Source type: Toyota South Africa published model specification data
Toyota Fortuner vs Suzuki Fronx
A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance, fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
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Toyota Fortuner
2.8 GD-6 4X4 GR-Sport 6AT
Diesel
6-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 999,000
ex-showroom
⚡ 150 kW
🔧 500 Nm
⛽ 13.2 km/l
VS
Suzuki Fronx
1.5 GLX AT
Petrol
4-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 372,900
ex-showroom
⚡ 77 kW
🔧 138 Nm
⛽ 17.5 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
Toyota Fortuner vs Suzuki Fronx: the short answer
Fortuner has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Fronx remains close.
Fronx starts ZAR 382,000 cheaper
Fortuner from ZAR 685,900 · Fronx from ZAR 303,900
Five key differences
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| Specification | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Fortuner150 kW | Fronx77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | Fortuner500 Nm | Fronx138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Engine Size | Fortuner2755 cc | Fronx1462 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Fortuner13.2 km/l | Fronx17.5 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | Fortuner279 mm | Fronx170 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Official OEM South Africa
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
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Fortuner
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
- Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Fronx
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
- Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Which One's Right for You?
Fortuner
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Fronx
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2006 | 2023 |
| Generation | Currently sold Fortuner belongs to the second generation with periodic feature and safety upgrades | First generation Fronx on modified Baleno/HEARTECT platform with raised ride height and SUV body; shares K15B engine with Baleno, Ertiga, XL6, and Grand Vitara; developed as Suzuki's response to the growing compact coupe-crossover segment |
| Facelift History | Major updates in 2016 (new generation) and feature refreshes in 2021 with improved infotainment, safety tech, and design tweaks | Launched in South Africa in 2023 as a new nameplate — no facelift has been released for the first generation globally as of 2025; the model is in the growth phase of its product lifecycle |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2021 | 2025 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | White, Black, Silver, Dark Green, Grey | Opulent Red, Grandeur Grey, Arctic White, Midnight Blue, Lucent Orange |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup |
| Drivetrain Note | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.8 GD-6 4X4 GR-Sport 6AT | - |
| Model Year | Current | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | SUV | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | GVM 2735 kg; Toyota SA does not publish tare mass | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | SUV |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4795 mm | 3995 mm |
| Width | 1855 mm | 1765 mm |
| Height | 1835 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2745 mm | 2520 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 279 mm | 170 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 170 mm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 l | 37 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 541 l | 304 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1946 kg | 970 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2735 kg | 1420 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 493 kg | 480 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 2800 kg | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 3 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 5.8 m | 5.1 m |
| Front Headroom | 1015 mm | 975 mm |
| Rear Headroom | 979 mm | 955 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1048 mm | 1043 mm |
| Rear Legroom | 928 mm | 890 mm |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | Not Applicable | 1510 mm |
| Rear Track Width | Not Applicable | 1510 mm |
| Front Suspension | Not Available | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension | Not Available | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Chassis Type | - | Monocoque |
| Power Steering | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Column | - | Tilt and Telescopic Adjustable |
| Front Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Rear Spring Type | - | Coil Spring |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | - | Standard |
| Shock Absorber Type | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Chassis Material | - | Monocoque |
| Front Suspension Type | Not Available | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| MagneRide Damping | - | Not Available |
| Rear Axle Type | - | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Rear Suspension Type | Not Available | Torsion Beam with Coil Spring |
| Shock Absorbers | - | Telescopic Gas Dampers |
| Suspension | - | MacPherson Strut with Coil Spring |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | Not Available | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Power Windows | Not Available | All Four Windows |
| Keyless Entry | Not Available | Not Available |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Not Available |
| Wireless Charging | Not Available | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Electric Tailgate | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 704 l |
| AC Type | Not Available | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Side Steps | Standard/available | - |
| Skid Plates | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | Not Available |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | Not Available |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | Not Available |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | Not Available |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | Not Available |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | Not Available |
| Side Step | Standard/available | - |
| Source Model Column | fortuner | fronx |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | Not Available |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | Not Available |
| Trailer Stability Assist | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Trailer Sway Control | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Trim Level | flagship | flagship |
| Variant Role | Performance-focused derivative | Flagship / premium derivative |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | Not Available |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | - | Not Available |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | 704 l |
| Rear Window Defroster | - | Standard |
| Electric Mirror Folding | - | Manual Fold |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | - | Standard — Driver Height Adjustable |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | - | Not Available |
| 12V Accessory Socket | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Speed Limiter | - | Standard |
| Adaptive Dampers | - | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | - | Not Available |
| Climate Zones | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | - | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Not Available | Not Available |
| Engine Warranty | - | 4 Years |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Front Power Outlet | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | - | 5.7 |
| Glovebox Cooling | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Hill Start Assist | - | Standard |
| Panoramic Roof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Performance Data Logger | - | Not Available |
| Power Mirrors | - | All Four Windows |
| Push Button Start | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Defogger | - | Standard |
| Rear Seat Split | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Rear Wing | - | Not Available |
| Rev Matching | - | Not Available |
| Seat Type | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | - | All Seats |
| Spare Wheel | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar | - | Standard |
| Steering Mounted Controls | - | Standard |
| Telescopic Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Tilt Steering | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Voice Command | - | Via Smartphone |
| Voice Command Support | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Accelerator 0 100 | - | 13.0 sec |
| Air Conditioning | Not Available | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Bottle Holders | - | 4 |
| Centre Console | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Common Rail Injection | - | Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPFI) |
| Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Difflock | - | Not Available |
| Digital Speedometer | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | - | Manual Fold |
| Front Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Front Wiper | - | Standard |
| Front Wipers Type | - | Standard |
| Glove Box | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | - | Not Available |
| Lift Gate | - | Not Available |
| Manual Aircon | - | Manual Air Conditioning |
| Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Passive Entry Start | - | Not Available |
| Power Socket 12v | - | 1 x 12V Socket |
| Powered Tailgate | - | Not Available |
| Rear Air Conditioning | - | Not Available |
| Rear Diff Lock | - | Not Available |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | - | Not Available |
| Remote Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Remote Side Mirror | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rim Size | Not Available | 16 Inches |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | - | Not Available |
| Side Impact Bars | - | Standard |
| Sonar | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Sound System | Not Available | 6 |
| Sport Plus Mode | - | Not Available |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | - | Standard |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | - | Standard |
| Steering Column Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Sub Frame | - | Monocoque |
| Surround View Monitor | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| TPMS | Not Available | Standard |
| Unlocking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Vdc | - | Standard |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | - | Not Available |
| Walk Away Lock | - | Not Available |
| Wireless Charger | Not Available | Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 1.5-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol |
| Engine Code | Market-specific engine family | K15B |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2755 cc | 1462 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 16 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Naturally Aspirated |
| Fuel System | Common-rail direct injection | Multi-Point Injection |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 82.0 mm | 74 mm |
| Stroke | 94.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Maximum Power | 150 kW | 77 kW @ 6000 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 500 Nm | 138 Nm @ 4400 rpm |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Type | 4WD | FWD |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 210 km/h | 175 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.2 sec | 13.0 sec |
| Quarter Mile | 16.2 sec | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Drive Modes | Eco, Comfort, Sport | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Launch Control | No | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Rev Limiter | 4800 rpm | Not Officially Disclosed |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 100 kW/tonne | 79.4 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 220 Nm/tonne | 142.3 Nm/tonne |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | Ladder frame | Front Wheel Drive |
| LSD Available | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transfer Case | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not Applicable |
| Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | 4.388:1 |
| Number of Gears | 6 | 4 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | Single Dry Plate Diaphragm |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gear Shift Type | Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Drivetrain | 4WD / AWD | FWD |
| 4WD Engagement | Available | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Hi Range | Available | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Lo Range | Available where 4WD low range is fitted | Not Applicable |
| 4WD Selector | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not Applicable |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Drive Mode Selector | 4WD/off-road drive mode support | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Gearbox Type | Automatic | 4-Speed Automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Low Range | Available where 4WD low range is fitted | Not Applicable |
| Axle Layout | 4x4 | FWD |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Transmission Speeds | 6 | 4 |
| Engine Position | - | Transverse Front-Mounted |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | - | 2.8 |
| Differential Type Front | - | Not Available |
| Differential Type Rear | - | Not Available |
| Transfer Case Guard | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 13.2 km/l | 17.5 km/l |
| City Mileage | 10.7 km/l | 14.3 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 15.4 km/l | 20.8 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 l | 37 l |
| Emission Standard | Not Applicable | Euro 5 |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Real-world Mileage | 13.2 km/l | 17.5 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 80 | 37 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | Side, curtain, driver, passenger and driver knee airbags | 6 |
| ABS | Standard | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Traction Control | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Descent Control | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not Available |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | Standard |
| Child Safety Lock | Not Available | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Not Available | 2 Rear ISOFIX Points |
| Brake Assist | Not Available | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Not Available | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Available | All Seats |
| Front Parking Sensors | Not Available | Not Available |
| AEB | Not Available | Not Available |
| BA | Not Available | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | Not Available |
| Curtain Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Driver Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Hold | Not Available | Standard |
| Passenger Airbag | Standard | 6 |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Available | All Seats |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Available | All Seats |
| Side Airbags | Standard | Not Available |
| Stability Control | Not Available | Standard |
| TCS | Standard | Standard |
| Knee Airbag | Driver knee airbag | Not Available |
| ABS EBD | Standard | Standard |
| Alarm System | - | Standard |
| Central Locking | - | Remote Central Locking |
| Side Impact Beams | - | Standard |
| Speed Alert System | - | Standard — Audible Warning at 120 km/h |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | - | Not Available |
| Safety Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Whiplash Protection | - | Active Head Restraints on Front Seats |
| Lane Change Warning | - | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | - | Not Available |
| Anti Theft Alarm | - | Standard |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | - | 6 |
| ESC With Traction Control | - | Standard |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | Standard |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Keep Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Lane Departure Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Parking Sensors | Not Available | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Rear View Camera | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View |
| 360 Degree Camera | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Not Available | Not Available |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | Not Available |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | Standard |
| EV Mode | Not Available | Not Available |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Not Available | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Not Available | Not Available |
| Park Assist | Not Available | Not Available |
| Around View Monitor | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Blind Spot Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | - | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | - | Not Available |
| Front Camera | - | Not Available |
| Parking Distance Sensors | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Parking Sensor | - | Rear Ultrasonic Sensors |
| Pre-Collision System | - | Not Available |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | - | Standard |
| Rear View Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reverse Camera Type | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Reversing Camera | - | 360-Degree Surround View |
| Surround View Camera | Not Available | 360-Degree Surround View Camera |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Not Applicable | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Heated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ventilated Seats | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Ambient Lighting | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1395 mm |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | 1370 mm |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Applicable | Urethane |
| Interior Colour Options | 5 | 2 |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Applicable | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Not Applicable | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Not Applicable | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Premium dashboard layout, touchscreen infotainment, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, comfortable seating, climate control | 9-inch touchscreen on GLX with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, 360-degree surround view camera on GLX, blind-spot monitoring on GLX, automatic climate control on GL+ and GLX, dual front airbags standard, ABS standard, al |
| Interior Colours | 5 | 2 |
| Seat Trim | Not Applicable | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Seat Adjustment | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Steering Type | - | Electric Power Assisted (EPAS) |
| Steering Adjustment | - | Tilt and Telescopic |
| Folding Rear Seats | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Front Armrest | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Rear Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Cup Holders | - | 4 |
| Rear AC Vents | - | Not Available |
| Rear USB Ports | - | 0 |
| Instrument Cluster Type | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Driver Lumbar Support | - | Not Available |
| Door Map Pockets | - | All Four Door Pockets |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Fabric Seats | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Armrest Front | - | Standard Centre Armrest |
| Armrest Rear | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Boot Space Seats Down | - | 704 |
| Driver Seat | - | Manual 6-Way Driver Adjustment |
| Interior Trim Colour | - | 2 |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | - | Leatherette Seat Trim |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | - | Integrated in Seat Back |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | - | Not Available |
| Seat Belt Warning | - | All Seats |
| Seat Fold Type | - | 60:40 Split Fold |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | Not Available | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Android Auto | Not Available | Wired Android Auto |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | Standard |
| Number of Speakers | Not Available | 6 |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Applicable | 9-inch Digital Cluster |
| USB Ports | Not Available | 2 |
| Infotainment Screen | Not Available | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Bluetooth | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Touchscreen | Not Available | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Navigation System | - | Via Smartphone Mirroring |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Not Available | Wired Apple CarPlay |
| Wireless Android Auto | Not Available | Wired Android Auto |
| FM Radio | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Voice Recognition | - | Via Smartphone |
| AUX Input | - | Not Available |
| Infotainment Screen Size | Not Available | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | - | Not Available |
| Audio Controls On Steering | - | Standard |
| Infotainment Display | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Rear Usb | - | 2 |
| Audio | - | Standard |
| Audio Speakers | Not Available | 6 |
| Audio System | - | Standard |
| Display Audio | - | 9-inch Touchscreen |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | - | 2 |
| Multi Information Display | - | Analogue with Digital Trip Display |
| Connected Services | - | Standard |
| Voice Control | - | Via Smartphone |
| Radio | - | Standard |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | Not Available | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Not Available | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Roof Rails | Not Available | Not Available |
| Exterior Colour Options | 5 | 6 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Exterior Colour Options | 2 | 5 |
| Headlights | Not Available | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | Not Available |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Not Available | Not Available |
| Alloy Wheel Design | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | - | Not Available |
| Body Cladding | - | Plastic Side Body Cladding |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Roof Type | - | Standard Fixed Roof |
| Wing Mirror Type | - | Electrically Adjustable Body-Coloured Mirrors |
| Rear Wiper | - | Standard |
| Door Handle Finish | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| DRL | Not Available | LED DRLs |
| Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Front Fog Lights | - | Front Fog Lamps |
| Led Headlights | Not Available | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Auto Headlights | - | Standard |
| Automatic Headlamps | - | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lights | Not Available | LED DRLs |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | - | Not Available |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | - | Body-Coloured Door Handles |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | - | All Four Windows |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | - | Manual Fold |
| Front Fog Lamps | Not Available | Front Fog Lamps |
| Headlamp Levelling | - | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Headlamps | Not Available | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Headlight Type | Not Available | LED Multi-Reflector Headlamps |
| Active Exhaust | - | Not Available |
| Rear Spoiler | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Slide | - | Not Available |
| Sunroof Tilt | - | Not Available |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | Not Available | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle | Not Available | 23 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | 0 mm |
| Terrain Modes | 4WD/off-road drive mode support | Not Available |
| Locking Differential | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Underbody Protection | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not Available |
| 4WD System Type | Four-wheel drive | Not Applicable |
| Hill Descent Control | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not Available |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | 0 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | Not Available |
| Ground Clearance Max | 279 mm | 170 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 279 mm | 170 mm |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Confirmed 4WD derivative | Not Available |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Recovery Hooks | - | 1 Rear Tow Hook |
| Ramp-over Angle | - | 0 deg |
| Approach Angle Deg | - | 19 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | - | 23 deg |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Off Road Descent Control | - | Not Available |
| Crawl Control | - | Not Available |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | - | Not Available |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Normal | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Mode Rock | - | Not Available |
| Terrain Response System | - | Not Available |
| Underbody Camera | - | Not Available |
| Wading Depth Mm | - | 0 mm |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | Not Available | 195/60 R16 |
| Front Brake Type | Not Available | Ventilated Disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Not Available | Drum |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Wheel Rim Size | Not Available | 16 Inches |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | Not Available |
| Handbrake Type | Not Applicable | Conventional Handbrake |
| Wheel Type | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | - | 262 mm |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | - | 210 mm |
| Parking Brake Type | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Tyre Load Index | - | 89 |
| Tyre Speed Rating | - | H |
| Brake Type Front | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Brake Type Rear | - | Drum |
| Spare Tyre | Not Available | Full Size Spare |
| Tyre Type | - | 195/60 R16 |
| Wheel Diameter | Not Available | 16 Inches |
| Auto Brake Hold | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | - | Not Available |
| Brakes | - | Ventilated Disc |
| Cornering Brake Control | - | Standard |
| Electric Park Brake | - | Conventional Handbrake |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | - | Standard |
| Leather Steering Wheel | - | Urethane |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | - | Full Size Spare |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | - | Standard |
| Steering Wheel Trim | - | Urethane |
| Tyre Pressure Display | - | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Not Available | Standard |
| Wheel Material | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Wheel Size Type | - | 16 Inches |
| Wheels | - | 16-inch Polished Two-Tone Alloy Wheels |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance Plan | 9 services / 90 000 km | Not Included |
| Service Plan Duration | 9 services / 90 000 km | Not Included |
| Service Plan Distance | 9 services / 90 000 km | Not Included |
| Service Plan | 9 services / 90 000 km | Not Included |
| Service Interval | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Approx Service Cost | - | Approx R2,000–R2,500 per Service |
| Battery Warranty | - | 12 Months |
| Engine Oil Capacity | - | 3.7 l |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | - | 10,000 km or 6 Months |
| First Service At | - | 1,000 km Inspection |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | - | Underbody Rust Protection |
| Service Intervals | - | 15,000 km or 12 Months |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 years / 100 000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 years / 100 000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years / 100 000 km | 5 |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Warranty | 3 years / 100 000 km | 5 |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | 5 Years Roadside Assistance |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | - | 3 Years Anti-Corrosion |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | Not Applicable | 133 g/km |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Diesel | 93 RON Unleaded |
| Start Stop System | - | Not Available |
| Noise Level | - | 68 dB |
| Variable Valve Timing | - | VVT on Intake Camshaft |
| Particulate Filter | - | Gasoline Particulate Filter (GPF) |
| Euro Emission Standard | - | Euro 5 |
| Green NCAP Rating | - | Not Independently Rated |
| Idle CO2 Output | - | Within Euro 5 Limits |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | - | Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | - | 133 |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | South Africa market model | Flagship |
| Price Zar | 999000 ZAR | 372900 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current Toyota South Africa lineup | Current listed price |
| Starting Price | 999000 | 372900 |
| Starting Price Zar | 999000 | 372900 |
| Spec | Fortuner | Fronx |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | - | 6.0 l/100km |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | - | 8.0 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | - | 4.5 l/100km |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | - | 6.0 l/100km |
| Owner Review Count | - | 0 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This Fortuner and Fronx comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Fortuner 79 vs Fronx 31.
Efficiency index: Fortuner 56 vs Fronx 67.
Safety-equipment index: Fortuner 89 vs Fronx 87.
Practicality index: Fortuner 84 vs Fronx 57.
Ownership-cover index: Fortuner 43 vs Fronx 71.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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Specification Evidence Index
A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence-index readout
Fortuner leads by 12 points
Fortuner has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Fronx remains close.
Evidence leader
73
/100
Lead
12
points
Data
72%
source coverage
73
#1
Evidence leader
Fortuner
72% source coverage
3 strong categories
Best at
Safety 89
Check
Ownership 43
Performance
79
Efficiency
56
Safety
89
Practicality
84
Ownership
43
Leads by 12 points
61
#2
Fronx
89% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 87
Check
Performance 31
Performance
31
Efficiency
67
Safety
87
Practicality
57
Ownership
71
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Fortuner +48
Efficiency
Fronx +11
Safety
Fortuner +2
Practicality
Fortuner +27
Ownership
Fronx +28
Moderate difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Fortuner
Performance
79/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
89/100
Practicality
84/100
Ownership
43/100
Fronx
Performance
31/100
Efficiency
67/100
Safety
87/100
Practicality
57/100
Ownership
71/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Toyota Fortuner
leads the specification evidence index with 73 pts
vs 61 pts for Fronx
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Fortuner leads. However, Fronx may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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Fortuner vs Fronx questions
There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.