Toyota is gearing up to launch its most powerful SUV Fortuner in a new avatar. The company is working fast on its facelift model. Also, the new Fortuner will make its global debut on December 1st in South Africa. After this it will be gradually launched in the rest of the world. It may be launched in the Indian market in the year 2027. The car was recently spotted testing on the roads of Argentina, revealing a lot of important information about its new look and features. Let us tell you about it in detail.
Sharper and more powerful design than ever
This time, the look of the new Toyota Fortuner will see major changes. According to the leaked images, it has sharp headlights and a mesh grille at the front, which looks like an all-new Hilux pickup truck. Its bumper and air intakes have also been redesigned. Although the side part will remain almost the same, new tail lamps, connected LED light bar and updated tailgate at the rear will give it a very modern look.
Premium and hi-tech cabin
As soon as you step inside the car, you will get a whole new feeling. Its cabin is expected to get a new steering wheel, digital instrument cluster and a larger touchscreen infotainment system. For safety, the company is going to make its ADAS features more advanced. Many premium features taken from the new Hilux and Toyota Tacoma can also be added to its interior.
Which vehicles will collide?
In Argentina, the SUV will first be launched in 2027 in SRX variants, followed by Diamond and GR-Sport variants. There it will compete directly with the Ford Everest and the Chevrolet Trailblazer. At the same time, after its launch in India, it will compete with powerful vehicles like Jeep Meridian, Skoda Kodiaq, Kia Sorento and Volkswagen Tyrone.
What will be special in the engine?
For Indian customers, the new Fortuner is likely to get the same reliable 2.8-litre diesel engine as before, which will come with both manual and automatic gearboxes. Apart from this, keeping in mind the stricter pollution norms, the company may also bring back the 2.7-litre petrol engine option. However, details about the engine will be clear only after its global entry on December 1.
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