Toyota Adds Fortuner's Latest Edition To India Market

JAKARTA - Toyota launched the latest version of Fortuner, namely Leader Edition for the Indian market. This car is based on the 4x2 variant with additional features and changes to the exterior.

It was reported that Autocar India, Tuesday, April 23, the Fortuner Leader Edition is equipped with the latest black spots with three dual-tone colors on the exterior, namely Super White, Platinum Pearl White, and Silver Metallic.

The car also features spoilers on the front and rear bumpers. According to Toyota, this is part of the list of official accessories and is installed by dealers.

Buyers will also get a number of equipment such as two-color seat sarongs, tire pressure monitors, automatic folding rearview mirrors, and wireless chargers.

Only available with a 4x2 drive, the Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition is equipped with a 2.8 liter diesel engine that can produce 204 dk of power and 500 Nm of torque on transmission of six automatic accelerations and 420 Nm for manuals.

This Japanese manufacturer has not announced the price of this SUV. However, it is estimated that the value is more expensive when compared to the standard price of 3,593 million rupees to 3,821 million rupees (equivalent to Rp700.2 million to Rp744.7 million).

The model has also been launched in the mid-hybrid variant for the South African market some time ago, one of the hallmarks of Fortuner Mild Hybrid, namely the 48 V logo in the trunk, more precisely under the lights and the text of emphasis on machines.

This car still maintains the same engine, namely 2,800cc 1GD-FTV which vomits 201 hp and 500 Nm torque. In addition, it is combined with a generator of 16 hp and 42 Nm torque, as well as a 48-volt battery.

Toyota interestingly said that the consumption of fuel from Fortuner one was much better, even up to 5 percent, because there were some improvements such as the Idling stop feature to smoother engine restart.

As for the price, Fortuner Mild Hybrid in South Africa starts from 834,800 rands or around Rp712 million, to the most expensive, reaching 961,800 rands or Rp820 million.