2024 Toyota Land Cruiser | MotorWeek Road Test

Every once in a while, we all need a reset. A time to get back to basics and prioritize the things that really matter. Well, for the #Toyota #LandCruiser that time is now. So, let’s find out if that means bigger and better things for Toyota’s iconic off-roader. #ToyotaLandCruiser
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[@davidj.9432]

I'm so happy the Motor Week guy (sorry, don't know his name) is still healthy and doing these reviews. Huge nostalgia trip, for sure. Keep at it, my friend!

[@pizzaearthpancakesandother2549]

His name is Kevin.

[@gsxellence]

John Davis ❤

[@wbdonnie1]

I feel the same way, reminds me of highschool days watching Motorweek with my dad and brother, once a week!

[@D0praise]

Whoa nostalgia! This same guy did the review for the ‘87 FJ60 we have sitting in our driveway, wild.

[@iamgermane]

He has been doing voiceover for them since 1983 I think.

[@JK-tq4qf]

@@iamgermane -He started it all back in around 1981-1982 John Davis.

[@iamgermane]

@@JK-tq4qf ? He was a writer for Motor Trend. An upscale version of Car & Driver.

[@JK-tq4qf]

@@iamgermane great?

[@bikdav]

TOYOTA needs to bring back the inline 6.

[@RB78545]

Mazda has an i6 in the CX90. They could politely ask to borrow it for the LC

[@Al_Lergic]

@@RB78545 Is it a better engine than the BMW B58 engine that Toyota uses in the Supra?

[@floridaroadways]

Or the 8 cylinder

[@bikdav]

@ Unfortunately, I think that the 8 is gone for good.

[@JokerG16]

@@floridaroadwaysfacts man. this with the 4.6 would be SIIIIIIICCCCKKKK

[@tuomasholo]

The base model should be $40K not $58K for what you’re getting

[@canto_v12]

You can get the 4Runner in the 40s. It’s been that way for the past 15 years.

[@gsxellence]

Should be 28k. They should have just brought the fj back

[@keontaheri3944]

I completely agree, however the Land Cruiser has become more about the name than the actual vehicle. If this vehicle had any other name, it’d be base price at 38-40k, however the Land Cruiser name is the cause of that hefty price tag. Not saying it’s a bad vehicle. I think it’s a great vehicle. It’s just the same thing as why you buy Mercedes or bmw. It’s all for the name

[@canto_v12]

@@keontaheri3944 a regular Highlander already costs that much. Add off-road hardware, a truck frame, a taller body…

[@RevLexus]

the base model in the UK is £75,000 (or about $96k USD)

[@Land_Cruiser_40]

Came here for the Cruiser but I'm glad John is still in good shape. Cheers

[@redwolfmaddox3986]

i cant believe this dude is still doing these reviews!

[@akdiddy666]

Solid review, I’m glad they talked about this not being the full 300 series. The entire time i had my gx460 I wished they had a stripped down Prado available. Now it’s here.

[@daison96]

Who needs a V6 or V8? I do, if Toyota is asking ~$60k for a five passenger suv with cloth seats.

[@allentoyokawa9068]

okay boomer

[@floridaroadways]

I agree with you if they put a V6 and a V8 that would be fine with me but not a four-cylinder because to me that’s not our land cruiser that’s more like a RAV4 I remember four runners used to come with a four-cylinder

[@waterloo123100]

@@allentoyokawa9068I would really like you see you kids work on a car 😂

[@nickmotsarsky4382]

​@@allentoyokawa9068Calling someone a boomer is an idiotic response.

[@Erin-Thor]

Simply put, turbocharged 4 cyl. engines produce more revolutions and heat, which equals more wear and tear, which shortens lifespan. No big deal if you change vehicles every few years. But if you tow, go up mountain fire roads to get to camping spots…😳

[@alfagtv1098]

It’s the LC PRADO. Just drove way up to northern Canada from Massachusetts. No problems. Cruiser at 80mph at 1700-1900. Seemed fine to me. Warm and cozy inside.

[@joshuawalker6312]

I wish we Americans can get a diesel rather than that four banger

[@husshardan3511]

Harry’s Garage just tested the diesel version they get in the UK. 200hp, 0-60 in 10.5 sec, really agricultural feeling, poor mpg - 25.

[@joshuawalker6312]

@husshardan3511 dam. I'm sure put a good program it would get better mpg

[@JoeO.]

I wish we got 70 series and 300 series in North America, but now we get essentially 2 4Runners…

[@husshardan3511]

@@joshuawalker6312 and be even slower than it is now? Is there a slower passenger vehicle currently sold in the US market than this diesel LC would be?

[@husshardan3511]

@@JoeO. Three if you include the GX550.

[@JoeO.]

Toyota is so disappointing as of late. Never thought the time would come after decades of dedication but I think my love affair with the once practical and reliable manufacturer is coming to an end…

[@peters219]

I'm a fan of the Land Cruiser. But I don't like how biased this road test was. It was really just an ad for Toyota.

[@ytj22]

First time watching Motorweek?

[@peters219]

@@ytj22 Right. It's the same reason I don't buy magazines. You would think they would at least try to act like they aren't bought out. It's a new era for media for crying out loud.

[@EphemeralThought]

Rather have a diesel than a hybrid; hate that the battery makes a trunk-hump. Probably buy a used Lexus GX 550 in a couple years.

[@dookiehowser79]

Doug is right about this “Land cruiser”. It’s a FJ Cruiser basically but with 4 doors. It’s not the 300 series other markets get. I don’t see a market for this vehicle when the 6th gen 4runner comes out as the new 4runner is basically the same 4x4 as this LC (platform, engine, etc) but will cost thousands less. No thanks. I’ll stick with my 100 series.

[@zfunk9]

His name is John, not Doug.

[@gregevans6328]

I own one and there is almost no resemblance to the the FJ. Honestly, you need to drive one before you pass judgement, I absolutely love mine.

[@courteousanalyzer]

Wow they brought back the XTerra, what's Nissan gonna say?

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Absolutely beautiful! But way too expensive for a four cylinder! For that price it should have been a V8 or 6!

[@Perich29]

its a hybrid with a turbocharge four cylinder.

[@miller4190]

We love you John!!

[@nathangibson2114]

I love mine!

[@carexplorers]

Well-made review! After driving the new Land Cruiser for a few days both on and off-road, I can say it’s a great vehicle-love the design and it’s every bit as capable off-road as it should be. That said, it would have been so much better with 6 cylinders under the hood...

[@17ledda]

Almost 60k for a 4 cylinder vehicle?! No thanks. It looks great though

[@allentoyokawa9068]

Worth EVERY penny

[@floridaroadways]

It’s better than paying almost 100 K for eight cylinder. They should’ve added a four and a six cylinder that would’ve been better because some people like me don’t like four-cylinder vehicles.

[@oldschool1928]

With these rigs keeping their resale value so well, they're still pricey when used.

[@punemax]

You ever driven a turbo 4 cylinder?

[@floridaroadways]

@ yeah you’re right if I sell my 2012 Camry six-cylinder it would probably be worth $10,000 with 79,000 miles because like you said, the resale value of these Japanese cars are usually high depending on the make make and model

[@weirdshibainu]

There's a reason why 2021 Land Cruisers with 50k miles are stll commanding 80 grand

[@mkviz]

Was able to check this out at the dealership this morning. This is basically a Tacoma TRD in terms of powertrain. The cloth seats are nice but seem out of place. This is more of a 4runner replacement than anything

[@chipchaunamom2665]

John Davis. The original car review guy. ❤️

[@Mr1wd]

A bit pricey. There's no value proposition with Toyotas anymore.

[@GeoBob-xf3hh]

It is called INFLATION!

[@ToranaA9X308]

Pricey 😂😂😂😂 gtf outa here

[@canto_v12]

The previous larger Land Cruiser started at $89k when it went away in 2021.

[@deathtollwrx]

Wow the interior appointments look quite cheap.

[@mkviz]

It's not as bad as it looks. The seats are nice. It's like a corduroy upholstery. But it looks no different that the 4runner in terms of space. So I dont know who this would be for.

[@tacticalenough6334]

Just got back from the dealership. The interior feels cheep AF.

[@EdwinRodriguez-mm5ym]

I love motorweek best show ever I love John davis he used a nice car vocabulary he the best car narrator Iove mzet hum in person he so knowledgeable.

[@anthonychihuahua]

Nissan's Pathfinder transformed into the Mallfinder. This will be known as the Mall Cruiser.

[@hakeemsd70m]

Thanks for the laugh. 😂😂😂 I'm still pissed at Nissan for turning the Pathfinder into a soccer mom, swing-door Quest.

[@M1000-y8b]

2012 was the last great Pathfinder😊

[@smokesgtp]

Pricing is crazy. 60k for manual, cloth seats LOL

[@zfunk9]

This is a very expensive 4Runner. It’s no Land Cruiser.

[@oliverthewonderdog6231]

100%

[@XavierDisante]

I love this suv almost got one last month and will get one next year eventually. It is so good looking in person, I just hope that they change that engine or do something else by the time I get it.

[@greggb681]

8.1 seconds for a vehicle that has 465 lb-ft of torque is SLOW.

[@popindosin228]

I love how this still make videos about 2024 cars in style of 1994 reviews

[@BigBoyz33]

man if only this came with a v8 or i6. Wouldve been peak land cruiser

[@boss12]

These are so cool. Timeless already; like the FJ62.

[@Hero4Hire4]

Is the front legroom actually limited to 33 inches, according to online specs? My RAV4 has 42 inches!

[@gregevans6328]

I’m 6’1” and sincerely have more legroom than I need. It’s a very comfortable vehicle. You should drive one you may be surprised how nice these really are.

[@phillipjoseph8768]

How are all these turbo 4 cylinders with all this horsepower and torque so slow to 60?

[@jthor8373]

I know by today's standard it's slow but when you own and driven the older Land Cruisers powered by the 2F, 3FE and 1FZ-FE engines this thing isn't so bad. You just get used to it and adjust your driving according to road traffic and conditions.

[@emmywaligo5994]

I love the high bean design. Blends legendary design and modernity

[@santiagohills3997]

For $58k you get made-in-Japan attention to detail and the sort of durability that’s sorely missing in the comparable $52k wrangler Willys.

[@chadhaire1711]

hahahahahahaha...sure kid

[@gregevans6328]

You’re absolutely right. I own one and have driven too many wranglers to mention, there is no comparison between the two vehicles. If you’re considering one, just go drive it I doubt you’ll be disappointed.

[@lh8372]

Great video. I’d buy one tomorrow if it didn’t have a 4 cylinder!!

[@HornObligatto81]

I’ll take a fully loaded Subaru Forester for $40k, which has nearly identical 0-60 and 1/4 mile acceleration, has more ground clearance, stops in a shorter distance and gets better fuel economy.

[@johnfranklin1367]

I have a 2022 Outback Wilderness. Love it, pretty much fully loaded at $44K out the door. I think it's a much better value for the money than this Land Cruiser. I have higher ground clearance as well.

[@jmarcosreyes]

Great review! Better than ever though?

[@TrailBlazerSS502]

Pricey, but legendary.

[@coletrickle581]

Should have an inline 6 for that price.

[@Anomize23]

DEFINITELY 💯

[@josephSF]

@coletrickle581 Buy the Lexus GX550. Problem solved.

[@davidlind4957]

Looks great however the old one is actually better. Id shove in all the new techno stuff in a 90's model land cruiser and call it a day

[@stallion427]

Prioritising the things that really matter? Who wrote the intro, this thing is getting trashed by car reviewers

[@JohnJohnson-he1yv]

LEGITIMATE off roader, will last for 200K mi, for only 60K. Untouchable! Great to see this come back!

[@1vw4me]

I luv the look and styling of this, but Toyota needs a wake-up call: Get back to a naturally aspirated V6 or inline 6, with optional V8 in Sequoia. Please, please!

[@zfunk9]

The tree hugging democrats won’t allow it. It’s this for a while and then only electric eventually.

[@roberthoyt7921]

Toyota might consider doing the following for the LC250 from MY 2026 on: * Replace the 1958 and “LC” trims with the SR5, Heritage, TRD Pro, and GRX (Gazoo Racing Off-Road) * LWB 3-row variants for both it a.k.a. Land Cruiser 255 (or Grand Prado overseas) and the Lexus GX a.k.a. Lexus GX550L which will mean Toyota may have to either kill the Sequoia or cut down that model’s trim line to two (Platinum and TRD Pro) and Lexus to scrap the 3rd row for the LX600h and move its starting price to the $150K-$200K range. Lexus might see about bumping the GX’s starting price to around $80K.

[@MrJoeBobSmith]

Why would an engine that is rough around the edges be charming? The Toyota V8 engines in previous Land cruisers were smooth as butter

[@sultanniazi2394]

Do not buy it. AT ALL. I returned mine back to the dealership. Transmission gremlins. It was so erratic and bumpy. And strangely average build quality. And the engine is poor quality. Coming from a 200 series, utterly disappointing.

[@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD]

how many miles before the transmission gave you problems??

[@Anomize23]

@@LexusGX460-OFF-ROADHad the same experience on my test drive 🙈

[@Kiss__Kiss]

"That's about 30k Dollars less than what the 2021 went for." Well, that's because there's about $30 grand less in this LC to show for it too!!

[@JoeO.]

Because they killed the actual Landcruiser here and threw an LC badge on a 4Runner so they could charge more. Toyota has lost its way.

[@canto_v12]

@@Kiss__Kiss it’s for the better. Americans expect luxury interiors and the LC300 definitely does not have that, and would still start at $90k.

[@RevLexus]

@@JoeO. you are aware there has been 2 sizes of Land Cruisers for decades right?

[@JoeO.]

@@RevLexus I’m aware of the various 70 series iterations sold worldwide, the Prado sold worldwide (and as GX, 4Runner in N.A.), and what is now the 300 series that they mismanaged out of existence in N.A. (selling the LX only is insanely stupid marketing).

[@JK-tq4qf]

Not sure if John Davis sees these reviews or not, but hopefully someone from MotorWeek does and reports back that the viewers all love him, he's a legend in his time and when he retires MotorWeek should shut down too! :)

[@philipjanes]

Still way too expensive

[@robertd4468]

I think Toyota went the wrong way with the engine choice. Asking a 2.4 liter engine to provide that much power is a recipe for disaster. I don’t see that engine going 300k like the trusty bombproof 4.0 liter in my 4Runner.

[@luismayorga1520]

TOYOTA IS TOYOTA 😎

[@RevLexus]

I am always so jealous of the US market, the cars are like the cheapest place in the world to buy any vehicle. Looking at about 40-50% more for equivalent in the UK

[@HypocriticYT]

4 cyl is good if the engine doesn’t have to work hard. This needs a V8.

[@RyanDanger1776]

I know this is a fantasy, but would have loved to seen the 5.0L 2UR-GSE V8 from the Lexus IS in this beast…

[@m.8442]

Drives like the old diesel cruisers of yesteryear. We got this because there are zero gimmicks in this truck. Perfect for growing kids hard plastics wont get destroyed by the kiddos. Refreshing in a world full of SUVs and cars with silly gimmicks that are of no use. 1958 edition has everything one would need safety tech etc.

[@zfunk9]

Same size engine as my 1986 Pontiac Grand Am had.

[@RevLexus]

wow what an insightful comment

[@LandonMillertotheMaxx]

welcome back Land Cruiser. we missed you, no 3rd row is just sad, but it doesn't matter! they need that for cargo space.

[@User-J-f9t]

The Land Cruiser I knew was LUXURIOUS.. this one?? It's plastic.. and not soft touch but HARD plastic.. oh! And it's 4 cylinder with the same price as GX. Just go for a GX instead..

[@LandonMillertotheMaxx]

@@User-J-f9t that's true. i'll go for a GX. because after all, it had a V6 upgrade

[@User-J-f9t]

​​@LandonMillertotheMaxx If you want a TRUE land cruiser.. you could go buy an LC300. Although, I'm not sure if it is still available there in US. But you could try searching it.. It looks better and IS better! Interior a bit Old school but eh.. it's not that bad.. kinda the same with the LX.

[@RevLexus]

unusually 3rd row only in the UK

[@LandonMillertotheMaxx]

@@RevLexus even in Australia

[@rabit818]

What? No manual transmission?

[@RevLexus]

Name one large new manual transmission hybrid 4x4

[@joelf1355]

It is a good looking vehicle, although smaller engines have gotten better I would be concerned about torque keeping this thing above 60MPH.

[@marvinmurakami8828]

With 326 hp and 465 lb ft of torque, this will have no problem easily cruising at 85 mph, even up fairly steep freeway grades.

[@canto_v12]

I have one, it sounds like a Corolla but pulls like 465 lb ft should pull. No problems at 70+ going uphill.

[@ytj22]

There is as much or more torque here as many V8s! How much do you need?

[@cubedtothex]

For $57k it doesn’t come with anything except a drivetrain 😂

[@Matteo-xm6xo]

Looks good hp/tq numbers are good.LCs always very reliable odds for reliability on this one not to good.turbocharged hybrid drivetrain complexity.also plastic parts used for cost cutting could also be a issue.

[@ATLOffroad]

I hope to drive one someday.

[@RonL-y3v]

Everyone complaining about the 4cyl. Thank your government and their regulations, CAFE (corporate average fuel economy) and emissions regulations. Toyota would have been happy to put a v6 or the 6cyl diesel that they install in the rest of the world into it but the cost of producing a diesel that meets US emissions regulations are cost prohibiting.

[@charles.alvino]

I test drove the LC, GX, and Defender. LC was a very distant third for me - can't see a reason to get it over the GX, incl because of price.

[@re14437]

Thanks! I’m going to be cross shopping those three vehicles in about a year. Thanks for the insight. Probably a base GX for me.

[@RevLexus]

cant get the GX in the UK

[@digitaldoc100]

The powertrain, which has more than adequate power on paper, has a disappointing 0-60 time.

[@M1000-y8b]

How fast do you need an SUV to be??? LOL

[@digitaldoc100]

@M1000-y8b Faster than over 8 seconds. Short entrance ramps with NY traffic are a bad combo without enough power.

[@AdriansB6]

I like MW but it's hard to take this "review" seriously. Gp and watch DeMuro's review on the new Land Cruiser and how he compares it head-to-head with other Toyota SUV's. These is absolutely no sane reason to get this vehicle. The new 4Runner will have the same engine, have a 3rd row, will look better, and cost less. Toyota blew it massively with the new LC.

[@joshuagraham3222]

Why would anyone buy this? The price is ludicrous for what you get. But, that’s with most Toyota’s these days.

[@Mystery_Man84]

As the great Doug Demuro says, this is basically the Toyota FJ Cruiser 2.0 disguised with the Land Cruiser name

[@RevLexus]

he really missed the mark on the land cruiser though.

[@Steve_and_Deb_Explore_the_USA]

I'm sticking with my 2021 LC200 with V8 and minimal bells and whistles. It will last as long as I'm driving, and has enough grunt to pull my travel trailer. This new vehicle should have been an FJ Cruiser replacement.

[@shapiroshekelberg604]

Looks cool but no v8. Not a real Land Cruiser. No thanks.

[@Perich29]

Don't buy it, there piles of junk, the newer Tundra and Sequoia are having problem they had engine blew up on the newer tundra and sequoia, and the Land cruiser might have the same problem. If you want a Land Cruiser, get a 2007 model or older there better made and they run forever.

[@moejr1974]

Not even the same engine. Try comparing apples to apples

[@Anomize23]

@@moejr1974 of course it’s not the same that’s the point

[@beyondu77]

The black plastic looks cheap, especially on the front for a vehicle at this price.

[@LrulestheworldM8]

$60k to go 16.3 in the 1/4, with a standard 4 cylinder and no other options. We're going backwards in design and ideas. Unacceptable that this does not have its own V8, or at least share it from the tundra. These will rot on dealer lots like the broncos do. When will manufacturers learn that big V8s are the answer?

[@moejr1974]

This is the way things are going. The US CAFE standards are unreasonable and this is forcing the manufacturers to use smaller engines to meet those standards.

[@Anomize23]

⁠@@moejr1974You make products ln what sells, not what government wants. AGAIN GOING BACKWARDS.

[@NewDevanaYudityach8485]

This is what is called the second older brother of the Fortuner legend gr vrz 2024 promax, returning after the vx300 f33a-FTV diesel and the 2024 Prado which were brought to Indonesia with two engine options, the 1gd FTV and the equivalent 2tr fe Class of car Fortuner But the car is still a CBU in Japan, it has not been officially sold by Astra on the PT Tam-i website by Anthony Jimny LC Prado 2024 in Indonesia, in fact, cars priced at 1-4 billion rupiah are already circulating in Only big CBU car showroom entrepreneurs in Indonesia have Jakarta, West Java and East Java.

[@Nemura12]

A 4 cylinder and hybrid? No thanks.

[@ytj22]

With as much or more combined torque as most V8s. If you don't like it you can thank your government.

[@Nemura12]

@ytj22 Who cares about torque and power when it is not reliable?

[@ytj22]

@@Nemura12 So far, there's no indication that this powertrain isn't reliable. It should also be pointed out that Toyota's beloved V8s all had noticeable reliability issues early on, and even for a couple of years before the bugs were worked out. We like to forget about this stuff while we're struggling with change.

[@Nemura12]

@ytj22 Well, there is something you don't know. I used to work for Toyota no long ago. That new power train is complete trash. allegedly, of course....

[@schnuurtchke]

The land cruiser is my 2nd favourite after the 4Runner 🚙🚙🛻🛻

[@allentoyokawa9068]

favorite*

[@thetruthofanonymous]

@@allentoyokawa9068british spelling

[@User-J-f9t]

​​@@thetruthofanonymous He is a troll.. He disses hyundai on purpose and glazes japanese cars and corrects people for no reason.. Oh! And he hates OLDER japanese cars and prefers newer ones.. Ironic isn't it? Coming from a fanboy like him.

[@EdwinRodriguez-mm5ym]

Wao impress lot power from small motor

[@JDMHaze]

people are talking about it being $60,000, the last Land Cruiser started at like $86,000 😂…

[@husshardan3511]

Yeah but that actually was a LandCruiser. The clue here is the new Toyota 4Runner is built on the same chassis.

[@canto_v12]

@@husshardan3511the big LC300 is also built on a similar chassis. They all share the same basic frame design.

[@husshardan3511]

@@canto_v12 sharing a basic frame design is not the same as sharing the same frame. Same for saying ‘similar’. Similar is not the same.

[@canto_v12]

@@husshardan3511 You can't share the exact same frame if your basic dimensions (such as wheelbase) are different.

[@Anomize23]

Dude you gotta JDM username and even a 4cyl high performance jdm didnt cost this much and NOW its okay? The last Land Cruiser had more cylinders and was way more spacious for that price. You are seriously getting suckered no matter how you look at it. Less space, smaller engine and a slower 0-60 time for its speed. HOW ARE PEOPLE THIS DENSE?🙈

[@edbern7387]

From legend to laggard all under Toyota.

[@spursdynasty7378]

I’d rather buy the redesigned Honda Passport. I don’t need to go off road . AWD plus a V6 is good enough for me . Plus they are priced way cheaper than the Landcruiser. Low 40k to 55k for the highest trim.

[@The_Hi_Life]

To call this a Land Cruiser is an atrocity

[@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD]

McLandCruiser

[@inMotionOutdoors]

Agreed

[@RevLexus]

why? there has always been two sizes of land cruiser. a 4cylinder land cruiser and the larger series.

[@GABRIEL_CRAFT]

The 5th gen 4Runner (or 4th or 3rd) is probably more of a Land Cruiser than this

[@Anomize23]

Sadly it is.🙈

[@007diego2]

I’d grab one if it were 55 out the door

[@russellbrown1068]

In the end, it’s still just sheet metal attached to a steel frame.

[@black98rt]

That looks like a crap base model from the outside….and the seats, and starts at $57k? lol

[@gsxellence]

Fj cruiser needed; those rims are ugly. I feel this is just going to compete w/4runner. Good luck, ill be at the Lexus Stealership.

[@Aldeeezzy]

Prado

[@ToranaA9X308]

Correct

[@v12kingV10]

Toyota real 4x4s. Honda let’s copy this with fwd crossovers

[@kruzininla]

I have yet to see a test of reliability and longevity between a 4 cyl and a v8. We don’t need a test of turbos since a healthy v8 doesn’t need them. These small motors have to stress to hard and still doesn’t give a descent fuel economy. Why does my 05 suburban get better fuel mileage than current smaller vehicles? This should be investigated. Also my 2000 grand am gets better mpg then todays cars. Come on manufacturers, get it together!!

[@caliber718]

I love mine. I bought a new 2024 base 1958 edition with rock rails, grappler tires (dealer installed), and custom 2 tone black and saddle tan leather seats (aftermarket installed by a local shop also done by my Toyota dealer). Power/torque is very good and it’s surprisingly comfortable. Truck is gorgeous and much larger than I thought…it towers over my 2017 AMG G63. Worth every penny to me. I paid $60k not including tax/title. People out there saying it’s a $30k to $40k truck are out of touch with today’s car market. The car market has seen a 40% increase across the board since 2019 😮 they’re selling Corollas for $30k!

[@zfunk9]

You paid $60k for a plastic 4 banger with a turbo and cloth seats. A sucker born every minute.

[@TEQLC]

All I ever hear is, "too much plastic". I hope the next years model will fix that.

[@GusGus1996]

It is not a real LanCruiser. Just call it what they call it around the world….The Prado.

[@canto_v12]

It has always been called Land Cruiser Prado in most markets

[@Woah_Look]

Do your research. Prado has always been a "real Land Cruiser" since the very beginning. It is one of the 3 members of the Land Cruiser family.

[@RevLexus]

its called a Land Cruiser in the UK lmao

[@DaveG60134]

Any 4 cyl that's pumping that much power with a turbo is not going to last past the warranty. Should have just gone electric.

[@darknes7800]

No EV....thats worse than the small I-4 engine. Lugging around a 4K pound battery is no good !

[@Erin-Thor]

I am on the fence. I think I’ll wait for long term reviews and problems experienced.

[@ToranaA9X308]

We’ve had them in Australia for ages and zero issues worth mentioning

[@nathangibson2114]

Love mine and already have 20k miles

[@Erin-Thor]

@@ToranaA9X308 - Torana, the larger engines were awesome! 😎 I have known 4 friends who had them, all USED them for going to remote spots, everything just works. This is a new line, new engine, new almost everything except the Tundra base frame. All I know is smaller turbocharged engines with higher RPM’s, heat, increased wear and tear, and a shorter life. A look at the number of engine replacements on the Tundra TC 6 cylinder engines.

[@Erin-Thor]

@@nathangibson2114 - Any issues in the first 20k? I’m curious how it lasts, how long do you keep your vehicles on average?

[@ToranaA9X308]

@ well in Australia which is far more harsh than America Toyota sold MILLIONS of 4 cylinder diesels. I’ve got a 3 liter D4D in my landcruiser prado 280.000 klm no issues at all I’ve towed with it and been into some very harsh conditions. The early 6 cylinders are obviously under stressed but are also heavier on fuel and weigh more over the front suspension. I’ll stick with my 120 series.

[@im2fast4u711]

The best part is it's base price lol, nope

[@JDMHaze]

326HP/465tq and it’s almost two seconds slower than the last Highlander with a 8.1. 0-60??! just buy a used lash gen from a Toyota dealership

[@moejr1974]

This is a lot heavier

[@canto_v12]

This is about a thousand pounds heavier than the Highlander