Not too long ago, UMW Toyota Motor introduced the 2016 Toyota Hilux pick-up truck and 2016 Toyota Fortuner seven-seater SUV. Here we have both models in their respective range-topping variants, the Hilux in 2.8G 4×4 auto guise and the Fortuner as a 2.7 SRZ 4×4 auto.
What do you get in the Hilux 2.8G auto? Quite a range of equipment, actually, starting with an all-new 2.8 litre 1GD-FTV turbodiesel engine that’s smaller than the old 3.0 litre 1KD-FTV, but produces 14 PS and a whopping 107 Nm more, at 177 hp at 3,400 rpm and 450 Nm of torque between 1,600 and 2,400 rpm.
The output is channeled to the driven wheels via a six-speed automatic transmission with a differential lock on the rear axle; switchable four-wheel drive with low range is standard on all Hilux variants save for the single cab and double cab 2.4 litre 4X2 manual models. Fuel consumption for the 2.8 litre model is rated at 11.8 km per litre, a stunning 25% improvement over the outgoing 3.0 litre engine.
Inside, the 2.8G 4×4 auto model gets the full complement of features – items such as auto LED projector headlights with LED daytime running lights, 18-inch machine-finish alloy wheels, keyless entry and start, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, leather upholstery, a cooled glovebox, a DVD-AVX infotainment system with a 6.1-inch touchscreen and a Camry-style 4.2-inch colour LCD multi-info display feature here.
As for the Fortuner, the carryover 2.7 litre 2TR-FE petrol engine on this range-topping variant now receive Dual VVT-i, bumping outputs by 4 PS and 6 Nm to 166 PS at 5,200 rpm and 245 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
The SUV gets a six-speed auto – the SRZ adding paddle shifters behind the leather-wrapped and wood-trimmed steering wheel – and four-wheel drive as standard, and as on the Hilux, low-range is selectable via a rotary knob on the centre console, while differential locking is activated though a push of a button.
Externally, the Fortuner SRZ gets bi-LED projector headlamps (Hilux 2.8G gets halogen high beams), LED daytime running lights, chrome door belt mouldings and identical 18-inch wheels from the Hilux. Inside, the top-spec Fortuner is the higher-end of the two, with front and rear automatic air-conditioning, a DVD-AVN navigation system with an eight-inch touchscreen and a rear 12 V power socket.
On the safety front, both the Hilux 2.8G and Fortuner 2.8 SRZ get the full complement of Vehicle Stability Control (VSC), Active Traction Control (A-TRC), Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC), Trailer Sway Control (TSC) and seven airbags, including side and curtain airbags as well as a driver’s knee airbag. Three airbags and ABS with EBD are standard on all models.
While we compile our experience with the Toyota Hilux and Fortuner, enjoy the vast gallery of the duo, below.
GALLERY: Toyota Hilux 2.8G AT
GALLERY: Toyota Fortuner 2.7 SRZ AT
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Front right side look just hit a baby boar.Not good for advertisement.If these is the real reflection of the car,it’s not a good one i guess.Frankly rival Mitsubishi look more dashing
lol 2.7 litre engine , only produced 166hp 245Nm
pulling this 2 tons car 4×4. thats 83hp or 122Nm per ton.
what a Slowpoke ;p
put in the turbocharged engine 1.5t capable of making such power. thats RM1380 roadtax vs RM90 roadtax per year.
stupid, are you mr singh?
this fortuner is not meant for racing or street drag pace setting.
the engine is tuned to deliver better torque output at low rpm since its main design is to be able to go off road. do you think people do 100kmh in the jungle?
Less intelligent, are you John? Why can’t a turbocharged 1.5L be tuned by Toyota to churn out power on lower revs? Besides, isn’t off-road vehicle need power rather than torque output which needed for high speed manouvre, Mr John?
Toyota likes to take inspiration from animals for its cars. The Vios dugong, Vios catfish and now Fortuner warthog.
Toyota sales drop & drop.
Must change distributor before too late, UMW Toyota
Albert is crying none stop. Another month eat maggi only
Why no mention of the Fortuner’s rated fuel economy? Btw, 11.8km/liter is not very impressive for a supposedly advanced diesel engine.
Fortuner jgn cakap la, petrol suv at 2700cc, macam air paip je minyak keluar…dah la tak cantik, lagi bagus kalau design hilux bagi kat Fortuner, bayar sampai 200k tp hilux design is way attractive. Fortuner tu rupa macam babi hutan
Siapa berani persoal jepunis overlords woh. MY pipu diam diam beli for show off to relatives and frens
Fortuner using petrol la
If u stare long enuf fortuner resemble wild boar
Any news if the sportivo version ever coming in?
Old engines, very old, but in third world countries Toyota always get away with it.
I m still waiting for d 2.8 diesel SUV?
Yup agreed. Why no 2.8 Fortuner…. the 2.4 specs is crap…. Umw screwing everyone again…..
Me too waiting 2.8 Diesel fortuner full spec. How come 180k car priced does not have VSC and Cruise Control…nonsene stratergy by UMW!
Biggest difference is Hilux no import tax while fortuner pay about 70k import tax
Waste of time to even look at the 2.7 Petrol Fortuner. What is wrong with UMW of only bringing in the cheapskate 2.4 Diesel Fortuner but not the high spec 2.8 Diesel?
Most of the Fortuner I saw on the road were driven by gov. department ppl. Imagine Welfire n Alphard got 2.4L
Have to topup RM12k++ more to get all safety feature.. profit first for UMW..