sightings: Toyota Fortuner?

[vicoyski]

Hi guys! I'm new here in tsikot.com. After seeing all your posts and inquiries about the Fortuner (the TMPC guys prefer to pronounce it "For-TOO-ner" instead of "For-CHOO-ner"), I have decided to post some comments myself.

Here are some answers to your questions:
1. The Fortuner is, of course, a mid-sized SUV and is not meant to replace the RAV4. A new model RAV4 may be released late this year or next year. I've seen some spyshots and it's quite a looker!
2. Fortuner's engine is the same as the 4x4 HiLux (Vigo). Fortuner was released in Thailand as an all-time 4x4. But, who knows? TMPC might release a 4x2 model, like what they did for the RAV4.
2. The Fortuner's 3rd Row is indeed a bit cramped. But, it's not true that your head will touch the rear glass. The rear headrests can be raised to prevent this. The leg space, I guess, was designed with the average young asian in mind. It won't be mass transport FX-material. It's more for the upward moving family joe.
3. Just like the Innova, Fortuner is a 7 seater. Difference is, Fortuner is a bit longer outside. Interior is basically the same, save for the airconditioning set-up. The Fortuner's 3rd Row AC is located at the right-side rear-most panel. Innova's is on the ceiling. :transform:
4. Price range? Hmmm... If we use the e-toyotaclub thai baht price of THB999,000-1,219,000 and assume that the taxes are exactly the same, the price range would be between P1.4M-1.7M (THB1=P1.4017). But, I do hope Toyota Motor Phils. won't price it over P1.5M. That is if they wanna skim from the Ford Everest market.
5. There is indeed a unit prowling our streets. Me thinks it's the unit that they are showing to the dealers. I was told by an insider that the launch was suppose to be March 2005. But, that seems unlikely now. A 2nd quarter release may be due. I think they wanna make sure that the interested guys get their mid-year bonuses for the downpayments. :hihihi:

[revoGSX]

mga around 1.5M daw price sabi ng agent na kakilala ko sa toyota makati.. guess lang daw po ito..

[vicoyski]

mga around 1.5M daw price sabi ng agent na kakilala ko sa toyota makati.. guess lang daw po ito..

I just hope it's inclusive of the insurance cost!

[KCboy]

i hate that abt toyota, forcing buyers to buy their sh#$$y insurance when i can get insurance from other people at a lot cheaper price and with the same coverge. i hope talaga 1.5m fortrunner, ok na. save up na ulit pangsetup...hehe

[odell]

mukha ngang promising.. kelan daw dating nito?

[Benzmizer]

mukha ngang promising.. kelan daw dating nito?

Heard May 9 >> event for dealers * The Makati Shang. Media/Public > May 20 * the same venue....

...well, that's what I know...

[Benzmizer]

Here's the latest OFFICIAL word on the Fortuner's Price:

[SIZE=5]2.7L GAS 4x2 AT - P1,193,000

3.0L DSL 4x4 AT - P1,498,000[/SIZE]

[KCboy]

may o june daw. nissan tahimik sa pagdating ng xterra. siguro isip kung yung old china xterra o new us xterra ang ipaparating.

[odell]

tamang tama! :D

meru nnga ngaun dumadating mga suv's gawa china.. gaya mga cruisers pati patrol.. gulat ako...

[RedHorse]

tamang tama! :D

meru nnga ngaun dumadating mga suv's gawa china.. gaya mga cruisers pati patrol.. gulat ako...

saan yan odell, masilayan man lang, uwi kasi ako sa province next week

[ARB]

the hi-lux vigo and the new prado share the same front suspension set-up.

[quiksie]

ganda ng fortuner another giant step for toyota

[vicoyski]

Ganda talaga! The Innova got a very good review from motioncars.com. For sure, the Fortuner will enjoy a good review, as well.

Pinag-iipunan ko na nga ang Fortuner, eh...

[rv]

saw a metellic bronze fortuner by chance up close and personal today at the fort this afternoon! i think their doin a commercial coz there were lights and cameras being set up! plus some models were there too. one thing i can say! what a gorgeous suv!

[edgee]

any idea kung may fortuner sa motor show this week? sana launch na nila dun.

rv, is it big ba? or halos same size lang with crv?

[wingman]

malaki ang fortuner compared to the crv. i am in thailand right now, sus grabe karami ang mga bagong toyota cars dito. meron pa silang mga van at sedan na pinalabas dito na may parang W ang emblem sa harap instead of the common toyota logo. parang WISH yata ang nakasulat nun.

[edgee]

wingman,

is the 3rd row seat really seatable?

[odell]

edgee..
i think so.. kasi based siya sa innova..

excited na ako sa show :D

[edgee]

odell,

here's an email from motor show

Hello Edgee. Thanks for writing about Manila Motor Show.

We have asked Toyota to display the Fortuner, but as of this time they have not committed to display it yet. The launch is some weeks away and they deem the Motor Show too early for that. However, the Toyota F1 car will be on display.

Show dates are April 28 1400-2200
April 29-30 1000-2200

We've listed below some of the key activities for the show. With all of these lined up, you can stay for almost an entire day, especially if you bring friends and family along.

Activities and exhibits:
-More than 100 cars on display from 23 manufacturers and distributors -Public debuts of more than a dozen new cars including future models -Test the latest and toughest Ford SUVs on specially-designed offroad tracks -Take the new cars of BMW, Mazda, and Hyundai for a drive -Special financing deals and price offers for car buyers -Wide range of accessories and aftermarket equipment -Motorsports fever with the Toyota F1 car, and Ford's WRC concept -Classic cars on display from BMW, Ford, and Mercedes-Benz

We will reserve a pair of tickets under your name, for claiming at the entrance desk. Please bring a valid ID.

Thanks!

Regards,
Jason K. Ang
jason*motioncars.com

but all hopes sana meron fortuner sa motor show, i'm from la union so 6hrs drive pa ako!

[rv]

edgee,

yes its definitely bigger than the crv but third row seats look kinda cramp pero ganda talaga! lakas ng dating!