The Toyota Fortuner is a mid-size SUV that has cemented its position in the Kenyan market, acting as the best alternative to the Toyota Prado for individuals on a tight budget but still need a 7-seater with off-road capability. Whether driving in the busy streets of Nairobi or hard terrains of Baragoi, this car is engineered to perform.

However, despite its outstanding accolades, driving your Fortuner on degraded wheels or steel rims is a huge disservice to this SUV. Owning a Fortuner paints an image of class and style. Steel rims do not complement its demeanor and stature.

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The Fortuner has a higher ground clearance, making it naturally prone to body rolls, especially when going through tight road curves like the one in Tharaka Nithi or Elgeyo Marakwet. If you have steel rims on your Fortuner, it means you cannot tackle the road curves seamlessly because they are hard to flex, unlike alloy wheels, which enhance steering response.

Degraded alloy wheels or steel rims make your 2.4 L Diesel or 2.8 L Diesel Fortuner consume more fuel because of the power needed to spin the wheels. Alloy wheels are light; they spin easily, hence achieving excellent fuel economy.

Steel rims are prone to rust, especially if you reside along the coastline. Alloy wheels are forged perfectly to withstand rust, hence you can drive it anywhere without any worry of degradation. Most importantly is the looks. Alloy wheels transform your Fortuner’s appearance from good to sophisticated, or perhaps spectacular.