Is the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser 1958 A BETTER new SUV than a 2025 4Runner?

[@JohnSmith-lc8mp]

Man i wish 7 inches was still king! You are right, ppl be wanting that 12 nowadays. 😂

[@RaitisRides]

You are hilarious

[@ZepG]

It's not the size of the screen that matters, It's how you view it!

[@showmemorefunthings9208]

I heard only 3 or 4 inches is usable at any given time

[@Skwid-Lives]

That’s what she said

[@LuisUrbieta]

Joe, I love the Toyota Land Cruiser 1958 Edition & I think this is the Apostle to the Off-road SUV's.

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that I could share it with you Luis

[@LuisUrbieta]

@@RaitisRides Thank you so much.

[@omarcortes5754]

Love the retro "vibe" design of the Land Cruiser, especially that boxy shape. I think this time I prefer this over the 4Runner.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts Omar

[@C.C._TJ_Jason]

I was waiting for a Grand Highlander, ended up buying a LC 1958 this weekend! Love it.

[@zachyoung1987]

the price is crazy for what you're getting cloth seats, infotainment take 7-10k off then okay

[@emelino]

That’s called the 4Runner

[@RobinmattJ]

+ no power lift gate... all that to make the land cruiser trim the "better" deal

[@georgedixon9863]

I think the price is great

[@TacticalStrudel]

@@RobinmattJI hate power lift gates. I’d pay to delete that option on the nicer trims.

[@_Nickstein]

@@emelinowhich is an upgrade compared to this and it’s cheaper

[@robertoling7708]

Off-road test? Damn! You’re bold Raiti!

[@RaitisRides]

I’m not messing around

[@harleypasiderio8315]

That white color really makes it look like your standard UN / Peacekeeper SUV.

[@weirdshibainu]

For a 4 banger, that thing is fast. Darn smooth off road as well.

[@davonne225]

love that boxy shape. Just like the original models

[@ericschmidt1987]

Haha baseball reference was brilliant. Best one he’s made thus far

[@s_t102]

Here in Eastern Europe we have 2.8 liter turbo diesel Land Cruiser Prado, economical and powerful.

[@vindevhunta4905]

Toyota did it again .. Nice boxy design ... 4runner is awesome but I'm going for the CRUISER

[@RaitisRides]

You are not the first to say that

[@alwayne5932]

Yeah u right 👍🏾..lots of them to choose from 😁

[@providentpathfinders219]

the majority of the ladcruisers existence has not been with a v8

[@alwayne5932]

@@providentpathfinders219 🤷🏾‍♂️..well that’s because not too much body’s is doing V8’s anymore man..we got to get with the program…even a lot of the big 3️⃣’s doing it now since the Legendary Toyota starts setting the trend 😁

[@davidp2888]

"David comments on every single video." Yessir, I try to do just that.

[@dr.derekrobinson1920]

The goat!

[@RaitisRides]

You are the man! Thanks for having my back!

[@RaitisRides]

@@dr.derekrobinson1920heck yeah

[@Deagnetic]

David cameo when

[@paulgrinold1103]

The Toyota FJ cruiser with an auto trans and a locking rear diff was 30k back in 2008. Add the hybrid power train and adjust for inflation and 57k is probably reasonable.

[@Name-kd5jj]

I really like the base model with manual controls, cloth seats etc. But for the price it seems a bit crazy. If it started at say $45,000 it would be good. But cloth seats and 7 inch display at $55,000? That's luxury car prices. I know in the past you paid more for the extra build quality and reliability, but this is the Prado. Is it really worth that much more?

[@MP-vd6ho]

Probably have it the rest of ur life

[@macsgo2hell]

@@MP-vd6hoIt’ll run for plenty of years just fine but that 4 cyl hybrid system will give in at some point. Not nearly as reliable as the v6

[@stevelouie5928]

I agree 100. This base land cruiser is basically a blank canvas for people who want to do their own customization. It should be really low 40ks. If you get any of the other trims, you might as well get the Lexus GX 550. For 65k you can get the more luxed out GX 550 with a twin turbo v6.

[@bagofcat]

⁠​⁠@@MP-vd6ho not that many people can have a car for the rest of their life. Especially this thing isn’t as reliable as those old mechanical machines. electronics will wear out.

[@mahdykhayyamian6167]

I love his random reference to different brand of cookies and candies.

[@lenny1157]

Thank-you for the review Joe. I understand making the sacrifice of creature comforts such as upgraded materials for the interior, moonroof, manual adjusting seats, smaller screens for a true offload capable vehicle like this,. However, at 56K starting price would it be too much to ask from Toyota to at least include the option for the sway bar disconnect and forward facing camera with this trim?

[@cesarditto2]

Raitis A.I doing a great job responding to everyone

[@RaitisRides]

It is me not AI

[@Tdoty10]

@@RaitisRidessomething AI would say

[@EdwardJKeuer]

I bought a 2024 4Runner TRD Pro Premium after careful shopping. Loved it for 3 months, then was hit by an at-fault driver in an '04 Suburban and totaled our baby. Every air bag exploded and my wife and I were fine except for abrasions. This will sure cost us, though we have good coverage, due to price increases and the fact that we are unable to find another one in a 7 state area. Drive safely everyone, heads on swivels, but there was nothing I could do.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow that is super serious. I am so sorry to hear about that!

[@LoomSync]

I hope you can get a top line version of this vehicle to try out, for the base version I was really impressed 😀

[@RaitisRides]

I will be getting that one for you!

[@MM-ji5je]

Nice, Mr and Mrs Raiti.

[@StevenEveral]

The perfect vehicle to come back from somewhere.

[@mystictk4149]

Toyota did amazing with getting in touch with the 1958 edition.

[@suzanneflowers2230]

Love the seats, storage, and visibility. As a base model, it seems the msrp is too high, though.

[@johanjonsson]

Exterior design checks all the marks. Too much hard plastics in the interior as in many Toyota products but viewing this as a utility vehicle I can tolerate that. Great review as always.

[@pray4mojo35]

How durable will that engine be in the long run? No V8 or even a 6 for $60k+ after taxes/fees?

[@massimopizzi725]

In Europe on the Land cruiser and the hilux we never had v8 or V6 and they did 500k km without any problem

[@mf6532]

​@@massimopizzi725 2.8TD?

[@qp7691]

absolutely outrageous price for what your getting

[@marklynn6907]

For the Land Cruiser badge, this is a great price. AWD will be the main difference over the 4Runner. Will be interesting to compare options and pricing for the 2025 Limited and capstone trim levels of the 4Runner’s against this trim Land Cruiser.

[@dominickirkwood]

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

[@brandonsnyder628]

Exactly what I want. Vintage like but modern features. Just the right ones. Would love to have a power rear hatch but in can live. Getting vintage graphics on the side.

[@Tuck701]

I bought that same Land Cruiser last week here in Florida. One issue, Toyota now requires a subscription to access the GPS. Basic price- $12.50 month.

[@costaricasurf66]

That powertrain sounds like like a cross between a three cylinder diesel and a sewing machine

[@RaitisRides]

That is a great analogy!

[@mohammedtariq9048]

Here in the Middle East, this vehicle is called the Toyota Prado, and it was used for this model, but unfortunately, an important feature was lost, which is the 6-cylinder engine with a volume of 4000 cc, as well as the third-row seats, the roof rack, and the suspended rear spare tire... I think it will be introduced in the upcoming models of this version. ..Thank you❤❤

[@alqersan]

Middle East version will coming with 7 seats

[@ganmudan]

honestly i like the simplicity of this. i have 3 dogs who shed and track dirt. i want an interior i dont have to be precious with. wish the price was a lower but i wish the price was lower for a lot of things lol.

[@RaitisRides]

It would be great to get one without carpet at all.

[@JokerG16]

I just hate how Toyota pulled a fast one on us trying to convince us that this is a true 300 series Land Cruiser when it’s really a 250 series Prado

[@PrecisionAcc]

It's just a successor to the FJ Cruiser

[@Aldeeezzy]

True LC fans know it’s a LC Prado

[@JokerG16]

@@Aldeeezzy exactly but i’m trying to figure out why Toyota isn’t marketing it as such? because the normies out there are gonna buy it and swear it’s the official LC when it’s not lol

[@Aldeeezzy]

@@JokerG16 Maybe it’s because they never used the name Prado over here and think we’ll get confused 🤷

[@nalong55]

They couldn’t justify the price in Toyota trim so if you want the 300 series, it’s sold here as the Gx550

[@dgarage9]

“Peanut butter and jelly is what won WWII for the allies.” That random comment got me. 🤣

[@SiriasisOFFICIAL]

i4 for landcruiser is actually crazy.

[@electrikoptik]

Well this 250-series LC is the oversea Prado and Prados mostly came with 4 cylinders.

[@sbs-0055]

Wait until it’s ice only 😂

[@kenkozawa9810]

Huh since the J40 we have had 4 cyl both petrol and diesel engines.. I have no issues with the 4 cyl. The engine is facing the correct way, proper off road drivetrain and looks perfect inside and out. If you really care, go get the GX for the 6 cyl..

[@nciks.]

Toyota hasn't missed recently, the new corolla,camry,prius especially, 4runner and now this. #1 brand (and rip that v8)

[@Jcruzer70]

Love it when you rep Donnie Baseball! 🤘🤘 Great review as always, Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

Heck yeah man! Thanks for tuning in!

[@Jack.Smith80]

Joe, I want to say Toyota Land Cruiser is literally die hard at hot climate. As always Awesome, Joe.

[@RaitisRides]

I think you hit the nail on the head Jack

[@stevelouie5928]

I'll be a customer when the lease returns come back in 3 years and I'll pick one up for the mid 30ks.

[@JSBowling2011]

@Raiti’s Rides,you forgot to mention what type of fuel it takes? Premium or Regular. Premium would be a Deal Breaker..Thanks, Jim

[@CampfireCrackle]

never has a door panel had a more lively introduction😂

[@rickygreene8870]

Great review. love the off roading

[@kendrickdelosreyes5381]

Is a Mercury Grand Marquis better than a Ford Crown Vic? 😅

[@RaitisRides]

Yes it is

[@OneProN00B]

As a Merc owner... Yes

[@kendrickdelosreyes5381]

@@OneProN00B as a 2011 Grand Mercury owner, I’m not gonna pretend that they’re not 99% the same car 😂

[@johnathoncastro]

yes but not better than a lincoln towncar lol

[@weirdshibainu]

Yes. Buy one if you can.

[@frankmont79]

Awsome job 👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks man!

[@Irishmanbikes]

It's hard to tell which is better. I guess I need to test drive both 4x4's to decide which is better.

[@RaitisRides]

That would be the best way to do it

[@SigAXG320]

Is the wind noise significantly less than a hard top wrangler ? That will make or break it for me.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh yes it is!

[@artstech]

3:38 I wish there was an options to have the fenders painted. Not everyone will be taking this off-roading.

[@dirtcurt1]

I didn't hear if he reviewed the ride on or off road?

[@pinkipipe]

This one is more family oriented while 4 runner is for adventurous people

[@sherifMalaika216]

If you want real adventure get landcruiser 70

[@coltonmarshburn1828]

The Land Cruiser is not available with a third row in North America while the 4Runner is

[@sunchaser999]

Too many sacrifices for the price tag.

[@EphemeralThought]

Non-hybrid 4Runner for me, or the Lexus GX if I hit the lottery. Owning a Land Cruiser was a bucket list thing for me, but not anymore - the last 300-series Land Cruiser that sold in the US, particularly the special edition in white with the gold wheels and roof rack is my holy grail... but between the cost and the gas it's only for people with money to waste...

[@amgerd]

Make it a straight 6 with a stick shift and I’ll buy it!

[@dillonpickles6047]

Did you all get that rattlesnake fan to 'hit that subscribe button' ? Seriously though; that is scary stuff! Great save, Steven!

[@RaitisRides]

Steven came in clutch!

[@JMM7171]

Saw the first one in New England other day. Have not driven one yet. I’ll keep my 4runner. 😅 and my tacoma. Don’t have to swap batteries in ten years. Ha. And still more envious of the 70 year old that I saw with a last gen Land Cruiser.

[@RaitisRides]

Sounds like a plan.

[@jimmythefish]

This is the one to get. I’d pop some KO2s on it.

[@fastandeasy2329]

Rad video! What is the location where you are driving?

[@RaitisRides]

That is Sand Diego at this ranch

[@crsc1033]

Without the roof rack looks like an old International Scout

[@RaitisRides]

Do you like the look?

[@crsc1033]

@@RaitisRides 99 times out of a hundred I would say that the roof racks are an interesting finishing touch on the look of a SUV and would want them, this is the exception. It looks really good without them, just a clean look.

[@JZirn]

Love the look of it. I’d buy this for 40k. Feels way overpriced.

[@RaitisRides]

Have you seen -prices of SUVs lately?

[@DavidS94938]

Does the 1958 use different or cheaper interior materials than the Landcruiser? From this video it sounds like it does (dash, doors, etc.)

[@imtherealbob]

I’m not a V6/8 purist, I think hybrid technology has advanced far enough to where it belongs in the legendary Land Cruiser. As the gas prices go higher and higher, we’ll be thankful for the fuel efficiency and same off road capability. Will I miss the startup roar, yes. But my wallet will thank me.

[@showmemorefunthings9208]

Hey Raiti, How fast were you driving on the trail from the off-road course to the pavement that starts around the 18 minute mark? Thanks!

[@REIQ]

Where is this trail? I want to take my FE

[@J.Young808]

Somewhere near San Diego.

[@REIQ]

@@J.Young808 No WAYYYYY...

[@Fohrenbach]

How many Etch A Sketch's can fit in the seat back pockets?

[@RaitisRides]

Now that is a good question!

[@koreyhimself]

I love it. I know the aftermarket will be nice

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right about that Korey.

[@Oakley-356k]

Lol…As always buddy…love the food for thought side comments!! Keep up the great work!!✊🏽

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that I can share it all with you!

[@4af]

Hate click bait teaser titles! Review didn't compare driving experience of 4Runner vs Land Cruiser!

[@DaniTheNachoPirate]

This looks perfect to jack up 8 inches then throw on some 44's underneath 😮 . That interior is perfect for when you're out on the trail and you get out to check something then end up getting mud all over the inside. All you gotta do is cover the screens and grab a hose!!

[@mickeybrumfield764]

Joe reviews vehicles like it was meant to be.

[@RaitisRides]

That really means the world Mickey!

[@davidsnyder4558]

Thanks for the review. Another great Toyota. I have a 09 FJ, which is awesome. Like the size of the Land Cruiser.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome David!

[@J.Young808]

I wish the First Edition wasn’t $75k as it is the trims want the most. I like the round headlights, but really enjoyed driving in Honolulu in my friend’s Macan S with Ventilated Seats. I wonder if I can put a 1958 grille and headlights on a Land Cruiser trim 🤔

[@Tarequr]

@RaitisRides I am noticing some injury to your right hand middle finger. Hope everything is alright!

[@mikevincent3780]

How does it compare to a Bronco outer banks with the 2,7

[@enteriprse33]

Resolute 1944 Venator class star destroyer

[@jimmydeneus5322]

Is it coming to the us

[@RaitisRides]

Yes Jimmy

[@RealNHRecon]

I love the Toyota Landcruiser... But damn it had to be $55K. That's nuts.

[@Graver81-69]

I like the LandCruiser, but I prefer the 4Runner. Im planing on buying a new Tacoma TRD PRO or 4Runner TRD PRO this summer

[@greggjarvis133]

Long after that's gone my 69FJ40 land cruiser will still be around

[@jrocket50]

I see a bit of Bronco Sport in there.

[@RaitisRides]

I can see it as well

[@RMT281]

even with the ridiculous price tag

[@r35tmanbash]

I love my FJ Cruiser.

[@JaimeDstx]

Nice truck unfair price. Never knew I needed to hear about pbj and steroids in a car review until today. Excellent video!

[@Intel.Twelve]

That's both incredible and sad how powerful the I4 is but lacks that crossplane NA V8 growl.

[@PQ28120]

Whens the z71 traverse

[@jamesgana3837]

1st to like and comment. Cool review

[@RaitisRides]

You are the man James

[@jimthompson717]

I'd buy it for the looks.

[@RaitisRides]

It is good looking for sure!

[@alwayne5932]

Raiti’s I luv e’m kinda reminds me of my GX 😁

[@RaitisRides]

Good call!

[@alwayne5932]

@@RaitisRides man am not paying no attention to none of these competitors…am from the Islands but living in the US now…& Toyota ain’t the one to be played with…even though I luv my Lexus’s they always take their time to perfection not in a rush like some of these governmental goons..they’re for the people’s & this is y I stuck with them…so they can keep the big 3️⃣😂

[@yao000104]

this one should only cost 45k

[@RaitisRides]

That is what the price point is on the 4Runner

[@BillyBobJimJohnson]

Yup, and the 4Runner should start at $39K. Inflation is out of control. I have a feeling that there will be a bunch of 4Runners and Land Cruisers on the lot once the initial set of buyers get theirs. I mean, a 4Runner TRD for $65k? Nuts....

[@TacticalStrudel]

Why would they do that you won’t be able to get one for msrp at $56k

[@ThisGuyRocksLikeCrazy]

The markup is over $20K if you want to buy it now. It's essentially as expensive as the old Land cruiser.

[@omnignarusist]

They should have put the twin turbo v6 in this thing. Other than body shape it's the same as a 4runner. How this got through is beyond me.

[@robertoling7708]

The Toyota situation with the 4Runner and the Land Cruiser 1958 seems to be the same than Hyundai with the Palisade and the new Santa Fe!

[@JokerG16]

and it got even more complicated with the GX that had the bigger engine

[@Offshore1977]

Love this 1958 edition. But the price though. Should have been no more than 49k after delivery.

[@mattbowen9751]

Getting 1958 in a month- what color looks best in person Joe???

[@RaitisRides]

I love the sand color

[@lenny1157]

@@RaitisRides at this time you can't get a 1958 trim in sand color (black, white, and grey only with 1958 trim)

[@mattbowen9751]

Grey color is called meteor shower … looks like a blend between grey and tan/brown/gold in person… I work at TMNA HQ in Plano … saw one in person last week. I ordered 1958 in meteor shower… arrives in Sept

[@surviv]

why are there huge price verations depending on coutry ? it is a japanese car exported all over check the prices in the uk it is INSANE 80-90k range

[@jihooncha-vs4om]

It resembles the Land Rover Defender design.

[@RaitisRides]

I can see it some for sure!

[@HBSSTC]

Where in SD is this trail?

[@RaitisRides]

Voght Ranch

[@HBSSTC]

@@RaitisRides Thanks man. Looks like its a private place from the map

[@jp23x]

Which 4runner even competes with the base land cruiser? The trd pro is going to have an msrp of around 70k...

[@huynhydpooh1349]

Most probably the Off-road trim.

[@albrustmeyer753]

Hey Joe, how are you doing? You’re always replace the engine with a V-8 from the tundra I’ll put a V6. lol 😝

[@BasedCharlie126]

After watching the Throttle House video my opinion of the new Land Cruiser has changed for the better.

[@RaitisRides]

That is great to hear!

[@drama_killer]

Exhaust sounds good, you’ll never find one for that price.

[@RaitisRides]

We will see what happens for sure!

[@Jojo-ni2cg]

A Land Cruiser with a 4 cylinder turbo battery??? To much stuff going on in that small displacement turbo motor for long term reliability.

[@rl6210]

Your first comment should be the crazy price and dealer markups…..nonstarter for me