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Engine aside, it’s
hard to tell these two variants apart, especially when it comes to the
interior specifications. Both come with almost everything as standard:
all power amenities, Optitron gauges with chrome surround, a 2-DIN
stereo with MP3 playback and 6 speaker system, dual zone climate
control, a trip computer and a 60/40 split-fold-tumble sliding second
row and a 50/50 split-fold third row. Both have spacious seating for 7
adults which are surrounded by excellently finished moquette fabric
seats. No less than 21 cubby holes and cup holders are situated inside
the cabin to keep everything in order.
But while the
Fortuner is already an excellent vehicle, what makes it more special is
its unbelievable price. The 3.0V 4x4 undercuts its chief rivals, the
Isuzu Trooper and Mitsubishi Montero Sport by as much as half a million
pesos by being priced at P 1,498,000. Meanwhile, the value-oriented
2.7G will cause second thoughts on that Nissan X-TRAIL by being priced
at P 1,193,000. And with that, it’s pretty obvious how Toyota is set to
rule the streets. By successfully engulfing all of its competitors with
its wide price range, the Fortuner is set to create ripples by being a
family car with attitude.
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buyer's guide in the Philippines,
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Both variants get
excellently finished cabins which are ergonomically designed and
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Aside from the D-4D
shared with the Hi Lux, the Fortuner gets a 2.7-liter inline-4 with
VVTi technology. This engine pushes out 160 horsepower, similar to
its diesel counterpart. |
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