Used Toyota Fortuner Engines For Sale
in South Africa

The second row seats fold 60/40 and the third row 50/50, while the third row seats fold vertically to the sides of the luggage compartment and can be easily dismantled if necessary – the mechanism is simple. In addition to the frame structure, the advantages of the Toyota Fortuner are high ground clearance and a reliable Part-Time all-wheel drive system plus locking rear differential. For the first time, Fortuner in South Africa was offered only with a 2.8 liter turbo diesel engine (177 hp). In 2018, the engine range for the South Africa will expand due to the atmospheric gasoline unit of 2.7 liters and a capacity of 163 liters, operating on fuel with an octane rating of 92. As the main competitor of the Fortuner in the South African market is called Mitsubishi Pajero Sport.

Accessories

For the buyer, the Toyota Fortuner is offered in two fixed trim levels: “Elegance” and “Prestige”. The equipment list of the launch version of Elegance includes LED headlights for low and high beam, alloy wheels and tires 265 / 65 R17, climate control, Toyota Touch 2 multimedia system with a 7-inch touchscreen display, rear-view camera, and heated and cooled glove box branch. Winter comfort is provided by an additional electric heater of the passenger compartment and an engine heater, electric heating of the steering wheel, seats and mirrors. The Prestige package features 265 / 60R18 tires and additionally offers chrome door handles, leather upholstery of the seats with electric driver’s seat, intelligent keyless engine access and starting system, electric tailgate, and more. For the body of the Toyota Fortuner there are 7 color options, including white, white pearl, as well as black, dark gray, brown, blue and metallic silver. The interior color solutions are available in three versions: dark brown fabric upholstery, as well as beige and dark brown leather.

Engine

For the first time the  Fortuner is available only with a diesel engine Toyota 1GD-FTV. It has a volume of 2.8 liters and gives a maximum of 177 hp. (Torque – 450 Nm). Works in tandem with a 6-speed automatic transmission AC60F. The maximum speed of the SUV in this modification is 180 km / h, the acceleration time from zero to 100 km / h is 10.8 seconds. It is worth noting that in other markets this engine is also offered with “mechanics” (torque is 420 Nm), and in addition to it there are two more heavy-fuel units: the “younger” 2GD-FTV (2.4 l, 149 hp) and the “senior” 1KD-FTV (3.0 l, 163 hp). In addition, the original engine lineup of the Toyota Fortuner includes two more petrol units. Sounded above 2.7-liter 2TR-FE, which is expected in SA – the initial one, but there are 4 more.

Chassis

As already mentioned, the Fortuner is built on the frame chassis of the Hilux pickup, but instead of springs in the rear suspension it uses springs. Drive at Fortuner full, part-time. The front axle can be connected while driving up to 100 km / h, and the maximum speed in full drive mode is not limited. A good help on the roads will also be downshift and locking rear differential, in which the torque is forcibly distributed between the wheels of the rear axle in a ratio of 50:50. The ground clearance of the Toyota Fortuner is 225 mm, the angle of entry is 29 degrees, the exit is 25. Body dimensions: 4795 x 1855 x 1835 mm (L x W x H). Wheelbase – 2745 mm. SUV curb weight is 2215 – 2260 kg. Maximum lifting capacity – 520 kg. Toyota Fortuner is able to tow a trailer weighing up to three tons.

Safety

The basic equipment of the Toyota Fortuner includes 7 airbags, Isofix mounts, rain and light sensors, and a dimming salon rearview mirror. The set of active safety systems and dynamics control includes: ABS (anti-lock braking system), BAS (emergency brake assist), VSC (Electronic Stability System), EBD (electronic brake force distribution system), HAC (help system at the start of an ascent), A-TRC (active traction control). As an option, all-LED headlights, rear-view camera, slope assistance system (DAC) are offered.