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Decision summary
Toyota Fortuner vs RIDDARA RD6: the short answer
Fortuner and RD6 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Fortuner starts ZAR 61,600 cheaperFortuner from ZAR 685,900 · RD6 from ZAR 747,500
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Fortuner
RD6
Maximum Power
Fortuner150 kW
RD6180 kW
Maximum Torque
Fortuner500 Nm
RD6309 Nm
Engine Size
Fortuner2755 cc
RD6Not Applicable
Combined Fuel Economy
Fortuner13.2 km/l
RD6Not Applicable
Ground Clearance
Fortuner279 mm
RD6225 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
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Toyota Fortuner
2.8 GD-6 4X4 GR-Sport 6AT
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
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Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
Specification evidence leader
Fortuner
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:Published Performance
RD6
Strengths
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Fortuner
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
RD6
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Model Introduced Year
2006
2026
Generation
Currently sold Fortuner belongs to the second generation with periodic feature and safety upgrades
First South African RIDDARA RD6 generation
Facelift History
Major updates in 2016 (new generation) and feature refreshes in 2021 with improved infotainment, safety tech, and design tweaks
No separately marketed South African facelift announced as at August 2026
Facelift Launched Since
2021
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Double-cab pickup
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Dark Green, Grey
-
Dealer Stock Note
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
Electric double-cab pickup
Tare Mass Kg
GVM 2735 kg; Toyota SA does not publish tare mass
-
Vehicle Type
SUV
Battery-electric light commercial vehicle
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Length
4795 mm
5260 mm
Width
1855 mm
1900 mm
Height
1835 mm
1865 mm
Wheelbase
2745 mm
3120 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
279 mm
225 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
170 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
0 l
Boot/Cargo Space
541 l
1200 l
Kerb Weight
1946 kg
2005 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2735 kg
3120 kg
Payload Capacity
493 kg
1115 kg
Towing Capacity
2800 kg
2500 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.8 m
6.1 m
Front Headroom
1015 mm
1033 mm
Rear Headroom
979 mm
1028 mm
Front Legroom
1048 mm
912 mm
Rear Legroom
928 mm
951 mm
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
-
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson independent
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Multi-link independent
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
-
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
-
Climate Control
Not Available
Automatic
Power Windows
Not Available
One-touch down on all four windows; no anti-pinch
Keyless Entry
Not Available
No
Push Button Start
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
No
Sunroof
Not Available
No
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Electric tailgate release
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
-
AC Type
Not Available
Automatic
Side Steps
Standard/available
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
-
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
-
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
-
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
-
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
-
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
-
Side Step
Standard/available
-
Source Model Column
fortuner
-
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
-
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
-
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Trim Level
flagship
-
Variant Role
Performance-focused derivative
-
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
-
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
-
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Engine
2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Battery-electric powertrain
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Not Applicable
Fuel Type
Diesel
Electric
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2755 cc
Not Applicable
Cylinders
4
Not Applicable
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Applicable
Valves
16
Not Applicable
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Applicable
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Not Applicable
Fuel System
Common-rail direct injection
Not Applicable
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Not Applicable
Bore
82.0 mm
Not Applicable
Stroke
94.6 mm
Not Applicable
Maximum Power
150 kW
180 kW
Maximum Torque
500 Nm
309 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Permanent Magnet Synchronous
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
1
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Rear
Drive Type
4WD
RWD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Top Speed
210 km/h
160 km/h
0-100 km/h
8.2 sec
8.0 sec
Quarter Mile
16.2 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Economy, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Applicable
Power-to-Weight Ratio
100 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
220 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
63 kWh
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
LFP
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Electric Range
Not Applicable
373 km (NEDC)
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
6.6 kW
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
90 kW
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
10 h 0 min (0-100%)
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
32 min (30-80%)
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Yes
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Gearbox
Automatic
Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Drivetrain Layout
Ladder frame
Rear motor, rear-wheel drive
LSD Available
Not Applicable
No
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Single fixed reduction ratio
Number of Gears
6
1
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Standard
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
Electronic selector
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
RWD
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
No
Gearbox Type
Automatic
Single-speed reduction gear
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x4
4x2
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Transmission Speeds
6
1
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Claimed Mileage
13.2 km/l
Not Applicable
City Mileage
10.7 km/l
Not Applicable
Highway Mileage
15.4 km/l
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
13.2 km/l
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Type 2 AC; CCS2 DC
Charging Type
Not Applicable
AC and DC
Fuel Tank Litres
80
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
373 km (NEDC)
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
16.2 kWh/100 km
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
250 km
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
330 km
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Airbags
Side, curtain, driver, passenger and driver knee airbags
2
ABS
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Standard
Brake Assist
Not Available
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Indirect
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Standard
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
No
AEB
Not Available
No
BA
Not Available
Standard
Brake Override System
Not Available
Standard
Curtain Airbags
Standard
No
Driver Airbag
Standard
Standard
EBD
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Standard
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Standard
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Standard
Side Airbags
Standard
No
Stability Control
Not Available
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Knee Airbag
Driver knee airbag
No
ABS EBD
Standard
Standard
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
No
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
No
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
No
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Standard
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
No
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
No
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
No
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
No
Auto Wipers
Not Available
No
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Standard
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
No
Park Assist
Not Available
No
Around View Monitor
Not Available
No
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
No
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
No
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
No
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
No
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
-
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Foam
Interior Colour Options
5
-
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Standard
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
6-way electric
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
6-way electric
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium dashboard layout, touchscreen infotainment, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, comfortable seating, climate control
-
Interior Colours
5
-
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Synthetic leather (PVC)
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Infotainment System
Not Available
8-inch central display
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Standard
Android Auto
Not Available
No
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
Not Available
4
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Full digital instrument cluster
USB Ports
Not Available
Standard
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
8
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
-
Touchscreen
Not Available
8
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
LED Headlamps
Not Available
No
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
No
Roof Rails
Not Available
Standard
Exterior Colour Options
5
White, Black, Grey
Body Type
SUV
-
Exterior Colour Options
2
-
Headlights
Not Available
No
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
-
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
No
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Approach Angle
Not Available
23 deg
Departure Angle
Not Available
26 deg
Wading Depth
Not Available
500 mm
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not Applicable
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Standard
Breakover Angle
Not Available
16.0 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
279 mm
-
Ground Clearance Min
279 mm
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Tyre Size
Not Available
225/65 R17
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
T145/80 R18
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
17
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Electronic parking brake
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Maintenance Plan
9 services / 90 000 km
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Service Plan Duration
9 services / 90 000 km
3 years/60000 km; maintenance every 12 months/20000 km
Service Plan Distance
9 services / 90 000 km
3 years/60000 km; maintenance every 12 months/20000 km
Service Plan
9 services / 90 000 km
3 years/60000 km; maintenance every 12 months/20000 km
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 years/150000 km vehicle; 8 years/200000 km high-voltage battery, motor and motor-control unit
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
-
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
0 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
-
Spec
Fortuner
RD6
Ownership Role
South Africa market model
Electric double-cab utility and lifestyle derivative
Price Zar
999000 ZAR
747500 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current Toyota South Africa lineup
Current South African retail derivative
Starting Price
999000
747500
Starting Price Zar
999000
747500
In depth: how these cars differ
This Fortuner and RD6 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 RD6 69.
Efficiency index: Fortuner 56 vs RD6 90.
Safety-equipment index: Fortuner 89 vs RD6 43.
Practicality index: Fortuner 84 vs RD6 87.
Ownership-cover index: Fortuner 43 vs RD6 not separately scored.
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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Fortuner leads by 2 points
Fortuner and RD6 are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Fortuner
Performance
79/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
89/100
Practicality
84/100
Ownership
43/100
RD6
Performance
69/100
Efficiency
90/100
Safety
43/100
Practicality
87/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Fortuner
leads the specification evidence index with 73 pts
vs 71 pts for RD6
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Fortuner leads. However, RD6 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
Related comparisons
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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.
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