New Land Cruiser LC300 GR Sport Review - We go very sideways in the sportiest Land Cruiser ever

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The Land Cruiser has earned a formidable reputation as being, well, formidable. It has been trusted for decades to take their owners to the middle of nowhere and, more importantly, bring them back again.
The LC300 is a thoroughly new Land Cruiser. Its the first new chassis in 14 years for the model and it's also the first time a "sporty variant has been made available, in the form of this, the top-of-the-range GR Sport.
Which forced us to ask ourselves, is there any point to a sporty Land Cruiser? Well, after tackling the wilds of suburbia, we headed out to a dirt oval racetrack to see just how sporty this new LC300 is.
Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
1:08 - Land Cruiser LC300
1:59 - Offroad Test
3:22 - Engine Stats
4:44 - Offroad Test 2
5:29 - GR Sport
6:14 - Drifting
8:17 - Suspension Setup
9:45 - Interior
12:53 - Boot Space
13:58 - What’s New?
16:34 - Pricing
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[@johanneswehrmann]

I haven’t played the Lotto in years, but all of a sudden the need arose. Bliksem this Cruiser is desirable! 💥😁

[@OverlandAfrica]

Hahaha ek ook

[@matimumashaba2678]

😁

[@pierrecoetzee6866]

Gaan twee keer die lotto moet wen.

[@NubianWolf]

Gee die nommers nou ja😁

[@TheRjvds]

Most impressive! Have to see it off-road properly

[@electrikoptik]

@1:25 "This car has a legendary reputation for reliability and ruggedness" *Land Rover has left the chat*

[@matimumashaba2678]

😂

[@dennisfoster6179]

It’s kinda funny the Range Rover still off better off road then the new LC.

[@electrikoptik]

@@dennisfoster6179 One is built to last a minimum of 25 years in the harshest conditions the other is a Land Rover. Only clueless range rover fans will agree with your statement.

[@dennisfoster6179]

@@electrikoptik I don’t deny that what I said the Range Rover is a better off roader then a LC

[@electrikoptik]

@@dennisfoster6179 In your mind yes. In reality no.

[@carelok]

Reinforcing the fact that you’re one of the best presenters / car journalists out there Ciro! Enjoyed this a lot (and a little jealous)

[@AndyJayLark]

The less we know about people and their world view the better we tend to think about them.

[@tman1591]

Ciro come on man 😂 i am literally bitting my teeth as you drive over the speed humps 😂

[@cuhzlightyear8151]

The vehicle took those like a champ though 🙌🏽 seriously impressive

[@rob5521]

Had mine for over a month , took from showroom floor to a 9 day off road excursion into Karoo …it’s beyond capable . My first qualm , the land assist , my first wow , that suspension and interior . Diesel of course . My funny moment, every car just scurrying out your way when you appear in their rear view mirror

[@matimumashaba2678]

I like the last part of your comment more.. 😀

[@baller-fk5ng]

Which one u got?

[@cuhzlightyear8151]

Please borrow me 20k 😭

[@repentfromsinfollowjesus2953]

let me tell you this; REPENT FROM YOUR SINS AND FOLLOW THE LORD JESUS CHRIST TO BE SAVED OR BE CAST INTO THE LAKE OF FIRE FOR ETERNITY REPENT AND BE BORN AGAIN, PRAY!

[@repentfromsinfollowjesus2953]

@@cuhzlightyear8151 let me tell you this; REPENT FROM YOUR SINS AND FOLLOW THE LORD JESUS CHRIST TO BE SAVED OR BE CAST INTO THE LAKE OF FIRE FOR ETERNITY REPENT AND BE BORN AGAIN, PRAY!

[@ca9968]

Yes yes, it`s lovely and all, but can you mount a Soviet DShK machine gun to it and take over a small town in Northern Mozambique?

[@remmyodhiambo8850]

The sarcasm in this video is top notch 😂👏

[@brendongova9537]

that speed bump part was genius im dead 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MateMate25]

The Truth in this Review is Epic, The Landcruser is found in all the Suburbs of Gauteng , cruising away to the Mall. It’s the Rich Peoples GTI 😅

[@trevor6816]

Hi from Australia. What a great review, i like the humour and the gravel oval was something different to the usual review.

[@christoffswanepoel6459]

The hardest part is actually getting one in SA without it being priced at over R2.3 mil due to the popularity and shortages.

[@west1329]

2.3million. Rather buy a lambo xD

[@mdogzino]

That's happening everywhere in the world .

[@dolguldur4706]

GR LC300 have the most agrresive looks in the lineup..love it 🤘🏻

[@mulalomavhaga4073]

So Ciro decided to troll all those who are Buying all these Offroad Capable SUVs and keep them in their Surbabia Garages and Shopping Malls 😂😂😂😂😂😂.... The Car Market Indeed dnt make sence anymore😂

[@valdius85]

Aspiration, prestige etc still matter. People rarely buy staff because they “need it” Come one :)

[@roymsemuchi3506]

I love how chill you reviews are very cool

[@brainsmatterpodcast]

You had me laughing all the way through this… awesome review Ciro 😂

[@rameses1979]

0:30 6:10 What a performance in the wilderness of Suburbia. Those speed bumps and curbs really put the SPORT in TOYOTA GR SPORT 🤣😂😂🤣😂

[@siyaroloma6031]

The sarcasm is out of this world I am eagerly waiting for your review on the Tesla

[@boemomolefe8303]

Great humour. Thoroughly enjoyed the video 👍🏾

[@dna1238]

great review, anxious to see how it performs all those off road manouvers against the benchmarks though !

[@AyandaKula]

The last two videos are my dream cars.

[@CobusDerrenberg]

AWESOME review 😂😂😂!!! ABSOLUTELY ENJOYED this one !! 😂😂🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟😂😂

[@Sicelojr]

Everything has been said about Ciro and his reviews. Thank you Ciro.!

[@hendrikpotgieter4501]

I enjoy your lekker reviews, man! I’m lucky enough to own a big, fat V8 Tundra (essentially a Northern American Land Cruiserish bakkie) here in Canada where I live, but would have loved to trade it in for one of these babies. That Tundra-V8 is silky smooth, powerful and reliable, but ruinously thirsty with its 6-speed auto. The newly released next generation Tundra now also comes with this twin turbo V6, but the thing is as big as two houses (not just one) and an absolute pain to have to find a parking spot for in town. Unfortunately we don’t get the Cruiser in Canada - very sad. If we did, it would, however, be much cheaper than in SA. I never fail to be shocked at how expensive cars are in SA…..and that takes into account the exchange rate. I would not have been able to afford to drive what I drive here, there.

[@schlix101]

Lol. Love the video and especially the sarcasm!!! However... while most of these vehicles will probably not even see a "nice" dirt road; some sensible people will actually buy them to go off-road. Looking forward to seeing a proper off-road review of this vehicle one day.

[@tiyanimthembi1732]

Awesome car, awesome review

[@MrJesusLovesYou91]

great review funny guy!

[@dewaldmaritz6809]

love the level of sarcasm!

[@johntheaccountant5594]

I like the Toyota FJ Cruiser more and more when I see all the buttons and electronics on these new vehicles doomed to go wrong in the long term.

[@noahtrtshiamala122]

Definitely getting one this year, GR ruggedness💯

[@ShaunMbhiza]

Good journalism here.

[@MrTnsLvr]

I had expected a test drive in the hills like the last comparison between the prado and defender 😐 instead we get a gravel oval. Eish 😟

[@tonygouveia8999]

Very cool drifting 😎

[@pottytrained4233]

First time viewer to your channel and now a subscriber, thanks for the very entertaining review :o)

[@sinqobilegodi4685]

You are one hilarious 😂 Motor What what lol 😝 this was awesome thank you for being you lol one day I will definitely work with you people watch the space

[@lunamaria1048]

I'm in Canada and own the Land Cruiser's little brother, the 4Runner TRD Off Road! It also has KDSS, which is just excellent! I own an FJ Cruiser I have had for 12 years, since my parent bought it for me when I was 16. They use the same platform and engine, so I can say the difference KDSS makes is very substantial, both on and off road!

[@nevermajola4402]

Ciro is the best , " this car can take you in the deep of no-way and the important thing to bring you back,😉

[@ofentsemmope9469]

I saw this Monster driving behind me yesterday and I kept wondering what it was😍

[@danielbredenkamp3957]

Just a pity that Toyota dropped the V8, despite the LC300 being much more powerful than the 200. Time has changed....but what a LEGEND!!

[@aaronbutao9543]

And I think the v8 is more reliable than the V6 after 15 years of driving or so

[@zwivhuyazwanga2228]

Best reviews in SA.. ♥️

[@tyroncloete8113]

Weskus Oval......nice. Super close to my hometown (Vredenburg)

[@danielngada8225]

What is the turn angle? I saw you drive over a stop line when turning on the intersection. Is it that long and that big? Would it be easy to park it in a mall? It is a beautiful breed 😍 Sport S-Plus impressed me. I must give it a try

[@davidaidenhowes]

The videos and pictures of this car don't give it the justice it needs, on the road this car is beautiful

[@tiyanimabasa9525]

Ciro is a world-class car journo!

[@mostrendy5335]

Taking the speed bumps like ... Lowered car drivers 😂😂😂😂

[@zukomketi1363]

Good review, please do the Haval H6

[@Carscoza]

Coming soon 😁

[@shahied123]

You’re getting better with your descriptors. Lovely camera work and brilliant car. Keep it up!

[@hollacemzembe4855]

When Ciro is happy im happy.

[@tmaxstudio55]

saw a guy driving around the shopping center parking lot before leaving. He couldn't find the courage to park it.

[@thatongobeni3544]

I like this 👌🏽🔥

[@taneotaneo7568]

Love the sarcasm!!! But facts, most(80%-90%) lc’s are tested in the city.💪

[@Braselton21]

This will have some Private School Parents drooling😵

[@LM-rg9lj]

So u must buy it😅

[@jabukatshwa]

This car is amazing dammit.. One day is one day

[@KingThabiso]

🤞🤞

[@djdinobravo]

The king of the Jungle is Back 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@robbiedelange7174]

HAHAH Ciro wel done on this one. Best yet

[@markoconnor959]

Awesome car. Expensive, although for what it offers, relatively cheap compared to its alternatives. Nissan Patrol 1 yr old compelling value to consider as well for around R1m.

[@edd6577]

Uhm.. That funny button with the turning circle by the 4x4 controls is not to help it turn with the difflock on........... It's actually a function that brakes the inside wheel to reduce the turning circle when offroad.

[@waynemurray5084]

This is for the people who go camping on the Weskus with massive generators and industrial aircon units for your 16-man tents. You know who you are.

[@etilawe]

Legendary reputation that the Alkiada group has so many

[@francoisrossouw1656]

Monster!

[@kennethpope4311]

Hope you are going to give us a first look at the Peugeot Landtrek soon.

[@illmaticworld2133]

Sarcasm level 💯

[@Molife1life]

Can you please do the Np200 DCI review 🙏🙏🙏

[@0033krishna]

Love from India in Nigeria ❤️

[@vee2957]

Off to the pub the man said 😅😅😅 big car

[@zunairamajeed3584]

Hats off to your off road demonstration.... 😂🤣

[@albertvandenheever3112]

Those were some very tame speed bumps you had to navigate (2:34). Some speed bumps, potholes, and sand-filled trenches across our suburban roads, are getting so massive, normal cars suffer from suspension damage and belly scrapes, trying to get over them. Even some of the higher softroaders aren't up to the task anymore. Bulky go-anywhere SUVs with low-range gear capabilities are almost compulsory nowadays - no longer just for "show" and definitely not out of place in the suburbs and at the malls. I used to hate them but now learned to tolerate them since I came to understand the drivers' fears and concerns.

[@000T00b]

Ciro’s sarcasm was lost on this guy

[@2H.i]

i wished if you speed thru pumps , my country UAE has huge and lots of road pumps.

[@pmeyer37]

I want one

[@sandi_ZA]

Enjoyed the sarcasm

[@mofokengntolo211]

For the speed bumps I prefer u come to qwa qwa, and go to any speed bump😅, I don't think the experience will be the same

[@bhyat]

I'm sorry Cirro but YOU only see Land Cruiseres mostly in Suburbia because YOU spend your time mostly in Suburbia ;). Visit the places where SUVs are essential and they're quickly as popular as a Polo. Lekker Vid!

[@touheedrana5681]

Is this petrol version which are you driving in the video

[@brendongova9537]

i just had to subscribe 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@tallll70]

I don't get it... they did not let you take on light off road course at least, or why it's "only" showcased on oval?

[@beringei1013]

That intro music reminded me of scarface 1983'

[@whyalwaysme2522]

In Australia don't have the third row seats

[@gani2an1]

wow ... I can't believe that toyota went over that tiny curb with such ease. I am very sure my Prius could never do that with such ease. 😁

[@Pato-ml7nt]

😂😂😂

[@nishaanjugram8476]

It's not so much the vehicle. the way the driver navigated that obstacle was flawless.

[@jonesgotlop]

Please do Lexus LX 600/LX500D review. Rarely we get reviews of Lexus models on south Africa.

[@ElexorEnt]

looks better the more you look at it

[@bonolomokgadi9025]

Your sarcasm is on another level hahaha!!!!!

[@eltonshomeya6199]

I was looking forward to Ciro reviewing this car but, I was a bit disappointed. The GR version of the Land Cruiser is a more off road specced car, not for "sporty driving"

[@cjsreviews3748]

Hallo please can you do a review on the new Haval H6

[@Carscoza]

That review launches today!

[@kgschannel8203]

I love the 4.5l v8 diesel

[@lesibalanga9102]

Please 🙏 do the New haval h6

[@thesaint8400]

Almost the perfect 4x4. Just pissed that they ditched the split tailgate.

[@svenobholzer]

What colour is this model? Does anyone know what the ‘Classic white’ colour looks like in reality?

[@papiduma3451]

Disappointed not to see Ciro drag racing this GR... Impressive machine nonetheless

[@benvisagie8844]

My wife liked my LC200 far more than myself. So I had to keep it for 5 years, but I was very happy to sell it before the boom.. My FJ Cruiser was far more enjoyable. But I am getting older now, so maybe I will also get one? Thanks for the lack of an air suspension, but I think I still prefer a Bakkie, because it can go proper off road( no oval jokes). But that dash, I dont know. And I am nowadays very much into value for money, and you didn’t mention anything about value for money? Simply because it isnt good value for money? Thats my view in any case.

[@CiroDeSiena]

Third!

[@williegitau6680]

I thought the GR sport didn't come with a third row of seats?

[@kmakumane258]

BAIC B40 next please

[@siyamthethwa8100]

Please review the new BMW M5

[@johankriek1306]

Epic vehicle!!! But why can't the SA models have a sunroof also, like other countries? (Even as an option) Which idiot at Toyota SA made this cruel, and utter stupid decision??? (I would imagine its a very old man working at Toyota HQ in SA, who wears a toupee / wig, and when he once opened the sunroof at speed on a LC200 one day, he lost his wig. And now he is pissed-off at all sunroofs?)

[@paddaboi_]

😂

[@nlocnil3602]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@nishaanjugram8476]

Spot on. Sunroofs are available as an option in other countries but not in SA. I tried to spec mine with a sunroof. Dealer made it clear....Its not an option. No rational reason. Very good vehicle and an entertaining review

[@ZaZa-ra]

Just something to go wrong?

[@howardkerr8174]

I wasn't sure if this SUV was still sold in the U.S., apparently it still is, though you rarely see them. The U.S. spec model is still ONLY V8 powered, the engine produces 383 horsepower. Base price for the 2 seat version is $87,000 with the 3 seat model starting at $92,000. And no, the U.S. does NOT get a GR model, ours are the chrome laden models.

[@riaanmaree1132]

You will not get this LC300, but had the previous LC200. You will however get the Lexus LX version of it in the US.

[@racebannon2332]

Howard Kerr you’re incorrect. The TLC is no longer sold in the US. Lexus will get a version of the 300 but I’ll keep my 2019 200 TLC

[@whyalwaysme2522]

USA is all about Chrome. Chrome it till you made it!

[@montyv3909]

I thought the GR doesn’t come with third row seats. Is this an optional extra?

[@trevor6816]

only 5 seats in Australian version, no option of 7 seats in top two models, all 7 seaters in other four models,

[@bororobo3805]

That's a massive steering wheel

[@rudolferasmus4237]

I love this guy :D South Africa's Jeremy Clarkson hands down!

[@kgetholedwaba8656]

Can you please review the new jeep wrangler

[@hantusmostert]

Prices dropping due to Japan production ?

[@Ad-tj2nq]

Is it time for the Tacoma to reach the shores of SA? Yes please.