KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- The Toyota Fortuner lacks features such as ADAS, a panoramic sunroof, captain seats, and dual-zone climate control.
- The MG Gloster is a more premium SUV, often used by politicians.
- Both offer 4x2 and 4x4 drivetrains, and the Fortuner also comes with a manual gearbox.
The Toyota Fortuner and MG Gloster are the only two full-size SUVs selling in great numbers to customers who don't want to enter the luxury car segment but still desire a large SUV with unmatched road presence that isn't exorbitant to maintain. Politicians and businessmen love to travel in these vehicles and are willing to pay a hefty amount to achieve that unparalleled road presence. In this category, there is another vehicle, Jeep Meridian, but unfortunately, it can't match the sales numbers, put is out right rejected by its potential customers, that why not included in this list.
Today, let's compare these two hotshots and find out which vehicle provides more value for money. Let's start without further ado, and be sure to join the 91Wheels Whatsapp Channel to never miss out on automotive updates.
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Price Difference: Toyota Fortuner VS MG Gloster
The Toyota Fortuner is available in 7 variants, while the MG Gloster comes in a total of 15 variants. Both offer 4X2 and 4X4 drivetrains, with the Fortuner also providing an option for a manual gearbox, which the Gloster does not. Both are full-size SUVs with 7-seater configurations, but the MG Gloster also offers a 6-seater option, featuring captain seats in the middle row. Let's check out their ex-showroom prices in detail:
Toyota Fortuner
- 4X2 Petrol - Rs 33.43 lakh
- 4X2 Petrol AT - Rs 35.02 lakh
- 4X2 Diesel - Rs 35.93 lakh
- 4X2 Diesel AT - Rs 38.12 lakh
- 4X4 Diesel - Rs 40.03 lakh
- 4X4 Diesel AT - Rs 42.32 lakh
- GR S 4X4 Diesel AT - Rs 51.44 lakh
MG Gloster
- Sharp 4X2 7str - Rs 38.80 lakh
- Savvy 4X2 6str - Rs 40.32 lakh
- Savvy 4X2 7str - Rs 40.32 lakh
- Desert Storm 4X2 6str- Rs 41.05 lakh
- Desert Storm 4X2 7str - Rs 41.05 lakh
- Snow Storm 4X2 7str - Rs 41.05 lakh
- Black Storm 4X2 6str - Rs 41.05 lakh
- Savvy 4X4 6str - Rs 43.16 lakh
- Savvy 4X4 7str - Rs 43.16 lakh
- Desert Storm 4X4 7str - Rs 43.87 lakh
- Snow Storm 4X4 7str - Rs 43.87 lakh
- Black Storm 4X4 6str - Rs 43.87 lakh
- Black Storm 4X4 7str - Rs 43.87 lakh
Toyota Fortuner VS MG Gloster: Powertrain
The Toyota Fortuner offers two engine options: a petrol engine and a turbocharged diesel engine, both of which can be paired with either a manual or automatic transmission. On the other hand, the MG Gloster offers only one engine option, a 2.0L diesel, but it comes in two versions: Turbo and Twin-Turbocharged. Down below is the specificaitons of both SUVs engines.
Toyota Fortuner
| Specifications | 2.7 L Petrol Engine | 2.8 L Diesel Engine |
| Displacement | 2694 cc | 2755 cc |
| Power | 163.60 Ps | 201.15 Ps |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 420 Nm / 500 Nm |
| Transmission | 5MT / 6AT | 6 iMT / 6AT (Sequential Shift) |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 2WD / 4WD |
| Turbocharged | No | Yes |
MG Gloster
| Specifications | 2.0 L Diesel Engines | 2.0 L Diesel Engine |
| Displacement | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Power | 161 Ps | 215.5 Ps |
| Torque | 373.5 Nm | 478 Nm |
| Transmission | 8AT | 8AT |
| Drivetrain | 2WD | 4WD with Terrain Selection |
| Turbocharged | Yes | Yes- Twin Turbocharged |
Toyota Fortuner VS MG Gloster: Features
In the top-spec Fortuner GR S, sporty aesthetics enhance the regular body to elevate its styling. Inside, there are GR S-specific changes like leather seats, a GR push button, and an instrument panel with GR badges. Apart from these, there are additional features, which we'll check out below.
- DAC (Downhill Assist Control) - 4WD Variants
- A-TRC (Active Traction Control)
- Electronic Drive (2WD/4WD) Control - 4WD Variants
- Premium JBL Speakers (11N Speakers Including Subwoofer & Amplifier) - 4WD only
- 3rd Row: One-Touch Easy Space-Up with Recline
- Power Steering with VFC (Variable Flow Control)
- 8.0 DA Touch Screen Audio
The MG Gloster is ahead in terms of features, offering everything that Fortuner customers have been demanding from Toyota for decades. This makes it a great alternative for those looking for a full-size SUV. Let's check out all these features:
- 64 ambient lightning options
- 12 Inch Infotainment Display
- 6 Airbags
- Hill hold control, descent control, and electronic stability program
- 7-terrain modes
- i-SMART 2.0
- Panaromic sunroof
- Level - 2 ADAS
- Powered taligate
Toyota Fortuner vs MG Gloster: Dimensions
| Dimensions | Toyota Fortuner | MG Gloster |
| Length | 4795 mm | 4985 mm |
| Width | 1855 mm | 1926 mm |
| Height | 1835 mm | 1867 mm |
| Wheelbase | 27455 mm | 2950 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 225 mm | 210 mm |
| Boot Space | 296 L | 343 L |
From every angle, the Toyota Fortuner is smaller than the MG Gloster, but it boasts 225 mm of ground clearance, allowing it to confidently tackle rocky terrains, large bumps, and potholes. The larger size of the Gloster makes it less suitable for off-road use and more suited to being a chauffeur-driven SUV, whereas thousands of Fortuner owners drive it every day
Overall, the MG Gloster may offer more features, better space, and a refined ride, but the Fortuner has a loyal fan base that remains strong, as reflected in its sales record. Despite being a 40-lakh-plus SUV, nearly 3,000 to 4,000 units are sold every month. Its road presence is unmatched, and anyone who buys it receives special treatment in society, which is not the case with the MG Gloster
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Verdict
The Toyota Fortuner is still considered the king of Indian automobiles, while the MG Gloster has carved out a significant space in its segment. People who wish to own these vehicles have very different preferences: youngsters dream of the Fortuner, whereas CEOs prefer the Gloster for its comfortable ride and numerous features. Although both cater to different audiences, they fall into the same category. However, across various aspects, the Gloster is a better car, offering more features and better driving dynamics, while the Toyota Fortuner now feels extremely dated. It is high time for Toyota to consider an upgrade.
