Toyota Fortuner – More Luxury, More Style, More Features

Without fear of overstatement, the Toyota Fortuner is one SUV that definitely needs no introduction – it has firmly entrenched itself in the local marketplace and has been a runaway success since its inception way back in 2006. Now in its second generation, the 7-seat Fortuner continues to offer the perfect blend of styling, versatility, off-road prowess and practicality. Forming part of the Innovative Modular Vehicle (IMV) platform and sharing mechanical componentry with the revered Hilux, the Toyota Fortuner has found mass appeal with the South African public.

For 2020, the design and engineering teams focused on amplifying those core attributes that have made it so successful – sharpened styling, enhanced specification levels and improved performance all forming part of the brief.

New Flagship Grade

While a two-tier grade strategy (entry and mid) has been in place since introduction, changing market requirements have led to the introduction of a new ‘range-topper’ in the form of the new 2.8 GD-6 VX. The VX suffix is employed on Toyota’s other SUV ranges (RAV4, Prado and Land Cruiser 200) and denotes the highest specification level on offer.

Exterior Styling

The design team focused on retaining the characteristic profile of Fortuner while accentuating and refreshing the façade. At the front a larger, blacked-out grille with wave-like mesh pattern (gloss finish on VX) is accompanied by a silver-accented "skid-plate" underrun for a tougher, more integrated look. Re-profiled Bi-LED headlamps provide a sleeker look and these are further enhanced by prominent chrome accent strips that bridge the grille and headlamp assemblies.

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