Toyota Kirloskar Motor has launched the 2025 Fortuner Leader Edition, building on the success of its 2024 predecessor. Featuring refreshed styling and premium enhancements, the new edition elevates the Fortuner’s bold and dynamic appeal, catering to SUV enthusiasts who value performance and modern design.
Powered by the trusted 2.8L diesel engine, the Leader Edition maintains the Fortuner’s reputation for strong performance, off-road capability, and superior ride comfort. Available in 4×2 Automatic and Manual Transmission variants, it comes in striking color options including Attitude Black, Super White, Pearl White, and Silver.
Commenting on the launch, Mr. Varinder Wadhwa, Vice President, Sales-Service-Used Car Business, Toyota Kirloskar Motor said, “At Toyota, our customers’ evolving lifestyle preferences inspire us to continually refresh and enhance our offerings. We are grateful for the strong acceptance and overwhelming response to the 2024 Fortuner Leader Edition, which has further strengthened the SUV’s legacy as an icon on Indian roads.
Encouraged by this trust, we are delighted to introduce the 2025 Fortuner LEADER EDITION, an offering for those seeking a sportier, more dynamic SUV. We are confident that this refreshed edition will further delight our customers and reinforce Fortuner’s position as the benchmark in the premium SUV segment.”
With a host of new styling elements, including a new grille design with front and rear bumper spoilers and Chrome garnish, further elevates the 2025 Fortuner LEADER EDITION iconic stance. The dual-tone roof in black accentuates its premium edge and enhances its bold character. The glossy black alloy wheels and a distinctive hood emblem ensure a commanding presence on every journey.
The interiors of the New Fortuner LEADER EDITION instantly reflect its refined sportiness. The black and maroon dual-tone seats and door trims exude sophistication, while the addition of auto-folding mirrors, illuminated scuff plates enhance both, style and convenience. Advanced features like the Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) further strengthen the vehicle’s overall safety package. Every detail has been crafted to elevate the driving experience while retaining the Fortuner’s hallmark of comfort and reliability.
At the heart of the 2025 Fortuner LEADER EDITION is Toyota’s proven 1GD-FTV 2.8-litre turbocharged engine, equipped with a Variable Geometry Turbocharger for superior performance and efficiency. Delivering an impressive 201bhp of power and 500* Nm of torque, the engine is paired with a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission, ensuring smooth power delivery and enhanced driving comfort. With its rear-wheel drive (RWD) 4×2 configuration, the New Fortuner LEADER EDITION strikes a fine balance between commanding performance and everyday drivability, making it a versatile companion for diverse road conditions.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor offers a hassle-free ownership experience with the 2025 Fortuner Leader Edition, backed by flexible finance options such as up to 8-year funding, low EMIs, Toyota Smart Balloon Finance, and pre-approved value-added services. Buyers also benefit from five years of free roadside assistance, a standard 3-year/100,000 km warranty (extendable to 5 years/220,000 km), and the customizable Toyota Smiles Plus service package.
Celebrating 15 years in India, the Fortuner remains the country’s most trusted SUV, known for its reliability, iconic design, and 4×4 capability, with over 3,00,000 units sold. Bookings for the 2025 Leader Edition open in the second week of October 2025, both online and at Toyota dealerships.
