5 Luxury SUVs To Buy Instead Of Toyota Fortuner! » MotorOctane

The Toyota Fortuner is extremely popular in India for its off-road prowess, unbreakable nature and an overall premium experience. However, what if you want something even more premium and luxurious but only want to spend Rs 60 Lakh? We have found something special for you. Here’s a list of 5 luxury SUVs you could get at the price of a Fortuner!
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Fortuner’s Daddy! – SUVs Instead Of Fortuner

Why get a Fortuner when you can get the Fortuner’s tough father at the same price, right? Well, here’s a 2011 Toyota Land Cruiser 200 priced at just Rs 53 Lakh, and we think this is a steal deal. The Land Cruiser is one of the most capable off-road SUVs on the face of the Earth, and its reliability is unmatched. Plus, you get a massive 4.5-litre V8 diesel engine producing 262bhp and 650Nm of torque along with 4WD. This is the perfect “go anywhere” vehicle that you will need.

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Plus, the number of features in this SUV may surprise you. Features include a 9-inch infotainment screen, a wireless charger, a power sunroof, a 4-zone climate control system, a powered tailgate, a JBL surround sound system, powered front seats with memory function, and the list is endless. And you can get all of this at just Rs 53 Lakh. So what would you rather get – the Fortuner or the legendary LC200? 

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The Enthusiasts’ Favourite!

Every automobile enthusiast loves German cars and SUVs, especially BMWs, for their amazing engines and sporty character. And we have found just the right SUV for such enthusiasts – the BMW X5. And it’s not just any X5, but an X5 xDrive40i M Sport with the infamous 3.0-litre straight-six. That’s right! Priced at Rs 60 Lakh, we have found a 2020 BMW X5 for you, which looks to be in great shape. Under the hood is the 3.0-litre inline-6 petrol engine producing 335bhp and 450Nm of torque, along with AWD and an 8-speed TC.

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The Beamer looks stunning in white, complemented by the brown interior, adding to the luxury vibe. You get a plethora of features like a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch touchscreen, a head-up display, electrically adjustable front seats, adaptive 2-axle air suspension and much more. Being the M Sport version, the driving dynamics are best-in-class, and the performance on tap is extraordinary. 

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The Italian Beast! – SUVs Instead Of Fortuner

German or Japanese cars are really good when it comes to performance, comfort and luxury. But Italians exude exquisite style along with performance, comfort and luxury. So, here’s an Italian masterpiece for you! We found a 2018 Maserati Levante GranLusso, priced at Rs 59 Lakh. The highlight of this SUV is the elegant and beautiful design language, which is the perfect mix of luxury and sportiness. While from the outside, this particular Levante looks understated in the grey shade, step inside, and the Maserati screams sporty with a red interior.

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The cabin feels very sporty yet opulent with leather all around the cabin, and everything feels good to the touch. The SUV is also very well equipped in terms of features. Features include an 8.4-inch touchscreen, a 7-inch instrument cluster, ADAS, active air suspension and the list goes on. At the heart of the matter is a 3.0-litre V6 diesel engine producing 424bhp and 580Nm of torque, along with AWD and an 8-speed AT. So what would you buy – the Fortuner or this elegant beast?

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Bollywood’s Favourite SUV!

We are sure you’ve already guessed it right! It is none other than the Audi Q7. Spacious, luxurious and powerful, we found a very low-mileage 2022 Audi Q7 with just 24,800km on the odo. This is priced at Rs 56.50 Lakh; we believe this is a great deal. The Q7 is an elegant SUV with a very comfortable and spacious interior. And being Audi’s flagship luxury SUV, the Q7 gets almost all the bells and whistles. The SUV gets features like powered front seats, 4-zone climate control, a panoramic sunroof, adaptive air suspension, a 12.9-inch instrument cluster, park assist, and much more. Powering the 7-seater SUV is a 3.0-litre V6 petrol engine producing 335bhp and 500Nm of torque along with Quattro AWD and an 8-speed TC. So, in a way, the Audi Q7 is a great all-rounder as it is luxurious, has space for 7, powerful and feature-rich. 

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The Best Luxury SUV! – SUVs Instead Of Fortuner

While every other car on this list serves varying purposes, we have found a car whose only purpose is to offer a luxurious and sumptuous experience. We came across a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 300d priced at Rs 59.95 Lakh. Mercedes is renowned for offering exquisite quality cars with a lavish cabin, and the GLE stays true to that. The GLE is wrapped in amazing leather and soft-touch materials everywhere, along with wood inserts, which elevate the luxurious experience of the cabin. The brand has offered a slew of features like powered front seats, a panoramic sunroof, a 4-zone automatic climate control, a twin 12.3-inch screen setup and much more. Under the hood is a 2.0-litre diesel engine producing 241bhp and 500Nm of torque, along with AWD and a 9-speed TC.

So out of these 5 SUVs, which luxury SUV would you buy instead of the Fortuner?

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