<p>With close to 2000 kg of kerb weight, Fortuner is not a light and nimble SUV but what really makes it sweat and perform is the powerful D-4D turbocharged inline 4 cylinder Diesel unit placed under the hood. Available in two configurations, the most powerful of the lot is the 3.0 litre unit which churns out an impressive 171 PS at only 3600 rpm and delivers 360 Nm of peak torque on the go between 1400 - 3200 rpm (4WD &amp; 2WD AT variant). The 3.0-litre diesel engine is made available in both 2WD and 4WD arrangement with an option to go for either a 5 speed manual or 5 speed automatic variant. We have to say, the automatic version of the Fortuner performs quite well with linear power delivery and optimum gear shifts on the go. For those looking to clock better efficiency numbers and if peak power is not really a concern, Toyota also offers a toned down 2.5-litre diesel motor which is only available in 2WD geometry with power going on to the front wheels. Power delivery is not bad at all for the smaller sibling with 144 PS of peak power at disposal at 3400 rpm and a decent 343 Nm of torque which is at its peak between 1600-2800 rpm. Both Manual and automatic transmission are also available for the 2.5 litre variant. The suspension setup is quite adequate to take on Indian roads as well as highways with very little of jerks entering inside the cabin. The only downfall remains a clatter that enters the cabin especially at lower rpms but that is something you can live with especially with windows up.

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