Toyota Fortuner - Variants explained

Toyotas have been known for their reliability and sheer driving pleasure, and Fortuner is not an exception either. Offering you the best of both worlds, the Fortuner is the finest blend of an off-roader encompassing all the luxuries of an urban commuter.

The Toyota Fortuner is based on the pickup Hilux that gets it to attain all-terrain conquering abilities and since it is meant to manoeuvre around urban areas more, the company has blessed it with plenty of practical and convenience features. Being one of the affordable seven-seaters in the UAE market, the Fortuner attracts a lot of new customers with its bold, functional looks combined with advanced ergonomics and intuitive experience overall.

Talking about the variants, it is available in three different variants - the EXR, GXR and VXR, at a starting price of AED 114,900. Let’s find out what the each of them brings to the table and which one suits your needs.

Standard features across the range

• LED tail lights
• Roof spoiler
• Roof rails
• Chrome radiator grille
• Side steps
• Multi-function steering wheel
• 80 litres of fuel tank capacity
• All-wheel drive system
• ABS with EBD
• Front and rear fog lamps
• Tyre pressure monitoring system
• Vehicle stability control
• Dual front airbags
• Rear parking sensors
• Cruise control
• Knee driver airbag
• Anti-theft system with engine immobilizer
• ISOFIX child anchors

Toyota Fortuner EXR, priced at AED 114,900, is powered by a 2.7-litre DOHC four-cylinder, VVT-i engine that churns out a max power of 166 PS at 5,200rpm and a peak torque of 244Nm at 4,000rpm, mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. It tips the scales at 2,620kg and comes with additional features like-

• Manual air conditioning
• Audio system with Bluetooth, AM/FM, USB, AUX support and 6 speakers
• 17-inch alloy wheels
• Section tyres measure 265/65-R17

Toyota Fortuner GXR, on the other hand, is priced at AED 134,900. This mid-range Fortuner variant is powered by a bigger 4.0-litre V6 DOHC, VVT-i engine that produces a peak power and torque of 238 PS and 376Nm respectively, mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox. It weighs 2,650kg, which makes it 30kg heavier than the base variant.

Here's what it adds to the kitty other than the features comprising of the spec-sheet of the Fortuner EXR.

• Rear view camera
• Rear differential lock
• Glove box cooler
• Leather and wood-trimmed steering wheel
• Push button start function
• Paddle shifters
• 4.2-inch multi-info display with TFT display
• Automatic air conditioning
• 7-inch display infotainment system
• Smart keyless entry
• Light control system
• Manual headlight levelling
• Light control system with follow me home

Toyota Fortuner VXR is the top-end variant available at a price of AED 149,900. It gets the same engine as the GXR variant, 4.0-litre V6, VVT-i with power and torque rated at 238 PS at 5,200rpm and 376Nm at 3,800rpm respectively. The power mill is mated to a 6-speed auto transmission just like the other two variants. It also weighs 2,650kg.

In addition to the above-mentioned features, the VXR variant gets some other notable ones, including -

• Bi-beam LED headlamps with DRLs
• Chrome exhaust tip
• Silver-finished front and rear bumpers
• Rear bumper step moulding
• Leather seats for utmost comfort
• 8-inch infotainment system with built-in navigation system
• 18-inch alloy wheels
• Section tyres measure 265/60-R18
• Auto headlight levelling
• Electronic back door

Exterior colour options

All the variants are available in a total of eight shades so depending on your taste and preferences, you can get your favourite Fortuner finished in any of the following colours-

• Super White
• White Pearl Crystal Shine
• Silver Metallic
• Gray Metallic
• Attitude Black Mica
• Avant-Garde Bronze Metallic
• Phantom Brown Metallic
• Nebula Blue Metallic

Interior trim options

While the Fortuner EXR and Fortuner GXR are offered with fabric seats, they get a choice to choose a pattern of Chamois fabric. The top-end Fortuner variant, however, gets an option of Saddle Tanned leather as its seat and upholstery partner.

Dimensionally, the Fortuner measures same across the range. It is 4,795mm long, 1,855mm wide and 1,835mm high. Adding a little more info, the Fortuner is available at a low monthly instalment of AED 1,060. If you wish to buy it, head straight to your nearest Toyota dealer for more information and experience the new Fortuner live.