TOYOTA SAYS: A number of minor changes have been made to the Fortuner as well as a revised range for this, the most popular SUV in South Africa with 7193 sales in 2008. This placed the Fortuner ninth in the top ten list of passenger vehicles for the year.
The Fortuner retains its 5-model line-up based on a choice of 4.0-litre V6 petrol or 3.0-litre D-4D diesel engines and choice of Raised Body 4X2 or 4X4 driveline but the models that make up the range change. The 4.0-litre V6 petrol 4X4 with manual transmission is discontinued while the 4.0-litre V6 Raised Body 4X2 manual transmission model is replaced by one with automatic transmission to join the established 4X4 automatic model. In both cases the transmission is an advanced 5-speed electronically controlled unit.
The range of 3.0-litre D-4D engine models is expanded from two to three variants. The existing Fortuner 3.0 D-4D 4X2 Raised Body manual and the 3.0 D-4D 4X4 manual are retained. An addition to the Fortuner 3.0 D-4D line-up is a Raised Body 4X2 model with automatic transmission. The automatic transmission fitted to the Fortuner 3.0 D-4D model is a 4-speed electronically controlled unit.
The 4.0-litre petrol engine produces 175kW with a maximum torque of 376Nm. The 3.0 D-4D diesel engine produces 120kW with maximum torque of 343Nm.
The revisions to the model line-up come together with a number of interior and exterior specification changes that offer both styling and functional improvements to the Fortuner. Changes to the exterior are highlighted by a revised frontal treatment with a new headlamp design. The rear combination lamp design is also new. The power side mirrors are now power retractable. The size of the alloy wheels in increased from 16 inch to 17 inch diameter fitted with 265/65 R17 tyres.
Functional items added to the interior specification include 6-way power adjustment for the driver’s seat; a dual system (split front and rear) auto-air conditioner with climate control and improved air distribution to the third seat position; and steering wheel mounted satellite controls for the audio system. Cruise control is now also included in the specification on the 4.0 V6 and 3.0 D-4D models.
Aesthetic improvements include wood panel inserts for the centre cluster and power window switch surrounds, and a larger vanity mirror with cover. Seat covers are now “Sand Beige” a darker shade than the existing Ivory upholstery.
Side and curtain shield airbags are fitted to all models in the range. On the 3.0 D-4D derivatives an electronic driver aids package including Vehicle Stability Control, ABS, EBD, VSC, Brake Assist is fitted. The ABS is fitted to the 4.0 V6 petrol models.
Fuel tank capacity is increased by 23% for extended range, a feature that will be welcomed by those owners that use their vehicles in remote areas. Fuel tank capacity is now 80 litres, a 15 litre improvement over the original tank capacity.
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