THE LAST V6 PRADO IN OZ

[@boostbogan]

Bought my 2011 150 V6 back when it had 74,000km on it. It has been the perfect family car, absolutely trouble free (As a diesel mechanic I go through this car every maintenance event in such detail its almost pedantic) and honestly will keep this car as long as I possible can. As far as economy is concerned, every single tank calculated ends up at about 12.8L/100km mixed, probably due to the fact its 100% standard.

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

That is nice to know, I would rather pay 2 liters per 100km more than have a headache on the road with the whole familiy. I never had any issues with Toyota petrol engines and I had couple of different models.12.8l is pretty ok concidering i need such a vehicle for vaccation only and occasionaly offroad trips with kids. I make around 15-20tkm which is not much and the petrol engine is way to go in my opinion.

[@stevewilson8689]

Awesome video mate. Your doing a great job. I just brought a 2006 Prado V6 and this info is VERY handy. Keep them coming

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

I’m in the states. Bought the wife a 2020 4Runner 1GR-FE, and I bought a new 2021 4Runner same motor. Awesome motor vs the 3.5 in the Tacoma’s. The 5 speed is great, awesome video.

[@geoffklan6305]

G’day from OZ. Fiancé is from Portland Oregon.

[@JAMESWUERTELE]

Hahah slow response from me! Hope all is well for you!

[@mohamedalihebboul2214]

Very nice and clean Prado, big bravo to it's owner.

[@daniels8293]

now this is a proper review of a car.. none of this plushy seats, big cup holder bs

[@patrickmolemisi8848]

“Big cup holder bs” 😂 . Well said

[@thunderc4s]

So much better than the tractor diesel !

[@trevorsteyn8939]

Very clean v6 right there thanks for the vid👌

[@drgloverable]

Updated Denso plugs for the 1GR V2 (IKH20TT) come in at around $15 ea. Curiously, in the FJ from factory one head has Denso plugs, the other NGK!

[@gavinspring1350]

Just averaged 10.3L/100 from Cobar NSW to Angaston SA. Two occupants fully loaded, 98octane sitting on 103-108. No Bbar. HT Michelins.

[@rodneyh7693]

They relocate the oil filter for the addition of engine oil heat exchanger (Dual VVTI version) that is located right on top of the oil filter housing....for north America anyways. I also notice Australian version doesn't have the air injection pump and it calls for 0w20 oil instead of 5w30 for EPA crap.

[@carmonaprime6297]

Thanks for this; it was an informative video. How often do we replace the ATF? What about the Front and rear differentials?

[@kenezos]

I wouldn’t mind one of these and getting a supercharger on it 💪🏼

[@gavinspring1350]

I just cleaned my MAF sensor on my 150 V6. And also installed new dual force battery. What a difference! Smoother and quieter running motor. Maybe the MAF being cleaned and EMS reset when new battery installed?

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

Which battery? MAF sensor cleaning and reseted EMS could be the cause why engine runs smoother. I also think that the quality of the petrol also have an impact on how the engine runs. If you take 98octane it would burn lot quieter and smoother anyway. I know it cost more, but the engine works lot better with good petrol.

[@tonydoggett7627]

I too have found genuine Toyota iridium spark plugs cheaper from the Toyota dealer than from aftermarket retail. Always compare Toyota’s prices to others.

[@neillwebster3490]

Thanks Anthony for the info, I have a 2010 Kakadu V6 in similar condition. If I wasn't in Perth I'd bring it to you for a check up and hopefully a video.

[@geoffklan6305]

Same here. 2010 Kakadu V6. 170km. Queensland though. Dr owned it previously, from new.

[@boldstar69]

@@geoffklan6305 @Neill Webster Hey mates, do the 2010 4.0s have the dual vvti and 271hp same as thw FJs?

[@H0LDENSUX]

Another con with the 150 series V6 is that they require premium 95 unleaded. Trouble is more and more service stations are ditching 95 and selling only 98 RON.

[@carmonaprime6297]

True. I’m from the Philippines and I put 100 octane euro 6 petrol. This spec is also NEAT gasoline wherein there’s no ethanol.

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

98 or 100 octane costs more, but the engine, not only V6 from Toyota runs much more smoother with 98 or higher. I have tried diferents sizes of engines of different car models and it was pretty big differnce after jumping from 95 (only God knows if it has that much) to 98 or higher. For example, my daily Suzuki Kizashi 2.4i on 95 when on idle have to much knocking, on 98 or higher it runs so smooth you even cant hear the engine standing next to the car.

[@nickjemus3066]

I have this engine in my 4runner I put 87 LOL 🤣 from Canada not sure if our ratings are different

[@dhiquobgnaloo]

Hi mate quick question i have a 2004 v6 prado and have installed duel battery system and i am thinking of buying 1 of the last 2017 model petrol prado and looking under the bonnet of this one cant see where i could put my second battery, any suggestions.PS good in depth video on this one.

[@charlierogers4223]

The v6 already has 80 kw more than the 1kd and almost 400 nm why do they need more power ?

[@nickjemus3066]

I'm from Canada I have 2015 4runner with this engine, only 100 000km except mine dont look as clean as this 🤣 wow..

[@kaineconstantine5062]

Great car

[@kanevivalakane3699]

Hi. Do you suggest steering damper with a liftkit?

[@geoffklan6305]

More V6 videos wanted 😎

[@jetstream454]

What does the brand have to do with drive belts??

[@TecioNogueira]

Mate can I plz ask a question about the new prados. Looking at getting the new 2020 Prado, there’s a video you said not to buy new Diesel engines. Why is that? What are your thoughts on the new Improved prados?

[@Fourby4Diesel]

Undersized engine for the vehicle DPF problems strict omissions to meet lots of Egr flow wait for a better engine

[@jetstream454]

@@Fourby4Diesel DPF issue has been rectified, engine size is fine.

[@willoldmeadow153]

Nice 👌

[@sunilparas6606]

The colour is called Gun Metallic.

[@peterdilkes3093]

What about the in tank filters

[@kanevivalakane3699]

I have the same petrol v6