Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) has rolled out the red carpet — and possibly a black roof — for the 2025 Fortuner Leader Edition, proving that even the most rugged SUV can enjoy a bit of sartorial flair. Building on the success of the 2024 Leader Edition, this refreshed avatar comes with sharper styling, sportier details, and enough presence to make hatchbacks rethink their life choices.
Style Meets Muscle
The 2025 Fortuner Leader Edition doesn’t just turn heads — it practically swivels them. Up front, a redesigned grille teams up with front and rear bumper spoilers, chrome garnish, and a signature hood emblem that politely says, “Yes, I own the fast lane.”
The dual-tone roof, now finished in a classy black, lends it a premium edge — like pairing a tuxedo with a sports watch. Completing the look are glossy black alloy wheels, because nothing says “commanding presence” quite like a set of alloys that look like they could double up as tuxedo cufflinks.
Interiors that Whisper ‘Executive SUV’
Step inside, and the Fortuner Leader Edition greets you with black and maroon dual-tone seats — the kind of colour combo that screams power but in a very refined boardroom way. Door trims match the vibe, auto-folding mirrors add drama every time you lock the car, and illuminated scuff plates make every entry feel like a red-carpet moment.
Safety and convenience remain on point with TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) ensuring that even your tyres stay as composed as you do on a Monday morning drive to work.
Under the Hood – All Business
The heart of the beast is Toyota’s legendary 1GD-FTV 2.8-litre turbo-diesel engine, delivering 201 bhp and a meaty 500 Nm of torque — numbers that make even enthusiastic highway overtakers reconsider their strategy. Paired with a 6-speed manual or automatic transmission, and offered in 4×2 configuration, it balances brute force with smooth road manners, perfect for both city commutes and highway dominance.
Peace of Mind, Toyota Style
Owning a Leader Edition isn’t just about making a statement — it’s about enjoying worry-free ownership. Toyota is offering finance schemes with up to 8-year plans, Toyota Smart Balloon Finance, extended warranties, and five years of complimentary roadside assistance. Basically, once you buy it, Toyota makes sure your SUV — and your stress levels — are well taken care of.
Fortuner’s Legacy Marches On
Over 3,00,000 Fortuners have already conquered Indian roads in the last 15 years, earning a cult status for their reliability, imposing stance, and true SUV character. The 2025 Leader Edition takes this legacy, gives it a stylish new jacket, and sends it out to lead the pack once again.
Bookings open in the second week of October 2025 — online or at your nearest Toyota dealership. So if you’ve ever wanted an SUV that looks like it’s headed for a board meeting right after a jungle safari, your moment has arrived.
