NewsPhotos Toyota's Ace Of Spades: Affordable 'Mini Fortuner' Set To Challenge Scorpio, Thar Roxx - Details

Toyota's Ace Of Spades: Affordable 'Mini Fortuner' Set To Challenge Scorpio, Thar Roxx - Details

Mini 'Toyota Fortuner': Toyota is working on a new rugged 4x4 SUV to compete with Mahindra’s popular Scorpio and Thar Roxx, after noticing their unchallenged success and potential of the segment, according to the media reports, which further suggests that the new SUV model will fit between the Urban Cruiser Hyryder and the Fortuner in Toyota’s lineup. Unlike the Fortuner, it won’t have a body-on-frame chassis. Instead, it may use a new flexible platform designed to support different body styles and powertrains, including a hybrid setup.

Lakshya Rana|

Updated:Jan 22, 2025, 02:03 PM IST

Toyota FJ Cruiser Concept

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Toyota has been a leader in the full-size SUV segment, especially after the Ford Endeavour exited in 2020. The Fortuner’s strong reputation for reliability has helped it dominate, even as its price steadily increased over the years, reaching nearly Rs 60 lakh, on-road for the top variant. (Image- Toyota FJ Cruiser Concept, used for representational purpose)

Thar Roxx

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The Fortuner’s high price has left a gap in the sub-Rs 40 lakh segment. Mahindra has taken advantage of this with models like the Scorpio N and Thar Roxx, offering sophistication, premium features, and excellent off-road capabilities. (Image- Thar Roxx)

Toyota FJ Cruiser Concept

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Recognizing this, Toyota is now developing a more affordable SUV for customers who want its reliability and off-road capabilities without the premium price. However, there is no clarity yet on what this model will be called, a Mini Fortuner or something else. (Image- Toyota FJ Cruiser Concept, used for representational purpose)

Toyota FJ Cruiser Concept

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The new SUV will likely offer petrol and strong hybrid powertrains, with the possibility of an electric version later. The hybrid setup may be similar to the Innova Hycross, which pairs a 2.0-litre petrol engine with a strong hybrid system. (Image- Toyota FJ Cruiser Concept, used for representational purpose)

Toyota Fortuner

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The SUV is expected to have rugged looks and design elements similar to a Fortuner, including high ground clearance. All details mentioned in the article are extracted from various media reports. (Image- Toyota Fortuner)