Introduction
The prominent automaker Toyota has been quite busy with the SUV segment as it could do a good business in this segment. Despite its good business in this segment, the Fortuner sat idly by when other models like the Rexton, CR-V, Yeti and Santa Fe sold like hot cakes in the market. The company did nothing to improve the sale of its SUV to stay in the race. Lately, the company has finally given its top-of-the-line 3.0-liter 4WD variant an automatic gearbox so car lovers can finally own a capable Fortuner without having to shift gears while driving. Is it enough to keep the great Toyota relevant in a sea of modern competition? We have to wait and see.
look and feel
When the company decided to revamp the structure, the Fortuner received some small visual tweaks to make its exterior look better. Changes include slightly smoked headlamps and taillamps, and the addition of chrome bezels on the fog lamps. It also gets some new dark gray 12-spoke alloy wheels to add to its curb appeal. Additionally, the refreshed model also comes in an all-new Mica Gray color.
Interior design
The refreshed model’s interiors now come in all black themes with some wood stain on the dash and door pads. The look is simple and quite subdued. However, Toyota makes up for it by making sure there are plenty of customer conveniences. There’s plenty of space in the middle row. The only drawback is that customers would have to fold down the third row seats to get to the massive storage area at the rear of the vehicle.
vehicle specifications
The new vehicle has cruise control and automatic xenon headlamps with windshield washers for driving in dark and rainy conditions. It also comes with a reversing camera, power-adjustable driver’s seat, and a new dash touchscreen. The much talked about dash houses an infotainment navigation unit that features voice control. This feature is a bit slow to respond to adjustments made. Installations inside the SUV use AUX, USB and Bluetooth connected options. Under the hood, the refreshed vehicle comes with a 3.0-litre engine that can produce a power of 171PS and a torque of 343Nm. Although the engine is smooth and punchy, it is still quite noisy inside the cabin. With this engine specification, it can reach a speed of 100 kilometers per hour in 12 seconds. It also comes with a 5-speed torque converter that is similar to the one found on the 4×2 variant.