Toyota Fortuner

Overview

Toyota Fortuner,also known by its other name Toyota SW4 is a medium sized SUV that was built on the Toyota Hilux pickup truck platform by the numero-uno automobile manufacturer of the world, Toyota Motors since year 2005. Fortuner is made available in four wheel drive or rear wheel drive and has became one of the best selling SUV in Bangladesh. Toyota Fortuner has a high-demand value because of its aggressive and muscular styling with large exterior measurements and Toyota's brand lineage. Fortuner consists of a 2.7-litre petrol engine (2TR-FE),DOHC of 4 cylinder,16 valve, Variable Valve Timing with intelligence type that produces a maximum power output of 118 kw at 5200 rpm and maximum torque of 241 Nm at 3800 rpm integrated with an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system. The 2.7-litre engine embedded giant reaches to a maximum speed of 180 kmph in just around 13.7 seconds accelerating from 0 to 100 kmph and results in a combined rated economy of 12.3 litres over 100 kilometers.

Toyota Fortuner is embraced with bold aggressive looks and stylish features that enhance its unique outlook. The neatly designed grille on the front with a uniquely clustered designing add a value point to its exteriors. The headlamps are equipped with sensors in it and the front fog lamps are embraced with silver bezel on its surroundings. Fortuner is fascinated with beautiful eye catching exterior color tones with smoke painted headlamps, rear combination lamps and electrically retractable side mirrors in it.

Fortuner is accentuated with a cabin of black-wooden finish that provides a soothing feel to your eyes. The steering control is engineered with MID and audio switch controls in it to have an easy access to audio system. The multi-information display displays information such as outside temperature, average and current fuel consumption, cruising range, driving time, average speed and compass. The adjustable Optitron meter integrated with a turquoise blue light fascinates you the most with the sharp color. The audio system is 2-DIN type with a CD/MP3 player in it and 6 speakers embedded inside the car.

Safety in Toyota Fortuner is ensured with Anti-lock braking system integrated with an Electronic Brake force distribution and a Brake Assist system for a safe and instant braking. The front and rear parking sensors helps you while parking the car. SRS airbags for front passenger and driver with seat belt pretensioners prevents you during collisions. The additional safety features included in Fortuner are Vehicle Stability control system, Load Sensing Proportioning and Bypass Valve and side impact beams on all doors.

Mileage and Fuel economy

The 2.7-litre robust petrol engine results to a manually calculated efficient fuel economy of 12.3 litres over 100 kilometres including the busy city roads and highways combined.

Power

Toyota Fortuner under the hood is hinged with a single engine variant that is responsible for its efficient output and performance. The 2.7 litre (2TR-FE) Petrol engine DOHC 4 cylinder with 16 valve, Variable Valve Timing with intelligence mechanism generates a maximum power of 118 kW at 5200 rpm and a maximum torque of 241 Nm at 3800 rpm.

Acceleration & Pickup

Toyota Fortuner accelerates from halt to 100 kmph in a less than average time duration of 13.7 seconds attaining a maximum speed of 180 kmph by its powerful 2.7 litre engine with DOHC and Variable Valve Timing with intelligence specification embraced in it.

Exterior

Toyota Fortuner has shared its styling features with Toyota Hilux, its contemporary. Fortuner is designed to show its bold aggressive look on the road with unique styling. The cluster design element features a headlight flanked by a neatly integrated grille over it. The headlamps consists of HID offering auto leveling feature, equipped with auto-lights on sensors in it and the Front fog lamps are comprised with silver bezel that adds a sporty look to the car. The beautifully carved lines flows from the front windscreen from one end of bonnet to the other and ends into the grille. The smoke painted front headlamps and rear combination lamps often turn heads while walking on the road. Fortuner is embraced with side electrically retractable side mirrors that is color coded in all Fortuner models available with a rear mounted spoiler that has got a in-built LED stop lamp in it. Toyota Fortuner is made available in 7 mesmerizing exterior color tones such as Silky Gold, Dark Steel Mica, Glacier White, Sterling Silver Metallic, Pacific Blue Metallic, Charcoal Grey Metallic and Eclipse Black Metallic.

Exterior Measurements

Toyota Fortuner is comprised of an external measurement of 4705 mm in length, 1840 mm in width and 1850 mm in its height along its roof rail with a long decent wheelbase of 2750 mm giving a 220 mm ground clearance to the vehicle.

Interior

Toyota Fortuner features a set of eye-catching interiors with an ergonomically designed interface of black-wooden finish that also offer a comfort of good value to the inside passengers. The steering system is of Rack and Pinion type with MID and audio switch controls engineered in it that lets you navigate easily without compromising with the style and comfort. The multi-information display is designed to display information like outside temperature,average and current fuel consumption, cruising range, driving time, average speed and compass. The adjustable Optitron meter featured with a turquoise blue light lets you have the maximum visibility irrespective of the lightening condition. The 2-DIN audio system is comprised of 6 speakers with a CD, MP3 player, Tuner, AUX jack and Bluetooth connectivity and a printed antenna. The automatic dual air conditioning system maintains a cool temperature inside the cabin during hot weather conditions for both front and rear seat passengers.

Interior Comfort

The interior comfort in Toyota Fortuner is ensured by luxurious Leather upholsteries that provides a comfortable seating for long run rides. The automatic air conditioning system with in-built front and rear vents provides a cool airy space inside the car during hot weather conditions outside. The power windows are engineered on driver's panel with auto up and down and jam protection feature. Fortuner provides an additional storage by console box with lid and rear cup holders, glove box with a key and sunglass holders. The luggage tray embedded inside the car has also got a luggage net in it.

Interior Measurements

Toyota Fortuner, the SUV incorporates a decent boot space of 296 litres that can be used to carry lightweight luggage. The rear seats if folded can result to a large boot space of up to 600 litres which is more than enough for carrying luggage. The cargo space is increased by the rear cup holders,glove boxes and sunglass holders.

Engine and Performance

Toyota Fortuner is comprised of single engine variants which produces an efficient performance of the car. The 2.7-litre Petrol engine (2TR-FE) is of 4 cylinder type with a 16 valve mechanism of Variable Valve Timing with intelligence, DOHC specification that generates a maximum power output of 118 kW at 5200 rpm and releases a maximum torque of 241 Nm at 3800 rpm. The 2.7 litre petrol engine is designed with an Electronic Fuel Injection (EFI) system and a 4 speed automatic transmission to increase the engine efficiency.

Stereo and Accessories

Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a Touch screen DVD display with a voice control navigation system embedded in it. The touch screen audio visual system enhances the entertainment of the occupants by its visual display. The audio system is comprised of 2-DIN head unit CD/DVD player with Tuner that provides a wide range of infotainment to the passengers sitting inside. Passengers have a liberty to listen to the music they wish for via AUX jack and Bluetooth connectivity embraced by the stereo system. The 6 speakers ensures a premium sound quality inside the car.

Wheels

The external control over this giant SUV is handled by its 17 inches alloy wheels with a decent tire size of 265/65 R17 that ensures a smooth ride irrespective of any road surface.

Braking and Handling

The front and rear braking system in Toyota Fortuner is handled by Ventilated Disc / Leading-trailing Drums with front and rear suspension of Independent Double Wishbone with Coil Spring / 4-Link with Coil Spring and Lateral Rod. Braking system further incorporates an Anti-lock Braking system coupled with Electronic brake force distribution and an Emergency Braking System in it.

Safety and Security

The Active safety system in Toyota Fortuner involves an Anti-lock braking system integrated with an Electronic Brake force distribution and a Brake Assist system that applies brakes instantly when car is about to get skid and prevents the car from loosing its control. The parking sensors prevents the car from collision while parking and the Load Sensing Proportioning and Bypass Valve also contributes in enhancing the braking system of the car. The Passive safety system includes SRS airbags embedded for the driver and front passenger and the seat belts are coupled with pretensioners and force limiters for front seated persons. The Vehicle Stability control system maintains a control over the stability of the vehicle with additional safety features such as side impact beams incorporated on all doors and clusters that absorb energy are embedded in the roof.

Pros

Off – road capability
Incorporates a manageable size

Cons

Interiors are not up to the mark
The steering mechanism should be improved
high maintenance