The Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition returns in 2025, with another set of styling changes and features for SUV fans around India. Bookings are open for customers, and they will notice an updated sportier and more premium look that makes the special edition Fortuner stand out from regular variants. Let’s break down the new elements as well as what carries over from the previous iterations.
Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition 2025: What’s New?
It arrives with new styling and new features, but the Toyota mechanical set-up carries over to the Leader Edition. The powertrain and mechanical specs are unchanged, and it’s the updated design language, and better interior, that provide a unique road presence.
Key Changes and Features:
- The 2025 Leader Edition will have a redesigned grille with bold ‘FORTUNER’ lettering, chrome accents on the spoiler, and a sleeker front and rear bumper for a more sporty feel.
- Customers can expect four dual-tone paint options: Attitude black, Super White, Pearl White and Silver, all with an exclusive black roof treatment.
- The exterior update will include glossy black alloy wheels and an iconic hood emblem to decide the overall exterior into a more contemporary look.
- The cabin will now have a new dual-tone Black-and-Maroon theme for the interior instead of the beige or black interiors found on other standard Fortuner models.
- The features include illuminated scuff plates, auto folding ORVMs, and a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS) that still isn’t available on the non-leader variants.
The Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition still has the usual convenience and safety features, including an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment (with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay), dual-zone automatic climate control, ventilated front seats, cruise control, wireless charging, and seven airbags. You will also find electronic stability control, hill hold assist, traction control, ISOFIX anchors, and rear parking sensors.
Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition Specifications & Features
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Key Features:
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Powered by a 2.8-litre 1GD-FTV turbocharged diesel engine
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Maximum power output: 201 bhp
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Peak torque: 420 Nm (manual) / 500 Nm (automatic)
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Transmission options: 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic
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Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive (4x2) only
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Redesigned front grille with bold 'FORTUNER' lettering
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Sporty front and rear bumper spoilers with chrome accents
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Dual-tone black roof for a distinctive look
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Glossy black 18-inch alloy wheels
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Standard tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
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Safety features include seven airbags, electronic stability control, hill hold assist, traction control, ISOFIX child seat anchors, seatbelt reminders, and rear parking sensors
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Comfort features include an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, ventilated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, cruise control, and wireless phone charging
Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition Interiors
- A new sporty dual-tone Black and Maroon interior theme.
- Upgraded seat and door trim upholstery in dual-tone color options.
- Illuminated scuff plates to add a premium finish to the cabin.
- Auto-folding outside rearview mirrors with intermittent wipe function.
- Spacious three-row seating that retains the Fortuner's signature comfort.
- Upgraded interior finishes for a contemporary feel.
Fortuner Leader Edition vs Standard Model : Comparison
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Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition Price
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Standard Fortuner (Diesel 4x2 Manual): Starts at Rs 34.28 lakh (ex-showroom)
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Standard Fortuner (Diesel 4x2 AT): Starts at Rs 36.41 lakh (ex-showroom)
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Leader Edition Price: To be announced, expected ~Rs 50,000 higher than equivalent standard 4x2 trims
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Leader Edition comes only with diesel RWD (manual or automatic), not available with AWD or petrol engine.
The Leader Edition offers exclusive styling tweaks, a new interior color, additional feature upgrades, as well as a host of special cosmetic details to the well-tested diesel RWD Fortuner. From a mechanical standpoint, there are no differences in the core engine and gearbox combination as compared to old toyota fortuner, but the added sporty appearance pack and features provide it with a unique identity from standard models. It should be expected that the recommended pricing will be Rs 50,000 more than the standard 4x2 variants, with Toyota set to reveal the official pricing very soon.
.@Toyota_India has announced the launch of the 2025 Fortuner Leader Edition, bringing refreshed styling and feature enhancements to the SUV.
— HT Auto (@HTAutotweets) October 8, 2025
Read more: https://t.co/hhAr2cLGIe pic.twitter.com/2Mo51tszcQ
With a refreshed exterior design highlighted by a sportier grille, black roof, gloss black alloy wheels, and a new 'Fortuner' hood emblem, the 2025 Toyota Fortuner Leader Edition looks very different to the previous model. The interior features a new black and maroon dual-tone colour theme, illuminated scuff plates, auto-folding mirrors and a tyre pressure monitoring system, to name a few enhancements. Power is provided exclusively by the tried and tested 2.8-litre diesel engine and paired only with rear-wheel drive and, as such, reliability does not change. There is no official pricing yet, but the Leader Edition will receive a modest premium over the petrol or diesel versions of the Fortuner. It is aimed at potential buyers who want more distinctive looks or comfort features from a premium SUV.
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