While the new Toyota Fortuner (facelift)
undergoes testing in Thailand, South Africa has received a Toyota Fortuner
Epic. The latter is all about just some styling exclusivities and extra
equipment over the regular pre-facelift mid-size SUV.
The Toyota Fortuner Epic is made in two
variants, Epic and Epic Black. Both the variants have an enhanced exterior with
the fitment of an Epic-branded nudge-bar and tow bar. The Epic Black variant is
further distinguished with a bi-tone design with black roof, black roof rails,
black ORVMs and unique, 18-inch black alloy wheels.
The Epic variant can be purchased in
Glacier White, Chromium Silver, Graphite Grey or Avant-Garde Bronze exterior
colour. The Epic Black variant, on the other hand, comes only in Glacier White
exterior colour. Moving to the interior, the Toyota Fortuner Epic flaunts metal
scuff plates and Epic-branded carpets. The regular SUV’s features like
dual-zone automatic climate control, passive keyless entry and push start and
touchscreen infotainment system with navigation, leather upholstery are
included as standard.
Under the hood, the Toyota Fortuner Epic
has a 2.8-litre turbocharged four-cylinder diesel engine that produces a
maximum power of 177 PS at 3,400 rpm and 450 Nm of torque at 1,600-2,400 rpm. A
6-speed automatic transmission is standard. A 4WD system is available
optionally in both the variants.
Toyota Fortuner Epic Prices
- Fortuner Epic 2WD - ZAR 660,000
- Fortuner Epic 4WD - ZAR 729,000
- Fortuner Epic Black 2WD - ZAR 670,100
- Fortuner Epic Black 4WD - ZAR 739,100
