Isuzu MU-X vs Toyota Fortuner
The MU-X is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹34.53 lakh against ₹35.11 lakh for the Fortuner. Only the Fortuner has been crash-tested (5 stars). The MU-X claims better mileage (up to 13 km/l). Expert reviewers rate the Fortuner higher (7/10 vs 5/10). The MU-X seats more people (up to 7).
Compare features & on-road pricesMU-X detailsFortuner details
MU-X vs Fortuner: specs and prices
| Isuzu MU-X | Toyota Fortuner | |
|---|---|---|
| Ex-showroom price | ₹34.53 L – ₹37.71 L | ₹35.11 L – ₹50.97 L |
| Body type | SUV | SUV |
| Fuel | Diesel | Petrol, Diesel |
| Gearbox | Automatic | Automatic, Manual |
| Seats | 7 | 5 |
| Mileage (claimed) | 13 km/l | 10.26 km/l |
| Airbags (max) | 6 | 7 |
| Crash-test rating | Not tested | 5-star (ASEAN NCAP) |
| Expert score | 5/10 | 7/10 |
| Variants | 2 | 6 |
| Cheapest automatic | ₹34.53 L | ₹35.11 L |
Ex-showroom prices from each maker's official website, updated 2026-10-22. On-road prices depend on your state.
Quick answers
- Which is cheaper, the Isuzu MU-X or the Toyota Fortuner?
- The Isuzu MU-X starts at ₹34.53 lakh ex-showroom; the Toyota Fortuner starts at ₹35.11 lakh. Prices updated 2026-10-22.
- Which is safer, the MU-X or the Fortuner?
- MU-X: not crash-tested yet; Fortuner: 5-star ASEAN NCAP. Up to 6 and 7 airbags respectively.
- Which is better, the MU-X or the Fortuner?
- The MU-X is cheaper to get into: it starts at ₹34.53 lakh against ₹35.11 lakh for the Fortuner. Only the Fortuner has been crash-tested (5 stars). The MU-X claims better mileage (up to 13 km/l). Expert reviewers rate the Fortuner higher (7/10 vs 5/10). The MU-X seats more people (up to 7). Which suits you depends on your budget and the features you need: Right Ride's matcher ranks both against your priorities and shows on-road prices for your state.