Toyota Kirloskar Motor has made another announcement regarding a price increase for the flagship SUV, the Toyota Fortuner, as changes to the Legender and Standard variants will be implemented nationwide. This revision comes soon after the introduction of the new mild-hybrid diesel variant, which demonstrates the continuous changes in the automotive industry alongside the price adjustments.
Most Notable Hike for Petrol Automatic Variation
The Fortuner 4×2 Petrol Automatic now stands at the highest price increase of any variant by receiving a hike of exactly ₹68,000. Other popular trims, such as the 4×2 Diesel Manual and 4×2 Diesel Automatic, along with the 4×4 Diesel Manual, GR-S performance, and both Legender 4×4 Diesel variants, will see a price increase of ₹40,000.
New Price Bracket
Due to these changes, the showroom floors for the Toyota Fortuner will feature the lowest price of ₹36.05 lakh, with the base price of the 2.7L 4×2 standing at ₹ 52.34 lakh for the top-priced GR-S 4×4 Diesel Automatic. For the recently launched variant, the mildly hybrid diesel, priced at 44.72 lakh, is also equipped with a more efficient engine and strives for better employee and downtime, alongside smoother transitions.
Powertrain and Features
The Fortuner is still available with two engine options: a 2.7-litre petrol engine and a 2.8-litre diesel engine, both of which are paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and an optional automatic transmission. The diesel variant continues to offer 4×4 drivetrains and Legender trims exclusively. The top GR-S variant comes with additional unique performance upgrades and cosmetic enhancements as a trim level.
Market Impact
This price increase may particularly affect buyers seeking automatic transmission variants. The Toyota Fortuner still holds a strong position in the market due to its rugged build and brand name, as well as its dominance in the segment. However, erosive price increases may lead customers to more economical rivals, such as the MG Gloster, Jeep Meridian, or Skoda Kodiaq.
Examining the segment braces, the exposed update of the Toyota Fortuner is a direct reflection of the brand’s strategic positioning and ongoing updates for the rest of the automotive landscape. With the additional hike to the price most likely being felt on the automatic variants, readers looking at the Toyota brand should reconsider where they want to invest their hard-earned money on an SUV and should consider the competitive landscape.
Toyota Fortuner: Latest Ex-Showroom Prices (June 2025)
| Variant | New Price (₹ Lakh) |
|---|---|
| 2.7L 4×2 AT (Petrol) | 36.05 |
| 2.8L 4×2 MT (Diesel) | 36.73 |
| 2.8L 4×2 AT (Diesel) | 39.01 |
| 2.8L 4×4 MT (Diesel) | 40.83 |
| 4×4 AT Neo Drive 48V (Mild Hybrid) | 44.72 |
| GR-S 4×4 AT (Diesel) | 52.34 |
