250 PRADO AUSTRALIA GOT THE WORST INTERIOR

[@smiddysmidton8313]

Intentionally restricting supply means we are not even interested . If i were to put an order in it would be a 12+ month waiting list. These car manufacturers have got their hand on it ,it's not a low volume Ferrari I would not wait even 3 months for a Toyota or a Ford or a Nissan etc. It's like lining up to get into a Kmart.

[@warrencramer4516]

If you're not willing to wait, easy, then just buy something else...?!

[@samchristopher4733]

We went on the wait list late last year, got told to expect a car July/august. We’ve since had 1 call about whether we want to keep our allocation aaaaaand that’s it haha

[@kichaa13]

The au model doesn't remotely match what they're building for other markets so if the au gov/Toyota au want a unique prado then supply will be limited. Nothing to do w Toyota I'm sure they'd rather not have to produce something specific for au

[@Timetrends-n5t]

Going at over 10% below msrp here in Spain. Stick with my 150. 250 is ugly and i never buy 1st release year

[@tallboy49]

Be far better off buying something else.

[@tbillington]

Whoever at Toyota thought having the rear floor 250mm higher than the opening is an absolute moron. What a terrible design.

[@pantoqwerty]

Not only the height but the looks. It just looks like someone glued some shit in there as an afterthought.

[@tallboy49]

Like a backyard fit out

[@svein-haraldribland8559]

@@pantoqwertyA lot better than the 120 and 150 at least.

[@alanmay7929]

Why don't you ask them why they did that instead of talking crap?

[@pantoqwerty]

@@svein-haraldribland8559 what’s a lot better, surely not that raised floor and non-movable second row?

[@rmvace]

I test drove the Kakadu this week . That boot configuration is awful. Rear seats not able to slide forward or back is a steep in the wrong direction too. Lovely interior though, cameras are high quality at last too! I have a late model VX with the same engine and honestly I didn’t find the drive of the new one as refined. It feels like a heavier vehicle vs the old one. I need a 7 seater option, so that boot is a deal breaker. Not to mention the gaps that exist ALL round the square platform created by the folded seats and flimsy storage box that make up the floor of the boot. Love the looks but that’s it. Not in a hurry at all to upgrade.

[@pastorofmuppets8834]

Was going to get one of these but ended up with an Everest. Cheaper, bigger engine, all the tech that I want. Won't be keeping it for more than 5 years so I'm not concerned about long term reliability

[@maxKporter]

body on frame vehicles were never good for interior space. The floor is high due to the frame, that eats into the interior height. Add hybrid batteries, solid rear axle, fuel tank, and spare tire underneath then you're left with very limited space. That's what happened to the Toyota sequoia. If you want space and three row, then it's going to have to be an unibody vehicle.

[@pantoqwerty]

@@pastorofmuppets8834 the only thing that concerns me about the Ford is the way the dealers/company seem to leave people with genuine warranty claims swinging. Toyota aren’t great but I believe Ford AU are one of the worst.

[@pastorofmuppets8834]

@pantoqwerty it depends a lot on the dealer I reckon. I've heard horror stories from every manufacturer except Lexus (lots from Toyota!) My dealership is really good but despite owning 3 fords over the last seven years I've only had one relatively major issue (differential) which was fixed no questions asked. Had a fortuner as a loan car (hired, reimbursed by ford). Same 2.8 engine as in the newPrado. It was awful. If I had only driven it off road it would have been fine. But I would hate to own one and drive it on the road as a daily!

[@pantoqwerty]

@@pastorofmuppets8834 unfortunately some of the worst is from Ford themselves.

[@kdogauch]

Toyota Australia is taking their customers for a ride. Even Switzerland has a regular, non-hybrid 8 speed diesel, with option for 600nm torque. This hybrid setup is completely in opposition to the storage, weight and reliability needs of a 4x4. I think this is really positioned as a primarily city car, while the 300 is the upsell for more serious off-roading. Prado is absolutely positioned to push regular off-roaders up to the 300.

[@Capt_Samba]

Everything after 2018 from Toyota has been made with saving money in mind, it's obvious. Toyota is losing it's appeal because of the cheap parts that are now going on them. As an example, Measure the internal door sizes from last series to this series in every single model of Toyota. Compare simple stuff like the struts, the type of leather they now use etc. Everything is now about making them cheap but selling them at the same price

[@tbillington]

Couldn't agree more. Since the GFC, all the new models have got progressively lower in quality. 2000-2010 will be remembered as the high point in Toyota quality.

[@Saphire0437]

Mate people have been touting the demise of Toyota since the early 2000s. Find something else to do.

[@simonhjc]

Spot on

[@Capt_Samba]

@@Saphire0437 Mate, I own a new Toyota, I don't want any demise, nor did I mention one. Your paddling up the wrong river

[@atillae4433]

New Prado's leather quality is really terrible :D

[@retepd1e]

$82,000 for a GX without diff lockers and the same 2.8L engine as in my 4 year old Fortuner with rear diff locker and sliding second row. You gotta be so diluted to fork out $30k more for less equipped car.

[@tallboy49]

Other than looks and a weight penalty with the useless battery it is the same vehicle. Don"t waste your money.

[@alanmay7929]

​@@tallboy49 Nonsense! Which useless battery? It's a significantly much modern and advanced vehicle! The starter and generator have been replaced by a single motor generator! Much less moving parts, chains belts...

[@Marks.Reviews]

@@alanmay7929Are you sure it doesn’t have a starter motor? Reason l ask is because it still has a regular 12 volt battery.

[@webmonkey44]

@@Marks.Reviews all hybrids and electrics have a 12v. even the ones that went to a single generator/starter on the motor. a bunch of the cars electrics need 12v and a separate 12v is the best way to do it.

[@boostbogan]

"Diluted" 😂 I am stealing that one for sure

[@jamesblackley]

We’d ordered a GXL, went to view it yesterday, and the 2 seats in the boot changed our minds immediately. SO restrictive! Had to change to the Altitude to get the boot space we’d use.

[@orangejuicepony6881]

I was lining up for the 250 with the major price rise not sitting well but regardless still thought how good the 150 was for a growing family, surely this will be even better. When the dealer wanted huge amounts of deposit from me to keep a place in a queue and photos of the boot started showing up, plus the notion of the same 4 cyl and heavier car, then the lack of rear leg room and no sliding bench, it all started to fall apart from me. I wasn't paying $10k more, for less, and have to wait 12 months or more for the privilege. Needless to say a certain other V6 10 Speed now has my money and will arrive before Xmas complete with lifted remote res shocks, 33s from factory and a proper amount of legroom including generous boot space WITH the third row up.

[@-PORK-CHOP-]

That would be a Tremor ?

[@turbostyler]

@@-PORK-CHOP- Don't think the tremor comes with a third row lol... I reckon he's talking about the lexus gx.

[@alandaddydaycare200]

@@orangejuicepony6881 Everest?

[@manupulipra]

LC 300 😌

[@cybermatstrikes7557]

I think a 76 is the go now, the reduced fuel onboard, compromised boot and ad-blue and driver monitoring. My 120 seems to make more sense. Prado 250 seems to have lost its way as the great Aussie tourer.

[@pantoqwerty]

The 2 choices in my mind are the more agricultural 76 over the GX 250 or the GX 300 over the 250 Altitude depending on how much wealth you want to be parted from. The Everest seems reasonable but I don’t think I could bring myself to do it.

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

wish we had the utilitarian 76 wagons LC 300 GX in the U.S. all our wagons are more of a fully loaded 3 row luxury family school bus

[@ducksnuts1385]

IMHO from a 150 VX Owner who was looking to upgrade Positives - Looks great from the outside - Front dash and front seating area are excellent - Tech and screens look fantastic - 8 speed auto Negatives - Approx 10k + more expensive across the range - No gas struts for bonnet - 48 V mild hybrid adds complexity, and dubious benefits - Ad Blue addition and still has a DPF - Same carryover engine 2.8 L GD with no more power/torque - Seven seat set up is a backwards step with a much smaller amount of boot room/very high lip, plastic storage ‘box’ and lack of room for a fridge - Toyota says seats can’t be removed due to battery underneath - Weighs 250-300kg more - Cool box is much smaller than 150 on VX+ - Rear seats/2nd row don’t slide back-and-forth for more space - Only 2, 5 seat variants the GX and the altitude to avoid to limited boot space - Fuel tank is 110 L - less than 150 L from the Prado 150 - Smaller boot opening height than the 150 - no rear Diff lock in anything but the altitude - more models in old 150 have both - Payloads approx 100kg less than old 150’s - Stop start - Wheel not on the back, under car - Glove box and storage in the front is small I.e no sunglasses holder, storage above gearshift in cubby - Driver monitoring system annoyance - No space for a dual battery under bonnet -Sliding GVM kg, moves up and down depending on model grade. Previous Prado was fixed GVM for all models, with payload increasing as you went down the range with less kit.

[@Murrayhewitt1967]

@@ducksnuts1385 great review of the facts. I use my 2008 Prado with the seats out and in. That’s a major thing. I also have 180l Duel tank. The good news is that there are so many cheap land cruisers about. I was all primed for the new Prado. Adblue Mild Battery 2.8 wow. They must think we mugs. Judging by all the orders for the new Prado looks like Toyota made the right call or will people be like me and see the light !!!

[@neilfeakin2876]

Very good list of what seems backward. Interesting that the LC300 is about 200kg lighter than previous model but the Prado is now 200kg heavier. Prado now about same size and weight as LC300. Shame that LC300 is just so expensive and Lexus GX550 has such a limited range. My current 2016 GXL prado seems better than I thought prior to this launch (no DPF issues BTW and has been 100% reliable)

[@Murrayhewitt1967]

@@ducksnuts1385 that’s it. No sunglasses holder. No me buy.

[@tbillington]

@@ducksnuts1385 I can't believe they cheaped out by not including bonnet struts. Even my 15 year old 120 Prado has those.

[@flyboy330mps]

This is making me love my 2022 Fortuner heaps (which I ripped the back seats out of in the first week) light, powerful engine, simple

[@user-pp6kw6yl6z]

Land rover packaged the 48v system far better in the defender as they kept the spare on the rear door. If Toyota had done this it seems feasible that the boot would be flat as the 48v system could have sat below the boot floor level.

[@maxKporter]

The Land Rover Defender is not a body on frame car, it's a unibody just like a normal car and it doesn't have a solid rear axle. That means there is more floor space.

[@user-pp6kw6yl6z]

@maxKporter that is correct, but the space taken up by the prado spare wheel can't be overlooked. I am still trying to wrap my head around the decision to move the wheel underneath. I'm sure they had their reasons.

[@RyanProsser0]

@@user-pp6kw6yl6zrear glass opener - for the suburb cruisers Real off-road prado should have a rear wheel and ignore the split dual method tail

[@jerryfrench2981]

@@user-pp6kw6yl6z Cost me 7K to move the spare back to where it should be on my 300 for the Kaymar bar.

[@BattleScar09]

@@maxKporter I considered the new 110 version but too many faults for years and not worth the 150k AUD asking price

[@kmuinde]

lane assist, dmc, dpf, and auto stop/start are most annoying things we have to deal with in modern cars

[@nathansharma87]

I have never been more distracted than in new cars. They are constantly beeping at you and showing stupid symbols and messages. Been driving since I was 13 around 2002. Never had an accident. I got a company car and nearly crashed the first week because the screens changed colour, it started beeping loudly and a huge message popped up so my instinct was to read it....luckily I slammed on the brakes before rear ending someone. And that super important message? "You have been driving for more than one hour consider taking a break" and a coffee cup symbol

[@666DarDar]

I got to have a good look at a vx over here in NZ that a customer of mine just got about a week ago, he's a farmer and pretty much the first thing he did was take it off road into one of the paddocks his workers were cultivating, I had a look over it later that day. Noted most of the same things you did, loved the ease of servicability it seems the have, bu the 2 things that I wasn't too happy with were how the rear sway bar links are designed, right in the wheel well and will definitely get hammered especially in aussie conditions. (Lived in perth a while) The other thing is also to do with that rear wheel well, there's no real protection from mud and dirt off the rear tyre making it's way into the passengers cabin, if you have a look you'll see that the rear door seals are quite soft and don't have much crush. Even after 1 day off road it looked to me like dirt dust and mud will easily make it's way in. Again in dusty red dirt conditions 100% you'll get dust ingress into the passengers cabin section. Take it through some wet spots and you'll see straight away what I'm talking about. Otherwise seems like a decent truck.

[@zack.123.]

NZ versions suck even more. As all models come in 7 seater configuration only! No choice. Meaning you have to put up with that boot space and the folding seat adjustment.

[@Murrayhewitt1967]

@@666DarDar man that sucks. Sounds like they didn’t improved on it at all and Australia got some Frankenstein version. I’m avoiding for now. Will only consider a full hydrid without Adblue.

[@derJackistweg]

6:25 NOx! DPF and Adblue have nothing in common: DPF=> "particulate Filer". AdBlue => NOx neutralizing by chemicals. The MOST important thing on a modern diesel; in most parts of the world. Not so much in a desert, obviously. btw: AdBlue is actually a pretty genius thing, considering how simple it works.

[@YTPlayz331]

Over here in New Zealand, we got the same problems. However, we only get the 7 seater for now. Apparently, there bringing a 5-seater sometime next year. My parents were very keen at getting a new prado to replace my mum's mitsubishi truck. However, due to the stupid boot design, the limited demand, the blue liquid that you HAVE to fill up despite it being for US emissions not NZ ones and you cant start the car without it, low spec levels for NZ models so ours dont get half what the aussie get, plus the price of $105K which is $20K more then the old one yet doesn't drive any better or is any more comfortable. we ended up getting a slightly older Lexus LX as it was much better for the money, way more comfortable, actually has more features, and still capable offroad with feeling like a tractor, and was cheaper by $30K compared to the new prado

[@drivingsports]

The DMC also works with the Traffic Jam Assist hand’s free driving system. (Autonomous at speeds under 25 mph in traffic.) Makes sure you’re paying attention when hands free. Also that 60 Kg limit on the back is for that small little hatch. Not the full cargo area. In the US model you can’t do Tow/Haul mode and cruise control at the same time. I just drove a Hilux with the 2.8 and wish we could get that engine here in the USA.

[@brianhood9779]

We waited for recent release in NZ. Booked our test drive. Demo vehicle was 7 seater. We opened the boot and that was the end of our thoughts to replace our current 2021 Prado. Sales people said we could possibly get one sooner because there were quite a few cancelled orders. That was about 4 weeks ago. Like the car except for one very important space or should I say non-space.

[@PradoKakadu]

Thanks for the awesome review. Was totally shocked at how much space was taken up in the boot in all 5 models tho that 250mm height in the GXL, VX & Kakadu is ridiculous. Not to mention the adblue & loss of 150L fuel tank. These are some of the reasons I'm feeling very relieved that I bought one of the last brand new 2023 Kakadu's in May this year as I didn't like the look of the new FJ looking Prado either. I think once people realise all the negatives with this newer model the 150 series Prado's are going to hold their value like nothing else.

[@ShoeysAdventures]

An absolute step backward from the 150, cant imagine buying one of these unfortunatly.

[@johnfitzgerald5158]

Brad at TrailRecon already clarified the 60 kg issue is only for that little rear storage compartment, not the battery platform.

[@brkbtjunkie]

The car care nut disagrees.

[@Zomsky]

I was absolutely dumbfounded when I saw this in person today. I just can’t believe anyone at Toyota thought it was even remotely ok to dish up that rear cargo space. Imagine being one of the sheep who’s dropped a deposit on one of these unseen, only to walk in to the dealer and open the tailgate. Overall, it feel tinny too, bonnet and doors feel light. Some really dodgy plastic trims interior and exterior too.

[@billybob1511]

The sheep can simply request their deposit back! 12 to 24 month wait according to some dealers in South East QLD so the dealer can pass the cancelled order onto the next person!

[@PatrickRich]

The 60kg limit is only for the tiny bit of board over the storage cubby, not the entire floor area. This was confirmed by Toyota for our Land Cruisers in the USDM.

[@ernishant13]

But then if something breaks how will we say cover under warranty and they say because you crossed limit of 60kg

[@Saphire0437]

​@ernishant13 how will they prove you've gone over 60kg if there's no damage?

[@aristoioannidis7490]

The lack of disclosure from Toyota and their dealers on the release of the 250 speaks volumes. The whole rear area has a 60kg limit period! Get a release from your Oncologist just in case you fry your nuts when seated in the rear.

[@eamon1648]

​@@ernishant13 it's only the plastic lid. If it breaks it won't be a warranty claim and it'll be a cheap eBay purchase to replace it.

[@spudboy1328]

I'd be looking at a base level 300 instead of any of those. More power. More gears. Better towing ability. No 48v crap. No AdBlue crap. By the time you spend $90K on a Prado, you might as well spend $100K on a 300. (note - prices are just a wild guess - but the differential between the two isn't going to be all that much).

[@shevilwow3396]

$75k vs $100k

[@rarekid740]

Australia's aversion to petrol is baffling to me. My ideal config would be the 2.4l turbo petrol, more power, more boot space, no dpf or adblue. Would be cheaper too

[@primalfitness5918]

why is 48v crap? (I'm considering it for an upcoming dusal battery setup). cheers

[@ducksnuts1385]

@@rarekid740 2.4turbo hybrid will come in over the next few years - as will 5 seat options for all variants given the negative feedback

[@petero1]

Better touring range? They both have 110l fuel tank

[@jimmyfoulds1]

250 series has been here in NZ now for the past month & we drove one a couple of weeks ago- boot configuration in the 7 seater with the 3rd row folded down is a massive drawback, just not enough space. Going to stick with my 2005 120 series- put the 3rd row of seeds in the the odd occasion we need them, otherwise rip them out & use the space on long trips.

[@getkedar1]

Glad, i bought the last of 150s, Jan 2024🎉

[@stevezodiac575]

Peak Prado!

[@maddawg9116]

Wow 100k vehicle comes with some K-mart plastic tubs.. Toyota is taking their loyal fans for the piss.

[@jamesarmstrong5468]

Toyota have been taking the piss for at least 10 years now so that's no surprise

[@mshan77]

We had our name down for a VX - having put down a deposit back in Sept 23 and were due to get the car in early December. We ended up changing the contract a month back over to the Altitude, as the terrible colour choices in VX - meant we were taking an all black car as the best of a bad bunch and it felt a compromise. I suspect many people will now switch over to the Altitude given that 7seat/poor boot design. Where that places ourselves and everyone else in the queue will be interesting. It may actually be better to wait a year or two anyway for any issues to be identified and ironed out.

[@IamNickBell]

I am about to cancel my December 2024 delivery of my Prado VX and have now picked up a 300 VX

[@paulvictor9368]

I think you made a very good decision.

[@IamNickBell]

@ 100% agree

[@VMVarge]

Great move, love my VX. That 2.8l engine is a disgrace

[@rob7385]

Sorry fellas but a y62 warrior would blow the door of both of them in every way possible, go drive one you’ll be impressed

[@atillae4433]

I think I’ll cancle my order too and bought a 300

[@dazaspc]

Firewall passenger side battery is a good thing IMO. Smoother ride for it, better weight distribution with it inside the wheel base, It should help these new lead acid battery's we get now last a bit longer. I remember my old BJ40 used to shake a battery apart every 2 years like clockwork.. The fix was to place it right out the front on the Bull Bar. Only one problem was I lost 3 battery's and not due to them being mounted incorrectly. I eventually fixed that problem and it was to give the thief my battery charger. LOL He never took my battery again.

[@coreydark8795]

Toyota needs to kill off the 48V and have it as an optional extra. Most won't want it.

[@primalfitness5918]

why's that mate? (I'm considering 48v for an upcoming dual battery setup). Cheers

[@neilfeakin2876]

Yes - or perhaps import a UK version

[@steveharris5097]

Just ordered the altitude. I know it’s expensive but it’s got all the tech and comfort. To be honest i could have just got the gx but thats what i got when i bought my 200 back in 2015. Then i spent about $50000 on it to make it look,sound and perform better. I’m over all the modification stuff now and just wanted something standard that i could comfortably drive anywhere. Just my thoughts.

[@TassieTroutGuy]

Agreed. I have an Altitude with my name on it at my local dealer- have checked it out already. Will decide after a test drive. Hate the boot in the GXL, VX, and Kakadu!

[@pavansai9066]

Can you tell me the waiting period for prado. Because many people are saying that prado’s are in high demand and tough to get hands on one

[@steveharris5097]

@@pavansai9066 Six months.

[@thegrth]

Totally agree on the boot. Saw one at my local dealer and the space with that box and the 3rd row is ridiculous

[@l2andom]

I cancelled my VX order and picked up a 300. I know a big jump in price but the space usability in the car was a big factor. Also no Adblue/DEF to worry about. Edit to add that if I got a Prado in the future it'd be the GX.

[@ant208]

Prado second row space looks like my hilux

[@paulvictor9368]

I think you made a very wise decision.

[@pantoqwerty]

I’m thinking of saving my pennies for the GX 300.

[@mozartheart2958]

Why the 300 does not have AdBlue? Shouldn't all modern diesel engine come with Adblue?

[@audionut9974]

@@mozartheart2958 old car now if a new model was to replace it will need adblue

[@Shuriath.]

Thanks for this amazing video. I have my altitude dusty bronze coming in feb. I can’t wait.

[@Khaos_1325]

82k for a GX that does not even come with a locker, that's a basic feature now a days. I am in the states at the moment and every model comes with a locker even the base, its also only slightly more expensive than the GX in Aus and has a newer modern petrol hybrid. Toyota is tacking the piss, ill pass.

[@angusmcfadzeanh2707]

72

[@Khaos_1325]

​@@angusmcfadzeanh2707 Media listed it at 72k but the Toyota site has it at 82k

[@jeffreygr1]

@@Khaos_1325 I think media price is before on roads-GX on road in QLD is $82

[@timwu5934]

I am going for GWM tank 500. Lots of car for the money. Long proven reliability in China, super luxurious. Proper off-roader.

[@fishstixfishingadventures]

Great work, who would have thought it! Thanks for posting again.

[@than3761]

It took 15 years for Toyota to redesign the Prado and someone forgot they need to carry a big battery in the boot. Add a plastic box that looks cheaper than the boxes you buy from Temu.

[@cyclemoto8744]

Holding onto my pre DPF 76 series becomes more and more appealing everytime a new vehicle is released with the exception of the Grenadier (but I don't do 1st generation vehicles so that's out of the question for now)

[@krh007]

$82k starting price for a GX (no doubt they will be more when they actually arrive at the dealers). Comes without diff lockers and the same 2.8L engine as in a 4 yr old Fortuner which has a rear diff locker. This new Prado has been pitched as a city dweller runabout shopping car to cart the kids to school & sports etc and not as an offroader. They are trying to sell upsell you into a 300 for that purpose. You would be far better off spending money on your existing 120/150 Prado to upgrade/customise it as required for your lifestyle. For instance our Prado has E-lockers front & rear and many other mods to make it a beast for all round duties. Many shops doing engine rebuilds/swaps these days if your engine is tired. Same goes for Trans & diffs & transfer cases etc. The biggest issue with so much more electronics crammed into these new models they are becomming so much not suitable for offroading as to much risk of an error code popping up leaving you stranded in the bush. Always wise to offroad on a non complex 4WD

[@JasonShepherd_01]

Ad-blue is to reduce NOX emissions, DPF to reduce particulate emissions.

[@mortyoreilly]

In the USA the base model comes standard with centre and rear differential locks. Here you have to spend another $20k over the GX for the Altitude. Just give me a modernised 100 series. Similar size to the Prado but better architecture, fold down tailgate, removable third row seats, optional front and rear locks and 120l fuel capacity.

[@nathansharma87]

Yeah mate nail on the head. 300 was and is a value disappointment. You know they removed the fold down armrests and auto wipers from the GXL 300! It's a $100k car! No split tailgate. Back seats no better than a Ute. And they cost a fortune. And of course, ad blue, the same 2.8 in everything. I always loved Toyota's. I held them the highest. But they stopped making anything I liked years ago.

[@asaad1022]

We already got this car a few months back, and I saw many people reporting issues with the fuel system online.

[@obs2746]

I’m so glad I bought a Y62 Patrol. Bigger, stronger, more space, better quality, leather, V8 etc. 15k cheaper than the gxl and 40k less than a 300.

[@coolthew42]

I wish we could get the 2.8l diesel hybrid here in the States. also wish they'd just call it the Prado over here.

[@EdMiller-2016]

Could care less what they call it...but the diesel option would be nice. Problem is diesel engines just don't sell all that well here so no chance we'll get it.

[@brandonangelodiaz8854]

Glad you still have several trims available there..here in the Philippines, we only get one, and it is a 2.4L gas, 7-seats non hybrid, ‘62 version with three available colors and in mono tone only.

[@danielscott4340]

In the USA this past week. Saw one driving tonight I like the look of them obviously didn’t see inside it. But look quiet nice

[@fitsbest]

Toyota have told me my Kakadu is on the dock. 2 weeks until delivery. I have asked about the rear seats being removed in it and they said it will "likely" void the warranty. So im thinking about downgrading to the Altitude. This will mean i go to the back of the queue. likely 6-8 month wait! Can believe they have cocked this up sop much!

[@barryw5911]

You have me mildly interested,BUT definitely GX 5 seater!

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

They need ad-blue to meet Euro 6 emissions because a DPF isn’t enough any more. Nice to see they have caught up to the 2004 Ford Territory with the separate tailgate window opening. I’ve owned a couple of Territories and it was a brilliant feature. That 3rd row is a disaster, talk about looking like an afterthought. I was pretty keen on the new Prado but I’ll probably stick with my Land Cruiser.

[@pantoqwerty]

Altitudes in the 150 also had the separate window opening, they just aren’t as common as they ditch the rear wheel and drop 63L of fuel capacity

[@ianmacdougall9178]

We’re looking at it as a daily and a tow vehicle. Keeping my hilux for off-road. Therefore we are keen on a 7 seater as well be able to ferry the kids and their friends around town but still have the ability to do some touring with a caravan in 5-seat mode.

[@Gulf-Delta]

There are too many CONs/downgrades over my current VX Prado for me to even consider it at this price. I'm sure new Prado owners will love it because they don't know what they are missing out on. Let's hope they rethink things for version 2...I have plenty of time to wait.

[@Murrayhewitt1967]

@@Gulf-Delta Yep. That’s my view. Let the heat die down. In a couple of years may have a few more Prado options. Like full hybrid and large engine for towing. And no bloody Adblue.

[@anthonygenovese7578]

Love the 3rd row seats in my discovery 4. They fold completely flush with the floor. Anyway this new Prado is a very nice looking car, still stick with my pre 2017 land rovers for now, as someone who doesn't mind doing mechanical work it's completely fine with me

[@dawievandermerwe4868]

In South Africa we get the TX. That’s the one to get. 7 seats and the boot is level with the trim at the boot latch. We @nomadicgear has done a 3rd row seat delete with boot platform and access to the massive cavity underneath.

[@Xale-yt]

Is it 1GD non 48v hybrid?

[@dawievandermerwe4868]

@@Xale-yt it is a 2.8GD6 auto. Non hybrid.

[@glennhenson4434]

Dpf lowers particulate emissions where as ad blue reduces nox emissions. So both are necessary to meet new environmental regs

[@Taktko]

Would choose the grenedier

[@BattleScar09]

@@Taktko price point tips it over the scale for me and ongoing issues, also they just lost their seat manufacturer Ricardo so huge backlog of orders globally at the moment

[@caldz4392]

Cancelling my GXL tomorrow!!

[@deuscartel]

DPF & AdBlue will be to qualify for Euro 6 emission standards which come into full effect Jan 26. “The Federal Government will require all new cars, SUVs and light commercial vehicles - which encompasses most utes and vans - introduced to Australia from December 2025 to meet Euro 6d standards”

[@paulbarry1044]

Its just like the LC200 and the newer LC300,middle seats dont slide,fuel tank smaller,no split tailgate,split sun visor gone,smaller in many areas.Just glad we picked up one of the last LC200s.What were they thinking?

[@tareskisloki8579]

Honestly, take budget out of the equation, the only one I like is the Lexus Overtrail, great engine, great interior, all the tech and no intrusive compartment in the rear.

[@BattleScar09]

@@tareskisloki8579 and only 6 month wait for the OT, that’s why we decided on the GX 550

[@KabirDhupelia]

The new fortuner also has the auto closing tailgate with the incredibly loud beeping. Don’t you think that’s going to be the worst thing ever for camping? I can’t imagine that noise in the bush

[@DW-10]

That battery placement is a massive design compromise. It looks like an after thought. I'm surprised that it got past the initial spitballing concept stage. It would be bad if the vehicle was a proper hybrid. To have that level of "cheap after thought" finish for the token gesture 48v system is a bit of a joke.

[@stevenward5928]

There is just the 2 of us. Our GX delivered to dealer last week, pick up next week. Based on your review, happy didn't pay the extra for the GXL

[@eyeonthepie]

Makes me even more happier with the Fortuner

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

2:22 not as bad as the fold down 3rd row in the U.S sequoia TRD pro which Toyota thinks is our best , at LC300VX prices

[@stevezodiac575]

So many issues, and you didn't even mention the reduction in fuel capacity. I'm calling the 150 'Peak Prado'. And some will even say 150 pre DPF (1KD) was the peak.

[@cootha8631]

The 2008-2009 120 1KD Prado is the peak prado. Will never be bettered.

[@svein-haraldribland8559]

120 the worst, and 150 the second worst.

[@serif_frm]

@@cootha8631 Agreed, I loved my 120...

[@stevezodiac575]

@@svein-haraldribland8559 🤣

[@stevezodiac575]

@@cootha8631 I'd take a 120 over the 250, and any other 4WD. And I'd take the 180 litre fuel tank over the 150's 150 litre. It's a close call, but I still prefer the 150. I'm still undecided about the 1GD over the 1KD - although I listen to Anthony with keen interest!

[@brodymcaleese8585]

If i had the money the gx would be my pick of the bunch

[@warboyrb]

Exactly. And spend that 20k+ saved from the Altitude on some serious kit.

[@ant208]

No locker, just get a cheaper wagon

[@arttilldawn155]

I drove the GX today and it's my pick. Annoying though no electric seats and clothe trim

[@MattBlack6]

LOL. Those back seats fold exactly the same as my 80 series seats.

[@robertparsons3143]

What if, they put the spare on the rear again, instead of underneath and use that space for the 48v system? Now there's a thought. Non obtrusive and can still fit 7 people or more than 60kg in the boot.

[@gavinsmith28]

Strange Australia’s waiting for these for so long - lots on the road here in South Africa

[@brettchattaway5242]

What are people thinking of them over there mate , I have a 150 Prado and love it ,after having a 75 series troopy for 12 years which I loved as well. I don’t mind the new one

[@nathansharma87]

Australia is Landcruisers biggest market but they know Aussies will buy anything badged Landcruiser. Morons like me. So we get it last, after America (who it was actually designed for not us this time). After England had it released even. And of course we get price gouged and, we don't even get the cool headlight option.

[@gavinsmith28]

@ I’m not convinced personally- I’d pick up a late model 200 or even a 300 rather…. But they’re selling like hot cakes here.

[@Millaneraymond]

I’m interested to see the longevity of these stop start diesel engines, I know diesel engines are built to run for long periods and idle perfectly, I’ve always been told that to not always drive my hilux to the shops and back and try and keep the engine running as long as possible

[@Rocketrooster177]

Whats the 48V battery for, it it a Hybrid?

[@veneratedmortal4369]

Tow haul will hold more rpm and also the important bit keep the torque converter locked. Well, that's what my ranger does in sports mode anyway.

[@MC-BigCara]

My lease on my Everest runs out in 2 years and I was going to swap to the new prado, but this looks like a step back

[@Andy-s1t6r]

I checked out the GXL at a local dealership. For off roading or travelling purposes a little disappointing for the reason you highlighted. Am considering the Altitude for sway-bar and diff locker options. Other options appear to be your typical suburban vehicle, with potential for interstate driving on the east coast. For long distance touring and off roading still prefer 76.

[@garytai9585]

All 7 seaters in NZ. Off roading is my second priority therefore I ordered GXL for same practicality while lower cost. I look forward to after market fix when I need more rear space, drawers etc.

[@jfstyle11]

Should be able to order gel and adventure as 5 seater next month

[@garytai9585]

@ That will be great news for me. However, I suspect NZ will follow Australia with cloth trim GX and Adventure(Altitude).

[@arefeshghi]

Regarding the front diff lock: It seems that Toyota is depending on A-Trac to do that work. Overall, the issue with the boot is a deal breaker, at least for me. I didn't know the one in Australia will come with a battery!

[@dannyt450]

These Prado’s have been in showrooms for a couple of weeks now “In Victoria, just can’t test drive yet” but you can sit in them etc, so I don’t get vloggers etc stating they can’t see the car yet..

[@junewynecafe86]

Hi Ronny, i have a question regarding your LC76, have you done GVM upgrade and rear track correction? I hope you could do a full video of the mods you have done with your LC76 and breakdown of the cost. All the best mate!

[@aron2199]

The second row seat set up is like Prado 120; battery further back is not a bad idea for weight distribution- 20kg rear of axle is always better -

[@garytai9585]

Thanks Ronny for these details. Toyota really should do better on 7 seater rear aesthetic. It actually could look better without the storage thing. ONE note that the height of the box is actually like 21cm instead of 25cm.

[@netsiteing]

had great expectations for Series 250 but Toyota didn’t delivery on space and usability beyond the front row and some of the looks … crap interior space and seating in 2nd and 3rd rows … how could they get this so wrong after years of potential mocks ups and feedback?

[@Marks.Reviews]

In regards to that 60kg limit in the back of the GX and Altitude, the US version also has a weight limit. The US version’s weight limit is in reference to the storage area’s lid(board), not the battery area. It also appears for our Aussie version, that 60kg weight limit is also referring to the storage area’s lid(board) and not the battery area. Don’t go sitting on that area with your legs hanging over the bumper which many have done in the past with wagons. I have always wondered where Toyota would put that 48 volt battery after seeing the reviews of the system on the Hilux which has it under the rear seat. Now that l have seen the storage design for the 7 seater, my heart which has been on the Altitude grade in the past, is now even more so. Also GX is now looking more interesting. I can now see why the US didn’t go for a 7 seat option with their hybrid only models. They most likely would have ended up with a similar storage design, for the third seat and battery. Altitude would be the most capable and safest grade, thanks to lock diff, sway bar disconnect and HUD (which helps keep your eyes more on the road). Also I’d be interested to know if the 48v battery on the Prado, is the same capacity as the Hilux?

[@bryanbluhm305]

Does this mean there’s no rear differential lock or sway bar disconnect in Kakadu?

[@BattleScar09]

I would get the GX 550 (Lexus) best of the bunch! 😊

[@user-yl9vs9eh1w]

It absolutely is, but for Australia, even if you put long-range tank into it, it's just not the greatest touring range. It's ideal car for West US with gas pump right before trail start. You've seen the issues Grenadier had with range, and GX is thirstier. And there isn't that much space for bigger long-range tank than +/- 60 additional litres. Still, the GX is like clear winner. E-KDSS at half the cost of 300 GR (the only 300-series with KDSS), V6TT, cohesive looks (550 was designed first, 250 just chopped the front&back from it)

[@AeroDr]

The 60kg load limit is for the lid of the box near the boot lip, not the whole floor

[@xhede]

So can you still pull the 3rd row seats out and put in draws etc?

[@AD-dx7lr]

I read somewhere that if you pull out the seats, you'll void the warranty. Not sure if it's true though.

[@leoalexander7729]

Was thinking of getting the new Altitude but at the price I’m getting a gxl 300 instead and that boot. What a joke.

[@philg2468]

Compare it to a 2.8L auto GXL Troopy for outback travel - Troopy has 1200kg payload, 180L fuel tanks, twin lockers - absolute no-brainer - way better than the Prado if you don't mind the basic features. Previous Prados were good for outback travel but not this one.

[@silaslai5913]

Know Sir what Y said Just keep Fj 62 & 4 WD TR less pain

[@v745ti]

At least you guys are getting the 7 seat variants. US only gets 5 seaters.

[@rogerkingnz]

Toyota NZ have listened to feedback and are now bringing in 2 five seat models. I had the 7 seat model ordered now changed to 5 seat model afer the dealer called me. He saw how disappointed I was when I saw the back during the demo drive.

[@sumertak7665]

Which dealership did you book from, I would like to change mine to 5 seater?

[@rogerkingnz]

Ilam Toyota in Christchurch​@@sumertak7665

[@MultiShizmo]

Very close to getting the gxl, but with those seats, maybe I should go the gx. I dunno maybe I should just get a 150 with 50k on it.

[@swerwik]

In Czech Republick (EU) we are lucky - pure 2,8 Diesel, no baterry, maybe engine outuput is not so high, but its not race car. And turnk i HUGE.

[@user-yl9vs9eh1w]

in Slovakia, only the top model (Executive, since First Edition is gone) has Sway Bar Disconnect, which is absurd given in LC 150 top 4 trims had KDSS. Toyota Europe plans to introduce the Mild Hybrid in 2026 I think for 250.

[@malcolmwhiteman8689]

I had a look at these last week and have decided If I were to get one it would be the GX, not really commited though due to the AdBlue

[@jamesh7395]

I was keen until I discovered it had the same old motor, just with a token "mild hybrid"... What we really need here is the petrol hybrid they have in the US - power, economy, and I assume range with a decent size tank.

[@postboer66]

The 7 seater about the same luggage space as mine Citroen c1 that's a bummer.

[@JulietHotelFoxtrot]

Uncannily similar to my 2024 Tacoma -- though it has some uprated trim. Even though the engine is different on that prado, it looks surprisingly familiar in arrangement to the Tacoma.

[@CraigG21]

Those Australian Prado’s are branded Land Cruiser here in the USA.

[@ToranaA9X308]

Landcruiser prado here same thing