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Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished Practicality
Tucson
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Which One's Right for You?
Fortuner
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Tucson
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
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Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Model Introduced Year
2006
2004
Generation
Currently sold Fortuner belongs to the second generation with periodic feature and safety upgrades
Fourth generation Tucson on Hyundai's i-GMP platform; distinctive parametric design language makes it one of the more striking mid-size SUVs in SA
Facelift History
Major updates in 2016 (new generation) and feature refreshes in 2021 with improved infotainment, safety tech, and design tweaks
Fourth generation launched in SA in 2021; major step change in styling, interior quality, and technology over the third-gen car
Facelift Launched Since
2021
2021
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
SUV
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Dark Green, Grey
White, Black, Silver, Blue, Grey, Green
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Executive grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.8 GD-6 4X4 GR-Sport 6AT
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.0D AT Executive AWD
Model Year
Current
2026
Production Status
published
published
Segment
SUV
SUV
Tare Mass Kg
GVM 2735 kg; Toyota SA does not publish tare mass
1720 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
SUV
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Length
4795 mm
4630 mm
Width
1855 mm
1865 mm
Height
1835 mm
1665 mm
Wheelbase
2745 mm
2755 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
279 mm
181 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
54 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2735 kg
2110 kg
Towing Capacity
2800 kg
-
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Doors
5 doors
5 doors
Boot/Cargo Space
-
540 l
Kerb Weight
-
1720 kg
Minimum Turning Radius
-
5.4 m
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension
Not Available
Multi-Link
Chassis Material
-
Monocoque
Chassis Type
-
Monocoque
Front Spring Type
-
MacPherson Strut
Front Suspension Type
Not Available
MacPherson Strut
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Power Steering
-
Electric
Rear Axle Type
-
Multi-Link
Rear Spring Type
-
Multi-Link
Rear Suspension Type
Not Available
Multi-Link
Steering Column
-
Tilt
Suspension
-
MacPherson Strut
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Not Available
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Power Windows
Not Available
All
Keyless Entry
Not Available
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Charging
Not Available
15W Wireless
Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Yes
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
No
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
1799 l
AC Type
Not Available
Dual Zone Auto Climate
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
tucson
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
executive
Variant Role
Performance-focused derivative
Off-road or adventure derivative
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
-
9.5 sec
12V Accessory Socket
-
12V
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Air Conditioning
Not Available
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Auto Dimming Irvm
-
No
Auto Dimming Mirror
-
No
Automatic Headlamps
-
Full LED Parametric
Boot Opener
-
Inside
Bottle Holders
-
4
Centre Console
-
Yes
Climate Zones
-
2
Common Rail Injection
-
Common Rail Direct Injection
Diff Lock
-
No
Difflock
-
No
Digital Speedometer
-
Analogue + MID
Door Ajar Warning
-
Yes
Electric Folding Mirrors
-
Yes
Engine Check Warning
-
Yes
Engine Start Button Illumination
-
Yes
Engine Start Stop
Not Available
Yes
Engine Start Stop Button
Not Available
Yes
Engine Warranty
-
4
Follow Me Home Headlamps
-
Yes
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Front Power Outlet
-
Yes
Front Wiper
-
Yes
Front Wipers Type
-
Yes
Fuel Consumption Combined
-
7.2
Fuel Lid Opener
-
Inside
Glove Box
-
Yes
Glovebox Cooling
-
Yes
Headlamp Height Adjust
-
Manual
Headlamp Washer
-
No
Hill Start Assist
-
Yes
Intelligent Keyless Entry
-
Yes
Lift Gate
-
Yes
Manual Aircon
-
Dual Zone Auto Climate
Mirror
-
Power Adjustable
Electric Mirror Folding
-
Power Adjustable
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Passive Entry Start
-
Yes
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Power Mirrors
-
Yes
Power Socket 12v
-
12V
Powered Tailgate
-
Yes
Push Button Start
Not Available
Yes
Reading Lights Rear
-
Yes
Rear Air Conditioning
-
Yes
Rear Defogger
-
Yes
Rear LED Combination Taillights
-
Yes
Rear Reading Lamps
-
Yes
Rear Seat Split
-
60/40 Split
Rear Window Defroster
-
Yes
Rear Wing
-
Yes
Rearview Mirror Inside
-
No
Remote Central Locking
-
Yes
Remote Side Mirror
-
Power Adjustable
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Rim Size
Not Available
18
Roof Rack Compatibility
-
Yes
Seat Type
-
Nappa Leather
Seatbelt Pre Tensioner
-
Yes
Service Reminder
-
Yes
Sonar
-
Front & Rear
Sound System
Not Available
8 Bose Premium
Spare Wheel
Not Available
Full Size
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Steering Column Adjustment
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Mounted Controls
-
Yes
Sub Frame
-
Monocoque
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Tachometer
-
Yes
Tail Lamps
-
Yes
Telescopic Steering
-
No
Tilt Steering
-
Yes
TPMS
Not Available
Yes
Trip Computer
-
Yes
Unlocking
Not Available
Yes
Vanity Mirror
-
Yes
Vanity Mirror Illuminated
-
Yes
Vdc
-
Yes
Voice Command
-
Yes
Voice Command Support
-
Yes
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
-
Yes
Walk Away Lock
-
Yes
Wireless Charger
Not Available
15W Wireless
Boot Space Seats Folded
Not Applicable
1799 l
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Engine
2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel
2-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2755 cc
1995 cc
Cylinders
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Cylinder Layout
Not Officially Disclosed
Inline
Valves
Not Officially Disclosed
16
Valves per Cylinder
Not Officially Disclosed
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Not Officially Disclosed
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
150 kW
137 kW @ 3800 rpm
Maximum Torque
500 Nm
416 Nm @ 2000 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
AWD
Transmission
Not Officially Disclosed
8-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
Not Officially Disclosed
195 km/h
0-100 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
9.5 sec
Quarter Mile
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Not Officially Disclosed
Eco, Normal
Launch Control
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
Not Officially Disclosed
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
79.7 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
Not Officially Disclosed
241.9 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
Tucson
Gearbox
Automatic
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Ladder frame
AWD
LSD Available
Not Applicable
Yes
Transfer Case
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
No
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Yes
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
6
7
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Gear Shift Type
Automatic
8-speed Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4WD / AWD
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
Yes
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
Automatic
8-speed Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x4
All-Wheel Drive
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
6
7
Engine Position
-
Front
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Claimed Mileage
13.2 km/l
13.9 km/l
City Mileage
10.7 km/l
11.5 km/l
Highway Mileage
15.4 km/l
18.0 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 l
54 l
Emission Standard
Not Applicable
Euro 6
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
No
Real-world Mileage
13.2 km/l
13.9 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
80
54
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
Distance To Empty
-
Yes
Low Fuel Warning
-
Yes
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Airbags
Side, curtain, driver, passenger and driver knee airbags
6
ABS
Standard
Yes
Electronic Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
Traction Control
Standard
Yes
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Yes
Child Safety Lock
Not Available
Yes
ISOFIX Mounts
Not Available
Yes
Brake Assist
Not Available
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Yes
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front & Rear
AEB
Not Available
Yes
BA
Not Available
Yes
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Standard
Yes
Driver Airbag
Standard
Yes
EBD
Standard
Yes
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Yes
Hill Hold
Not Available
Yes
Passenger Airbag
Standard
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Yes
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Yes
Side Airbags
Standard
Yes
Stability Control
Not Available
Yes
TCS
Standard
Yes
Knee Airbag
Driver knee airbag
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Yes
Alarm System
-
Yes
Anti Theft Alarm
-
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
-
Yes
Central Locking
-
Yes
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
-
6
Driver Passenger Airbags
-
6
ESC With Traction Control
-
Yes
Safety Rating
-
Not Rated (SA)
Speed Alert System
-
Yes
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Cruise Control
Standard
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Yes
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Yes
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Yes
Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front & Rear
Rear View Camera
Not Available
Yes
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Yes
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Yes
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
No
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
No
EV Mode
Not Available
No
Rear Parking Sensors
Not Available
Front & Rear
Reverse Camera
Not Available
Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Yes
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Yes
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Yes
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
-
Yes
Eco Mode
-
Yes
Emergency Braking
-
Yes
Parking Distance Sensors
-
Front & Rear
Parking Sensor
-
Front & Rear
Pre-Collision System
-
Yes
Rain Sensor Wipers
-
No
Rear View Camera
-
Yes
Reverse Camera Type
-
Yes
Reversing Camera
-
Yes
Sport Mode
-
No
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Yes
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Seat Material
Not Applicable
Nappa Leather
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Front & Rear
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Front
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
64-Colour Ambient
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Leather
Interior Colour Options
5
6
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Yes
Driver Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Power 8-way
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Not Applicable
Manual
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium dashboard layout, touchscreen infotainment, Android Auto & Apple CarPlay, comfortable seating, climate control
10.25-inch touchscreen, digital instrument cluster, Bose premium sound on Executive, panoramic sunroof, ventilated front seats, wireless CarPlay and Android Auto
Interior Colours
5
6
Seat Trim
Not Applicable
Nappa Leather
Adjustable Driver Seat
-
Manual
Adjustable Front Seat
-
Manual
Front Armrest
-
Yes
Armrest Front
-
Yes
Armrest Rear
-
No
Boot Space Seats Down
-
1799
Cooled Seats
-
No
Cup Holders
-
4
Driver Seat
-
Power 8-way
Fabric Seats
-
Yes
Folding Rear Seats
-
60/40 Split
Front Headrest
-
Yes
Instrument Cluster Type
-
Analogue + MID
Leather Accented Seat Trim
-
Nappa Leather
Leather Seats
-
No
Door Map Pockets
-
Yes
Memory Seats
-
No
Rear AC Vents
-
Yes
Rear Armrest
-
No
Rear Headrest
-
Yes
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
-
No
Seat Adjustment
-
Power 8-way
Seat Belt Warning
-
Yes
Seat Fold Type
-
60/40 Split
Steering Adjustment
-
Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Type
-
Electric
Rear USB Ports
-
2 USB-A + 2 USB-C
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Infotainment System
Not Available
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Yes
Android Auto
Not Available
Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Yes
Number of Speakers
Not Available
8 Bose Premium
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
10.25-inch Digital Cluster
USB Ports
Not Available
2 USB-A + 2 USB-C
Infotainment Screen
Not Available
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
Bluetooth
Yes
Touchscreen
Not Available
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Audio
-
Yes
Audio Controls On Steering
-
Yes
Audio Speakers
Not Available
8 Bose Premium
Audio System
-
Yes
AUX Input
-
Yes
Connected Services
-
Yes
Display Audio
-
10.25-inch Touchscreen
FM Radio
-
Yes
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
-
2 USB-A + 2 USB-C
Infotainment Display
-
Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
-
Analogue + MID
Navigation System
-
Yes
Radio
-
Yes
Rear Usb
-
Yes
Infotainment Screen Size
Not Available
10.25-inch Touchscreen
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Voice Control
-
Yes
Voice Recognition
-
Yes
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Not Available
Yes
Wireless Android Auto
Not Available
Yes
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
LED Headlamps
Not Available
Full LED Parametric
Daytime Running Lamps
Not Available
LED
Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Roof Rails
Not Available
Yes
Exterior Colour Options
5
6
Body Type
SUV
SUV
Exterior Colour Options
2
6
Headlights
Not Available
Full LED Parametric
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
-
19-inch Dark Alloy
Auto Headlights
-
Full LED Parametric
Automatic Headlamps
-
Full LED Parametric
Daytime Running Lights
Not Available
LED
Door Handle Finish
-
Body Coloured
DRL
Not Available
LED
Electric Blind Sunroof
-
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Exterior Door Handle Colour
-
Body Coloured
Exterior Mirror Electric
-
Yes
Exterior Mirror Folding
-
Power Adjustable
Fog Lights
-
Yes
Front Fog Lamps
Not Available
LED
Front Fog Lights
-
Yes
Headlamp Levelling
-
Full LED Parametric
Headlamps
Not Available
Full LED Parametric
Headlight Type
Not Available
Full LED Parametric
Led Headlights
Not Available
Full LED Parametric
Led Taillights
-
Yes
Wing Mirror Type
-
Power Adjustable
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Rear Wiper
-
Yes
Roof Type
-
Electric Panoramic Sunroof
Rear Spoiler
-
Yes
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Approach Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Wading Depth
Not Available
Not Available
Terrain Modes
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Not Available
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
No
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
-
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Breakover Angle
Not Available
20 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Ground Clearance Max
279 mm
181 mm
Ground Clearance Min
279 mm
181 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
-
Off Road Descent Control
-
Not Available
Ramp Breakover Angle
-
20 deg
Ramp-over Angle
-
20 deg
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Tyre Size
Not Available
235/50 R19
Front Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Rear Brake Type
Not Available
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Full Size
Wheel Rim Size
Not Available
18
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Manual
Auto Brake Hold
-
Manual
Autonomous Emergency Brake
-
Yes
Brake Type Front
-
Disc (Ventilated)
Brake Type Rear
-
Disc
Brakes
-
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
-
Yes
Electric Park Brake
-
Manual
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
-
Yes
Hydraulic Brake Assist
-
Yes
Leather Steering Wheel
-
Leather
Parking Brake Type
-
Manual
Spare Tyre
Not Available
Full Size
Spare Wheel Size Type
-
Full Size
Steering Wheel Audio Controls
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Phone Controls
-
Yes
Steering Wheel Trim
-
Leather
Tyre Load Index
-
91
Tyre Pressure Display
-
Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Not Available
Yes
Tyre Speed Rating
-
H
Tyre Type
-
Tubeless Radial
Wheel Diameter
Not Available
18
Wheel Material
-
19-inch Dark Alloy
Wheel Size Type
-
18
Wheel Type
-
19-inch Dark Alloy
Wheels
-
19-inch Dark Alloy
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Maintenance Plan
9 services / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan Duration
9 services / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan Distance
9 services / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Service Plan
9 services / 90 000 km
3 Years / 45000 km
Alternator
-
120A
Battery Warranty
-
4
First Service At
-
15000
Engine Oil Change Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
Service Interval
-
15000 km / 12 months
Service Intervals
-
15000 km / 12 months
Accessory Battery Type
-
Lead-acid
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
5
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
5 Years
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
5 Years
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
CO2 Emissions
Not Applicable
162 g/km
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Not Available
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Diesel
CO2 Emissions G Km
-
162
Euro Emission Standard
-
Euro 6
Fuel Evaporation Control
-
Yes
Idle CO2 Output
-
162
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Start Stop System
-
No
Variable Valve Timing
-
Yes
Spec
Fortuner
Tucson
Ownership Role
South Africa market model
Executive
Price Zar
999000 ZAR
764900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current Toyota South Africa lineup
Current listed price
Starting Price
999000
764900
Starting Price Zar
999000
764900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Fortuner and Tucson comparison uses the exact South African derivatives selected above. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: Fortuner 80 vs Tucson 69.
Efficiency index: Fortuner 56 vs Tucson 56.
Safety-equipment index: Fortuner 89 vs Tucson 92.
Practicality index: Fortuner 89 vs Tucson 73.
Ownership-cover index: Fortuner 43 vs Tucson 65.
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.
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 / 100
Evidence-index readout
Fortuner leads by 2 points
Fortuner and Tucson 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
80/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
89/100
Practicality
89/100
Ownership
43/100
Tucson
Performance
69/100
Efficiency
56/100
Safety
92/100
Practicality
73/100
Ownership
65/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Fortuner
leads the specification evidence index with 74 pts
vs 72 pts for Tucson
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Fortuner leads. However, Tucson may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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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