Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Toyota Fortuner and Legender Get 48V Mild-Hybrid Setup and New Features

Toyota has updated the Fortuner and Fortuner Legender with new mild-hybrid technology, along with a few additional features. This upgrade helps deliver improved fuel efficiency, lower emissions, and enhanced performance.

Bookings for the 2025 Toyota Fortuner are now open, while deliveries will begin from the third week of June 2025.

ModelPrice (Ex-Showroom)
Toyota Fortuner Mild-HybridRs 44.72 lakh
Toyota Fortuner Legender Mild-HybridRs 50.09 lakh

Toyota retails the Fortuner between Rs 35.37 lakh and Rs 51.94 lakh, while the Legender is priced between Rs 44.11 lakh and Rs 50.09 lakh. Their mild-hybrid variants are priced at Rs 44.72 lakh and Rs 50.09 lakh.

*All prices ex-showroom

2025 Toyota Fortuner and Legender – What’s New?

As mentioned here, the 2025 Fortuner and Legender get a new 48V mild-hybrid technology, paired with a 2.8-litre diesel engine and a 6-speed torque converter automatic transmission. It produces 204PS of max power and 400Nm of peak torque, the same as the non-hybrid version.

The hybrid setup gets a small battery pack and an electric motor to help the engine with a quick boost of 16PS and 65Nm for an effortless drive. With the inclusion of an idle start/stop technology, it aids in achieving better fuel economy, especially in city usage. The battery also recharges when you slow down, so it always has enough power.

Design-wise, the hybrid variants remain unchanged, except for the new “Neo Drive” badge on the tailgate. Regarding features, the SUV now comes equipped with a 360-degree camera and wireless charger, both are dealer-level fitments. Unfortunately, Toyota has removed the ventilated seat function for mild-hybrid variants.

Related: Toyota Fortuner Achieves Landmark Milestone of 3-Lakh Sales in India

Toyota Fortuner Legender hybrid (NeoDrive)

2025 Toyota Fortuner and Legender – Other Features

Other features include an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, powered front seats, dual-zone AC, rear AC vents, JBL sound system, ambient lighting, cruise control, auto-dimming IRVM, gesture-controlled powered tailgate, and a coloured MID. Regarding safety, it gets seven airbags, ABS with EBD, ESC, hill start assist, front & rear parking sensors, along with a rear parking camera.

Rivals

Both the Toyota Fortuner and Legender compete with the petrol-powered Skoda Kodiaq, MG Gloster, Jeep Meridian, and the upcoming MG Majestor.

Also Read: Toyota Innova Hycross Exclusive Edition Launched At Rs 32.58 Lakh

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