I didn't want to release this video. (2023 Toyota Fortuner Review)

[@CarSauce]

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[@clives4501]

I've had my GXL for a year and 30,000km. It's a brilliant machine. Take out the back two seats and plenty of room. Paddle shifters are great, especially when driving on soft beach sand. Minimal annoying beeps and there's no ignition cut out to override - so that's good. Old school dash and instruments - functional and seemingly reliable. No squeeks or rattles. Engine pulls like a train and gearbox is well adjusted. I tow a camper trailer in 5th gear and occasionally 6th gear, if there is a following wind or long downhill stretch. 4x4 system will take most people most places. It's super impressive and that's on standard tyres. Sound system has way too much treble but is acceptable if treble is turned way down. As importantly, it's fun to drive. That's something I didn't expect. Mine is mostly used on long country trips and it's comfortable and no problem to get past any slower vehicles. Haven't pushed the handling limits so can imagine on wet roads it may be a bit of a handful. How many people expect to be able to drift a large SUV around bends? BTW I test drove the MuX and Pajero Sport and both were OK. Funnily enough, the Fortuner would not have been my first choice - but it was available and had a build date locked in. I'm so glad I ended up with the Fortuner - still making me smile.

[@Griffindor21]

What was your first choice?

[@ramajyello]

@@Griffindor21 The right one

[@onkedilz198]

I agree fully with his review. Toyota gets away with a lot because of their reliability image

[@rick137.pickle]

The alternator bearings and pulley breakdown often.

[@SebaF79]

Yes, still is a good point for Toyota. Not fancy just reliable…

[@sageb1947]

​@@SebaF79 engine is reliable but head on crush with a bike could F it all up.. in short, a reliable piece of paper..only OG toyotas are great..fortumer is trash😂

[@paulklp8262]

My partner's driveshaft seals are leaking on her 2018 Corolla. CVT needs a repair as well. Only 50k kms. Garbage.

[@BrownAbrahamic112]

​​@@sageb1947lol, it would happen to literally any car. Do you realize modern cars come with crumple zone in order to resist all that impact and then the surface area of a cycle itself is small enough to cause a huge dent in literally any car. Go celebrate your illiteracy elsewhere

[@darrenprior6339]

Those basic, hard interior plastics may look undesirable and cheap but they can withstand the heat and dust of the outback and pets. Easier to clean too

[@ErnestMarvinEsteban]

Then don’t charge too much for those hard interior plastics! Plastics are plastics and are cheaper than other softer touch materials and leather

[@darrenprior6339]

@@ErnestMarvinEsteban They don't charge too much. You get your money back on trade because the car lasts. You can't have your cake and it eat it. End of story.

[@ErnestMarvinEsteban]

@@darrenprior6339 lmao. Again with the “resale value” excuse for the fortuner’s shortcomings😂😂😂😂😂😂.it’s like saying “it’s okay if i didn’t enjoy the ownership but at least I get to sell it higher”.

[@darrenprior6339]

@@ErnestMarvinEsteban Ok smart mouth. You know it all. If you think this car is expensive then you’re a proper peasant. No doubt because you make dumb decisions. I couldn’t GAF. Your life.

[@ErnestMarvinEsteban]

@@darrenprior6339 it is expensive for what it offers pea brain

[@robertduclayan2298]

So many Toyota fan boys are hurt by this review. But what he said are facts! This is needed so Toyota will step up their game! I'm hopeful for them to upgrade their tech and I'll be their next customer. Btw, I love my toyota rav4.

[@terrificspokesman7416]

Many new Toyota cars are good some of them need replacing.

[@brandobandit819]

True. These fanboys are the reason why Toyota's still very confident to not step up.

[@espkh1549]

At the same time Toyota is selling their cars 30% cheaper in china since Chinese dont give a crap about japs plastic toys

[@GianMelendres-if7ph]

“Tech” becomes obsolete in 6 months. Show me a “tech” that lasts 20years because 20years is the average time this Toyota lasts. Otherwise, Toyotas don’t need a computer/TV/car chimera for gen-Z’s to rot about. If you’re a gen-Z go find your disposable vehicle elsewhere.

[@xenomorph9114]

​@@GianMelendres-if7ph Who tf want a big ass screen in front of their faces when driving, too many distractions these days to drive. Those are just eye candy, I never once met a man who never enjoyed his toyota

[@dm-vw4tk]

In my opinion Toyota is trading way too heavily on past reputations in Australia. The reliability myth took a hit with the DPF saga and their interiors are third rate. Some cars drive reasonable well don’t justify the sometimes inflated price tag.

[@tungstencarbide7255]

Sounds like Apple, too.

[@coldude2559]

@@jasonbrown1263 what about the class action for dodgy paint?

[@Harrychambers1]

@@jasonbrown1263 the latest JD Power reliability figures have just been released. Toyota are better than average but nowhere the top of the list. Lexus, on the other hand, are clearly better but even Mitsubishi are having less faults than Toyota. And before you respond please note that I am awake and halfway through my second coffee of the morning.

[@dm-vw4tk]

@@Harrychambers1 thanks for that reply :-) to @Jason Brown it saved me a few seconds that I wouldn’t have got back otherwise.

[@mwat22]

Lol in case you didn't know DPF issues occur with most if not all diesel vehicles that have it. Even trucks

[@prometeochile]

I have fortuner, two years, not my only car, but is the one that I drive the most. It´s true, slow and hard suspension, but it takes us (a family of four) to what ever trip we want to do. From routine home-school, all the way to where the road ends. It has come out of under the snow, being buried up to the hood. To pristine beaches in remote locations, thousand kilometers of dirt road with reasonable comfort and safety, so fahr, not a rattle or a squeak. this is a car for the adventure, not the city. Im happy with it and the selling value is great.

[@boxoffisa]

In other words it’s a solid car. Not much luxurious but a reliable car. That’s what I desire.

[@juuzousuzuya1490]

no rattle lol if you push your foot a little hard on the centre console that flimsly as pasltic contraption might just break offf, lol ! absolute shit interior build quality

[@pulitathurr4269]

At last.... A positive comments . Appreciated

[@prometeochile]

Why would I push with my foot the center console@@juuzousuzuya1490 ?? If I say no rattle I mean it. If you don´t believe me I don´t care, opinions from ppl that puts their feet where they shouldn´t are insignificant to me. Have a good day!!

[@evilnaruto9229]

well you ain’t expecting a piece of Junk at the price of 33 lakhs geez it’s a shaming people try to justify it@@boxoffisa

[@mrme982007]

I cant understand why its so expensive in Australia. In New Zealand then GXL is is $59,990 and Limited (crusade) is $62,000. At that price point - it undercuts the MUX by $20k (I dont understand Isuzu NZs pricing either) and its basically the same as the Pajero Sport, its really really good value and they seem to sell decently - since the update I see just as many as I do the Pajero. But at over $70k for the crusade in Australia? You’d have rocks in your head to buy one

[@letsseeif]

Thanks. Interesting..

[@tailarichardson9302]

I’ve just paid $58k for a new gxl with towbar.

[@mullavan]

Stop buying, stop over paying. Maybe then the $10,000-20,000 plus new model price rises will disappear. Supply and demand. Australian's seem happy to pay extra no matter what it is. 🤷‍♂️

[@letsseeif]

@@mullavan Very strongly agree.

[@vasu930]

In India it costs over 100000aud in India and people buy it like crazy💀💀

[@cjwest9094]

I get the feeling Toyota has always purposefully nerfed the Fortuner to distinguish it from the Prado. Hopefully the mux and others can force them to bring it up to par.

[@rg832]

Toyota offer durability for this car. I already buy fortuner 3 times (3.models) 2005, 2013, 2021. All of them are very durable and easy to maintain. Its True fortuner doesn't have a good feature compare to other brand. But i don't like to travel some place and keep think about the ability of my car. Sorry for bad English.

[@Anonbruzz]

Test drove the Ford and it broke down on the test drive 😂 Isuzu is near $80k for the LS-U and the safety system is so intrusive. Loved the Mitsy but it was long lead times. Walked into Toyota in Brisbane and they had a cancelled order for a Crusade version. With fleet discount was $63k and picked it up 4 days after walking in

[@brycem0]

Sorry for your loss

[@tonybruce]

F

[@retepd1e]

Good choice.

[@sunnyg6109]

Good choice

[@PotatoesRnice]

Interesting to hear

[@tonybruce]

Toyota threw together a car with old corolla interior and a hilux engine, slapped toyota tax on it. Bish bash bosh

[@jaydawg3031]

My dad bought the 2023 gxl model, his main reason is just Toyota's reliability because he plans to travel everywhere around Australia.

[@keithbagshaw3146]

?

[@landhomer4627]

you know you could have told him to buy older model and save alot of money

[@tailarichardson9302]

Yet this style of car sells far more than any other model. They’re reliable and great seller.

[@sageb1947]

They are buying the TOYOTA, not coz they like the car. the only thing postive about this car is its brand..

[@paulklp8262]

Fortuner is pointless when a dual cab Hilux or LC Prado is so much better. Doesn't help that it's a garbage car in it's own right.

[@georgeguansing5131]

Good review. Toyota should get updated and install the steering system with electric driven and be at par with the Ford Everest Titanium.

[@ceburockhead]

Electric power STEERING is the most ideal for senior Citizens above 60 yrs old , btw im 66 i Drive a nissan Navara and I find it hard for City driving for the STEERING

[@wtrdogg20]

Hey, that vehicle has 4H mode, it is precisely to use in wet or slippery roads... It wont hurt the transfer or differencials.

[@macvergado8344]

Yup the guy doesnt knw how to drive

[@jasonfields2793]

No it will damage the transfer case because facts it's a simple locked transfer.

[@landhomer4627]

Toyota be like in 2050: "Behold, Fortuner 2050 model, it's reliable and durable nothing else, Thank you."

[@igormac88]

This thing is one of Toyota's best sellers here in Brazil and it is exactly like this. Way more expensive than it's competitors, but the reliability reputation makes the business. We don't have the Ford Everest, just the Chevrolet Trailblazer (related to the Isuzu) and the Mitsubishi Pajero that combined don't scratch a thing off the Toyota, here called Hilux SW4 and built in Argentina. It's a good product, but aging rapidly and maybe will need to detach it's life cycle from the Hilux pickup to maintain itself competitive

[@Jason9110110]

I feel like you just don’t understand the market and where Toyota is aiming for. Yes they are keeping it old school. But for people like me that’s what we want. Your from the younger generation that needs everything that opens and shuts and wants every single piece of technology. Some of us are dinosaurs and want it old school. Because whilst the ranger will break down, the Toyota will still be going.

[@retepd1e]

Fully agree. Another dinosaur here. I don’t care about the tough cheap plastic because it will last long long years.

[@Jason9110110]

@@retepd1e likewise & whilst they can sing praises of 11 inch touch screens all day. You try driving 13 hours with it burning in your retinas. I like small screens I can turn off TYVM. Night driving with a stupid infotainment screen in your face is super annoying

[@shaneallan4102]

i have a 2022 crusade myself and love it these are awesome offroad the a-track traction control beats anything and they are just amazing at anything it does and it has a lot more power and tourque than the mitsubishi and mux which both drive like a boat compared to the fortuner and ford just wasent in the game for me too risky spending my hard earned money on something that could grenade itself and cost thousands at least i know my toyota is relaible

[@bernardinjean-loup1168]

Im 28 and a dinosaur like you .. i rather get quality and reliability over tech or spend more time at the dealership for recall .. all my vehicles were manual trans until today ! I still drive my 4runner 1997 manual turbo diesel 327k kms with the basics option ..

[@tariks71ireland]

Couldn’t agree more! Reliability is priority.

[@johnstubbs8748]

A car built for developing markets (everywhere here in Thailand) but simply too cheap and nasty to work in Australia. Don't sell em in Europe/US because they know they couldn't get away with how low the quality is.

[@BumblebeeWasTaken]

We're getting a Fortuner GX and I've researched alot about the Fortuner and everyone tends to hint out all these problems that Toyota seems extremely lazy to fix. All the points you pointed out I do agree with very well because the Fortuner seems to be still stuck in 2016 atp 😆

[@420planttechguy]

I've had friends with this gen of fortunes, they truth be told, fortunes are just... terrible. Very little space in the back, uncomfortable seats, lack of luxury. Even my dad's old explorer sport from 2015 felt luxurious compared to the fortuner in 2021 lmao

[@sunnyg6109]

That cruise control switch is straight out of a 2007 Camry

[@Agent.K.]

It’s the same from the 90’s Toyota/Lexus 😂 that’s how I added one to mine. I went to the scrap yards and searched for the stick from ANY Toyota/Lexus and took the cheapest I found 😂😂😂

[@australianmade2659]

I had a hilux. It was solid and realisable but boring. But that’s what Toyota buyers want

[@cga3067]

I have the first gen 2016 new fortuner (SW4) top spec V6. Didnt like all the plastic chrome in front and door handles and wood looking interior details like steering wheel with plastic on top. The original 18 inches wheels tucked in under the car made it very unstable in speed over 60km/h. Changed all plastic interior pieces to carbon and bought new Toyota steering wheel all leather for hi spec Hilux. Front runner roof rack. Lifted 2", 285 BF on 20". Widened with spacers 2". Fender flares. Custom grille, chrome blacked out. All black windows. Looks very good and handles high speed turns almost like a range rover sport. It is not fuel efficient when original and a bit worse now with big wheels and roof rack. The V6 1GR-FE is bullet proof and variable valve timing makes is enjoyable to drive with good low end torque.

[@arefeshghi]

Haven't watched your video to the end yet, but this new Fortuner suffers from the classic Toyota's "put it where it doesn't makes any sense" button placement technique! The rear diff-lock should be with downhill assist, low range selector, and other off-roading buttons, but it's miles away!! Why?! No one knows! It was the same in my 2014 Corolla and is the same in my FJ Cruiser (of course they did a much better job in FJ cruiser) Btw, I really like the design of the Fortuner in the back. Side is good, and front looks good, especially if you install a nice bullbar.

[@Alex-j1f6d]

Will outlast the competition hands down. The most sold 4 X 4 in South Africa. 20:12

[@aekpani]

Picked up fortuner crusader 2024 two weeks ago, went to Melbourne and back. Low cost on fuel, family of five traveled comfortably. For the price it’s worth it.

[@troysanchez776]

The lack of lumbar adjustment makes the seats horribly uncomfortable. They don't just have a static hump of cushion there, just a divot that puts your back into forwards slump.

[@kalomboC]

That cruise control stick is literally the same one as in my wifes 2009 Lexus IS250 🤦🏿‍♂️

[@mtblover]

Agree with you review, except for the front.....it looks like a mom's school taxi not a reliable off roader, Ford got that look spot on. The interior is like Tupperware compared tot he rest of the market and not on parr with it rivals or even close.......but then, something we all need......reliability. No other vehicle matches it. I would rather go off-road with a Tupperware, long nosed but reliable vehicle than get stuck in a luxurious aggressive looking let-me-downer. Come on Toyota, get with the program man!

[@spike286]

How about its reliability and longevity?

[@SebaF79]

For ever

[@BlackBird-fb8im]

i work on a minesite in western australia and its seldom to see other brand of cars here, its almost always hilux/fortuner. that said, utes on a minesite run atleast 16 hours a day.

[@spiralni]

Doesn't matter. The guy values a car full of pillows and useless gadgets 😅

[@johntheaccountant5594]

The more these reviewers tell me it is more like late 90's , the more it appeals to me as they were less complicated and more reliable than the electronic nightmares of today.

[@jonathanmcfarland34]

The Fortuner perfectly blends 4x4 ability, comfort, and reliability. Young, ignorant journalists who don't have a family will never get it. Car Sauce, stick to reviewing vehicles where you know what you are talking about. The Fortuner is the one car that ordinary people who spend their money (and have some common sense) will purchase all day.

[@yashsiriah21]

Fortuner was once a good car. But now it's totally outdated, thanks to its staunch fans, which made Toyota complacent and made them think that they can get away with making a fortuner with outdated, boring interiors.

[@tlevans62]

If someone had common sense they'd buy a Pajero Sport with a better 4X4 system, better ride, and just as reliable.

[@landhomer4627]

so...same recycled car since 2005? who's the ignorant one here

[@benjocalrision]

Great review but I don't totally agree with the whole 2wd = less grip on the road bit. It's great that it has switchable 2wd/4wd because on the road, it will be more fuel efficient. You can have 4wd when you need it. If it was full time 4wd it would probably just be more understeery in the corners and not actually better to drive.

[@JohnSmith-jh1iy]

Full time 4wd uses a clutch in the transfer case. Another part to wear out and fail in time (everest).

[@ibnawf112]

... Where are they made? That usually determines how good the car will run. If its india, just return it 😊

[@waynelion-cachet35]

Compared to the new Grand Highlander that has just been launched in the US, this is definitely a missed opportunity. Very disappointing.

[@shreyanschordia2011]

Come to India and say its not a good car. People buying it for USD 60,000 without any hesitation. People love this car for its reliability and ruggedness!

[@KumarKumar-fc2gc]

mainly because Indians do not see what is their actual requirement .. they just buy it for prestige.... second, there is no other option such as Ford Endeavor

[@MlleVB]

Which you prefer to the pajero?

[@zencollectiongallery]

This review is just what I want to say to all. GOOD REVIEW!!

[@theostanley2239]

In South Africa, Toyota outsells any competition for good reason. It simply has no competition. Price, reliability, etc. etc. You cannot even compare the Ford because of its ridiculous price. Toyota tops in Africa. Now onto my 4th Fortuner. From Namibia.

[@poovannaidoo6399]

Excellent, unbiased review. I should’ve got the Ford Everest or Isuzu MUX. I regret getting the Toyota Fortuner. Definitely not worth the money. Horrible ride, bad road handling especially when riding in the rain. Drivetrain has a vibration. Rear space is not good (the two seats strapped up. It’s a horrible vehicle

[@PotatoesRnice]

Get aftermarket suspension?

[@PotatoesRnice]

Different tyres?

[@PotatoesRnice]

I've heard of drive train vibration and it worries me

[@MarbenAgliam]

My mother bought the base model and its a nightmare the seats are killing me and my grandparents is having a hell of a time getting in and the heavy hood cannot be lifted by mother she needs assistance to lift it but since she works at a far away city while we live on the rural place and the exteriors is nice but the interior seats and front ain't good at all and i noticed that he uses a push button while the stupid base model uses keys and the keys are hard to turn on the engine you need a lot of force to turn on the engine for people looking for a SUV this is not the option id rather stay on Ford or just don't pick the base model and my 6 foot friend is having a hard time fitting in

[@VintageRKO]

I really hate the of the looks of this SUV especially the tail lights and C pillar. Its a body on frame SUV and they tried to make it look "sporty" and "streamline". It should look tough, edgy and squared. Hopefully in the next generation they can make it look like its American counterparts

[@edwinalexander1170]

Toyota Fortuner is the best car just because you like Isuzu MU X , Ford everest and Mistubish Pajero Sports you may see like Fortuner is not nice. Everything Good in life depends on the choice.

[@samartz]

I have one. Yes it could be better, cheaper but it is what it is, a reasonably priced decent 4wd. Would have bought the Prado but the 2.8 engine cant support that heavy Prado weight

[@alexfrankl7861]

Its the ugliest wagon on the road, the interior was dated from day one and then has the 2.8 boat anchor under the bonnet, how they sell any at all amazes me .

[@kolrodrick]

Amazing closing... in a vacuum! India is one such vacuum where Toyota has been able to flog the fortuner over the competition: an underpowered single turbo Ford Everest (endeavour in India) and the MG Gloster which is a more luxurious version of the LDV 90 sold in Australia. The fortuner holds no. 1 position.

[@ernestorivera3936]

I think this is a good truck but expensive. Interior materials are cheap but durable. This Fortuner has off road lineage as it is based on the hilux and to my eyes the design is the best of the segment , along with his engine. That said , Toyota can do better for the price and they are behind the competitions on value. Still I would buy it.

[@operationhusky820]

Slap a GR badge on that thing makes it more interesting and you can do on any toyota cars nowadays which is funny. Still I admire these things you can beat it up and neglect and it still wont give you headaches.

[@andys31337]

This would be worth it if it had AWD but they don't want to steal sales from the Prado I guess?

[@unharmonix]

It does.

[@andys31337]

@@unharmonix its got 4WD, not AWD

[@unharmonix]

@@andys31337 I'm gonna have to learn the difference I think. Unless you mean the spare wheel spins too on the Prado 🤣

[@andys31337]

@@unharmonix 😂 4wd is for off-road only, AWD can be used on road, which is really nice especially in the rain

[@unharmonix]

@@andys31337 ah yep got you 🤝 Cheers

[@Kinyosan1]

Considering this car is USD 35k in UAE brand new and capable of almost everything it's still a good deal.

[@curlzbean]

With a more powerful petrol engine it could have been a fun drive…

[@SebaF79]

Yes, there are some with the V6 4.0 around in my country they are fun to drive but they are so bad in fuel consumption…..

[@LiT0308]

I had the choice between the furtuner and the Montero sport, I took the Mitsubishi

[@micbarka]

The Fortuner is probably one of the best, if not the best, best value 4x4s any carmaker makes, let alone Toyota. I live in Karratha WA - Toyota and Toyota Hilux Country, where anything other than a Toyota falls apart. FYI. the Fortuner is an upgraded Hilux with a body kit - i.e., all its mechanicals are Toyota Hilux - Australia's best-selling car for years - upgraded with rear discs and rear springs (i.e., the Hilux comes with drums and leaf-springs). I've had my Fortuner for 3 years and 55 000 kms, and it is still as solid as new despite me taking it to some of the toughest offroad conditions in the country. When I bought the Fortuner it replaced an 80 Series Land Cruiser (still one of the best-regarded 4x4s ever made) and a Nissan Dualis, and it does the jobs of both cars better than either of those cars! Eg, the traction control system and factory rear locker means that I have taken the Fortuner to places that even the 80 Series would have struggled to go and to places where most Fortuner owners can only dream of driving. Eg, there is a track up telegraph hill just outside Karratha which is ~45 degrees and full of loose rocks, gravel and holes, and the Fortuner made it up no trouble at all with no wheel spin at all. The track to Gregory's Gorge is like a Sunday family drive for the family in the Fortuner despite being 30+km long rough track and its 2 water crossings - one always deep and the other always rocky. The Fortuner has been incredibly tough - as tough as the 80 Series. I have also driven it at 180km/h on a gravel road with complete stability and traction, 150km/h for 2 hours on a highway to get home before sunset, and it handles sand like a beast - the best sand driver I have ever driven including 80 series and a 2012 Hilux. I.e., it handles sand amazing well with all traction control systems off - i.e., as a raw basic 4x4. I have also done ~2000 km road trips with my kids with the Fortuner packed to the gills and the kids in the rear seats, and the Fortuner did the trip with ease and in comfort even after 20+ hours driving. And it is perfect for the school run and putting around town too. It also only cost me ~$50 000, which is amazing value for Toyota that can do anything and go virtually anywhere. I could take the Fortuner anywhere that a 300 Series owner would take their car - more places, because a 300 Series owner wouldn't take their $100 000+ car half the places I will take the Fortuner because I'm not worried about damaging a very expensive vehicle. I have also made no mechanical changes to the Fortuner because it comes out of the factory good enough for me to take it anywhere. I've improved the all-terrains and I’ve put on 32-inch all-terrains, but a suspension lift would be pointless because it goes everywhere I need to go with the factory suspension. And the factory suspension is solid around town, but also good for rough tracks too. And I bought it using Toyota's Access finance with a 6% interest rate and which gives multiple choices to refinance or sell it. Basically mate, you are clearly clueless and have no idea of the capabilities of cars. I suggest you actually push them to their limits to discover their limits. You haven't gone anywhere close with the Fortuner. The Fortuner is severely underrated because most reviewers ignore it and/or do not even try to push it anywhere to its full capabilities. My suggestion - GET ONE WHILE YOU CAN! When I bought my 2021 Fortuner they were rare around Karratha, but they are now everywhere as the locals are finally waking up to how good and capable they are.

[@ozisnowman]

Depends on what you are buying it for? if you want a reliable small 4WD that is a very capable offroader - it would be hard to beat. I have also been looking at the Isuzu MU-X. When i compare the 2 - both have a good reliable engine, MU-X has a better boot and more leg and head room in 3rd row. MU-X probably has more tech and updated interior, MU-X seems to have better steering/handling. What i hate about the MU-X - electronic handbrake, softer body panels (seen heaps of MU-X's with dings in the door panels), excessive tyre wear (yes there is a big class action against Isuzu at the moment), lengthy wait times for the MU-X - heard that some people are waiting 12-18 months - by the time you get it - it will look different. Toyota has old style handbrake, tougher body panels, but less space/headroom in 3rd row as well i hate the fact that the seats dont fold flat into the floor. But hey at end of the day if one wants a 4WD that can last a long time and is a very capable offroader - not a soccer mums pavement princess, then the Toyota is still old school and parts availability will no issue in years to come. With BOWEN's new emission laws (UTE TAX) - ill be surprised if ISUZU and MITSUBISHI dont leave the market - making future parts availability a nightmare.

[@ozisnowman]

Check out the 4WD comparison review and then make up your mind. Wonder why people in the bush love their Toyota 70 Series - easy to fix, parts availabliity - none of this fancy tech that is likely to get broken and leave you stranded in the bush.

[@anthonywarry]

Yes yes and yes but Toyota resale, reliability, remote dealer network is a no brainer for someone who wants to do some serious travel in Aus. Would I buy one? Maybe, as soon as i returned home from my trip I'd probably move on though... Very entertaining video none the less gents haha!!

[@sanjay2221singh]

Its a gr8 car here in India... Very desirable n durable and it has destroyed all its competitors in its segment...

[@lotpothasi1778]

Because fool indian,indians are Imotional, Outdated interior worst car at this price

[@spiralni]

Smart people

[@BlackBird-fb8im]

I reckon it's reliable since toyota fortuner/hilux/prado continously runs for at least 16 hours a day on mining sites.

[@ErnestMarvinEsteban]

I hate it when people justify its shortcomings by saying “reliability”. No wonder toyota is so slow in improving the cabin and features of the fortuner. And the ride quality is still arguably the worst in its segment! Passengers won’t be comfortable for long rides especially on not so good roads. Not everyone wants to own a car for 20 years! Kias are pretty reliable too but at least they don’t sacrifice too much.

[@streetleswa8053]

Haha , finally an unbiased report on Fortuner , well done boys 👍👍👍👍

[@coldude2559]

Toyota interiors leave a lot to be desired...

[@ben7020]

If they're going to ask for the big bucks then better deliver !

[@cactucoterses9074]

If i was you bro i bought the top line variant of toyota fortuner the gazoo racing

[@multigamer1213]

Not available in other markets

[@satriaadventures8]

Toyota roasted !! Thank boys, hope they'll fix them all and we are still going to buy reliability of Toyota for our peace of mine.

[@jcarter2552]

Anyone know how it handles beach sand?

[@BennyAlexander]

Sadly, this is the only full size SUV available in India. No Ford, No Mitsubishi, No Nissan!. So, Toyota is here to take the full opportunity and they doubled the price in last 5 years. It is AUD1.1K here. Toyota just helped many customers to move to luxury segment. You will see lots of X1,X3, Q3, GLA etc. With a bit of a compromise they get into the luxury segment.

[@unharmonix]

I love my 2016 Fortuner Ltd. Mine is black and has all the TRD options including the grille and tailgate, monsoon shields etc, and I have a big bull bar with giant spotlights. Big offset black steelies and chunky tyres... it looks way, way tougher than a stock Fortuner. I love it. Nice big basic sporty SUV with great handling, you can hurl it into corners at great speeds (140kmh into backroad corners in the wet) and it pulls around. It looks awesome, and with the dyno tune and other few mods I've had done, it goes hard too. Great SUV, very happy with it. Pajero sports look ugly, as do Isuzu; Ford Everests are for the aspiring middle class soccer mums who tootle around suburban streets, and are massively overpriced for what little additional features they have. I really disagree with the majority of this review, it seems like needless whinges about things that don't actually matter. This is a utilitarian vehicle and does a great job of it.

[@willanderson3044]

Toyota has to actually update the hilux and fortuner. They've just been facelifting the cars

[@scottmoseley5122]

As far as looks... the Classic 1st edition is still supreme IMO. Sold my 2015 ..loved it. Looking for a 2007 4x4. I'll soundproof it, add new entertainment system and update the suspension. (and take out those silly fold up rear seats!) . Living in the Philippines Fords are not an option with the long repair times and EXPENSIVE parts. .. Hard no. The new MUX are nice. Rented one for 2 days loved it..but not in my budget.

[@alphaisaladedoyinope7161]

25 years later you will realise that the msrp make sense as compared to ford. If you want luxury offroader, get a Lexus. This is a pure family offroader, the design and materials make sense for it so purpose.

[@tlevans62]

I wouldn't put my family in that terrible vehicle. It's unsafe in the wet and rides like a tractor.

[@mrbundyk]

We compared all 4 when we were looking around last year, we were hoping the Pajero Sport would be the go due to its price and the fact we were coming out of an old Pajero, but the PS was the most disappointing out of the 4. The interior was cramped as its very narrow, the boot layout was rubbish and the drive was underwhelming, especially off the mark. The Everest was just uncomfortable and didn't really get much of a look, the way the second a third rows have a weird slope to them when folded didn't help either. The Fortuner and the MU-X were very tightly contended for us. They drove similar enough, the comfort and ergonomics in both was similar, the price was pretty much the same (Crusade vs LS-T) and both have a good reliability reputation. We ended up with the Fortuner due to a couple of small things, like off road capability (driver aid calibration mainly) and delivery times. The MU-X was going to be a 10 month wait, we waited 5 weeks for the Fortuner. While I do agree with a lot of what's been said in this review, they're certainly not quite as bad as what they are made out to be in this video, and there's no way a cramped, budget built Pajero Sport is a better car.

[@neillgardner3369]

When did you order the Fortuner?

[@joelbontuyan]

It looks like the 2019 Fortuner (Philippines). Our 2023 Fortuner has different tail lights and rims (18 inches).

[@nelsonjeremias2047]

the sad part is my merc E class of 2012 has all the features this thing is having in 2023...

[@bbbb9834]

My Dad have the 2023 Fortuner 2.8 GR Sport Tetradrive 4X4 in Indonesia

[@slipperygravel]

Drove the top-spec mu-x for a couple of weeks with work. Hated it. Sluggish pickup, the interior is rubbish (I hate that row of levers with no dials or buttons). The electric assist steering is overrated. I want one of these cars to feel like I’m driving a big car. Ended up buying a fortuner and love it. Sure, the handling is boring, but compared to our smaller bmw, all of the cars in the class are boring, and the interior is cheap and tacky no matter mu-x, paj or fortuner. Fortuner feels better built, more punchy and far better suited for its intended purpose - weekend adventures!

[@liamcostello4774]

Let’s not pretend a dude in skinny jeans is ever going to get the point of the fortuner. If you seldom ever venture into a dirt road let alone where a fortuner is actually capable of going (regularly without it falling apart) then yeah you’re probably better off with a merc gle mate.

[@russellchristison8425]

My Like is for the review, not the car.

[@choupot5015]

For me This Toyota Fortuner is very decent, I won't ask for more but to last for years.

[@spiralni]

Thousand of years 🎉

[@luismartinez-rb8kl]

I don't know about other people I was in between getting a prado and a fortuner, I was about to buy a 2017 prado gx with 170000km for 35000 when a fortuner gx 2021 showed up at toyota for 40k I offered 38k and they took it, it only has 80k km, for me for 3 grand more it just made sense as to get a 2021 prado with 80k km on the clock would of cost me 60000 dollars, for an extra 20 grand I bought the fortuner 🤷‍♂️

[@TopG20073]

1. NEVER GET A naturally aspirated v4 in the fortuner. Always get the 4.0 v6 2. It is a cheap Land Cruiser, rugged but with mush less tech, LCDs, cameras.. most of which you can install, but will cost you abit. I am talking from the UAE, only get the v6 ones or else just get the Xterra, much more better look for cities and more tech, but not as good in off-roading tho

[@Suroyfamilia]

Test drove all of them and we bought the Fortuner, dont know where you got your pricing from our GXL with leather was 60k. That money was just getting a base MUX or Everest. I like the dash in the tuna i dont want to be looking at big stupid screen like in the Ford. The Tuna is awesome off road and easy on the diesel, 7.2 on the hiway and 9.4 around town. Ford customer service is garbage and would never own one after the issues my mates Ranger has had.

[@unna1996]

I agree mate I test dive alot of car plus work car the isuzu and Mitsubishi seem not to be reliable as Toyota, see alot of good reviews from long term reviews to 4wd reviews only bad thing I hears about it the third row seats everything else pretty good . So yeh I end up bought the 2022 tuna gxl .

[@richardwalsh5570]

100 percent

[@Billy-jn6te]

I currently own a Fortuna have had it for over 4years now and all I’m going to say is they are trash absolute trash I’m not even going to talk about how many times this car has let me down in the scrub 😔

[@brioblancaflor3662]

My close friend has a 2019 model with over 170 thousand kms( very unheard of in the philippines especially during pandemic(plus not taxi or ride servicr vehicle)) and it drives like brand new. i got to say those things last. 0 rattles, 0 issues, didn't have to change anything. Only modification is a retune of the ecu done a few weeks ago but thats it. it was the high end 4x4 variant and is used for floods and the shitty roads my country has to offer. no wonder after how many years of almost remaining the same its still on of Toyota's best sellers

[@mzumilemthobisi6733]

He isn't wrong ...i was disappointed a lot, they get away with a lot of stuff because of it's capabilities

[@blackcyborg009]

Fortuner is made for emerging markets....so I am kinda puzzled why something like this is sold in developed countries like Australia or New Zealand. Toyota Kluger Hybrid is a more world-class vehicle imho

[@harwinderpalsingh4334]

I love Toyota fortuner specially over Pajero … I have driven both

[@arunkris7299]

In india it costs 5 million rupees, but still ruling the market defeating ford endeavour, Mitsubishi pajero and mahindra alutras g4,

[@colincameron6263]

I have a 2022 Hilux and it better be reliable because the thing is so old and under done to ever have any enjoyment driving the thing. I must say we have also a 2020 ranger and two 2021 Everests. Those three cars are a pleasure to drive but the lux disappoints in every metric you can measure it in .

[@chrisa4853]

4 months of having this as my daily driver / work vehicle. Extremely uncomfortable, the ergonomics of the interior and seat comfort is not good. The ride is like a HiLux I had in 2012. There are much better vehicles out there. I am so disappointed I have to live with this for the next few years.

[@richardwalsh5570]

8.8l per 100 here very happy

[@rodneyemmerich8828]

Toyota in 2023 puts Hilux models on the market in UAE without intermittent wiper function and non adjustable front passenger seat . UNBELIEVABLE especially when they are fitted with a touchscreen radio , priorities totally phkt up

[@Windows7Pro2009]

They always skimp out on a lot of features for msg of their models in GCC

[@jasonzhang4354]

This thing can only competes with pajero sport now…engine is good but really lack of those interior elements…

[@Deatomizer]

Some people are happy with simple and basic and overpriced.

[@junjunalac4255]

Thats how reliable is toyota is.

[@Legend._555]

in india there is power tail gate !

[@AviationGuy771-BB77]

i mean today right now toyota has done a few good things on the fortuner aspecialy the 2.8 facelift which has sensors and stuff

[@godofthunder8308]

In india this car comes with electric tail gate

[@Masterm.z]

Here in my country that car is own only by VIPs and wealthy people.

[@osamamanan2723]

Fortuner when gets on the road it makes other cars go on side. Its huge and solid. Not luxurious though. But a true giant. Best for Pakistani roads which are rough mostly. I have 2018 sigma however I would prefer a 2007 model Prado refurbished.

[@420planttechguy]

It's solid cause it's a Toyota, but it ain't huge nor intimidating unless you live in India or China, where most people generally drive smaller cars. In the US the Fortuner would look like a joke compared to cars like the Explorer, Bronco, Traverse, Acadia, and especially the Durango. And if you look at large family SUVs that are, granted far more expensive than this, they also retain that tough look. And pickup trucks as well. In the North American market, the fortuner is a joke. The Middle East has fortunes, a lot of them, and they never look like anything decent compared to other SUVs that drive around their streets

[@ItzJupiter]

"go on side"? I think you mean, "it makes the the other cars move aside"? Also, as the previous comment(er) mentioned, the Fortuner isn't big compared to the vast variety of the cars/utes on our roads. It's got a lot of competition with the likes of the Ford Everest, the Mitsubishi Pajero Sport, the Isuzu MU-X and many more in its segment. But I do disagree with the statement saying that the Fortuner doesn't have a tough look - it's definitely a beaut! The Fortuner is a solid SUV, but it lacks too many features that it should have for a car of its price. However, I know that in asian markets the Fortuner is more of a status symbol than a practical, off-roading SUV-truck hybrid here in Aus, which means Toyota can get away with adding less features but charging more for it.

[@SymonCharlesCsg]

I own Both Toyota Fortuner Gr and Ford Everest Titanium 4x4 bi Turbo, and sad to say the Fortuner is not really worth its price, i dont even care about its resale value cause im not even gonna sell it.