SUV king is back. Toyota Fortuner is the epitome of a cost-effective car, which is supported by quantitative data – since the model was launched in the Philippines in 2005, it has sold more than 220000 vehicles in the Philippines. All those happy customers can't be wrong.
In fact, Toyota's midsize SUV is so popular that it became the best-selling car in the country in 2017, and to the surprise of many experts, it has countless cheaper options in the market. None of the models sell higher, period.
Atsuhiro Okamoto, President of Toyota Philippines, added the background to the story. Before fortune, he said, the local car market was mainly “entry-level cars and Asian multi-purpose vehicles” because of their affordable prices.
Just last August, TMP reported that Fortuner magazine continued to dominate with a 30% market share. It is imminent and almost predictable that the recently released new edition of Fortuner is a sequel to a relationship with famous brands.
Choose your Fortuner
In TMP's network of more than 70 dealers across the country, faceted Fortuner is led by Ltd in 4×4 and 4×2 interior, followed by Q and V at variants, and G interior of at and Mt. This improved model, which emphasizes TMP, is said to be more confident and more prestige. The pre collision system, lane departure warning and adaptive cruise control system (TSS) of Toyota sense of safety (TSS) are a series of advanced driver assistance and safety systems claimed by Japanese automobile manufacturers and are being systematically introduced into their latest versions.
These units are equipped with impressive safety features: SRS airbags (seven airbags on Ltd), three-point ELR seat belts, ABS with brake assist and electronic brake force distribution, vehicle stability control with traction control and hill start assist. 4×4 Ltd. has additional downhill assist control. All variants are equipped with six clearance and back sonar, except for the panoramic display, which comes with the limited, Q, V trim or reversing camera for G.
The fog lights and the new rear combination lights of the Q and V models are fitted with LED line guided daytime running lights (DRL) with dual beam LED headlamps. G trim receives dual beam LED headlamps and LED daytime running lights.
Ltd, Q and V levels provide intelligent access function and one button start system. “The Ltd model features a leather interior with a maroon accent, as well as Galaxy black trim and interior lighting, adding a touch of refinement to the delicate interior of the vehicle. The Q variant also gets an elegant black leather interior with dark wood trim, “shared TMP.
Ltd and Q models adopt eco and Sport driving mode, while V and G decoration adopt eco and power mode. All levels have an apple CarPlay / Android Auto compatible audio system, and the Ltd, Q and V all have an 8-inch display. The Ltd variant uses a nine speaker JBL sound system.
Ltd drivers get the extra comfort of the front seat ventilation system; both the Ltd and Q are equipped with eight-way power adjustable front seats. For added convenience, wireless charging and rear USB chargers offer levels of Ltd, Q and V.
Top tier LTD
The most obvious bright spot is the new batch of top production line limited companies. These variants are characterized by these highest decorative unique elements – making them “a perfect combination of power and performance.”
The visual distinction between the sharper, more aerodynamic look of the Limited is a two-tone theme with a black roof and new sculpted front and rear bumpers. Special machine cut 18-inch alloy wheels, split LED (light emitting diode) headlamps and led front fog lamps, dynamic appearance sequential turn signal lamps and redesigned led rear combination lamps are also on display at Ltd. these contacts help to raise Ltd trims to a more complex level and surpass the value proposition of its market segment competitors.
