The Toyota Fortuner has received significant updates for its 2024 model. No, this isn’t a full-model change, but specific trims were bumped up in power, and it gets more onboard safety and convenience features as well.
The Thai-spec 2024 Toyota Fortuner GR-S
The updated Fortuner for 2024, which was launched in Thailand, gets a 20 horsepower and 50 Nm bump for the GR Sport trim’s 2.8-liter turbodiesel mill. This brings its total engine output to 224 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque.
The rest of the lineup meanwhile, retains the same engine output. For your reference, the 2.8-liter on the Philippine-spec Toyota Fortuner LTD and Q trims can make up to 201 horsepower and 550 Nm of torque. The 2.4-liter entry-level V and G variants, in turn, make 147 horsepower and 400 Nm of torque.
The Thai-spec Fortuner Legender, or LTD in the Philippines
Besides upping its output, Toyota also gave the 2024 Fortuner wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. This will pair well with the wireless smartphone charging pad that’s already present on the pre-update Fortuner LTD and Fortuner GR-S.
Safety-wise, the Thai-spec Toyota SUV also gets tire pressure monitoring, blind-spot monitoring, rear-cross traffic alert, and a 360-degree for all of its trims. Note that for the Philippine model, most of these features are only available to the GR-S, LTD, and Q variants.
The Legender (LTD) also promises to provide a more compliant ride as of the 2024 model. This is thanks to the addition of new shock absorbers. In the current local Fortuner variant lineup, only the top-spec GR-S comes with monotube shock absorbers.
The entry-level Fortuner Leader for the Thai market
Last but not least, the Thai-spec Fortuner Leader (Q, V, and G trims in the Philippines) now sports the front fascia of the Legender (LTD) trim.
For now, Toyota Motor Philippines is yet to disclose when these updates will reach the local market. Being that we source our Fortuner units from Thailand though, we’re guessing that it’s only a matter of time.
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Know more about Toyota Fortuner 2024
The Toyota Fortuner 2024 sold in our market spans six five trim levels and 11 variants. Toyota Fortuner prices in the Philippines range from PHP 1,769,000 for the Fortuner G 2.4 M/T to PHP 2,650,000 for the flagship GR Sport 2.8 A/T. This midsize SUV spans two turbodiesel options, with most of the range equipped with a 6-speed automatic gearbox (6-speed manual for the base variant) as well as a 4x2 drivetrain (4x4 is available on the LTD trim and is standard on the GR Sport). The Fortuner brings a length of 4,795mm, a width of 1,855mm, and a height of 1,835mm on a 2,745mm wheelbase.
The lowest monthly installment starts at Php 19,683 for the G 2.4 4x2, with 60-month payment terms on a 50 percent downpayment. As a contender in the midsize SUV segment, the Toyota Fortuner faces off against a slew of rivals including the Mitsubishi Montero Sport, Nissan Terra, Ford Everest, Isuzu mu-X, and Foton Toplander.
Toyota Fortuner Launch
Toyota Philippines launched the 2021 Fortuner facelift in late 2020 with the addition of the new and distinct variant called LTD. All of the variants introduced by the Japanese carmaker come with an automatic transmission except
the G variant which has to option to go for a manual transmission. Only the top-ranging LTD variants are benefited by a 4x4 drivetrain and a two-tone paint that comes with a blacked-out roof.
One of the best and new features the facelifted model brought in the country is the more powerful engine. The 7-seater midsize SUV now offers Filipino car buyers a 2.8-liter 1GD-FTV diesel engine that allows it to join the 500 Club
alongside other midsize SUVs in the country such as the Ford Everest and Chevrolet Trailblazer. Since the Fortuner's entry in the local market in 2005, TMP has already sold over 220,000 units of the unit.
Toyota Fortuner Exterior
The Toyota Fortuner gets a more confident and stylish design. The top-spec LTD comes with a 2-tone color black roof color lineup, a bolder and sportier front and rear bumper design, and machine-cut 18-inch alloy wheels. Split-type LED headlamps and LED front foglamps, sequential turn signal lamps, and the redesigned LED rear combination lamps give the LTD variant a more dynamic design while maintaining visibility on Philippine roads.
The Toyota Fortuner gets a more confident and stylish design
On the other hand, the Q and V variants of the new Fortuner get LED foglamps and redesigned LED rear combination lamps, as well as Bi-Beam LED Headlamps with LED Line Guide - Daytime Running Lights (DRL). Meanwhile, G variants also now come with Bi-Beam LED Headlamps with LED DRL.
Toyota Fortuner Interior
The Toyota Fortuner LTD variants offer a more premium interior feel as compared to other variants thanks to its variant-exclusive leather with maroon accent seat material. Another feature found in the top-spec variant only is the leather plus galaxy black trim steering wheel which complements the seats. The G and V variants come with fabric upholstery, while the Q variants benefit from leather upholstery.
The maroon trims are excellent touches
Standard features for the 7-seater midsize SUV include a 4.2-inch multi-information display (MID), tilt and telescopic steering column, four cupholders and two bottle holders up front, two cupholders and two bottle holders at the rear, 60:40 split for the 2nd-row passengers with 1-touch tumble with center armrest, and 50:50 split for the third-row seats. A cool box is included for all variants except the base G variants.
Technology & Safety Features
Comfort and entertainment are guaranteed the whole journey for the driver and passengers as LTD and Q variants have 8-Way Power Adjust front seats, and Front Seat Ventilation System for the LTD variant. Never lose power with the wireless charger and rear USB chargers available on LTD, Q, and V grades, and experience premium sound quality over the LTD variants’ 9-speaker JBL sound system. The new Fortuner also comes with either a seven- or eight-inch infotainment touchscreen depending on the variant. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility is standard across all variants of the new Toyota Fortuner.
The new Fortuner also come with either a seven- or eight-inch infotainment touchscreen depending on the variant
Comfort and entertainment is guaranteed the whole journey for the driver and passengers
Standard safety features in the SUV include dual-SRS airbags and driver's knee airbag (LTD variants get side and curtain airbags), an anti-lock braking system (ABS) with brake assist and electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), vehicle stability control (VSC) with traction control, hill-start assist control (HAC), and ISOFIX tethers. The higher-trim Q and LTD variants are installed with a pre-collision system (PCS), lane departure alert with yaw assist, and adaptive cruise control (ACC).
Platform & Chassis
The Toyota Fortuner Philippines is a five-door midsize SUV that is built on the same IMV platform as the Hilux and Innova. The three models share the same engines, but the outputs and displacements differ. The front suspension is handled by the fully independent double-wishbone, while a rigid axle with coil springs handles the rear suspension. This seven-seater SUV has a length of 4,795 mm, a width of 1,855 mm, a wheelbase of 2,745 mm, and a ground clearance of 193 mm.
All variants share the same brake and suspension parts
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Engine & Drivetrain
The new Toyota Fortuner LTD and Q variants are powered by a 2.8-liter diesel engine that delivers 201 hp and 500 Nm of torque. On the other hand, the V and G variants of the model come with a 2.4-liter diesel engine that generates 148 hp and 400 Nm of torque. All variants come with a six-speed automatic transmission except for the entry-level G variant, which has a 6-speed manual transmission.
The new Toyota Fortuner LTD and Q variants are powered by a 2.8-liter diesel engine
All variants of the 7-seater midsize SUV utilize a 4x2 drivetrain. However, Toyota Motor Philippines also offers a 4x4 drivetrain which is made available only on the top-ranging LTD variant that comes with auto disconnect differential and differential lock for a more seamless off-roading ride.
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Available colors for the Toyota Fortuner 2024 are Silver Metallic, Attitude Black Mica, White Pearl Crystal Shine, Sparkling Black Pearl Crystal Shine, Attitude Black Mica, Gray Metallic, Silver Metallic, and Super White II.
For off-road capability, the Toyota Fortuner 2024 is equipped with a rear-locking differential that works with its four-wheel drivetrain. Toyota Safety Sense is standard on the Q, LTD, and GR Sport trims, bringing driver-assist features such as a pre-collision system and adaptive cruise control. Upper-spec variants also come with a panoramic view monitor that provides a 360-degree view of the vehicle’s exterior. Also, the Fortuner Philippines is the only one in its class that offers ventilated front seats.
Toyota Fortuner Pros & Cons
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Toyota Fortuner Q&A
1. Does the Toyota Fortuner have 7 seats?
Yes, it is a midsize SUV that has 7 seats.
2. Will the Toyota Fortuner 2024 have a sunroof?
Unfortunately, no. Sunroofs are not available on the Toyota Fortuner 2024.
3. What is special about the safety system of the Toyota Fortuner 2024?
The safety system of the Toyota Fortuner 2024 has been improved because it includes Blind spot indicators with rear cross-traffic alert, stability control, traction control, and hill start assist.
4. How is the Toyota Fortuner price in the Philippines?
The price of Toyota Fortuner is quite good. It ranges from 1,769,000 Php for the entry-level G 2.4 4x2 MT to 2,650,000 Php for the top-of-the-line Toyota Fortuner GR Sport 2.8 Diesel 4x4 AT.
5. Which Toyota Fortuner Philippines color is best?
It’s difficult to tell which color is best since this depends on each one’s preference. However, Fortuner 2024 black and Fortuner 2024 white seem to be popular choices.
₱ 1,736,000 - ₱ 2,595,000
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