Toyota Fortuner 2.8 V 4×4 AT (2016) vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4L GLS 2WD 8AT (2020)

Toyota Fortuner 2.8 V 4×4 AT (2016) vs Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4L GLS 2WD 8AT (2020): which should you buy?

For a Filipino buyer weighing cost against capability, the Mitsubishi Montero Sport 2.4L GLS 2WD (2020) edges out the older Toyota Fortuner 2.8 V 4×4 (2016) in overall value. The Montero Sport is priced at ₱1,927,000, roughly ₱241,000 cheaper, while still delivering slightly higher peak power (181 PS vs 176 PS) and a modern 8‑speed automatic, which promises smoother shifts and better fuel efficiency than the Fortuner’s 6‑speed unit. Both vehicles share a body‑on‑frame construction and five‑door layout, but the Fortuner offers a 4WD system and a larger 2.8‑litre turbo‑diesel engine that produces 450 Nm of torque, giving it stronger low‑end pull for off‑road or heavy‑load situations. However, the Fortuner is not currently available, making the Montero Sport the practical choice for immediate purchase. Both come with the same 3‑year/100,000 km warranty, and seating capacity is comparable (Fortuner 2+3+2, Montero Sport unspecified but typical for its class). If you need genuine 4WD capability and maximum low‑rpm torque for rugged trips, the Fortuner remains the better tool, provided you can source one. For most daily commuters, families, or buyers seeking a newer model with better fuel‑efficiency, more gears, and a lower price, the 2020 Montero Sport is the recommended pick.