KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- Toyota Fortuner price starts at Rs. 33.43 lakhs ex-showroom
- Comes with both a petrol and diesel mill
- Top-spec GR Sport model comes at Rs. 51.44 lakhs
Toyota Fortuner has been the SUV for moving the VIPs and also something that has always been the top choice of the SUV enthusiast. Even a higher price tag of around Rs. 50 lakhs has not impacted the sales of the Fortuner and there are key reasons for it. The Toyota engine's reliability and the sheer driving dynamics of this SUV. But there is something more as well. It is the availability of some practical key features that are necessary for daily use. Let's explain the key feature highlight of this beast, while you make sure to join our 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel, specifically curated for all the avid petrolheads with extensive coverage of the latest news and insights from the automotive space.
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1. Ventilated Seats
While the Toyota Fortuner wasn't always known for a features fest, it doesn't mean that it is lacking as well. For starters, the Fortuner comes with ventilated seats which is an essential premium feature that most of the pricier and now also some affordable new launches are offering. Taking note of the Indian climatic conditions makes your longer drives a breeze and keeps your back dry.
Competition Check- The MG Gloster, Skoda Kodiaq, and the VW Tiguan, all come with ventilated seats for a comfortable drive.
2. Wireless Charger (As An Accessory)
Another feature that you will find yourself using almost with your every drive is the wireless charger. This feature makes the central console slightly clutter-free as it removes the need for a charging cable and works with all types of smartphones, making the need for different cables redundant. However, your smartphone needs to support wireless charging first!
Competition Check- MG Gloster, Kodiaq, as well as the Tiguan, all these SUVs offer wireless charging support.
3. Powered Tailgate
A heavy and tall SUV could make shorter drivers uneasy when operating the boot. Taking away the hassle, the Toyota Fortuner comes with a powered tailgate that opens electrically and also closes with a push of a button. This is another feature that finds itself in use with every boot access the occupants have to make if operating through the tailgate.
Competition Check- All its rivals come with a powered tailgate and is something you will generally find at this price point.
4. 4X4
Toyota Fortuner is a premium, but proper 4X4 offroad SUV that comes with a dedicated 4X4 drivetrain, inspiring a sense of confidence when the roads go bad. While you can engage or disengage it at your wish, there are limitations to the combination of variants that you get this feature with. Notably, only the diesel trims come with a 4X4 drivetrain and not the petrol.
Competition Check- The rivaling SUVs offer a dedicated off-road drivetrain for easy maneuvering the vehicle off the roads.
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5. 7 Airbags With ASEAN NCAP 5-Star Safety Rating
The Toyota Fortuner gets a 7 airbags set-up for increased protection which is another testament to its superior safety suit. Not only this, the Toyota Fortuner also scored a 5-star safety rating in the ASEAN NCAP crash tests, a testament to its solid and sturdy build quality. On top of this, it has other safety features like ABS with EBD, traction control, hill-decent control, hill-hold assist, and many more.
Competition Check- While the Gloster and Tiguan come with 6 airbags, the Skoda Kodiaq takes a big leap with 9 airbags in its top trim.
Verdict
The Toyota Fortuner has achieved a status, where no matter what price it comes at, the customer base isn't going anywhere. The main reason for this has to be the engine reliability that Toyota is known for. Couple it with the road presence and its butch stance, it has established itself as the power ans status symbol in India.
