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Toyota Fortuner vs Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric in Nepal

Price & specification comparison · updated July 14, 2026

At a glance
Toyota FortunerToyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric
Ex-showroom priceRs 2.22 crore – Rs 2.32 croreRs 2.07 crore
Fueldieselhybrid
Variants on sale31
DistributorUnited Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd.United Traders Syndicate Pvt. Ltd.
Variant-wise prices (July 14, 2026)

Toyota Fortuner

Fortuner Manual Transmissionरु 2,30,00,000
Fortuner Automatic Transmissionरु 2,32,00,000
MTरु 2,22,00,000

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric

RAV4 Core Hybrid Electricरु 2,07,00,000
Specifications — Fortuner Fortuner Manual Transmission vs RAV4 Hybrid Electric RAV4 Core Hybrid Electric
CategoryToyota FortunerToyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric
Battery & Range
  • Not an EV or hybrid; no traction battery range
  • Petrol-electric hybrid; pure EV range not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Hybrid fuel efficiency / total range not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Motor Power & Drivetrain
  • 2.8L 4-cylinder diesel, 16-valve DOHC
  • Output 204 PS / 150 kW @ ~3,000–3,400 rpm
  • Torque around 420–500 Nm @ ~1,600–2,800 rpm
  • 6-speed manual transmission, part-time 4x4 with low range
  • Rear differential lock and selectable drive modes
  • Toyota signature petrol-electric hybrid powertrain
  • System output, motor power, torque not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Drivetrain layout (FWD/AWD) not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Wheelbase & Ground Clearance
  • Wheelbase 2745 mm
  • Ground clearance 225 mm
  • Wheelbase not disclosed officially for Nepal spec (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Ground clearance not disclosed officially for Nepal spec (As of: 13/07/2026)
Dimensions
  • Overall length 4795 mm
  • Overall width 1855–1885 mm listed; Nepal sheet 1885 mm
  • Overall height 1835 mm
  • Turning radius 5.8 m
  • 7-seater SUV, three seating rows
  • Overall length, width, height not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Kerb weight and turning radius not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Cargo
  • Seven-seat SUV with foldable third row
  • Boot volume figures: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Boot capacity not disclosed officially for Nepal spec (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Rear seat folding configuration not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Comfort & Interior
  • Leather-accented seats with powered driver adjustment
  • Automatic climate control with rear AC vents
  • Smart entry with push start system
  • Tilt and telescopic steering adjustment
  • Second-row tumble and split-fold seats
  • Promoted as offering comfort on every journey (Toyota Nepal Facebook comfort post)
  • Detailed seat material and adjustment features not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Climate control type and rear AC vents not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Infotainment & Convenience
  • Touchscreen infotainment with Bluetooth and USB
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto support
  • Steering-mounted audio and phone controls
  • Reverse camera with parking sensors
  • Cruise control for highway convenience
  • Infotainment screen size and OS not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Apple CarPlay / Android Auto support not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Keyless entry / remote functions not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Safety
  • Seven SRS airbags including curtain and driver knee
  • ABS with EBD and Brake Assist standard
  • Vehicle Stability Control and Traction Control
  • Hill-start Assist and Downhill Assist Control
  • ISO-FIX child seat anchors in second row
  • Toyota Safety Sense or ADAS availability not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Airbag count not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • ABS, stability control, traction systems not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Design & Exterior
  • Body-on-frame SUV with bold front grille
  • Bi-LED projector headlamps with DRLs
  • LED rear combination lamps and high-mount stop lamp
  • Alloy wheels; size not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Roof rails and rear spoiler standard
  • Marketed as beautiful, reliable and efficient SUV (Toyota Nepal Facebook launch post)
  • Exterior lighting details (LED, DRL) not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Wheel size and design not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Sales & Imports
  • Officially imported and sold by Toyota Nepal only
  • On-road price listed from NPR 27,000,000
  • Likely low-volume premium SUV segment in Nepal
  • No CKD or local assembly mentioned
  • Sales numbers: Not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • Listed on Toyota Nepal site as RAV4 Core Hybrid Electric
  • On-road starting price NPR 18,100,000 on Toyota Nepal site
  • Number of units imported / sold not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
Value for Money Verdict
  • High price but strong resale value reputation
  • Renowned for durability and reliability in rough terrain
  • Running costs higher than compact SUVs due to size
  • Appeals to buyers needing tough 7-seat off-roader
  • Limited feature differentiation versus price premium rivals
  • Positioned as premium hybrid SUV above Yaris Cross Hybrid
  • Toyota’s reliability and hybrid tech seen as core value
  • Independent Nepal portal value assessments not found for Core Hybrid (As of: 13/07/2026)
Pros
  • Powerful 2.8L diesel suited to Himalayan terrain
  • Proven ladder-frame chassis for off-road use
  • Spacious three-row cabin practicality
  • High ground clearance for rural roads
  • Strong brand image and service network
  • Hybrid powertrain focused on efficiency and power delivery
  • Backed by Toyota Nepal’s established distributor network
  • Globally proven RAV4 platform enhances perceived durability
Cons
  • Very expensive versus monocoque 7-seaters
  • Fuel economy relatively poor for city commuting
  • Ride can feel firm and bouncy on bad roads
  • Large size makes tight city parking difficult
  • Feature list feels dated versus newer rivals
  • Key technical specs and range data not disclosed officially (As of: 13/07/2026)
  • High on-road price around NPR 1.81 crore
  • Variant-wise feature list absent on official portals checked (As of: 13/07/2026)

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Frequently asked questions

Which is cheaper in Nepal — Toyota Fortuner or Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric?

As of July 2026, the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric starts at Rs 2.07 crore ex-showroom — Rs 15 lakh less than the Toyota Fortuner at Rs 2.22 crore.

What is the price of the Toyota Fortuner and Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric in Nepal?

The Toyota Fortuner costs Rs 2.22 crore to Rs 2.32 crore and the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric costs Rs 2.07 crore (ex-showroom, July 2026).

Should I buy the Toyota Fortuner or the Toyota RAV4 Hybrid Electric?

Weigh the current prices, the variant-wise specifications on this page, and each brand's showroom and service reach near you — both are listed on the model pages. There is no single winner: the side-by-side table shows exactly where each car is ahead.

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