Toyota Fortuner Facelift 2025 Review : The Fortuner has always represented power, road presence, and off-road ability in India. With a fresh facelift for 2025, the Fortuner has now become an even greater choice for SUV lovers. The updates to the vehicle enhance more than just the looks; added spice is thrown in for the sake of performance and comfort, keeping the Fortuner a highly esteemed option in the premium SUV category. We just took it on an off-road test, and this is how it held up.
Changes in design of the 2025 Fortuner facelift are subtle but noticeable. A large bold front grille is now edged by new LED headlamps and sportier bumpers. The newly patterned design is on the alloy wheels, while new LED tail-lamps grace the rear end. Overall, the SUV looks even tougher and modern while still holding that signature stance. Inside, the company worked to up the quality of the cabin with premium leather upholstery, a slightly bigger infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and much better noise insulation for a quieter ride.
Under-the-hood, the 2025 Fortuner carries on with the tried-and-true 2.8-liter diesel engine with best-in-class 6-speed automatic or manual transmission options. With adequate power rated at 201 bhp and torque at 500 Nm, this is a beast on the highways and off the road. On our off-road test, the Fortuner showed its abilities on several rocky trails and effortlessly worked its way up steep inclines and across water bodies, all thanks to the 4×4 system, high ground clearance, and various drive modes for different terrains. The suspension has good bump absorption, while steering is reassuringly stable in trying conditions.
Fuel economy is not the Fortuner’s calling card, though slight improvements have been delivered by the facelift. In the city, it returns around 10 to 11 km/l, while 14 km/l could be possible on the highway if driven with a licking foot. Compared to all other giant cream-colored SUVs, this fuel efficiency is not bad at all.
Furthermore, the 2025 Fortuner facelift is now equipped with 7 airbags, VSC (Vehicle Stability Control), Hill Assist, and Toyota-Safety-Sense with Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Departure Warning.
To wrap it up, the 2025 Toyota Fortuner facelift strikes the right balance between style, comfort, and rugged performance, still being the go-to choice for the SUV buyer who desires a vehicle that can handle daily driving in the city as well as extreme off-road treks. While not a fuel saver, this definitely brings the right mix of reliability and capability to justify the big price.