Toyota’s latest SUV, Fortuner, will be powered by a newly developed 2.8-litre direct-injection turbo-diesel engine that raises the bar for fuel efficiency, performance and quietness. Designated 1GD, the 2755cm3 four-cylinder common-rail turbo-diesel engine employs a highly efficient fuel-injection system and intake/exhaust ports.
The engine is notable for its high torque at low revolutions and its maximum torque of 450Nm is available from 1600 to 2400rpm when driven through Toyota’s new six-speed automatic transmission. Fortuner will also be offered with a six-speed manual gearbox, available on higher grades with ‘intelligent’ technology that ensures smoother shifting by matching engine revs to transmission speed. The manual’s peak torque is 420Nm. Maximum power of 130kW is reached at 3400rpm while the power curve below 3000rpm supports low-to-mid-range performance.
Toyota’s engineers developed the engine from the ground up to be lightweight with high combustion efficiency and low friction, resulting in excellent fuel efficiency. These measures, along with the inclusion of a diesel particulate filter, have resulted in reduced emissions and compliance with Euro 5 emissions standards.
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