Last month, UMW Toyota revealed the updated Toyota Fortuner, which comes with two additional high-spec diesel variants and a couple of detail changes. At the time, the company only released new prices for the existing entry-level 2.4 AT 4×4 diesel (dropping the VRZ badge) and 2.7 SRZ AT 4×4 petrol models, but now we have the retail costs of the new variants as they go on sale effective immediately.
Prices for the new 2.4 VRZ variants stand at RM185,800 for the 4×2 model and RM195,800 for the 4×4, so they sit above the hitherto range-topping RM181,800 2.7 SRZ AT 4×4. Meanwhile, the 2.4 AT 4×4 remains the cheapest model in the stable, priced at RM169,800. All prices are on-the-road without insurance, inclusive of a five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty.
Changes for the 2018 model year are fairly minor, relegated to new LED front fog lights on the 2.4 VRZ and 2.7 SRZ models, plus rear disc brakes that come as standard on all variants. As for the new variants, the 2.4 VRZ 4×2 and 4×4 are pretty much identical in spec compared to the 2.7 SRZ, which should come as no surprise given the price premium over the petrol model.
Kit count includes auto bi-LED headlights with LED daytime running lights, 18-inch alloy wheels, puddle lights, keyless entry, push-button start, a 4.2-inch colour multi-info display, auto front and rear air-con, cruise control, brown leather upholstery, an eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, premium solar and security tint, a powered tailgate and a DVD-AVX infotainment system with an eight-inch touchscreen and six speakers. The 2.7 SRZ still has an upper hand by having a navigation system, but that’s about it.
Safety-wise, the 2.4 VRZ models also follow in the 2.7 SRZ with seven airbags (including one for the driver’s knee), ABS with EBD and brake assist and Vehicle Stability Control (VSC). The 4×4 model also receives Active Traction Control (A-TRC) and Downhill Assist Control (DAC) – the latter is also new on the 2.7 SRZ. The base 2.4 continues to offer three airbags and no stability control.
Mechanicals remain the same as before – the 2.4 litre models get a 2GD-FTV 2.4 litre turbodiesel pushing out 150 PS at 3,400 rpm and 400 Nm from 1,600 to 2,000 rpm, while the 2.7 SRZ receives a 2TR-FE 2.7 litre naturally-aspirated Dual VVT-i petrol engine that churns out 166 PS at 5,200 rpm and 245 Nm at 4,000 rpm.
All models get a six-speed automatic transmission, with the 2.4 VRZ and 2.7 SRZ getting paddle shifters. The 2.4 VRZ 4×2 is rear-wheel drive; all other models gain a part-time four-wheel drive system with an automatic disconnecting differential (ADD) as well as a rear differential lock.
New optional accessories also join the fray in the form a TRD Sportivo body kit (RM4,982), which includes an aerokit, black front grille, emblem, body stripes, specific floors mats and scuff plate. There’s also a panoramic view monitor (RM2,650) and a blind spot monitor with rear cross traffic alert (RM1,855) as well, and all these prices are inclusive of GST.
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Wow. No ESC as standard.
Such a ridicuolus price to pay for the Fortuner. Malaysian car prices tak masuk akal. RM195k for the Fortuner. With Insurance, that is RM200k.
Something is wrong with Malaysia. Malaysians cannot be having the highest car prices in the world for our GDP Per Capita ie gaji orang ramai is small.
Car prices have gone up too much since 1985. For example, in 1985 a Toyota Corolla in Malaysia was rm20k. Today, the Toyota Corolla Altis is RM139k. Prices have gone 7 fold. 700%
But in Japan, the same Toyota Corolla have gone up 40% from 1985 to 2017.
Malaysia – 700% increase
Japan – 40% increase.
Yayyy!!!! a disc brake
LOL!!! Toyota took 12 years to realize rear disc brake was missing
I like this Fortuner. Really got good torque
Better now than never.
Tak faham lah orang mengarut parkir Malaysia free dan nippon 1000x
jangan layan fake poster. Mana My ada free parking? Dalam gua ada lah
If jepunis is so good, go and live there la why kunta same lorrrr susah2 nak compare
Big cars used to be cheap in nippon and everywhere everyone has a corolla. But nowadays big cars no longer cheap, and jepunis pipu have no choice but to get cheaper crampier kei cars.
Something is wrong with Nippon. Jepunis cannot be having the highest overall car prices in the world for their GDP Per Capita ie gaji orang ramai is small.
Car ownership prices have gone up too much since 1985. For example, in 1985 a Toyota Corolla in Nippon was 1mil yen. Today, to own the Toyota Corolla need at least 1Billion yen with the high parking rentals. Prices have gone 10 fold. 1000% times.
MY – parking is free.
Nippon – 1000% times increase.
Another fake news. Japan Corolla price is ¥2,150,000 and not 1 BILLION yen
How much is parking in Tokyo 24/7/365 fo 10 years? Still fake news?
This is the same john who says msia sells the lowest price petrol in the world and sells cheapest car prices in the world.
Pls john, get a life. Now talking abt parking
topic is on car prices. Not parking. Stay focused.
People talking about car prices, mental patient talking about parking fee.
Only mental patient looks at car price tag and dun consider cost of total ownership. Everything is relative, bub. Nowhere in the world owes u a free lunch.
Then include gaji orang Jepun. They earn 10x more than Malaysians. Why you include selective things only?
Gaji lupa ke?
just ignore him, he even says petrol in malaysia is cheapest in the world
I pay RM5 per hour in KL. Where did you get MY has free parking
Rm5 per hour cant even get u parking in outskirt areas in Nippon.
Do we get Japanese salary? You talk about parking, which is not relevant but you should include Japanese salary also
Btw, parking in Malaysia is not free as you claimed
to own Toyota Corolla anda perlukan 1 bil yen?
U think parking in Tokyo is cheap?
Same guy who says our car insurance is subsidized by the Government, cheapest car prices in the world, cheapest ron 95 in the world, all saga got VSC, Proton has no more loans to pay as all paid back
And now….Malaysia has free parking
U pay parking charges to park car at ur house/ condo/ apartment/ flat?
so sad. Write sad and pathetic comment like mesia parking free and then like yourself 323 times
Its more pathetic to hide behind new dupes and then like urself 322 times.
Tak tahan ketawa. Parking free? Minggu depan dia kata toll pun free
Err in the 1980s MYR 1 = JPY 100
Today MYR 1 is not even JPY 30
The goevenrment has done nothing to make our currency strong. At this rate the ringgit will be the most useless currency in Southeast Asia by 2030 and we are still voting for that pussy.
Currency up or down is not totally controlled by gov, especially nowadays with our interlinked economy. This wun change even if u vote for the other pussy. However, ADB, World Bank, Moodys and Bloomberg has acknowledged the rapid improvements on MY economy vis a vis to regional peers.
So shud we belip ADB, Bloomberg, World Bank, Moodys, etc or belip caveman basher?
kerana korupsi, Ringgit jatuh. Nama Msia dah busuk serata dunia.
Macam mana Singapura Dollar boleh kuat?
John,
The Malaysian economy has improved so much to the point that a poor nation like us is helping the richest nation on earth to be great again?
I am not to sure where you are quoting your statistics from but I bet it is a different Bloomberg machine that I am reading my news from. Cheers
I dunno which Bloomberg machine u using, but a google of bloomberg gets u “Malaysia GDP Growth Beats Forecasts”.
Perhaps u shud chuck that Bloomberg machine out the window.
@John,
The same Bloomberg machine use by us foreign fund managers to sell down your KLCI in the previous week.
1. If your growth in your GDP is so great why is your youth unemployment so high.
2. Household debt to GDP levels remain high,
3. Your currency is weak.
Load of other indicators that shows that there is a disproportion in the country’s economic growth.
Please look deeper into how the GDP numbers are being derived. A high GDP number is not necessary a good indicator of an improving economy. By that same logic, the GDP growth of Iraq of 11%, Bangladesh of 7% and Ethiopia’s of 7.6% should be the envy of all nations.
The problem with your kind of people is that you start believing the bullshit you write.
At almost 200k,UMW still want to differentiate each model less and pay more for full specs? C’mon la.. Can’t make 2 price range only? Full spec 2.4 and full spec 2.7 simple as that.It is 200k price tag for god sake!!! Emblem also reluctant to give generously.Inly UMW selling emblem and logo separately!
(Like) Sorento.
(Dislike) Fortuner
The Fortuner looks really sexy. Sorento also. Tough choice.
Ah but yet Fortuner sells 10 : 1 Sorento.
Like (Fortuner)
Dislike (Sorrento)
Does the Sorento have 4×4 with locking rear diff?
“standard rear disc brakes” what is this? the 80’s? LOL
Drum brakes are 80’s LOL
charge RM200k. This is already BMW pricing. But give outdated technology.
I rather buy a 2nd hand BMW X5. Now can get also for RM200k for 2014 model
This SUV is more Lexus than a Toyota! Modern looking design with awesome 4WD capability and freaking reliable engine that is proven to last forever for peace of mind. According to internal source, our government has ordered quite number of units for the VRZ 4×4. Who said 7-seater 4WD with is not important??? Only HM syok sndiri with the so called full specs 5-seater 2wd CRV…
People who buy this Fortuner want to make a statement. The statement being, “I don’t know what to do with my money, so I bought something half-arsed, underspecced and outdated.”
I am one of them
I actually know what to do with my money. Got 2 wives, 2 houses, 6 kids, and Fortuner is my 4th car. Sorry no Kimchi car in my list :). What ryder0707 said is true our govt likes Toyota. Have you seen a Kementerian car with KIA logo??? Btw, full specs Sorento price is about the same as Fortuner full specs and Totoya is the most valuable car brand in the world with car engines that are proven to be rock solid reliable. Not to mention, Toyota RV is good. If you know this, why buy KIA right??? Think again…you might realize Toyota is the best option. Peace.
Trash product…I rather get the Kia Sorento
But yet, Sorento selling lower than 10 units only.
Herald Toyota TNGA Golden era! CHR Camry!!
somehow the equipment lists just keeps getting better as buyers continuously ignore them…..
As Honda Malaysia learns, majority malaysians are buying full spec cars noawadays…..
even in used car market , we are spoilt for choices
In August, a total of 1,062 units of Toyota Yaris Ativ already owned by our neighbor in Thailand.
UMW Toyota, will you bring this model in Malaysia?
1000 units cannot save toyota here
Toyota shouldn’t even consider bringing in the Toyota Yaris Ativ. Though, they should consider bringing in the European Toyota Yaris.
With a price difference like that, better just buy the 2.7 and use the RM 14k for fuel. The 2.4 is not that much powerful anyways and maintenance costs is higher for diesel engine. Another greedy move by UMW!
They should drop the base model with no esc on RM 170K Price is a joke…Bring the 2.8 diesel on fortuner or new land cruiser prado with 2.8 GD diesel like europe then i’m sold..
When the 2.8 model is released, it will be priced way above $200k, so no point waiting. Would have thought that with EEV status, the prices should be much lower. Just you wait, when sales are bad, they will give big discounts!
A 200k car NOW ONLY giving rear disc break?! Even a 50k+ Proton Preve already having rear disc break long ago. I better wait for the VOLVO XC40, at least XC40 road tax is cheaper than Fortuner for sure.
Thai mari pon mau 200k kah???
You know whats funnier….C-HR still not for sale, already not panas la, preview everywhere but not selling. By the time they sell it others have already bringing new model.
standard rear disc brakes?
more like standard UMW laughing stocks.
Sorento way much better. ….
Fortuner is the least value for money SUV for the price you pay. You can get a better spec car else where.
You have to look at the whole package my fren. Toyota aftersales No.1, proven by the recent JD Power.
Toyota buyers know this, thats why it keeps selling.
Toyota is always selling dinosaur and outdated technology and expensive.
This fortuner hardly can sell well in Malaysia now.
I and my friends had already switch to other more exciting , better and advanced technology brands .
Toyota can go to Tong Sampah for us now !!!
When will UMW Toyota Malaysia brings in the Fortuner 2.8 turbo TRD Sportivo?
Isn’t Toyota Fortuner made for third world countries? Is it sold in North America, Europe or Japan?
Hence why is bloody expensive???
Gosh… eyesore bodykits
ESP not standard??? Hahahaha… continue to see your counterparts in Honda laughing their way to bank OK?
WOW !!! WOW !!! WOW !!!! did you see that!!!!
New features!!!!! standard rear disc brakes!!!!!!!
Come on!!!! Check this out!!!!1 disc brakes!!!! REAR finally have disc brake!!!!!! GOOD JOB Lah TOYOTA!!! who can beat you!!!
UMW Toyota is greedy as usual, so when the irrational buying stops, so will the over pricing culture at UMW Toyota. There are other brands that is offering more for your money. Be a smart consumer!
2.4 diesel still not in FULL spec yet??? What will it cost to FULL spec the accessories to be on PAR with the 2.7 SRZ??
Picture illustration is without accessories. So with the 4×4 VRZ and the accessories, OTR with insurance, we’re talking about RM210,000??? And not yet FULL spec.
So I guess we will wait for 2018 for UMW to get a SRZ 2.4 Diesel 4×4. I wonder what the “PREMIUM” price be by then….
if it’s not a Toyota, or if you don’t bother the brand, my as well get the Kia Sorento or the Hyundai Santa Fe. They might throw a big big discount for your purchase. Wasting time waiting for the VRZ diesel 4×4.
Paul tan, could you guys have a comparison between the 7 seater Diesel SUVs. Sub 200k pricing and comparison for a few models (test on the high and low specs also). Performing on and off the road. Namely-
Hyundai Santa Fe
Kia Sorento
Toyota fortuner
Would be a great article and I guess the entry level pricing with specs will be the Kia Sorento.
Paul Tan,
To add to the statement above, I think it would be great if you did a comparison on these SUV and 4×4 off-road vehicles.
I believe a better comparison would be to do a full article or video review on these soft 7 seater diesel soft suv and also a full review on 4×4 off-road SUV. I think the Fortuner should be pit against the MUX, the 2016 Pajero Sports (should this ever come here) & Ford Everest. That way one can really compare the pros and cons of each 4×4 off-road vehicle when driven on the tarmac and out on the jungle trail.
Cheers
I love Toyota Fortuner. I got it , ok !