Toyota Fortuner 4×4 automatic launched

Fortuner 4x4 AT is the most expensive version of the SUV on sale.

The launch of an automatic four-wheel driver version was a long awaited one. Priced at Rs. 26.58 lakh ex-showroom Delhi, the Fortuner 4×4 AT is the most expensive version of the SUV on sale. After considering the revised excise duty rates, prices of the Toyota Fortuner now range between Rs. 24.26 lakh to Rs. 26.58 lakh, ex-showroom Delhi.

The Toyota Fortuner 4×4 automatic is powered by a 3.0 litre, four cylinder, turbo diesel engine developing 171PS of maximum power @ 3,600 rpm and 141Nm of peak torque @ 3,400 rpm. The engine is mated to a five-speed manual gearbox. The TRD Sportivo models of the Toyota Fortuner are powered by a 2.5 litre turbocharged diesel engine.

Toyota has also taken the chance to update the Fortuner lineup with exterior cosmetic enhancements that consist of dark grey alloy wheels, smoked head lights and tail lights, along with new chrome inserts for the fog lamp housings. Changes to the interior include all-black interiors for the 3.0 litre models. There is now also a double-DIN touch screen stereo which also has built in satellite navigation and voice recognition with steering mounted controls.

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The Toyota Fortuner is a much loved SUV in the market, thanks to it’s dominating road presence, premium appeal and hassle free maintenance and ownership. And there is no doubt that the introduction of the 4×4 automatic model is going to further the SUV’s appeal in the market.

In terms of competition, the Fortuner AT 4×4 competes against automatic 4×4 versions of rivals such as the Ford Endeavour, Chevrolet Captiva, Hyundai Santa Fe and Ssangyong Rexton.

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