2016 TOYOTA FORTUNER
The 2016 Toyota Fortuner has finally been unveiled in
Thailand. The second-generation Hilux-based seven-seater SUV has been totally
redesigned with a sleek new look, a more premium-looking interior and a range
of new engines. Will be launch in Indonesia at the end of 2015.
The lineup includes two new GD turbodiesels –
a 2.8 litre 1GD-FTV that develops 177 hp at 3,400 rpm and 450 Nm from
1,600-2,400 rpm, as well as a 2.4 litre 2GD-FTV that pushes out 150 hp at 3,400
rpm and 400 Nm from 1,600-2,000 rpm. Taking over from the current 2.5 and 3.0
litre options, they feature common-rail direct-injection and variable nozzle
turbocharging, the 2.8 litre also gets auto start-stop.
Also available is a 2.7 litre petrol with
Dual VVT-i, improved combustion and less friction, it churns out 166 hp at
5,200 rpm and 245 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
In Thailand, only the base 2.4G gets a
six-speed “intelligent” manual transmission with rev-matching; the 2.4V, 2.7G
and 2.8G receive the new six-speed automatic with paddle shifters as standard,
with only the 2.8 litre oil burner getting the option of four-wheel drive. Hope
that automatic gearbox and 4WD to be produce in Indonesia.
The range kicks off with the 1,199,000 Baht for 2.4G with fog lights, keyless entry, push-button start, a tilt- and telescopic-adjustable steering wheel, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, a 220 V power socket, three airbags (including one for the driver’s knee), Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), traction control, Trailer Sway Control (TSC) and hill-start assist.
Moving up to either the 1,369,000 Baht 2.4V or the 1,449,000 Baht 2.7V nets you dual-beam LED headlights with LED daytime running lights, puddle lights, brown leather upholstery, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, a powered tailgate, auto air-conditioning for all three rows, a touchscreen navigation system, a reverse camera and side and curtain airbags.
At the top of the range, the 1,529,000 Baht 2.8G variant also receives cruise control, while the 1,599,000 Baht 2.8G 4x4 gains tan leather upholstery and hill descent control.
We hope that all variant will be offered about IDR 410 - 550 million in Indonesia.
