This year will see the release of Toyota’s flagship SUV, the new Fortuner. Major improvements with numerous new designers and technological advancements are anticipated. This will be a fantastic addition to the full-size SUV market.
The Iconic SUV: The All-New Toyota Fortuner
With a significant update, the new Toyota Fortuner is prepared to go on sale this year. To increase active safety, this will be built on the TNGA-F platform and include Toyota’s safety suit. Given that the new Fortuner will include all the newest technologies and features compared to the previous models in order to satisfy the needs of Fortuner enthusiasts, this might be a huge game changer for the Japanese automaker.
Toyota Fortuner: Exteriors and Interiors
It is expected that the New Fortuner will receive a new design update. Perhaps a new front bumper with an updated projector arrangement and a new rear fascia with updated LED taillamp units will be added to this. This Fortuner version may also receive a new alloy design to give it a more robust appearance. There’s a good possibility you’ll find a fresh dashboard design inside, along with plenty of technological upgrades and luxurious leather upholstery. This will enhance the SUV’s interior and exterior appearance and elegance.
Toyota Fortuner: Engine Specs
Toyota’s all-new Diesel Mild Hybrid Powertrain, which will be the Japanese automaker’s debut offering in the Indian market, is anticipated to be unveiled alongside the release of the new Fortuner. The New Fortuner has a 2.8-liter turbocharged diesel engine mated to a 48-volt mild hybrid system, which enhances overall performance and efficiency. This iconic SUV can produce 200 BHP of power and 420 Nm of peak torque, in addition to the existing 2.7-liter petrol engine that produces 163.6 BHP and 245 Nm of peak torque. Also available in AWD and RWD versions. The Fortuner would thus be the first full-size SUV with a diesel-mild hybrid powertrain.
| Specifications | New Toyota Fortuner, Diesel | New Toyota Fortuner, Petrol |
| Engine | 2.8 Litre Turbocharged Diesel Engine with a 48V Mild Hybrid Tech | 2.7 Litre Direct Injection DOHC Engine. |
| Drivetrain | RWD / AWD | RWD |
| Power | 200 BHP | 163.6 BHP |
| Torque | 420 NM | 245 Nm |
| Transmission | Manual & Automatic | 5-Speed Manual |
| Fuel Efficiency | 15 – 18 Kmpl * | 10 kmpl * |
Toyota Fortuner: Variant-Wise Prices
The New Fortuner’s ex-showroom price ranges from 35 to 55 lakhs. The new Fortuner will be available in RWD and 4×4 versions with a diesel-only engine and an AWD version with mild hybrid technology, though specific models have not yet been disclosed.
Here’s how the new Fortuner prices compare against all the rivals:
| Rivals | Price Range (Ex Showroom) |
| MG Gloster | ₹ 38.80 L – ₹ 43.87 L |
| Toyota Fortuner Legender | ₹ 43.66 L – ₹ 47.64 L |
| Jeep Meridian | ₹ 33.40 L – ₹ 39.46 L |
What are the upcoming Toyota cars in India?
Following the release of the Toyota Taisor SUV earlier this year and the New Fortuner later in the same year, Toyota has announced that it will be introducing a seven-seat SUV to the Indian market, most likely the Corolla Cross. In the near future, the new Fortuner’s Legender version can also be envisioned.
