2023 Toyota Fortuner (facelift) Review - In-depth coverage of Toyota's updated SUV (2.8 VX 4x4)

[@gerritloedolff5416]

For those who watched this review and have not yet owned a Fortuner, I want to share some important info on the 3rd row seats. 1)There are no fancy cup holders, but there are travelmug/bottle hoders on each side, sunk into the side panels. 2) To let the seats down, there is no need to struggle with the hook. There is a velcro strip that must be released first as this removes the tension on the hook. 3) The seats can be easily removed if you need more space and need 5 or fewer seats.

[@Felon229]

Thanks

[@FORTUNER_ADVENTURES]

As a Fortuner owner.. (1x 2017 and 2x 2024): Ford everest... no rival.. sorry... not even to the Prado or the old Prado.. I watch a lot of these reviews and then I try to match what you guys (reviewers) say vs what we (buyers) think when and why we buy theese vehicles.. You can not set the temperature at the rear.. only the fan speed.. The boot space is easily increased by removing those rear seats. I have removed quire a few of these to get that extra space.. Good overall review. You are correct, we dont care aviut the best tech and latest nonsense. We want less complications and we buy it because they are VERY reliable.. The 10,000km is a bit short in intervals.. agree. You must drive it at 100km/h down to Margate 😊 under 6L/100km.. The steering wheels that crack at the top is my biggest frustration at this stage..

[@SelaeloKutume]

Are the last row seats comfy for adults

[@FORTUNER_ADVENTURES]

@@SelaeloKutume they are ok... I wouldnt say comfy but not too bad. You can obviously not fit any adult as some people are much larger than others. Smaller adults wont have a problem.

[@chadwheeler854]

This guy is probably the best car presenter I have ever watched. Awesome car too no wonder it's so popular.

[@Carscoza]

Thank you so much, we appreciate that :)

[@paulk798]

Have to agree, he is a legend in the industry. Love to watch his reviews

[@strussdo]

Drove the 2.4 4x2 yesterday... I'm impressed... Hard day of driving.. Hot south african sun... Some heavy offroading ..fully loaded with people and stuff... Highway driving.. Sometimes hitting 170km/h 👀... Maintained 9l/100km..gave it back with a half tank left 😂😂 super smooth on the highway... It's fast enough.. It's quiet too..... It's perfect.... They just steal them alot here😭😭😭

[@hulisanirananga2052]

True, that's the only bad side of buying a Fortuner

[@rasimkazi7086]

In that case insurance will be expensive.

[@munchanosmit932]

This car is by faaaaarrr the ultimate SUV with a combination of old (clock and controls) and new in the cabin. It's been on my radar for a while as I am still driving the 2012 D4D. WHEN I upgrade,,it will DEFINITELY be the 2.8 GD6 VX 4x4. (cheek in tongue,,would look nice with a ceramic roof). Glad that they moved away with the brown interior colour. Very good presentation. Well done.

[@karabomotsomi84]

Back when the first generation of Fortuners was launched, they had a 4.0L v6 engine and Toyota considered the Everest as it's competitor. Now the Everest has a similar engine to that of the old Fortuner and they decide to go for the Prado. If we're going to compare engine sizes the Everest Platinum still has the bigger engine than that of the Prado. IMO the Everest is still a competitor of the Fortuner because they are both based on the Hilux and Ranger bakkies, which are competitors.

[@josh3221ify]

Infotainment looks like a fancy stacked home stereo from the 90s

[@msebenzimthunzi]

😂😂😂

[@jfa849]

I've spent a bit of time with one of these. It felt like a car where the sub-systems were all designed in isolation and there was minimal time spent harmonising the final product. The adaptive cruise control will sometimes use the gearbox to slow down, other times the brakes. The engine and gearbox just don't seem gel. The bakkie underpinnings are unmistakable. A little more time spent harmonising everything could make this a lot better.

[@puleletsoalo3592]

I’m obsessed with fortuner…it’s incredible ❤❤❤❤

[@rajivxx1301]

A colleague who was in the market for a medium-large SUV, compared 5 different brands except for the Fortuner, where he compared all the specs (on paper); test-drove them through most conditions, he eventually test-drove the Fortuner and after a short drive around the block returned to the dealership and signed the deal! Admittedly he confessed that the Fortuner was average in ALL the comparisons against the competition except for its bulletproof reliability, longevity, and book value! How on earth do other brands compete with that?

[@luzukompohla1835]

why did he need to test drive a car to test "bulletproof reliability" ? he knew all that he probably wanted to try something new but decided to stick with the tried and tested. Its definitely not a car that wins you over through a test drive,looks or performance. People who buy these cars - Hilux, Fortuner, Prado, Cruiser do it because the reliability has been established

[@SelaeloKutume]

@@luzukompohla1835 you are the best man that is very true

[@mohammedalibaba9222]

I love fortuner in sha Allah in 2024 I purchase

[@Liam25025]

Gay

[@rasimkazi7086]

How is gay?

[@ark2380]

The advantage of that 3 row rear seat setup is that the seat reclines pretty good.

[@saudabrahams]

Might have been nice 25 years ago

[@simmpessor5541]

The rear seat setup makes a lot of sense to me. The folded seats protects my rear windows from whatever is loaded while giving a lot of floor space.

[@wadesolomon2484]

I have to disagree. Having lived with both this setup and a setup that folds into the floor, the floor setup is incredibly more practical. You've got more underfloor storage behind the seats, better leg room, more packing space and better rear view visibility. This is sadly just cost cutting measures that Toyota seems to be persisting with. Another point to think about is that should you choose to fold the second row down in other cars, unlike the Fortuner seats that fold forward, you have a truly flat load floor that extends right up to the front seats.

[@2Mortal]

Another great review. Can you also review the entry level versions of cars too? I know the dealers like to give journalists the nicest models to review but most buyers will go for the entry models.

[@makwandemjoli7505]

I love your sense of humor, reminds me of the old top gear

[@miketawana]

That radio 📻 is 90s....

[@MartinTjakuva]

Can the brand make a video of the Toyota hulix 3lo auto offroad 2014 or 2013 Toyota

[@_Pellasg]

Great review mate. Getting mine this month

[@NThabethe]

Have you gotten it?

[@DomingosChambal-tg5em]

I wonder what they used to make Toyota ... I saw one with a mileage of 323 000 KM ... And it runs perfect

[@thembanimgenu190]

What is this GR Sport thing and why is it only In their latest Toyota bakkie an NOT the Fortuner?

[@mahlatsemothogoane1512]

Is Toyota aware that this is the 3rd face-lift of the 2016/2017 Fortuner

[@theophilus8442]

Toyota is the iPhone of the car industry, small charges here and there, and then everyone loses their minds 😂😂

[@nduduzomolefe7755]

😅😅I use an iPhone and drive a Fortuner. Cliche’🙈🙈

[@hamzaadan9131]

Two most reliable things ever made 😂

[@adityakaran6622]

Both are reliable

[@syed_illiaz]

Unlike iphone toyota runs for long

[@UtkarshxKaushik]

Both feature less Everest is better anyday

[@alfasama9126]

What is the difference between the 2023 toyota fortuner 2.8 vx and the standard version?

[@raxxmoriti]

0:15 thank you for saying "new-ish" cause i feel this is a cosmetic upgrade. The everest deserves the name "New"

[@jesusinablackman2675]

Absolutely correct…

[@MrThug1978]

You correct. Toyota's always just do the minimal required when it comes to facelifts. I reckon the previous generation Everest interior and upgrades were better than this Toyota " latest update."

[@wajahatbeg]

This face lift and bumped up engine came to asia in early 2022. Also the 2 tone black on red interior

[@MrMidnightProwler]

Third row and still left with quite a bit of boot apace nonsense!

[@fabiangebhardt9586]

Can anybody tell me the dimensions of the boot space without the 3rd row? Thank you!

[@MulwandaSichula-gi8im]

Ciro. Just a correction, the current Prado plartform has been available since 2009. And the flagship Everest Platinum comes with a V6 that light years ahead of the Fortuner in terms of Power and Torque.

[@Mo-zb2dy]

Minimum changes for maximum profit.

[@kolz6327]

i wish you mentioned the cars that are better speced than Fortuner , Everest i agree is in a different league now to the Fortuner

[@Southghost5997]

against the prado, but they still offer different things - both great!

[@BubblesTheCat1]

Better specced? You're forgetting Toyota's legendary reliability and awesome resale value.

[@fhclappen8595]

. Let me put it this way. Toyota made some realy great vehicles as far as relighblilaty is concered. For year it was a dependeble, yet a bit blunt in comparison to the competition. Unfortunately the indestructible depenability and quality took a backseat in the last 20 years. One can only look at class action suites, a specialy the Hilux/Fortuner, and the proberly the biggest embarisment of the very first Toyota EV. Toyotas reluctance to take responsibility or rectify issues with vehicles from customers. Simmelar or worse probleams hit the competition as well, but they have solved the issues. They still are the biggest carmaker, but the Toyota name has been tarnish. The competition has moved ahead. I suspect not sure, if the supply line issues is the culprit or just cost cutting is to blame. Another trend can be seen when new far more modern vehicles from compeditors is launched , up goes the price on existing Toyota models, to match or exceed the new competition prices. Now as a consumer, is see this as greed. If Toyotas are so good, why does it need more frequent servicing intervals than it's compeditors. Sorry Toyota, we allso moved on. The biggest threat is comming, as mutch as i hate to say it, from China, and that will effect all establiched car makers. Non can match their prices. Even if the their priducts is not up there with the rest, but effort is being made, as can be seen with model replacements. Affordability is what they bring. The value for money thing for vehicles is just a sales propaganda. Vehicles is a consumers item. It acumulates cost the day you buy it, and never stops, untill you get rid of it. It looses it value year after year. The worst investment you can ever make. Unless you buy it, store it for 30 years, till it becomes a classic low milage vehicle, in witch case it will still cost you a lot in upkeeping.

[@jamessegers5834]

​@Fh Clappen I have a mate who bought a new hilux and it's been in the shop more then he has had it. Lol

[@lufunomunyai5156]

Progressive indicators are called “Bear with me” in the streets

[@Iam_chriscardo]

The interior designers at Toyota are lazy. The interior haven't changed a bit. Still the same old same old.

[@jonesgotlop]

Its a facelift

[@Iam_chriscardo]

​@@jonesgotlop what is your point? This is the 2nd facelift and the interior stayed the same. Both facelift, the thing that changed was the exterior

[@jonesgotlop]

@@Iam_chriscardo I don't think there's a need for a drastic change especially since the new Hilux and Fortuner are on the way. The current shape is still fine and selling really well.

[@Iam_chriscardo]

@@jonesgotlop makes sense. You are right

[@pinaki2905]

Indians also love Fortuner as do the South Africans. After demise of Ford, there is no competition to Fortuner in india

[@unwoke1652]

Scorpio N??

[@bw26brw86]

900k for a Toyota.. But yes I would still buy one.. Cause years down the line I'd still get good money for it..and Toyota.. Is best with reliability

[@AndrewTravers-mr9rs]

The rearmost seats do have drinks and oddments holders. They're hidden behind the flip up seats.

[@kealebogamichaelmolefe7659]

Literally the video could've ended after 30 seconds 😂😂😂

[@tonderaimutuke3492]

What is the difference between a fortuner 2.4 gd 6 and 2.8 gd6?

[@howardnyika966]

The 2.4 is the entry level engine with 110kW and 400Nm, while the 2.8 has more power and torque at 150kW and 500Nm. Both have 6 speed transmissions. So if you looking for more power go for the 2.8

[@MoreTheJonesFamily]

We are late to this review however this SUV is awesome and fun to drive!

[@mvuyisijezile8064]

2nd facelift. I'm not a fan of the interior tbh. They should have changed that too.

[@ericsmith1453]

The car is fine, it does what it was designed for perfectly, it does not need to change, if you need a bigger car Toyata are able to oblige and the best thing about this suv, it is not marketed exclusively to some minority gender grouping

[@Ncomshinga9]

Nice. Hope we can get an OMODA Review soon

[@Carscoza]

Working hard to make it happen!

[@Access2016]

​@@Carscoza I have seen other reviews about the OMODA. Most says that it drives very kakkies.

[@banelemafa]

Please review the new Renault Captur

[@Dermatrans]

It's really a pity that it is not also sold in Europe: I would buy it immediately!

[@macdonaldseepamere1064]

Does the 2.8 4x2 Vx come with electric tailgate?

[@andrewpreece2010]

They do. The previous 2.8L fortuner also had electric tailgates 😉 only the 2.4 don’t have it

[@macdonaldseepamere1064]

@@andrewpreece2010 Okay,thanks

[@deepanshjawrani]

Mahindra XUV700 Review please

[@tebohoshakhane2120]

Everest is miles ahead of this car.

[@motheofoundation2729]

In terms of what? Aesthetics?

[@saudabrahams]

@@motheofoundation2729 everything. It's more ahead on the inside that the outside

[@motheofoundation2729]

@Saud Abrahams the inside doesn't make the car... actually the inside is the last thing when choosing a car... Reliability is my number one go to thing... there is no Ford as close to being as reliable as a Toyota

[@fhclappen8595]

Back in their haste to get to the market before the Everest. They screwed up badly. No lipstick on a pig will make it good. Side flipup third row seats????.​Ride quality, handeling, dynamics, all way behind. Even the Pajero sport feels better overall. Driven both for 2 years. Old Everest beats all hands down.

[@OwethuWasHere]

@@motheofoundation2729 the 3.0 v6 has been in the market for years… from tiguans to even Bentleys, tbh I think the Everest is close enough.. to this Stone Age suv

[@DuitserSwart]

The fortuner insurance is R1300 more per month then a everest costing the same. Remember to deduct R1300 x 72 months of that resale value.

[@schlix101]

The rear-most seats that still cannot be removed completely with ease (i.e. just clip-out), is an oversight in my opinion!

[@mvubu6823]

There are safety and accident standards to meet with seats. You can't just clip them in, unfortunately. They must be bolted to spec

[@ernestmashilo7728]

Can they just change the cabin 😢. Been hoping they would upgrade

[@pauljansen6650]

SA is a cash cow....been milking us for years now and sheeple are happy to accept it

[@peterkamau5354]

Maybe the size, yes. But that design is a killer. I see modern land cruisers have started copying it.

[@dhyeyapatel]

In India this front design is only available in a trim called Legender and come with either black or a white with black roof. And was introduced in 2021

[@muzammilahmed8799]

And GR version too

[@PeakyBlinder92]

Nobody gives a fart about what’s happening in India!

[@edk1124]

At least its available in India. I dont think that its available in Indonesia

[@SDav21]

The front indicator lights are too low down. I've seen a few already and you can easily miss it. They really should give a full digital cluster and a new infotainment system. It's overpriced.

[@777cbx]

I think its the top seller as they are stolen & hiacked so much so thay have to be replaced again........

[@msebenzimthunzi]

Whoever bewitched Toyota buyers is long dead 💀. same old boring plastic interior 😂

[@KarimSalimi-rk9dr]

Is this car in Australia ?

[@panashegwaze3181]

That face lift was offered in some countries before

[@damianrudling7663]

Why would anyone want to buy the Toyota Highjack ?

[@Deckard717]

According to a Toyota salesman friend..some insurance companies have even requested 3 x tracking devices. I would recommend any vehicle owner get a steering wheel lock.

[@swedishbob_7315]

Lexus... Oh, what a feeling!

[@SelaeloKutume]

I wish the dude got to last seat for us see how is it for person at the back

[@jpdevilliers2783]

Love the reliability

[@terencekuzgundehaas5025]

Yes you might get back some of your money when trading it in... But only to realize the newer model is like R250 000 more expensive than the one you had... I have the 2019 2.8 4x4... I can get R400 000 plus minus for it... The new one is R900 000 ish... So you can make the math.... Not worth it...

[@huzib.8623]

I am setting to buy the 2023 model but rumours of new 2024 model with major redesign keeps me waiting. I used to hve 2010 model, kinda missdd it and i want the rebirth of new replacement.

[@jeroenjansen2709]

Why you should pay about R900 000 for old technology is a mystery

[@MkhanyisiMadlavana]

did you listen to the video? the mystery was explained. the car keeps the value well.

[@thadeusdinoshumane9047]

​@@MkhanyisiMadlavana😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@opinionista.]

The front end is not too different to the SE Asian Fortuner variant, which has been around for a couple of years now.

[@Corbsss]

Whens the review of the grand vitara coming? 😅 Know it was just announced but I'm more interested in that

[@brianmwirigi200]

You can order a Manual 2.8L with Fortuner GRS

[@InfoHubZA]

Nothing in the Fortuner annoys me like those chunky seats in the third row😅

[@asipesonajunior5386]

He did say, 'it's either you love them or hate them'.😆🤣

[@BubblesTheCat1]

All Suv's are not great in the third row. It's for kids. If you want to transport 7 adults in comfort, buy a Kombi or Quantum.

[@asipesonajunior5386]

@@BubblesTheCat1 agreed💯

[@InfoHubZA]

My biggest issue is the way they fold, not necessarily their presence.

[@thadeusdinoshumane9047]

​@@BubblesTheCat1😂😂😂😂😂

[@sfungotrue-man9168]

So basically the Everest won this round..? 😏

[@chazimoyo11]

The gear lever style on Toyota has been going on for a while now maybe it's time to revamp it😕@Toyota

[@nickcoetzee3925]

Great review thank you. So when is the next generation Fortuner being launched?

[@musamathevula9139]

Thank you If I receive it as a gift

[@namechecksout6300]

6:24 - I can see my brother’s ear

[@neilgouws6962]

WoW ... Toyota, really knocked this one out the park !! P.s : your statement regarding the re-sell value, Yes .. one does get a better trade in , *IF* it never been "jacked or stolen " Don't forget, or be fooled ... insurance on Toyota's is almost double then any other brand 🤔 And then ... the top concern!! How comfortable would one feel , parking your car at a shopping center and pondering if it's going to be there when you return! The STRESS of owning a Toyota !

[@troothhertz6297]

Tank 300 /500 gwm is a no jack tough car .. peace of mind a 5 year warranty road side assistance.and its a PHEV 600 NM

[@budgetoverlander682]

Owned 3 Toyota's. Never had any concern about it being stolen. Sold all my Toyota's for more than I bought them for. They are extremely reliable. Timeless in design. Durable. You can easily do 500,000 km in a Toyota - not many other manufacturers can say the same. It also depends on where your insurance is.

[@BubblesTheCat1]

@@budgetoverlander682 I owned a Toyota Cressida sedan that I bought new in 82. Drove it for 25 years without ever experiencing a single problem whatsoever. Sold it to a guy from Zimbabwe, who drove it another ten years before totalling it in an accident. Try that in a German or American car? Never!

[@budgetoverlander682]

@Labour Law Act definitely agree. If you owned a Toyota, you will know

[@BubblesTheCat1]

@@budgetoverlander682 Yeah, we Toyota owners just smile inwards by ourselves when people rave about Ford and vw. 😅😅😅

[@honestjoe632]

You only get money back if it doesn’t get stolen before that…

[@arvindhn036]

This is not new its pretty old!! It is called the Fortuner Legender and was launched in 2021 in India. I don't know how they manage to sell old models and call them new

[@mohamadyousef3702]

“There is a new color pallet, they’re called black and white.”😂😂😂😂😂 Did you see the rims at minute 2:31? Looked unreal 😮 I must say the fortuner is a bit expensive with minimal technology. This is the point of Toyota. Timeless technology that’s going to last and not break down for the next 20 years but it’s BASIC at best. And that’s why I think it’s a bit overpriced. Last point, the 3rd row seat I wish you could get rid of completely and substitute it with a nice subwoofer speaker at the back or….. 😏 an air pump. Does come in handy at times when you want to clean your interior 😂

[@josh3221ify]

Biggest mystery is that this SUV is a best seller. Proof that people only buy the logo

[@pjb9010]

Hope toyota fixed the exhaust manifold gasket and piston ring issues

[@Rndmaniacs]

On the power plug thing we are the only country to use that pin type, would be expensive and pointless...

[@bonjovi7120]

No we are not

[@liaqatkhan5521]

No sunroof and hybrid engine yet .

[@bonjovi7120]

Is that what you gay guys like?

[@WilhelmNanguti]

I think it’s wrong to compare a Fortuner to the Everest. Toyota didn’t need 2 freaking turbos to reach a power output of 150kw

[@lucienpetrus3851]

Luv Toyota no matter what model

[@markuscrause8762]

Why won't toyota update their interiors, its been the same since 2015. It's really outdated, and the infotainment is still shockingly bad. Besides 2nd hand value and dependability, there is no reason to buy this above the competition like the everest.

[@BubblesTheCat1]

This will outlast the Everest by a factor of ten

[@papiduma3451]

Ciro is a Ford fan. Toyota reviews, especially SUVs, are the only ones where Ciro uses sarcasm

[@tyronepaulsen]

earlier this year at the Auto Expo in India, we saw the Fortuner and the Legender, which imho is actually this facelift. So maybe we should call it a Forgender or Legtuner, maybe?

[@Mjita_ofundile]

I changed mine 2022 model based on the following issues : Bad fuel consumption, Seats are like a 1960 jet , thin and painful after driving 400km Poor security system, Technology is not so modern ( infotainment) really lacks elegance even on the VX model. The car is not luxury- you feel the jumps on your hips 😢😢😢. I was so unhappy , too much plastic on the cabin too…..

[@bonjovi7120]

So now you are riding taxi again

[@clinteagles9357]

I'll buy a used L200 Cruiser for the price

[@Colin-b7h]

Ford Everest platinum with its rubbish suspension is no comparison sold mine after 2 weeks at a loss Go Toyota stop blowing smoke where it’s not deserving

[@taariqvalli6755]

Great review! Please consider reviewing the BAIC Beijing X55

[@rambo6375]

Hate the new look of it looks much softer maybe if they added much more than just looks would habe felt beter..and it needs more like 180kw more and more people are going for ford because of looks and specs

[@juanitaclaassen]

😂 the way he says Fortuner has me dying 😂

[@FumaniCeko-t6f]

I prefer vw tiguan allspice r line

[@Sandy-yt7mk]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@fhclappen8595]

The thing had so many updates, yet it is still the most underwhelming excuse for a suv. Compared to its competition. The only thing it has going for it, is the Toyota name. That carrot has dryed out. The badge lost its shine.

[@benbarnard8280]

Still looks out dated, the very old gear gear lever and interior, updating the front every year does not help, that long pionty nose stays ugly, why they don't replace it? Remember Toyota now just rebage other brands cars mabye they looking for a suitable donor.

[@georgeoosthuizen6213]

900k for n 2,8 diesel with old school 6 speed auto box and nothing new I and it will probably roll in a straight gravel road or be stolen before your service plan expires

[@vuyaniman9440]

This car sells so much, I must the odd one coz I don’t like this car at all.

[@Griffitas]

It starts to look more like the Lexus with the new ligths and interior.

[@braswan]

If you want your Wife and Kids stolen, buy a Fortuner.

[@BMW_108_M]

😂

[@kudakwashezvandasara1277]

I used to almost have a heart attack when my wife drove to Gugulethu and then have tracker call me to say the car is in a high risk area and other day we had a puncture on the n12 towards Jhb at night i had to drive it like that for 5km at 10km/hr and when i got to the garage they said i had made the best decision ever by driving to safety with the puncturer😢

[@andrewmutenga8372]

How much is Toyota paying you?

[@Gomolemo_Led_]

The timing couldn't have been more perfect ❤

[@jarrydganaspersad6154]

Damn that interior looks kak, no digital dials at the least? Get the Everest

[@cjwest9094]

The interior is aging, but the digital display in the fords look hideous and convoluted. I will take analog any day.

[@saudabrahams]

@CJ West more like an excuse to buy a Toyota

[@jarrydganaspersad6154]

@ CJ west all im saying is for 915k they are just giving you new lights and a grill, put some effort into the interior