Why Toyota Fortuner is so popular in India?
Bold and Stylish Design: The Fortuner stands out with its rugged and dominant look. Its bold design appeals to SUV lovers who want a powerful-looking vehicle with great road presence.
Status Symbol: Owned by many political leaders, businessmen, and other influential figures, the Fortuner is widely seen as a status symbol, representing power, authority, and success.
Powerful engine and performance: It comes with powerful 2.8-litre diesel (up to 204PS/500Nm) and 2.7-litre petrol engine (166PS/245Nm) options, offering excellent performance even on rough terrains. It also comes with 4WD.
Reliable and low maintenance: Toyota is known for its reliability, and the Fortuner is no different. It is praised for its reliability. SUVs require less maintenance, which lowers the long-term cost of ownership.
High Resale Value: The Fortuner holds its value over time. Even older models are sold at good prices. It is in high demand in the second hand car market due to several reasons mentioned above.
Should you buy a Fortuner?
All the above reasons can make you think of buying a Toyota Fortuner. However, in that case, there are two more things you need to know about the Fortuner that might make you think twice before buying it.
High price tag: It is priced from Rs 33.43 lakh to Rs 51.44 lakh (ex-showroom, Delhi), which goes up to Rs 60 lakh, on-road for the top variant. At this price point, there are many more feature-laden and luxury cars, including the BMW X1, Audi Q3, and more. The MG Gloucester is also available at a lower price as a more premium option than the Fortuner.
Driving experience: The Toyota Fortuner may be a reliable and low-maintenance SUV, but the driving experience is not as good as many other cars at the same price point.