Toyota Prado 2025 review: Does the new LandCruiser 250 Series live up to the 4WD legend?

[@GTremor-t7g]

Sadly I canceled my allocated order for the Altitude and got my deposit back. Once the specs came through I realised that I couldn’t tow our 2.8 T van. After calculating our weights with no aftermarket extras we were over the payload. Toyota said a GVM Upgrade could effect the warranty. To much money not to have peace of mind. Ordered the Ford Everest Tremor with all the off road extras, 100kg more payload, more power, all covered by warranty. And happily 20,000 cheaper 😊

[@thelonewolf666]

if your towing 3t you need a ram or large vehicle----not everest

[@dutchie7302]

Have just returned from six months travelling around Aus in our new gen Everest Sport towing a 2.5t dual axle pop top. It was an absolute beast with zero problems and returned 15lt/100. Had a Prado (which was a great car) before the Everest and the Everest beats it hands down. Enjoy the Tremor.

[@craigdavid6668]

You’ll need that warranty.

[@GTremor-t7g]

@ Hopefully with the NGen R&D we won’t need it to much 🙏

[@BaronvonOldenbiker]

Yeah, Toyota has shot themselves in the foot with their outrageous pricing. There are lots of better cars out there for less money. A good example is the Isuzu MUX.

[@scottchin3582]

Until now I have not seen a single review is fair and honest! Everyone is praising the new Prado! I feel so disappointed that no one is dare to say any short fall of it!

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

The same thing happened when the 300 Land Cruiser was released. Even the scripts were the same.

[@brianmaclennan561]

They won't, that's the problem with "journalism" these days.

[@Daytona53]

CarExpert pointed out a couple flaws.

[@Mark-br9vu]

I love how it now comes fully loaded, even the cargo area.

[@andrewmihaleff]

Brilliant 👏🏼

[@MrBothata]

🤣

[@jasonwishart6800]

make a GX without the 48v system and give it a bigger payload with larger fuel tank and I 'might' consider upgrading my 150.

[@scottcox8559]

Yes, it looks good, but surely they could have given it the GR hilux level of tune. The fact it is slower than the old one, is not good enough.

[@LIFEat110]

“Fit for purpose” what a lie! The payload is absolutely unacceptable.

[@OGTimeBandit]

I accept it.

[@peternguyen3704]

2:29 am I the only one who likes the circular headlights that America has more?

[@bertiebeetle525]

150 owner here. I had a 250 GXL on order, but cancelled as soon as I saw the ridiculous boot layout in person. It is truly dreadful as you lose so much space and the lip is stupidly high. I wouldn’t even be able to open my car fridge in situ. Why doesn’t Toyota release a 5 seat version of the GXL? Not everyone needs 7 seats. I was not prepared to fork out the extra $13k for the 5 seat Altitude and the GX misses a lot of important kit.

[@orangejuicepony6881]

Same, I have a V6 Tremor arriving at Xmas, don't think I'll miss the Prado.

[@BaronvonOldenbiker]

There's already an Aussie company doing a low floor conversion. I saw a video of their work on KZbin, and it was very impressive.

[@cipher233]

i had a test ride, it rides like a city SUV, but the practicalty is missing. The middle seats dont move, theres no storage with 7 seats. i'll keep my 150 coz i'm not buying it for a 12 inch screen only, which costs another 10K

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

Did you really say well priced? Jesus mate being a jurno must pay very well. 😂

[@TamborineTV]

looks like Daddy Toyota has given the green light for media release. Literally every ‘journalist’ has dropped a prado video.

[@craigdavid6668]

And? That’s literally the case with every newly released vehicle, Karen.

[@nathansharma87]

Called an embargo

[@dannychhokar8021]

Bought my last week kakadu, love it !!!!!!!

[@elix9099]

Bro people complaining about the 7 seats get what they deserve. If you’re buying a vx or Kakadu why are you even buying this car lol. The GX and altitude are the real deal here

[@robstone4537]

The boot is a bit of a deal breaker. I think when Toyota finally comes to their senses and releases a 5 door Kakadu I will buy one.

[@johnleepassport]

If you have a look at Carsales Australia, 150 series Prado price skyrocket compared to new model 250. What ajoke ! Toyota may rethink about Australia model… anyway I cancelled my VX after seeing in a person and even I am happy after dealership charge me $1000 for restocking… 😮😮

[@meredith18352]

Yes, lets completely compromise the boot space for a vehicle you wouldn't want to put 7 people in anyway! What the heck? My 4 year old 150 series GXL with leather interior was only $65K and still has less than 130K on the odometer, I think I might keep it for a while longer. I honestly can't believe that this one is even SLOWER than what I have and I kind of appreciate the 1500 plus kms i get out of my 150L fuel tank.

[@leoalexander7729]

The fact that the majority of the Prado customer base are families and with the 7 seat layout that Toyota Australia thought would be okay to release it with is completely ridiculous. Toyota Australia need to do better and I wouldn’t be surprised if the Prado comes out with a refreshed model much sooner than expected.

[@kdogauch]

Why didn’t Toyota Australia get the 600nm non-hybrid diesel that Toyota Switzerland chose? More power, more boot space, more engine bay space, less weight, more payload.

[@johnleepassport]

People in Australia ready to buy anything under Toyota badge, but this time Toyota going to rethink about that, because of the cancellation numbers still climbing up, including my one …Toyota cheated Australian market with mild hybrid , payload, third row seat disaster etc…😢

[@crabbcorner]

The reason is Chris Bowen, Emissions restrictions and tax. Simple. They had no choice.

[@MonsterHunterDDD]

Toyota has fallen

[@BaronvonOldenbiker]

Does the GX & GXL have rubber floor mats, or do you really mean a vinyl floor. I personally like an off-road vehicle fitted with a vinyl floor instead of carpet as it's much better to live with. A quick wipe over with a shammy is all that's needed for it to look like new again.

[@RowanGontier]

Love the Ace Ventura impression.

[@ryanhotrod5416]

Rear leg room issues for 6 plus footers is still an issue.

[@Zdiri281]

much better than j300😂

[@Oddone64]

Looks like a Landrover with that ‘boxy’ look.

[@ricecrash5225]

The price on these will drop in my opinion. Lots of people / dealers trying to sell above RRP and people aren’t biting.

[@johnleepassport]

I cancelled my VX after seeing in person, third row disaster and salesman haven’t any clue regarding payload etc… totally disappointed as 7 seater user.. never recommend this model Prado … and 150 Prado in Australia Carsales price will tell you everything 😂😂😂

[@stev_n]

The price of a luxury car with the features of a basic car😂😂😂

[@rickb314]

Toyota... Oh What A Feeling... of getting ripped off!

[@curlzbean]

That engine? They could have and should have done better

[@craigdavid6668]

So you got knocked back on financing one, got it.

[@dutchie7302]

@@craigdavid6668 Not too sure how you got to that conclusion? I think he mentioned a sub-standard engine match and it would seem a lot of people agree???

[@kdogauch]

They did. There is a 600nm Non-hybrid diesel in Switzerland. Toyota Australia simply decided to not get it. I guess they want to push off-road customers up to the 300. City folks will buy this and never realize it isn’t suitable for longer outback expeditions. So, it’s positioned for city use and near-city camping.

[@nickfelstead7559]

I'm not a fan of Toyota interiors, but this actually looks decent

[@joepan6616]

Might as well get a tank 500 instead

[@yslee1401]

GWM Tank is also known as a Temu Prado

[@mitchr1109]

Could we do a direct comparison with the Everest and GX500?

[@carsguide]

Thanks for the suggestion. At this stage, we don't have such a comparison, as we're more likely to put the new Prado up against the Everest, given they're in the same mainstream segment.

[@brianmaclennan561]

Swing an a miss, Y62 for the win, again! 😅

[@BaronvonOldenbiker]

Y62 would be my choice as well.

[@netsiteing]

we disagree ... third row isn't an improvement because it's compromised by lack of movement of second row, and feet/legs are not as well positioned as Series 150 offered

[@SahanSerasinghe]

Had one on order and I’m glad I cancelled it.

[@jamesdowning1798]

Good luck getting any more than 2,000 K's on a full tank of AdBlue when towing a heavy load. This car is a disaster !

[@marklaurendet1861]

I dont think this is targeted at the old towing market. The smaller fuel capacity will be a real problem compared to the older models. From looking at the boot options, wondering who the target market is ?

[@michaela2564]

It’s a 4cyl 300 series

[@whackyworld-ds5yu]

What is in the air down under? All this whining from people who've been lapping up the toyota recipe since time immemorial. 1) toyota is a value not luxury brand. Expect intentionally underpowered simple powertrains, cheap hardwearing components like interior plastics and outdated technology. They are the kings of constraint for the sake of reliability and longevity. 2) Its 2024 everything is overpriced, who are they not to appropriately position their pricing according to the market. Yes there is a premium for that badge but it's not the end of the world. 3) Your country is seriously regulated, a blessing and a curse. That battery has to be there for the mild hybrid technology (if we can even call it that) as well as the swarm of safety features to pass regulation now and far into the future. Unfortunately this ramps up weight, pricing and complexity. Maybe just continue to buy Toyotas in astounding numbers quietly, find aftermarket solutions for the boot as you've always done with all other toyota shortcomings. They are still as reliable as ever, dont kid yourselves. Once they sort out a few teething problems as expected they'll run forever. If they can endure Africa's potholed roads with dirty fuel, cheap knockoff parts, minimal service all while overloaded 2 to 3 times if not more what they are rated at and still outperform most things on the road they'll be more than manageable in Australia.

[@rickb314]

And that's the thing, you never buy the first model of a new car! There'll always be teething problems, they'll fix things and add things based on customer feedback... you always wait for the mid-life update! Early adopters will pay the price!

[@toejoe5076]

Gutless engine.

[@jarahkaren8074]

You didn't mention the 60kg weight limit on the floor when you have seats flat. I'm disappointed with the storage loss, the awkward boot restrictions & shape, and the weight limit. No doubt dealers will say you can exceed it, but also, no doubt, if you exceed it and do damage to what is below, your warranty will not cover it. Annyoying.

[@davefembock7545]

the 60kg only relates to the plastic box, not the floor where the battery is.

[@Barra.The.World.]

Looks more like a bloody FJ CRUISER

[@ChilliChadd]

Can't half tell this guy's a Toyota fanboy

[@Aetisdios]

Engine too small. Specs are rubbish for the price. Pitty had high hopes

[@whatthe6532]

Rear seat space is rubbish. More room in a VW Tiguan.

[@kwesikwaa]

the j150 design was better. they just needed to add this new dashboard n infotainment. that is all

[@silvertad3833]

Body on frame is not a reason why the back seat should be higher, BS, so may body on frames with seats leveled

[@careyreid8473]

It's due to the spare tyre underneath and the 48v battery space but the battery space is also oversized due to enough space for a full hybrid battery in the petrol hybrid variants over seas

[@philross1680]

I ordered a 250 series GXL and sold my 150 series VX in readiness for the arrival of the new model. Based on what I am seeing and reading I am now sorry I did as I don’t think I’ll be going forward with my order as there appears to be a lot of negativity especially of what has happened with the boot space. I did entertain the idea of a 5 seat GX but with the lack of features cloth trim and polyurethane steering wheel to name a few I think I will pass.

[@rickb314]

Never, ever buy the first model of a new car! It's a Golden Rule. There'll always be bugs to iron out and changes to be made based on customer feedback. Always wait for the updated model!

[@alfredneuman6488]

What, over weight, over priced, under powered and a tiny boot space... Yes it's got it all.

[@ganeshbade1307]

No tpms 😮 in india even 10k buks vehicle has it .

[@philtaylor4183]

Very ugly

[@Aikynbreusov]

Hahaha....nice Scottish highlander legs