This is a rather impressive amount of power for its size. In Australia, the only available engine with the Fortuner is a 2.8 liter turbocharged inline-four diesel which boasts 130 kW and 450Nm of torque. Unfortunately though, unlike its predecessor, the new range-topping Fortuner is only available with an automatic which may turn some people off. Even though the price is still considerably lower than before, it now adds a surround sound system with 11 speakers, eight-way adjustable front seats as well as LED headlights. The new range-topping 2018 Toyota Fortuner comes with a few upgrades as well. These features alone allow the new Fortuner to be a far more comprehensive offering than it used to. This now includes a GPS navigation system as well as Toyota’s all new Link infotainment system. The new $47,500 mid-range GXL is still cheaper than what the previous base model used to cost. This will include things like leather upholstery, a touch-screen infotainment system as well as a leather wrapped steering wheel. For an extra of $2,500 Toyota will also offer the premium interior package. On the interior there is a new steering wheel as well as an added 12V socket. As an added bonus, for this particular model Toyota is now offering color coded bumpers, 17 inch alloy wheels instead of steelies as well as rear parking sensors alongside a higher quality camera. The new GX base model now starts at little over $45,000 which is quite impressive all things considered. The end result is a far better value for money than ever before. On top of that, they also added quite a bit more kit into the mix. In order to change that, not that long ago the manufacturer released the 2018 Toyota Fortuner.Įven though the changes have been kept to a minimum, Toyota slashed the price with nearly $5,000 on all versions. However, many complained the car was too expensive to be competitive. This means it is using a body-on-frame construction and it is as rugged as it gets. Just like before, the car is basically the SUV version of the Hilux. Toyota released the second generation of the Fortuner little over 2 years ago and so far the car managed to become one of the better selling SUVs in Australia and a few other markets.