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Toyota Fortuner Given Spec Upgrade
Toyota Fortuner Given Spec Upgrade-July 2024
2023-12-14 EST 02:30:27

The Toyota Fortuner has received a few spec upgrades. Here’s what’s been added plus how much you can expect to pay for the Fortuner range.

The Toyota Fortuner is South Africa’s most popular SUV. The 7-seater SUV is available with 2 diesel engines, as well as 4×2 and 4×4.

Despite new offerings like the Corolla Cross and Urban Cruiser, the Fortuner still reigns supreme. Toyota SA reckons that Fortuner’s stellar sales record stems from constant communication with its customers and understanding their ever-changing needs. Toyota has taken feedback and enhanced its current offering with additional features.

What’s new?

The 2.9 Fortuner gains an upgrade to its air conditioning which becomes a dual-zone climate control, while the flagship VX model gets a panoramic camera. Fans of quality audio will be happy to note the 11-speaker JBL Premium Audio system has been added. Interestingly, the on-board satellite navigation has been removed, with Toyota saying that customers were using the smartphone navigation thanks to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity.

As far as safety and security is concerned, the Toyota Safety Sense system on the VX grade gains blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. There’s also an enhanced smart entry system.

The colour line-up on the 2.4 and 2.8 models remains unchanged with seven options. On the VX model, Pearl White has been replaced by Platinum White Pearl.

Engine & Transmission Options

The proven 2.4 and 2.8 GD-6 turbodiesel engines continue with the 2.4 GD-6 producing 110 kW and 400 Nm, while the 2.8 delivers 150 kW and 500 Nm. The 2.4 is offered with a 6-speed manual gearbox and a 6-speed automatic, while the 2.8 is automatic only.

How much does the upgraded Fortuner cost in South Africa?

All Fortuner models are sold with a 3-year/100 000 km warranty and a 9-services/90 000 km service plan. Service intervals are set at 10 000 km and customers can purchase a variety of service plans and warranty extensions from their nearest Toyota dealer (220 countrywide).

2.4 GD-6 RB MT R599 000

2.4 GD-6 RB AT R621 400

2.4 GD-6 4×4 AT R651 700

2.8 GD-6 RB AT R724 400

2.8 GD-6 4×4 AT R798 000

2.8 GD-6 RB VX AT R764 600

2.8 GD-6 4×4 VX AT R837 100

Further Reading

Toyota Corolla Cross launch review

The Fortuner reviewed – SA’s best?

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