 7 seater SUV with 4x4/4WD system along with a powerful set of petrol or diesel engines. Moreover, Toyota also sells the Legender (A more premium version of Fortuner) in India.
Exterior & Design
Currently in its second generation, the Toyota Fortuner comes with styling elements that give it a bold and butch look. Some of these styling elements include slim design bi-functional LED projector headlamps with signature lightguides, LED front fog lamps, a massive trapezoid front upper grille with thick chrome inserts on both the edges, pontoon shaped bumper with silver skid plate, etc. In the rear, it gets slim design tail lamp assembly, a thick chrome element connecting the two tail lamps with embedded Fortuner lettering, skid plate, bumper mounted reflectors, etc.
Interior & Features
The Fortuner offers a number of premium touches inside the cabin and on the dashboard. These include soft touch materials, wood finish panels, plush leather seats, etc. Coming to the offered features, it gets front ventilated seats, 11 speaker JBL audio system with subwoofer & amplifier, powered tail gate with memory function & jam protection, puddle lamps under ORVMs, tilt & telescopic steering, cooled glove box, auto climate control dual zone AC, power adjust driver and co-driver seats, etc.
On the safety front, it gets 7 airbags, ESP, traction control, brake assist, hill hold, electrochromic IRVM, front & rear fog lamps, down hill assist, front & rear parking sensors, etc.
Engine & Performance
Toyota offers two engine and two gearbox option in Fortuner. The engine option comprise of a 2.7 litre 4 cylinder turbocharged petrol and a 2.8 litre 4 cylinder naturally aspirated diesel. On the transmission front, the petrol can be paired with a 5 speed manual gearbox or a 6 speed torque converter automatic. The diesel can be paired with a 6 speed manual gearbox or a 6 speed torque converter automatic.
Drivetrain
Toyota offers 4x4 (4WD) option with the diesel variants of the Fortuner. The 4x4 system comes with electronic drive control, 2H, 4H, 4L modes, an auto limited slip differential and an electronic differential lock.
Dimensions
Toyota Fortuner is a 3 row SUV measuring 4795 mm in length, 1855 mm in width, 1835 mm in height, and 2745 mm in wheelbase.
Variants & Colours
Toyota offers 7 colour options in Fortuner. Moreover, one can choose from 2 variants with petrol engine and 4 variants with diesel engine. For petrol its 4x2 (2WD) with manual and automatic transmission. For diesel its 4x2 (2WD) with manual and automatic transmission, and 4x4 (4WD) with manual and automatic transmission.
Segment & Rivals
Toyota Fortuner is a full size SUV that rivals the likes of Skoda Kodiaq, MG Gloster, Volvo XC40/XC40 Recharge, etc.
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| Toyota Fortuner | Jeep Meridian | Nissan X-Trail | MG Gloster | Toyota Innova Crysta | Tata Harrier | Defender |
| ₹ 36.05 - 52.34 Lakh | ₹ 24.99 - 38.79 Lakh | ₹ 49.92 - 49.92 Lakh | ₹ 41.07 - 46.24 Lakh | ₹ 19.99 - 26.82 Lakh | ₹ 15.00 - 26.50 Lakh | ₹ 1.05 - 2.59 Cr |
Rating | ||||||
3.9 104 | 4.1 85 | 3.9 19 | 3.7 26 | 4.3 14 | 4 2 | 4.5 2 |
Engine (cc) | ||||||
| 2694 cc - 2755 cc | 1956 cc | 1498 cc | 1996 cc | 2393 cc | 1956 cc | 1997 cc - 4999 cc |
Airbags | ||||||
| 7 | 6 | 7 | 6 | 3 - 7 | 6 - 7 | 6 |
Mileage (ARAI) | ||||||
| 10.3 kmpl | 14.9 kmpl | 13.7 kmpl | 12.4 kmpl | 15.1 kmpl | 16.8 kmpl | 11.4 kmpl |
Max Power(bhp@rpm) | ||||||
| 164 bhp @ 5200 rpm | 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm | 161 bhp @ 4800 rpm | 159 bhp @ 4000 rpm | 148 bhp @ 3400 rpm | 168 bhp @ 3750 rpm | 345 bhp |
Top Speed | ||||||
| 190 Kmph | 198 Kmph | 200 Kmph | 177 Kmph | - | 195 Kmph | 191 Kmph |
Fuel Type | ||||||
| Petrol | Diesel | Petrol | Diesel | Diesel | Diesel | Mild Hybrid (Electric + Diesel) |
NCAP Rating | ||||||
| 5 Star (ANCAP) | Not Tested | - | 5 Star (ANCAP) | 5 Star (ASEAN NCAP) | 5 Star (Bharat NCAP) | 5 Star (Euro NCAP) |
Transmission | ||||||
| Automatic / Manual | Manual / Automatic | Automatic | Automatic | Manual | Manual / Automatic | Automatic |
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Engine & Performance
The same 2.8-liter, four-cylinder, turbocharged diesel and 2.7-liter, normally aspirated, four-cylinder engines continue to power the Toyota Fortuner facelift. The diesel engine produces 201 bhp and 420 Nm when combined with a manual transmission, but it produces 500 Nm of torque when connected with a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. You can choose a 4x2 or a 4x4 drivetrain for the diesel engine. The 4x2 drivetrain is the only option for the petrol engine, which produces 164bhp and 245Nm and can be ordered with either a manual or automatic transmission.
Exterior Design
The fascia of the standard variant has undergone an evolutionary change, including new LED projector headlamps, a redesigned grille that no longer features three chrome slats, and a completely new bumper with a more pronounced front bash plate, larger faux side-intakes, and a relocated LED indicator strip. With a significantly thinner grille, all-LED headlamps, a wider lower air dam, and distinctive dual-tone paint schemes, the Legender model has an entirely different fascia. The two variations are distinguished from one another by the larger 18-inch wheels, with the side design remaining unchanged from the version before the makeover. The greatest change is the new LED components in the taillights, which now resemble those on the Camry sedan. Rear changes are far less obvious.
Interior & Features
The Fortuner facelift's inside has not undergone the same drastic alterations as its outside. New dual-tone upholstery, updated graphics for the instrument cluster, and improved connectivity, including smartphone integration with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, are all features of the touchscreen infotainment system. Connected car technology and ventilated front seats are just a couple of the interesting new features that have been introduced to the Fortuner. A 360-degree camera, wireless charging, radar-guided cruise control, lane departure warning, and a steering wheel alignment warning are included with the Legender model.
Change Location
455Toyota Fortuner delivers mileage 10.3 to 14.6 kmpl.
