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    Hi guys,

    I am now looking for a new SUV and it boils down to either Fortuner or MU-X.

    I am aware that the Fortuner is more expensive but aside from the price, what are the advantages/disadvantages of one over the other?

    Thanks

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    Engine response, NVH levels and brake feel favors the Fortuner based on my brief drives of both vehicles. The MUX is hard to discount based on pricing though.

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    ^^^ Always remember, most of the time, you get what you pay for ...

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    Quote Originally Posted by vinj View Post
    Engine response, NVH levels and brake feel favors the Fortuner based on my brief drives of both vehicles. The MUX is hard to discount based on pricing though.
    +1 for the comment above. Much more premium-looking than the MU-X.

    On the other note, I feel that the MU-X is more spacious than the Fortuner for both legroom and headroom. Also, I must say that I really love the low-down torque of the 4JJ1 motor.

    Personally, you won't go wrong with either. Truly, you'll get what you pay for.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Sleepcare View Post
    +1 for the comment above. Much more premium-looking than the MU-X.

    On the other note, I feel that the MU-X is more spacious than the Fortuner for both legroom and headroom. Also, I must say that I really love the low-down torque of the 4JJ1 motor.

    Personally, you won't go wrong with either. Truly, you'll get what you pay for.
    If "for keeps" auto, go with MuX.

    If you'll sell it 5-10years from now, fortuner.

    If features, fortuner. Space/headroom/leg room is not a factor if you dont have a family member who is higher than 5'10" in height.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Sleepcare View Post
    +1 for the comment above. Much more premium-looking than the MU-X.

    On the other note, I feel that the MU-X is more spacious than the Fortuner for both legroom and headroom. Also, I must say that I really love the low-down torque of the 4JJ1 motor.

    Personally, you won't go wrong with either. Truly, you'll get what you pay for.
    Not sure I understand this part:

    "I really love the low-down torque of the 4JJ1 motor"

    Care to elaborate this part? Thanks

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    Quote Originally Posted by Janemar View Post
    If "for keeps" auto, go with MuX.

    If you'll sell it 5-10years from now, fortuner.

    If features, fortuner. Space/headroom/leg room is not a factor if you dont have a family member who is higher than 5'10" in height.
    Hi,

    Why do you think the MU-x more "for keeps" than the Fortuner?

    Timing chain na rin yata ang Fortuner...

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    Quote Originally Posted by ice15 View Post
    Thanks Man, that article was good input.

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    Quote Originally Posted by PATSYS View Post
    Hi,

    Why do you think the MU-x more "for keeps" than the Fortuner?

    Timing chain na rin yata ang Fortuner...
    The Fortuner uses timing belt for a quieter engine where in you have to replace on it's 150k kms.
    The Mu-x PMS is cheaper than the Fortuner. I was shocked when I brought my MU-X 3.0 for it's 1k PMS it is way cheaper than my Trooper with a 4jx1 engine. The build quality of the interior of the Mux looks cheap with hard plastics everywhere

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