2024 TOYOTA FORTUNER G

Toyota Fortuner at a glance

When it comes to sales, the Toyota Fortuner is the king of the chart. For years, it is the country's best-selling truck-based mid-size SUV, and almost nothing can knock it off its throne. The second-generation Fortuner was built on the strength of its predecessor while eliminating most of the weaknesses from before. The present model has been around for quite some time now and received a facelift in 2020. Those versions gained more power in select models, along with additional variants and design lines.

Good buy or goodbye?

It is the best-seller in its class, but is it the best SUV among its competitors? Probably not. The Fortuner loses points for quality faults in early models and a hard ride regardless of the variant. The initial models also lag behind most of its competitors in terms of power, but later models have rectified that. So, it’s not perfect, but why is it still worth it? As cliché as it sounds, you can't go wrong with a Toyota. The Fortuner has a proven track record for reliability, and Toyota's wide network means spare parts are available just about everywhere. Yes, the ride is hard, but it is an improvement over the first-generation model, and it feels less truck-like to drive. It may not be outstanding in a particular area, but it's all-rounded character makes it an SUV to consider.

pros

- Proven reliability - Easy parts availability - More variants = more choice - Strong resale values - Over 200 HP in top-spec, post-2020 models - Gas option for those who don't like diesel (pre-2020

cons

- Early models had transmission software problems - Not the most fully-equipped SUV in its class - Drum brakes in pre-2018 models - Peeling trim - Stiff ride - Bulky third-row seats eat up cargo space when stowed

Variants

2.4 G 4x2 M/T 2.7 G 4x2 A/T (2016-2020) 2.4 G 4x2 A/T 2.4 V 4x2 A/T 2.8 Q 4x2 A/T 2.8 LTD 4x2 A/T 2.8 V 4x4 A/T (2016-2020) 2.8 LTD 4x4 A/T

Dimensions and capacities

Length: 4,795 mm Width: 1,855 mm Height: 1,835 mm Height: 1,835 mm Wheelbase: 2,745 mm Fuel tank capacity: 80 Liters Max. cargo area: N/A Ground Clearance: 225 mm Wading depth: 700 mm

Powertrain

Engine: 2.4-liter diesel, 4-Cylinder, In-line, 16-Valve DOHC Variable Nozzle Turbo with Air-cooled Intercooler 2.7-liter gas, 4-Cylinder, In-line, 16-Valve DOHC, Dual VVT-i (Discontinued) 2.8-liter diesel, 4-Cylinder, In-line, 16-Valve DOHC Variable Nozzle Turbo with Air-cooled Intercooler Max power: 150 HP (2.4-liter) 163 HP (2.7-liter, discontinued) 177 HP (2.8-liter, 2016-2020) 204 HP (2.8-liter, 2020-present) Max torque: 400 Nm (2.4-liter) 245 Nm (2.7-liter, discontinued) 450 Nm (2.8-liter, 2016-2020) 500 Nm (2.8-liter, 2020-present) Transmission options: 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic Driven wheels: Rear-wheel drive or part-time four-wheel drive

Fuel economy and range:

City: 5.5 km/l (2.7 G 4x2) to 10.8 km/l (2.4 G 4x2 A/T) Highway: 12.7 km/l (2.7 G 4x2) to 14.3 km/l (2.4 G 4x2 A/T) Estimated range: 440 km to 1,144 km per full tank