Unveiling the New Toyota Fortuner: Fresh Looks and Enhanced Features.

The Toyota Fortuner Facelift maintains its competitive edge with its updated feature list and looks sleeker and more upscale than before. With a price increase of up to Rs 3 lakh, the Fortuner is now the most expensive SUV in its class.

Design

The new Lexus-inspired bumpers with black grille, sleek new quad LED headlamps with waterfall LED light guides, and dynamic turn indicators placed lower down in the setup all contribute to an aggressive-looking and attention-grabbing SUV. The Legender now comes in a dual-tone white and black colour scheme, as well as new alloy wheels. These 18-inch wheels are exclusive to the Legender and look great on the SUV.

The interiors have also been slightly improved over the older Fortuner. While the overall layout has not changed, the black and maroon colours have. The instrument cluster has also been slightly improved and now looks better. The Legender is the only vehicle with ventilated front seats, a wireless phone charger, and rear USB ports.

Specifications

Engine and Gearbox

There are two engine options for the Toyota Fortuner: a 2.7-litre petrol engine (166PS/245Nm) and a 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine (204PS/500Nm). The petrol engine is paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox, while the diesel engine is paired with a 6-speed manual gearbox. Both models come with a 6-speed automatic gearbox. The diesel engine is also available with an optional four-wheel drive (4WD).

Performance

This Fortuner's cabin insulation feels better because the cabin isn't as affected by engine noise. Additional refinement has been added by both the BS6 update and this new tune. Driving in the city is easier thanks to the increased torque and smoother engine revving.

Features

Toyota features the Fortuner with an 8-inch infotainment system that includes Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and connected car features. It also has a 6-speaker sound system, wireless charger, kick-to-open powered tailboard, dual-zone AC and cruise control.

Variants

The Toyota SUV is available in two trim levels: standard and GR-S. It is also available as a Legender variant. Customers can order the Fortuner in seven monochromatic colours: Platinum White Pearl, Sparkling Black Crystalline Shine, Phantom Brown, Super White, Attitude Black, Avant-Garde Bronze, and Silver Metallic.

Pros

• Diesel engine that is more powerful
• Legender has a different and more stylish appearance than the standard Fortuner.
• Additional features improve cabin comfort.
• The Electronic Differential Lock will improve off-road capability.

Cons

• It still does not have a sunroof.
• Fortuner has increased in price by up to Rs 3 lakh.
• The 11-speaker music system is not included with Legender.

Price

Toyota Fortuner prices range from Rs. 33.43 Lakh to Rs. 51.44 Lakh for the top model. The Toyota Fortuner comes in different models, with the 4X2 base model and the top-tier Toyota Fortuner GR S 4X4 Diesel AT.