Toyota Fortuner prices become expensive – what changed?
Toyota Fortuner Price Hike (June 2025)
Toyota India has announced an ex-showroom price increase for multiple Fortuner variants, effective from early June 2025. Both petrol and diesel models have been affected:
- The 4×2 Petrol Automatic variant saw the highest increase of ₹68,000, bringing its ex-showroom price to ₹36.05 lakh .
- All diesel variants—4×2 & 4×4 (MT/AT), GR‑S, and Legender trims—received a uniform hike of ₹40,000 .
- As a result, the Fortuner’s price range now spans from ₹36.05 lakh to ₹52.34 lakh ex-showroom .
New Mild-Hybrid Variant: NeoDrive 48V
What is NeoDrive 48V?
It’s a 2.8-litre diesel engine equipped with a 48-volt mild-hybrid system—featuring a belt-driven motor-generator, lithium-ion battery, and DC–DC converter. This setup enhances smoothness during low-speed driving and improves fuel efficiency by about 5% .
- Launched on June 2, 2025 .
Pricing
- Fortuner NeoDrive 48V (Diesel): ₹44.72–44.77 lakh ex-showroom .
- Legender NeoDrive 48V: ₹50.09 lakh ex-showroom .
Updated Features
New additions include:
- 360° surround-view camera
- Wireless smartphone charger
- NeoDrive badging & upgraded suspension
- Smart Idle Start–Stop and Multi-Terrain Select t.
Mild-Hybrid System Benefits
- 11.5 hp and 85 Nm of additional torque via the electric motor .
- Regenerative braking, smoother low-end power, and reduced engine idling speed (720 → 600 rpm) .
- ≈5% improved fuel efficiency and quieter operation, especially during starts and stops .
- Robust, water-resistant design suitable for ladder-frame SUVs like the Fortuner; sourced from Hilux’s brief launch .
- Toyota plans to introduce this system in other models like the Innova and Hilux soon .
Updated Ex-Showroom Price Matrix
| Variant | Ex‑Showroom Price (₹ lakh) |
|---|---|
| 4×2 Petrol Automatic | 36.05 |
| 4×2 Diesel MT (+₹0.40 lakh) | 36.33 |
| 4×2 Diesel AT | 39.01 |
| 4×4 Diesel MT | 40.83 |
| 4×4 Diesel AT | 42.72 |
| GR‑S (4×4 Diesel AT) | 52.34 |
| Fortuner NeoDrive 48V | 44.72 |
| Legender NeoDrive 48V | 50.09 |
| Legender 4×4 AT | 48.09 |
(₹40,000 increase applied to all diesel variants)
Competitive Landscape
Fortuner now competes strongly with the following:
- MG Gloster: ₹41–46 lakh, spacious 7-seater with premium features
- Skoda Kodiaq: ₹47–49 lakh, upmarket European appeal
- Jeep Meridian: ₹24.9–38.8 lakh, strong off-road focus
- MG Majesty: upcoming challenger in the segment .
Buyer Considerations
- Practical features like wireless charging and 360° camera are beneficial for city driving.
- Petrol manual variant has been discontinued; only petrol AT and diesel MT/AT options remain.
- Pricing varies across states due to RTO, insurance, and dealer charges.
- Delivery timelines: Popular models have waiting periods of 1–3 months.
- Maintenance and running costs: Diesel service costs are higher, but hybrid models offer better fuel savings long-term.
Final Verdict
With a price upgrade, Toyota Fortuner’s range now spans ₹36.05–52.34 lakh ex-showroom. The introduction of NeoDrive 48V mild-hybrid variants—priced between ₹44.7–50.1 lakh—offers improved fuel efficiency, smoother starts, and enhanced features.
Fortuner still excels in off-road capability, durability, and brand trust. However, if you prioritize urban comfort, ADAS, or a more premium cabin with a large infotainment interface, models like Skoda Kodiaq or MG Gloster are worth considering.
