Toyota Kirloskar Motor Introduces Fortuner with a 5 speed Automatic Transmission

Jan. 16, 2013 - PRLog -- •     Popular Fortuner TRD Sportivo Limited Edition now available as a regular grade
•     All New Pearl White Mica colour  available in all grades

January 16, 2013, Bangalore: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today introduced the Fortuner, with a 5 speed Automatic Transmission. The new transmission provides enhanced drive feel and comfort. Looking at the overwhelming demand and popularity of the Fortuner TRD Sportivo, the Limited Edition has now been introduced as a regular grade.

The Toyota Fortuner, the segment leader, was launched on August 24, 2009 and since then has sold more than 41,000 units.

Fortuner TRD Sportivo

Fortuner TRD Sportivo is aerodynamically designed by TRD. The Fortuner TRD Sportivo  is for all those SUV enthusiasts looking out for a sporty look.

The Fortuner TRD Sportivo comes with the following features - Aerodynamically designed front bumper spoiler, aerodynamically designed rear roof spoiler, stylishly designed TRD Sportivo emblem and rear bumper spoiler. The Fortuner TRD Sportivo is available in three dual tone colours - Super White + Grey, Silver + Grey and White Pearl Mica + Grey.

Pearl White Mica, a new premium colour has been introduced across all grades.

Commenting on the new introduction Mr. Sandeep Singh, Deputy Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer, Marketing and Commercial said “Further adding to Fortuner’s strength of unmatched road presence and luxury, we have now introduced the 5 speed automatic transmission. The 4x2 automatic transmission is extremely popular, it has been highly appreciated by the customers. The 5 speed AT will further add to the drive quality and comfort.  We introduced the Fortuner TRD Sportivo as a limited edition in October last year. Looking at the overwhelming response and its popularity, we have now regularized this grade for all those looking for a unique sporty image. The bookings will open starting 18thJan 2013.

We thank all our customers for their response because of which Fortuner continues to be an undisputed leader ever since its launch in 2009 in India.”

Existing Line Up :-

  -- 4x2 MT

  --4x2  AT ( 4 speed)   

  --4x4  MT

  --4 x 2 MT  TRD Sportivo (only as limited edition )

  --4 x 2 AT (4 speed)  TRD Sportivo (only as limited edition )

New Line Up :-

  --4x2 MT

  -- *4x2  AT (now with 5 speed)

  --4x4  MT

  --*4 x 2 MT  TRD Sportivo  (now introduced as a regular grade )

 -- *4 x 2 AT  TRD Sportivo (now introduced as a regular grade with 5 speed AT)

*New Introductions

The new introductions are priced at   :-
4x2 AT (with 5 speed) - Rs 22,33,000/- (ex showroom Delhi)
4x2 AT TRD Sportivo (with 5 speed) - Rs 22,93,000/- (ex showroom Delhi)
4x2 MT TRD Sportivo - Rs 21,96,668/- (ex showroom Delhi)


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Overview of TKM:
Company name :- Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited
Managing Director :- Hiroshi Nakagawa
Equity participation :- TMC: 89%, Kirloskar group: 11%
Number of employees :-
Approx. 6,000 +
Land area :- Aprox. 432 acres (approx.1,700,000 m2)
Building area :- 74,000 m2

Overview of TKM 1st Plant :-
Established :- October 1997 (start of production: December 1999)
Location :- Suburb of Bangalore, Karnataka State
Products :- Innova, Fortuner manufactured in India. Prado, Land Cruiser and Prius imported as CBUs.
Annual production capacity :- Approx. 90,000 units




Overview of TKM 2nd Plant
Location :- On the site of Toyota Kirloskar Motor Private Limited (on the outskirts of Bangalore, Karnataka State)
Products :- Corolla Altis, Etios, Etios Liva, New Camry
Start of production :-   December 2010
Annual production capacity :- 1,20,000 units

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