Toyota Hilux vs Toyota Fortuner

Autocar India
Toyota Hilux

Toyota Hilux

VX 4x4 AT

36.69 lakh

Toyota Fortuner

Toyota Fortuner

GR-S 2.8 Diesel 4x4 AT

50.46 lakh

Engine & Transmission

Engine Type

N/A
Turbocharged

Engine Displacement

2755 cc
2755 cc

Number of Cylinders

4
4

Engine Installation

Front
Front

Fuel Type/ Propulsion

Diesel
Diesel

Gearbox Type

Torque Converter
Torque Converter

Number of Gears

6
6

Manual Shifts via Gear Lever on Automatic Gearbox

Paddle Shifters for Automatic Gearbox

Sport Mode for Automatic Gearbox

Drive Layout

Four Wheel Drive
Four Wheel Drive

Lockable Differential/s

Max Engine Power

204 hp at 3000 - 3400 rpm
204 hp at 3000 - 3400 rpm

Max Engine Torque

500 Nm at 1600 - 2800 rpm
500 Nm at 1600 - 2800 rpm

Fuel & Performance

Fuel Supply System

Common Rail
Common Rail

Emission Standard

Bharat Stage VI
Bharat Stage VI

Drive Mode Types

N/A
Multiple

Terrain Modes

Auto Start/Stop

Fuel Tank Capacity

80 litres
80 litres

User Reported Mileage

–
12.25 kmpl

Suspension & Steering

Front Suspension Type

Double Wishbone
Independent, Double Wishbone

Front Springs

Coil Springs
Coil Springs

Rear Suspension Type

Rigid Axle
Independent, Multi-link

Rear Springs

Leaf Springs
Coil Springs

Damper Control

Ride Height Adjust

Type of Power Assist

Hydraulic
Hydraulic

Steering Adjust type

Manual
Manual

Steering Adjust

Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt and Telescopic

4 Wheel Steer

Turning Radius

6.3
5.8 m

Front Brakes

Ventilated Disc
Discs

Rear Brakes

Drum
Discs

Wheel Size

17 inches
18 inches

Front Tyre Size

265/65 R17
265/60 R18

Rear Tyre Size

265/65 R17
265/60 R18

Wheels

Alloys
Machine finished alloys

Spare Wheel

Full Size
Full Size

Dimensions

Length

5320 mm
4795 mm

Width

1855 mm
1855 mm

Height

1815 mm
1835 mm

Wheelbase

3085 mm
2745 mm

Chassis Type

Ladder Frame
Ladder Frame

Doors

4
5

Comfort

Exterior Mirrors Electric Adjust

Remote Locking

Push Button Start

Rear AC Vents

Rear Windscreen Sun Shade

Rear Power Outlet

Ambient Lighting

Driving Modes

Launch Control

Dead Pedal

Bluetooth Connectivity

Steering Mounted Controls

Audio and Phone
Audio and Phone

Power Windows

Front and Rear
Front and Rear

Power Windows with One Touch-Down

All
All

Power Windows with One Touch-Up

All
All

Exterior Mirrors Electric Fold

Yes with power folding

Keyless Entry

Yes with proximity sensors

Climate Control

Manual
2-zone

Rear Window Sun Shades

Front Passenger Seat Adjust from Rear

Sunroof

Cruise Control

Auto Parking

Digital Instrument Cluster

Fully Digital
Part Digital / Part Analogue

Headlight and Ignition on Reminder

–

Foldable Seatback Table

Rear Parcel Tray

Accessory Power Outlet

–

Vanity Mirror

Front Passenger Only

Rear Reading Lamp

–

Glove Box

Roof Grab Handles

Interior Lamps

Heated ORVM

Comfort Headrest

–

Door Pockets

Bottle Holder in Doors

Cup Holders

Utility Recess On Dashboard

–

Cooled Glovebox

Sunglass Holder

–

Driver Armrest Storage

Powered Backseat Recline Adjustment

Cooled Storage

Flat Bottom Steering Wheel

UV Cut Glass

Cooled Cup Holders

12 Volt Port

Trunk Light

–

Removable Third-Row Seat

–

Powered Tailgate

–

Electric Tailgate Release

–

Third Row AC Vents

–

Hands-free Boot Opening

–

Safety

Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)

Brake Assist (BA)

Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)

Traction Control

Electronic Stability Control

Anti-Pinch Power Windows

All
–

Central Locking

Hill Descent Control

Automatic Headlamps

Speed-Sensing Auto Door Locks

Automatic Wipers

Child Safety Lock

ISOFIX Child Seat Mounts

Rear Washer/Wiper

Rear Defogger

Blind Spot Monitor

Adaptive Cruise Control

Airbags

7
7

Day Night Interior Mirror

Manual
Automatic

Parking Sensors

Front & Rear
Front & Rear

Parking Camera

360 degree

Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

With Display

Electronic Parking Brake

Lane Departure Avoidance

Front Collision Avoidance

High Beam Assist

Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance

Leading Vehicle Departure Alert

Auto emergency braking (AEB)

Heads Up Display

Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlock

Anti Theft Alarm

Overspeed Warning

–

Dual Tone Horn

–

Height Adjustable Seat Belt

Seat Belt Warning

Video Recording

–

Dashcam

–

Speed Sensing Door Lock

Door Ajar Warning

–

Driver Airbag

Passenger Airbag

Side Airbag

Curtain Airbag

Pretensioners & Force Limiter Seatbelts

Driver Attention Warning

Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Traffic Sign Recognition

Oncoming Lane Mitigation

–

Speed Assist System

–

Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist

–

Lane Keep Assist

–

Road Departure Mitigation System

–

Rear Seatbelt Reminder

With Load Sensor

Hill Start Assist

–

Day/Night Interior Mirror

–
Auto

Exterior

Body Coloured Bumpers

Headlight Type

LED
LED

Projector Headlamps

Daytime Running Lights

LED
LED

Front Fog Lamps

Outside rear view mirror (ORVM)

Rub Strips

–

Antenna

Shark Fin

Cornering Headlights

–

Headlight Height Adjuster

–

Sequential Turn Indicators

Welcome and Goodbye Animation

Illuminated Logo

Puddle Lamps

–

Scuff Plates

–

ORVM turn indicators

Cornering Foglamps

LED DRLs

–

LED headlamps

LED taillights

LED fog lamps

Connected LED

Stop Lamp

Wheel Arch Cladding

Door Handle Finish

Black
Body Coloured

Charging Indicator On Light Bar

–

Spoiler

–

Interior

Speedometer

Digital
Analog

Tachometer

Digital
Analog

Trip Meter

Average Fuel Consumption

Average Speed

Distance to Empty

Gear Indicator

Head-up Display

Low Fuel Level Warning

Instantaneous Consumption

Shift Indicator

Seat Count

5
7

Seat Material

Fabric
Leatherette

Leather-wrapped Steering Wheel

Driver's Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Driver's Seat

Driver's Seat Memory

Front Passenger Seat Height Adjust

Electric Adjust for Front Passenger's Seat

Front Passenger Seat Memory

Adjustable Front Headrests

Adjustable Rear Headrests

Individual Chairs at Rear

Rear Seat Backrest Recline

Manual

Rear Seat Backrest Fold

Third Row Seats

Ventilated Seats

Rear Seat Armrest

Yes with Holders

Front Seat Armrest

Yes with Storage

Massage Seats

Heated Seats

Rear Seat Backrest Split

Ottoman Seats

–

Soft Touch Dashboard

–

Soft Touch Door Trim

–

Second Row Seat Adjustment

–

Leather-wrapped Gear Knob

–

Third Row Seats Fold

–

Third Row Seats Split

–

Entertainment

Audio System

CD Player

USB Input

AUX Input

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Bluetooth Telephone Function

Steering Audio Controls

Steering Phone Controls

Wireless Phone Charging

Display

12.3-inch Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen

MirrorLink

Web Browser

Video Player

Gesture Controls

Touchpad

Rear Entertainment Screens

Android Auto

Wireless

Apple CarPlay

Wireless

Satellite Navigation

Phone-based
On-board

Voice Commands

Front USB port

2 Type C
–

Second Row USB port

2 Type C
–

Branded Music System

Speakers

8
6

Inbuilt Music App

–

Front Passenger Screen

–

Rear Seat Infotainment Controls

Connected Car Features

Find My Car

App Details

–

Vehicle Tracking Via App

–

Smart Drive Information

–

Driving Analytics

–

Phone App

–

Location Based Services

–

Check Vehicle Status via App

–

Live Location Sharing

–

Remote Car Lock/Unlock via App

–

Low Battery Warning

–

Navigation On Instrument Cluster

–

Summon Mode

–

Service Reminder Via App

–

SOS Button

–

Tow Away Alert

–

Questions you may find useful

•19w

I am a 22-year-old planning to buy and build an off-road machine. I am stuck between the Toyota Hilux and the Toyota Fortuner, especially considering the stronger road presence of the Hilux. However, the cost of modifications on the Hilux would be higher compared to the Fortuner, though this may be offset by the discounts being offered on it. I am also unsure about its practicality due to its rear seat and compromise on comfort. Additionally, does either of these perform better than the other off-road?