TOYOTA FORTUNER

The 2025 Toyota Fortuner for India is a ladder‑frame, 7‑seater SUV built primarily for tough usage and long‑distance comfort. It continues with petrol, diesel and new mild‑hybrid diesel options, and adds special trims like the Leader Edition and GR‑S. For 2025 there are eight core variants in India, spread across 4x2 and 4x4 layouts, manual and automatic transmissions, including a 48V MHEV (Neo Drive). Key highlights include robust 2.7‑litre petrol and 2.8‑litre turbo‑diesel engines, up to 204 bhp, 4x4 with low range, strong towing ability, and a feature set that now includes ventilated seats on higher trims, connected infotainment and additional cosmetic/feature packages on the Leader Edition and GR‑S.

Variants

Variant Line‑up (2025 India)

\Power/torque figures aligned with current Indian‑spec Fortuner diesels; petrol and some diesel sub‑variants rounded from typical manufacturer data.
\*Leader Edition in practice is a dealer‑level cosmetic/feature kit applied on the 4x2 diesel MT/AT base; core powertrain specs match the equivalent non‑Leader 4x2 diesel.

All variants feature:

• Body‑on‑frame construction
• Front engine, rear‑wheel drive (4x2) or selectable 4x4 with low range (4x4)
• Double‑wishbone front + 4‑link coil‑spring rear suspension
• Rack‑and‑pinion steering with electric power assist

Dimensions & Capacities

(Common for all 2025 Indian Fortuner variants; minor kerb‑weight variations by trim/gearbox.)

Available Colours (India, 2025 Fortuner)

Core factory palette from current Fortuner, plus dual‑tone options on special editions. Leader Edition dual‑tone is black roof over body colour.

Colour Availability by Variant

Notes:

• Leader Edition: officially highlighted with Attitude Black, Pearl White, Silver Metallic and Super White, all with black roof (dual‑tone).
• GR‑S: usually restricted to Attitude Black and Platinum White Pearl in most markets; Indian allocation follows this limited palette.
• Actual availability by dealer may vary; above table reflects intended factory palette mapping.

Key Features by Trim / Variant

Features scale with engine/drive and special packages. Where not explicitly differentiated, assume common across the range.

1. 4x2 AT 2.7 Petrol

Safety & ADAS

• 7 SRS airbags (front, side, curtain, driver knee)
• ABS with EBD & Brake Assist
• Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) with Traction Control (TRC)
• Hill‑Assist Control (HAC)
• 3‑point seatbelts for all rows, ISOFIX child‑seat anchors (2nd row)
• Rear parking sensors
• Rear‑view camera with static guidelines
• Engine immobiliser, alarm

Infotainment & Connectivity

• 8.0‑inch touchscreen infotainment
• Android Auto & Apple CarPlay (wired)
• Bluetooth, USB, AUX‑in, AM/FM radio
• 6‑speaker audio
• Steering‑mounted audio, phone, voice controls
• Multi‑Information Display (MID) with colour TFT

Comfort & Interior

• Automatic climate control with rear auto cooler (roof‑mounted vents)
• Fabric upholstery
• Manually adjustable front seats
• 60:40 split, tumble 2nd row; 50:50 split, side‑fold 3rd row
• Tilt & telescopic steering adjustment
• Keyless entry with push button start
• Power windows (one‑touch, anti‑pinch driver side)
• Electrochromic (auto‑dimming) inside rear‑view mirror
• Rear AC vents with independent speed control

Exterior

• Bi‑LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs
• LED rear combination lamps
• Body‑coloured bumpers & door handles
• Electrically adjustable & retractable ORVMs with integrated turn indicators
• 17‑ or 18‑inch alloy wheels (India typically 18‑inch on higher trims; petrol often simpler design)
• Side step board
• Rear spoiler with high‑mounted stop lamp
• Roof rails (on most trims)
• Front & rear fog lamps

Performance / Off‑Road

• Drive modes: Eco / Normal / Power
• Rear‑wheel drive
• Disc brakes front & rear (ventilated front)
• Standard suspension tuning for comfort & stability

2. Leader Edition 4x2 MT 2.7 Diesel

(and 4. Leader Edition 4x2 AT 2.7 Diesel)

Leader Edition is primarily a cosmetic and feature pack on the diesel 4x2 MT & AT.

Additional / Distinctive Leader Edition Elements (over equivalent non‑Leader 4x2 Diesel):

• Revised front grille with latticed slats and ‘FORTUNER’ bonnet lettering
• Blacked‑out grille surround and front skid plate styling changes
• Updated front bumper design and layered lower fascia
• Black 18‑inch alloy wheels
• Blacked‑out exterior accents (mirrors, roof, some trims) depending on base colour
• Dual‑tone paint with black roof over select body colours
• Rear bumper with revised styling
• Auto‑folding ORVMs (added)
• Illuminated scuff plates (front)
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
• Unique interior theme: black‑and‑maroon seat and door trim finish
• Leader Edition badging (exterior and/or interior, depending on kit)

Shared Core Features with Standard 4x2 Diesel Trims

Safety & ADAS:

• 7 airbags, ABS with EBD, VSC with TRC
• Hill‑Assist Control
• Rear sensors & camera
• ISOFIX, engine immobiliser

Infotainment & Connectivity:

• 8.0‑inch touchscreen, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
• 6 speakers
• Steering controls, MID

Comfort & Interior:

• Automatic climate control with rear auto cooler
• Fabric or leather‑trim (depending on dealer kit; base is fabric or leatherette)
• 6‑way manual driver’s seat (MT), power‑adjust driver’s seat (often on AT)
• Push‑button start, smart keyless entry

Exterior:

• LED headlamps & DRLs, LED tail lamps
• Side steps, roof rails, rear spoiler

Performance:

• Same 2.7‑litre diesel (as specified in your list) with 6‑MT or 6‑AT
• Rear‑wheel drive; Eco/Normal/Power modes on AT

3. 4x2 MT 2.8 Diesel

Safety & ADAS

• 7 airbags
• ABS with EBD & BA
• VSC with Traction Control
• Hill‑Assist Control
• Trailer Sway Control (on diesel variants)
• Rear parking sensors & camera
• ISOFIX child‑seat mounts
• Engine immobiliser, alarm

Infotainment & Connectivity

• 8.0‑inch touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
• 6‑speaker audio system (some markets up to 11‑speaker JBL on higher trims; in India usually on higher AT/4x4)
• Bluetooth, USB, AUX‑in
• Colour TFT MID

Comfort & Interior

• Automatic climate control (dual A/C) with auto rear cooler
• Fabric or leather seats depending on sub‑trim (often leather on higher 2.8 variants)
• 6‑way power‑adjustable driver seat on many 2.8‑diesel trims
• Leather‑wrapped steering wheel and gear knob
• Cruise control
• Ambient lighting elements (subtle)
• Split‑folding and tumble 2nd and 3rd rows as on other variants

Exterior

• Bi‑LED projector headlamps with LED DRLs
• LED front fog lamps, rear fog lamp
• 18‑inch machine‑finished alloy wheels (typical on 2.8 diesels)
• Chrome front grille highlights and window beltline
• Roof rails, rear spoiler, side steps
• Puddle lamps under ORVMs (on higher trims)

Performance / Off‑Road

• 2.8‑litre turbo‑diesel, 201 bhp, 420 Nm (MT)
• 6‑speed manual with iMT‑style rev‑matching (market‑dependent; smooth shift)
• Drive modes: Eco / Normal / Power
• Rear‑wheel drive
• Strong mid‑range for towing & highway performance

5. 4x2 AT 2.8 Diesel

Builds on 4x2 MT 2.8 Diesel with additional comfort and sometimes more equipment.

Additional / Distinctive Features (over 4x2 MT 2.8 Diesel)

• 6‑speed automatic with sequential shift and paddle shifters
• Higher‑end trims often include:
• 8‑way power driver seat
• Ventilated front seats (available on top diesel AT in India)
• Electrochromic IRVM (if not already standard)
• Possibly JBL 11‑speaker premium audio on the top 4x2 AT diesel variant
• Enhanced convenience:
• Power tailgate with height memory and jam protection on top AT trims
• Front parking sensors (often reserved for top diesel AT/4x4)

Other safety, infotainment, interior and exterior features remain broadly aligned with the 2.8 MT but with a comfort and equipment uplift.

6. 4x4 MT 2.8 Diesel

This is the traditional off‑road‑oriented Fortuner with manual gearbox and full 4x4 hardware.

Safety & ADAS

• Same base suite: 7 airbags, ABS+EBD+BA, VSC, TRC, HAC, Trailer Sway Control
• Downhill Assist Control (DAC) often standard on 4x4 trims
• Rear camera & parking sensors

Infotainment & Connectivity

• 8.0‑inch touchscreen with Android Auto/Apple CarPlay
• 6‑speaker or optional JBL 11‑speaker system (depending on trim)
• Steering‑mounted controls, TFT MID

Comfort & Interior

• Automatic climate control with rear auto cooler
• Leather upholstery more common on 4x4 variants
• Power driver seat (dependant on sub‑trim; many 4x4s get it)
• Multi‑mode drive selector and 4x4 transfer case lever/knob
• Cruise control
• Soft‑touch dash with woodgrain‑style trim and metallic accents

Exterior

• 18‑inch alloy wheels with 265/60 R18 tyres
• Skid plates for underbody protection (engine/front)
• Roof rails, side steps, rear spoiler
• LED lighting suite as on 2.8 AT

Off‑Road Capability

• Part‑time 4x4 with low‑range transfer case (H2, H4, L4)
• Limited‑Slip Differential (via electronics) and/or Rear Differential Lock on some 4x4 trims (market‑dependent)
• Hill‑Assist Control & Downhill Assist Control
• ~700 mm wading depth (typical for ladder‑frame SUVs of this class)
• Robust ladder‑frame chassis and suspension tune geared for rough terrain

7. Neo Drive 4x4 AT 2.8 MHEV (48V Mild Hybrid)

New mild‑hybrid diesel 4x4 AT, marketed as Neo Drive in India.

Safety & ADAS

• 7 airbags, ABS+EBD+BA, VSC, TRC, HAC, DAC, Trailer Sway Control
• Electronic parking brake with auto‑hold (where equipped with MHEV updates; market‑dependent)
• TPMS (increasingly standard on upper trims)
• 360‑degree camera on some MHEV/upper trims (if offered; otherwise reverse camera + sensors)

Infotainment & Connectivity

• 8.0‑inch (or upgraded) touchscreen with Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
• Connected‑car tech (selected telematics functions) on latest Neo Drive versions in some markets
• Premium audio option: JBL 11‑speaker system more likely on this top mechanical spec
• Multiple USB‑A/USB‑C ports front and rear

Comfort & Interior

• Leather seats (Chamois or Black options)
• Ventilated front seats (driver & passenger)
• 8‑way power adjustable driver seat (often memory for driver not always present in India)
• Power tailgate with height memory & jam protection
• Ambient cabin lighting and higher‑grade soft‑touch materials
• Keyless entry & push start
• Auto‑folding ORVMs, puddle lamps
• Possibly wireless charger (on highest trims if included with MHEV update)

Exterior

• 18‑inch alloy wheels (unique design for MHEV / high trim)
• Full LED lighting (headlamps, DRLs, fog lamps, tail lamps)
• Chrome and dark‑finish exterior accents for a more upscale look
• Roof rails, side steps, rear spoiler

Performance / Off‑Road (MHEV‑specific)

• 2.8‑litre diesel + 48V mild‑hybrid system
• Integrated starter‑generator provides electric assist at low speeds
• Regenerative braking recovers energy
• Enhanced low‑end torque feel and smoother stop/start
• Potentially improved fuel efficiency vs non‑hybrid 2.8 4x4 AT
• Part‑time 4x4 with low range (H2/H4/L4)
• Drive modes: Eco, Normal, Sport (mapped to both engine & hybrid assistance)

8. GR‑S 4x4 AT 2.8 Diesel (GR Sport)

The GR‑S is the performance‑styled flagship with Gazoo Racing tuning.

Safety & ADAS

• Same baseline: 7 airbags, ABS+EBD+BA, VSC, TRC, HAC, DAC, Trailer Sway Control
• TPMS standard
• Front + rear parking sensors
• Rear camera (some markets get 360‑camera; India may stick to reverse cam + sensors)
• GR‑S specific suspension tune with enhanced body‑control (also a safety benefit)

Infotainment & Connectivity

• 8.0‑inch touchscreen (often with GR‑specific start‑up graphics)
• Android Auto & Apple CarPlay
• JBL 11‑speaker premium audio system common on GR‑S
• Steering‑mounted controls, large colour TFT MID

Comfort & Interior

• GR‑Sport interior theme:
• Black cabin with red contrast stitching
• GR logos on seats, start‑up animation and possibly steering
• Sportier seats with more bolstering
• Leather / suede‑like upholstery (mix of genuine and synthetic)
• Ventilated front seats (typically standard)
• 8‑way power driver seat (and often power passenger seat on GR‑S)
• Power tailgate with memory & jam protection
• Dual‑zone climate control with rear auto cooler
• Aluminium‑style pedals (market‑dependent)
• Ambient lighting enhancements

Exterior

• GR‑S exclusive body kit:
• Sportier front bumper with larger openings and GR‑specific grille pattern
• Unique rear bumper design
• GR‑Sport badging front, rear and side
• Black‑out treatment:
• Black alloy wheels (18‑inch)
• Darkened grille, mirrors and other trims
• Limited colour palette: Attitude Black and Platinum White Pearl most common
• LED headlamps, DRLs and foglamps

Performance / Off‑Road

• Same 2.8‑litre diesel, tuned for 204 bhp & 500 Nm
• 6‑speed automatic with paddle shifters
• GR‑S specific suspension tuning:
• Different damper valving for sharper response and reduced body‑roll
• Part‑time 4x4 with low range
• Drive modes: Eco / Normal / Sport
• Same off‑road hardware as 4x4 AT (transfer case, HAC, DAC), but suspension biased a bit more towards on‑road sportiness without sacrificing core off‑road capability

Mild‑Hybrid (MHEV) Battery & Charging – Neo Drive 4x4 AT 2.8 MHEV

This is a conventional mild hybrid, not a plug‑in; it self‑charges via engine and regenerative braking.

Since it is not a plug‑in hybrid or full EV, there is no external charging time, AC/DC rate, or rated EV‑only range.

Towing, Payload & Off‑Road Capability (All Fortuner Variants)

Towing & Payload (Indicative for India‑spec Fortuner)

(Exact certified tow ratings can depend on homologation; above is typical for this platform.)

Off‑Road Hardware (4x4 Variants: 4x4 MT 2.8, Neo Drive 4x4 AT 2.8 MHEV, GR‑S 4x4 AT 2.8)

• Part‑time 4x4 with 2H / 4H / 4L selector
• Low‑range transfer case for steep gradients and heavy towing
• Hill‑Assist Control (HAC) & Downhill Assist Control (DAC)
• Electronic aids:
• Active Traction Control
• Vehicle Stability Control with off‑road‑oriented calibration
• High ground clearance and favourable approach/departure angles
• Underbody protection (engine/front differential)
• 265/60 R18 all‑terrain‑capable tyres
• Robust ladder‑frame chassis and long‑travel suspension
• Water wading and articulation suitable for medium‑to‑hard trails

4x2 variants retain the high ground clearance and tough chassis but without transfer case or low range; suitable for mild off‑road / rough road use rather than serious trail work.