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Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition has been launched in a new style in the Indian market. Its starting ex-showroom price is Rs 36.51 lakh, while for the automatic variant you will have to spend Rs 38.72 lakh. Features like new black accents, dual-tone black-maroon cabin, ambient lighting and TPMS make it different from before. But has there been any change in the engine and performance? Read complete details about booking date and all special features.
Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition has been launched in the Indian market.
Toyota Kirloskar Motors has launched the 2026 Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition in India. This special edition is available at a price of Rs 36.51 lakh for the 4×2 manual variant and Rs 38.72 lakh (ex-showroom) for the 4×2 automatic variant. Booking will start from October 12, 2026 on the company’s official website or nearest dealership. This edition is an updated version of the Leader Edition of 2024 and 2025, which mainly focuses on cosmetic changes and cabin updates.
According to Toyota, till now the total sales of Fortuner have crossed 3.3 lakh units. The Leader Edition is for those customers who want a slightly different look and features along with the strength and reliability of the traditional Fortuner. No mechanical changes have been made in it, but the styling and cabin ambience have been improved. It will be made available in 3 color options – Super White, Platinum White Pearl and Attitude Black.
Design and interior
The exterior includes a signature front grille, black rear door garnish, gloss-black alloy wheels with matching hub caps, black roof treatment, black antenna, body-side moldings and hood emblem. Overall the look remains sporty and premium. The cabin has dual-tone black-maroon seat upholstery and matching door trims. New ambient lighting and illuminated scuff plates make the cabin more attractive.
Features and safety
Features like auto-folding outside rear view mirror and Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) have been added, which enhance everyday convenience. The standard safety kit of the Fortuner remains, which includes 7 airbags, ABS with EBD, electronic stability control, traction control and other systems.
Engine and Performance
The 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine produces around 201-204 bhp power and 420 Nm torque in manual and 500 Nm torque in automatic. 4×2 drivetrain available with 6-speed manual or automatic gearbox. There are no new mechanical upgrades, so performance will remain the same as the current Fortuner. Five years free roadside assistance and three years/1 lakh km warranty are also available.
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