Toyota deletes 11-speaker JBL system from Fortuner

The JBL sound system was available in the Fortuner 4x4 and Legender 4x4 variants.

Toyota no longer offers the 11-speaker JBL audio system in the top-variants of the Fortuner.

The premium sound system was available in the Fortuner 4x4 and Legender 4x4 variants. It has now been replaced with a 6-speaker sound system, similar to other variants.

That being said, prices of the Fortuner remain unchanged. The 4x2 variants start at Rs 32.59 lakh, while the base price of the Fortuner 4x4 is Rs 38.93 lakh (ex-showroom). The Legender is priced at Rs 42.82 lakh and Rs 46.54 lakh for the 4x2 and 4x4 variants, respectively. The GR Sport remains the most expensive trim with a price tag of Rs 50.34 lakh (ex-showroom).

The Toyota Fortuner is available with two engine options. These include a 2.7-litre petrol that makes 164 BHP and 245 Nm, paired with either a 5-speed manual or 6-speed automatic and a 2.8-litre diesel engine that produces 201 BHP and 420 Nm / 500 Nm.

The reason behind the deletion of the JBL audio system remains a mystery. Whether it will be reintroduced at a later date remains to be seen.