Will the Maintenance Cost of a Toyota Fortuner Break the Bank?

Congratulations! You just bought your new Toyota Fortuner.  Now you are looking for a guide on how much it will cost to maintain your brand-new car.

As you know,  Preventive Maintenance Service or PMS ensures your car is in tip top shape and ready to drive anywhere, anytime. Logic dictates that with constant use, the performance of your car will degrade over time. Components wear down and will eventually fail if not taken care of. To keep our cars running smoothly, having them undergo PMS is the way to go. Plus, manufacturers make it mandatory for you to have your car serviced by them during its warranty coverage. This is one way for them to guarantee that your car is maintained according to their standards.

Toyota has released a ballpark figure on how much it would cost you to maintain the Fortuner over time. The table below shows a range of prices with estimates for parts and labor costs, including 12% VAT. Consumables, however, are not included in the estimation.

This basic PMS package includes genuine Toyota regular motor oil, basic job items, and standard labor costs. It is safe to assume that prices may change without prior notice. And that is why it is best to consult your friendly neighborhood Toyota Service Advisor before booking an appointment.

How much does it cost to maintain a Toyota Fortuner

As you can see, the prices above vary. This is because the kind of services and parts needed for each service interval is different. Check your owner's manual for the specific parts that need to be inspected or replaced so you can expect what to pay for in each service schedule. 

You should also check your warranty booklet after each PMS to confirm that it has been updated by your Service Advisor.   Ask him if there are additional job orders that are not actually required so you can confirm first before they actually start working. It is a good idea to keep a small notebook to jot down the services done and parts replaced for each PMS. This can even add some value to your car once you decide to sell it in the future. 

Keeping your car in almost mint condition will always reap benefits once the time comes you decide to sell it. In the end though, what you're really paying for with every PMS is peace of mind.

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