Toyota Fortuner renewed to compete with Mitsubishi Pajero Sport

As competitors take turns launching upgrades, Toyota Thailand also renews its SUV model to avoid falling behind.

In the Thai market, the Chevrolet Trailblazer has an attractive price, the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Dakkar Ultimate has many features, not to mention the Isuzu mu-X has just been renewed, the Toyota Fortuner is forced to attract attention with changes.

The G version of the 2017 upgraded Fortuner has the cheapest price but is equipped with disc brakes on the rear wheels, equal to the highest-end VRZ version in Indonesia. The G version in Thailand even has some additional chrome details on the exterior.

Fortuner upgraded version in Thailand.

Fortuner V and TRD Sportivo versions are equipped with an additional electric passenger seat and fog lights with integrated LED technology. The 2.4 V diesel version with 4-wheel drive system is equipped with start-stop technology, cruise control, A-TRC active traction control and hill start assist system.

In Thailand, Fortuner 2017 is sold with 3 engine options including 2.4 diesel engine with 148 horsepower and 400 Nm torque.

The 2.7 Dual VVT-i petrol engine has a capacity of 166 horsepower and 265 Nm of torque. Finally, the 2.8 diesel engine has a capacity of 175 horsepower and 450 Nm of torque. All 3 engine versions are combined with a 6-speed automatic transmission, while the 2.4 diesel engine versions have an optional 6-speed manual transmission.

In addition to the above changes, Fortuner 2017 still retains the features of the current version such as projector headlights combined with LED bulbs, LED daytime running lights, electric driver's seat, T-Connect infotainment system with satellite navigation system and rear camera. In Thailand, the highest-end Fortuner version uses the TRD Sportivo equipment package.

The 2017 Toyota Fortuner upgrade is sold in Thailand with prices starting at $38,300 and up to $52,100.

The current generation Fortuner was launched in the Vietnamese market at the end of 2016 at the Vietnam Motor Show with a completely new design compared to the previous generation. The new style is unique instead of the previous simple and neutral style. The shape is sleek and no longer cautious and reserved like the Japanese tradition. The SUV model currently has a listed price from 981 million to 1.308 billion VND.

Fortuner's strengths are its youthfulness and its performance is no longer sluggish like the previous generation. Imported from Indonesia, but the price does not increase much compared to assembly, so sales are always high. However, those who love driving feeling and safety still do not rate Fortuner highly.

According to VNE