Next-Generation Toyota Fortuner Spotted Testing In Thailand

Toyota is getting ready to roll out a new generation of the Fortuner, and a camouflaged test vehicle has already been spotted on the roads in Thailand. The current model has been around since 2015, with a facelift in 2020, which is a long time in today’s fast-moving market.

Even so, this will not be a total reinvention. Like the Hilux, the Fortuner is expected to keep its tough IMV ladder frame platform, focusing on refinement rather than starting from scratch.

From what we can see under the camouflage, the overall shape stays familiar. The side profile and greenhouse look almost unchanged. Up front, slimmer LED headlights sit above a more upright bumper, and the grille appears lower and wider, clearly inspired by the latest Hilux. There is even talk of a split headlight setup replacing the current single-unit design. Around the back, changes are more obvious. The new model seems to get full-width LED taillights, a reshaped tailgate, and a revised rear bumper, giving it a more modern feel.

Inside, photos have not surfaced yet, but expectations are clear. The Fortuner will likely borrow heavily from the Hilux and the Land Cruiser Prado in terms of layout and tech. A three-row, seven-seat setup will remain central to its appeal. Higher trims are expected to feature dual 12.3-inch screens, along with physical buttons for key functions and a solid, chunky steering wheel. Toyota should also upgrade its safety systems with a more advanced driver assistance package.

Underneath, the strengthened IMV ladder frame will continue to support the SUV. Suspension tweaks are expected to improve comfort while keeping its rugged character intact. The familiar 2.8-liter mild-hybrid turbodiesel should remain the main engine, producing around 201 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque. Rear-wheel drive and four-wheel drive options will continue, depending on the market.

Although the Hilux now has an electric version in some regions, an all-electric Fortuner seems unlikely for now. Buyers in its key markets usually care more about long range and durability than full electrification. The new Fortuner is expected to debut later this year, likely starting in Thailand before spreading across Southeast Asia. North America, as usual, will not be part of the plan.

Source of renderings: Theottle