Toyota Fortuner GR-S launched in India at Rs. 48.43 lakh
What's the story
Japanese automaker Toyota has updated the Fortuner SUV line-up in India with the addition of a range-topping GR-S (Gazoo Racing Sport) trim. The new variant comes with cosmetic updates, an all-black interior, and a specially tuned suspension. However, there are no changes to the powertrain. This four-wheeler comes from the performance wing of the automaker and carries a price-tag of Rs. 48.43 lakh.
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Why does this story matter?
The Fortuner is touted as the benchmark by buyers and critics alike. With a growing demand for a sporty off-roader, Toyota has offered the GR-S trim as an upmarket alternative to the regular model. It costs Rs. 8 lakh more than the standard all-wheel-drive variant and its success will depend on whether the buyers are willing to pay the premium or not.
Exteriors
The SUV sports a redesigned grille and all-black alloy wheels
The Toyota Fortuner GR-S borrows styling cues from the Legender. It has a muscular hood, a dual-tone honeycomb mesh grille, an aggressive bumper with integrated fog lamps, a GR badging, and quad-LED headlights. It is flanked by roof rails, indicator-mounted ORVMs, side-steppers, and all-black alloy wheels. Wrap-around taillamps, a roof-mounted spoiler, a diffuser, and a shark-fin antenna grace the rear end.
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A 201hp, 2.8-liter engine fuels the car
The Toyota Fortuner GR-S draws power from a 2.8-liter, 4-cylinder diesel engine that churns out 201hp of maximum power and 500Nm of peak torque. The mill is mated to a 6-speed automatic gearbox and an all-wheel-drive system.
Interiors
The four-wheeler has an all-black cabin with sporty upholstery
The Toyota Fortuner GR-S has a spacious 7-seater all-black cabin with contrasting red stitching, suede leather upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control, an 11-speaker JBL sound system, and 'GR' badging on the steering wheel. It packs an 8.0-inch touchscreen infotainment panel with support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. For passengers' safety, the car has multiple airbags, ABS with EBD, and electronic stability control.
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Toyota Fortuner GR-S: Pricing and availability
The Toyota Fortuner GR-S is priced at Rs. 48.43 lakh for the single diesel variant. On the other hand, the automatic, all-wheel-drive versions of the standard Fortuner and Fortuner Legender carry a price-tag of Rs. 40.03 lakh and Rs. 44.63 lakh, respectively (all prices, ex-showroom).