Gone are the days when SUVs (Sport Utility Vehicle) were used only for off-roading. Today, people prefer SUVs for city driving as well and love to travel in SUVs even on a daily basis.

Toyota, the largest automobile manufacturer in the world, offers an entire range of mid-sized and premium SUVs for the Indian roads, and Toyota Fortuner is one such key product which has grabbed the customer’s attention ever since its launch in 2009, in India. The Fortuner came to India, created an all new segment and has ever since conquered the medium SUV segment.

Be it the Fortuner’s macho exteriors or its plush interiors, this SUV has won many hearts globally. Known for its Quality, Durability & Reliability (QDR), the Fortuner’s massive road presence along with its unbeatable performance in its class has made it the undisputed market leader in its segment. Drawing inspiration from the King of 4WD SUVs- the LC 200, the Fortuner has carved out a niche by taking premium-ness & style to a new level.

The Fortuner 4×4 Automatic Transmission exemplifies sturdiness with a powerful engine, Vehicle Control Stability, ABS braking system with EBD and Brake Assist, 12-spoke 17” Dark Grey Alloy Wheels, Power adjusted driver seats, Front fog lamps with silver bezel and Smoke finished ornamentation on front headlamps and rear combination lamps.

The interiors are equally backed with plush leather wrapped seats, steering and gear shift knob. The Fortuner is also available in two new black & beige interiors and touch DVD Display & Navigation with Voice Recognition.  The other prominent features are- Automatic Dual Air- Conditioning with individual vents for 2nd and 3rd row seats, Automatic HID headlamps with washers, Cruise Control, Full time 4 wheel drive & a Sporty TRD package.

Toyota Kirloskar Motor also became the first manufacturer in India to standardize front airbags across all models and in all grades in mass automobile segments, thus ensuring not just style and class but also safety behind wheels. Other prominent safety features in the Fortuner are Immobiliser, Keyless entry & Pre tensioners & force limiters seat belts for front seats.

India’s undisputed market leader-The Fortuner has sold over 90,000 units since 2009 and commands 74% of the current market share testifying its brilliance. The Fortuner with 4×4 automatic transmission exemplifies sturdiness with its bold design and premium and advanced features.

In a nut shell, the Fortuner has become a cult vehicle with a perfect combination of class, elegance and power. The biggest novelty it has is the versatility signifying that this SUV is here to stay.