2024 Toyota Land Cruiser - POV First Driving Impressions (Off Road)

Engine: 2.4 Liter Turbo Hybrid
326 hp @ 6,000 RPM, 465 lb.-ft. torque @ 1,700 RPM
22/25/23 EPA Estimated Fuel Economy (city/highway/combined)
Transmission: 8 AT
Drivetrain: Full-time 4WD
Front Suspension: Double wishbone
EXTERIOR: Heritage Blue/Grayscape -- INTERIOR: Java
Rear Suspension: Coil spring multi-link rear suspension
Exterior
Rectangular LED headlights
18-in. matte-gray alloy wheels
Front skid plate with engine, transmission and transfer case protection
Front and rear frame-mounted tow hooks
Rigid Industries® LED color-selectable fog lights
Power open/close rear door liftgate
Roof rails
Black "TOYOTA" heritage grille
Rain-sensing wipers
Interior
12.3-in. digital meter
All weather floor liners and cargo mats
Heated and ventilated front seats
SofTex°-trimmed seats; 8-way power-adjustable front driver's seat with lumbar support; 6-way manual-adjustable
passenger seat
Driver'-seat memory function
Multi-Terrain Monitor (MM) with selectable front, side or rear views
Three-zone automatic front and rear climate control
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Six USB ports
2400W AC inverter
Audio Multimedia/Subscriptions
12.3-in. Toyota Audio Multimedia touchscreen with 10-speaker audio system, wireless Android Auto™ & Apple
CarPlay® compatibility, SiriusXM® 3-month trial subscription. See toyota.com/audio-multimedia for details
Safety and Convenience
TSS 3.0
Options
$4,600 - Land Cruiser Premium Package - includes 14-speaker JBL® Premium Audio, illuminated entry, Digital Key
capability, power moonroof w/ power sunshade, center console cool box, digital rearview mirror, Qi-compatible
wireless charging, leather-trimmed memory/power driver's seat, Head Up Display (HUD), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), and
Front Cross-Traffic Alert (FCTA) and leather-trimmed seats
$1,240 - 20-in. Alloy Wheels
$350 - Two-tone paint
MSRP with Options
$68,140 (Base MSRP $61,950)
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[@lsxnapier584]

"Are you in low?" yeah i'm in low "i hope so" lol.

[@RS3NDIT]

made me chuckle as well haha

[@More_Row]

Whats up with these passive aggressive spotters lmao.

[@Shambles7698]

This LandCruiser really grow on me especially with the blue colour . Overall it's really a solid SUV

[@jimbabwe6529]

Yay, was waiting for this one

[@cherryadoresyou]

i love your videos man.

[@RS3NDIT]

that's some colorful ass water in the beginning.

[@XploreAz]

Ass water? Gross.

[@sullit22]

It’s because of the local Limestine, or Calcium Carbonate (CaCO₃) sequestration

[@dannys6871]

whats ass water

[@XploreAz]

@@dannys6871 I didn’t see any diarrhea in the video. Did you? Haha!

[@panzer_TZ]

Looks great, but it's nearly $70,000 before Joe Dick's Toyota $3000 Pro Pack and $5000 Market Adjustment. Can't wait to see these in the Starbucks Drive Thru and Target parking lot. Honestly, at these prices, I would just head straight to the Lexus dealer and get the GX. The Lexus dealership experience would be worth it over dealing with Joe Dick's Toyota alone.

[@79adventures]

79 series here and i take mine on Seattle's best coffees v Starbucks (mine is a mall crawler)

[@faheemabbas3965]

Once again, the Land Cruiser leaves the US market because the 4Runner and GX were too good.

[@jerseattle0722]

@@faheemabbas3965I think there is room. The 4Runner is rough because of the interior design and the tacked dash infortainment. If I didn’t have my 5th gen 4Runner, I would probably look at the off roady Land Cruiser just because I don’t like the interior of the new 4Runner. My dream car would be the new Land Cruiser with a roll down back window.

[@giolats8179]

Great uncut video review, transfers us the whole experience. When the GX, Tacoma, Colorado off-road videos go online too?

[@brq4cars]

Accidentally clicked on the notification but I don’t regret it

[@roosteryang]

love your video. What is your thoughts compare to gx 550 . Which one you prefer.

[@samfisher320]

Happy to be here so early.

[@felipin.el.detailer]

my dream vehicle

[@qm2092]

I really like this but $70k for this is far too much. At that price you might as well look at the GX and get the V6 with a lot more refinement.

[@akilghosh]

And far less mpg

[@tdub25]

It’s a landcruiser….. the favorite among the “stealth wealth”….its for drs, lawyers and c level executives…. It’s not for you, the 4Runner is the one for the middle/upper middle class common folk

[@user-vx7vi3vq1c]

@@akilghoshAnd requires premium gas

[@JoBiatch]

And 65K calling it “Premium” doesn’t even have fog lights. 🙄

[@JokerG16]

@@tdub25That is true for the actual Land Cruiser (100/200/300 series). this is a Prado which is basically priced the same as the 4Runner and the GX. $70k for this is entirely too much. it shouldn’t be more than $55k.

[@s_t102]

The best version of Land Cruiser Prado that you guys are not getting in the US because of EPA is 2.8 turbo diesel - economical and powerful.

[@OmarZ77]

That diesel produces 201hp. It’s not “powerful” compared to this gas 326hp.

[@s_t102]

@@OmarZ77 In the long-term, which one will be more reliable - 2.4 turbo gasoline hybrid or 2.8 turbo diesel? I think we all know the answer.

[@OmarZ77]

@@s_t102 201hp is underpowered for this car. People in Europe actually complain that they don’t get this 326hp option there. So grass is always greener I guess. And gas Toyota engines easily last forever too, so it’s a moot point imo.

[@jooroth18]

​@@OmarZ77yeah toyota hybrids are very reliable

[@s_t102]

In the long term any non hybrid Toyota is more reliable than hybrid, that's what I was trying to say.

[@tdub25]

I’m loving the low beltline, the upright windshield and the boxy style…… soooo cool. That white 1958 looks like it came right out of Kosovo or Mogadishu….

[@sullit22]

Rear view camera mirror looks really good, does it have side view functions when turning or indicating ?

[@mhcoolm]

Looks great. I like the idea of low end upfront torque with the electric

[@williamschlipf9585]

TNGA-F is the platform for the J300 as well. It's the underpinning of *every* toyota truck

[@mattdemore6988]

@thetopher I have a first edition arriving soon at msrp but would love some feedback if it’s worth switching out from a New Defender p300 with 35k. I am mostly concerned with the cargo area and the on road driving dynamics.

[@eriotero8397]

This Land cruiser prado looks way much better in person that in pictures or videos! is just beautiful; here in the Dominican Republic we have both the LC 300 which is the real Land Cruiser in all models and this one which is the Land Cruiser Prado, with the diesel engine same as Australia 24ml per gallon.

[@amg231]

I prefer this over the 4Runner. Don’t get me wrong, I think the new 4 runner is will be very successful but I like LC styling better, both exterior and interior. It’s a little more understated.

[@jordan3305]

the land cruiser imo is my favorite of the newer vehicles (compared to the Tacoma and 4 Rrunner)

[@matthewknorr7237]

As always amazing video. But like the majority of modern vehicles looks amazing id love to own one but Im sure this will be way out of my price range to ever own. At least until 5+ years down the line and then I can afford one used…

[@CanTURKeyed]

I ll buy this with this blue color

[@PaulsPlace]

I love the Land Cruisers so much, but I'm curious on whether this is going to hold up in the long run so Toyota can keep that legendary reliability trophy. Time will tell, I have my thoughts!

[@digital11337]

11:35 “wOof wOOf” )))))

[@Soul_Flow_]

what you mean?

[@Americancitizen1]

You know Topher. It’s your fault that I like the predecessor the GX 470& GX 460 and own both! This truck MUST perform as well or better than those! The GX 470 has been through a lot of off road stuff! Thanks for the review!

[@ryanb8736]

Hopefully you don’t break a radiator like Throttle House did. Shocked they didn’t put skid plates on it.

[@allenmortimer3268]

isnt that the guys that launched it off a sand dune though?

[@insydegroup]

The car for me =)

[@TacticalStrudel]

What do you mean it "ramps up a little bit" the offroad capability of the GX Overtrail? 10:00. I thought the Overtrail was the more capable?

[@hectortoledo5914]

11:35 man dint sound to happy

[@markrussell24]

Will it drive at slow speeds on just battery power?

[@justaguy6862]

Such a dainty ignition on chime for such a 'tough' vehicle... 😁

[@NemeanLion-]

Wow, you think it’s better off-road than the GX overtrail? That’s pretty impressive.

[@hdl7721]

Hi Topher. I've been a recent fan and have been watching all of your suv drive reviews and love the perspective and variety of vehicles that you show. I'm looking for a large suv daily cruiser and have set my eyes on the 21' lx570 and 23'+ lx600 which I know you've driven and reviewed. Between the 2, would you say the lx600 is that much smoother, quieter, and nicer interior? I don't mind the price or mpg. Just space and drive comfort. Thanks!

[@TheTopher]

Hey, thanks for watching! I think the LX 570 takes the cake with smoothest driving experience and nicest interior. I’d go drive both to see what you prefer though, good luck with the search!

[@hdl7721]

@@TheTopher Thank you so much for the reply!! I have done as much digging as I possibly can and after test driving the lx600 I think I'll just have to find an lx570 to try as well. I was still very impressed with the lx600 but it does jitter like you mentioned possibly due to the 22 inch tires. Speaking of which, I heard that 18 inch wheels with soft tires like Michelins make a huge difference in ride quality. Given that the lx570 has a smoother engine, if both the lx570 and lx600 were both luxurys and both on 18 inch wheels, would the lx570 still be the smoothest overall driving experience? Thanks!!

[@theUltimateLord]

Gotta love these new lawnmower engines toyota is dumping into the new lineups

[@javierjavier-ht3yu]

The upholstery is pretty cool.

[@TobyCostaRica]

Does it switch to EV on downhill sections?

[@SuperKidontheblock]

I'm noticing that the newer cars are all looking like a mixture of antique and contemporary. Interesting.

[@sullit22]

Design lines ? Toyota started on this trend with the FJ Cruiser, its great.

[@smellylettuce]

Toyota's really doing a great job with their recent design decisions. So glad they've moved away from the homogeneous CUV monstrosities of the past. The landcruiser looks like it should and seems to perform like it should.

[@Iwo26]

That load floor is what killed the new Land Cruiser and 4Runner for me.

[@Soul_Flow_]

So trivial of you

[@rd91mcc]

What's on the wrist today?

[@waza3350]

Any old 4x4 can do that trail....

[@MyLittleSir]

I would love this new model but for the price I can import an “actual” one from AUS or UAE for roughly the same price or less depending on the Model/Engine.

[@MrCarGuy]

New 4Runner interior looks like a more thoughtful design with better ergonomics and it's supposed to be lower cost. Aside from the classic round vents on either side of the dash it's hard to prefer this.

[@glow4417]

Yeah shockingly the 4runner interior actually looks quite a bit better than the LC. Toyota needs to improve the LC interior for sure.

[@faheemabbas3965]

Yeah, looks like the Land Cruiser is leaving the US market once again due to pricing…

[@fz094ever4]

Land Cruiser interior used to be very luxurious . I like the outside but I miss the wood interior and luxisious interior .

[@MusicLuv80]

This compared with GX550, is the ride quality and quietness same? I was going to get GX550 but this one is great too. Also, size are same too right?

[@ryansmithc]

Get the GX550. This is not worth it.

[@pramitthebest]

If you have the money, GX550 is the obvious choice

[@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD]

the LC250 is a GX550 with a whole LOT of stuff deleted/removed. GX550 is the closest to the flagship LC300... ie the real Landcruiser... you want that refinement of the GX550 for the genuine Landcruiser experience.

[@MusicLuv80]

@@ryansmithc Thanks

[@MusicLuv80]

@@pramitthebest Thanks ~

[@dsaini6476]

Just curious. Did Toyota sponsor the video?

[@commbubba1990]

I want one of these but do not want Toyota's PDA system. Way too invasive: " Proactive Driving Assist Proactive Driving Assist (PDA) * uses the vehicle’s camera and radar, when system operating conditions are met, to provide gentle braking and/or steering to support driving tasks such as distance control between your vehicle and a preceding vehicle, pedestrian or bicyclist. PDA can also provide gentle braking into curves. "

[@CosmoSock1]

Most modern vehicles have some variation of this. It’s not a big deal.

[@commbubba1990]

@@CosmoSock1 i disagree. if i'm driving i want to be driving. not the car trying to determine what i'm doing. these systems are re-active only and dangerous.

[@madclone84]

Almost 70 grand for a 4 cylinder? 😐 I have a 4 cylinder Camry and it’s great but I always feel the want for more power

[@Odat]

Exactly lol. A 4 cylinder pushing 5100 lbs!!!

[@gavcom4060]

Yeah and your Camry has 200 HP and 183 lbft. This has 326 HP and a whopping 465 lbft. More than enough powerful, and it’s still faster than your Camry lol

[@slim1446]

ur getting a lot more with the Land Cruiser. That is not a fair comparison

[@Odat]

@@gavcom4060 yes but all that hp is still coming from a 4 cylinder engine!. His Camry engine will outlast the new 4 cylinder by a long mile. On his Camry, the engine is understressed. Not the case with the new one.

[@gavcom4060]

@@Odat I’m assuming this engine will be up to snuff with Toyota’s current NA offerings, considering this engine will also be used in the Japanese market, and they only expect absolute perfection from their engines over there lol

[@matthewj9338]

I hate the startup chime… reminds me of Japan’s EAS siren

[@ItsTrizzy262]

All this for people to just drive it through city streets lmao. I don't think most of these will see their full potential but nice to see what it's capable of.

[@JoBiatch]

Glitch in the matrix at 8:06

[@cavidmammadovvv]

please shoot videos at 60 FPS. it looks bad when viewed with a tablet

[@mFarah42]

Almost $70k…. Wow!!

[@bparker]

While I absolutely LOVE the look of the new Land Cruiser, 4Runner, GX and many of the new Toyota / Lexus vehicles, I'm just not the least bit interested in buying one with a hybrid engine, or an electric engine, or with all the nanny "driver's safety" aids . . . Maybe it's just me? Maybe I'm just getting older?

[@Damiansg85]

The engine sounds way to clacky not sure if I spelled that right but too noisy

[@ejhwatching]

8:05 ... where did that bloke go....??

[@rxsmalls]

Why is the engine so loud? Sounds like you were flooring it. Is it working that hard in that terrain?

[@JokerG16]

It’s a 4 banger bro lol

[@rxsmalls]

@@JokerG16 yeah but was def hoping it was more refined. Especially since they are putting it in the Taco and 4R. That little thing is gonna be working hard lol

[@JokerG16]

@@rxsmalls Lol totally agree. everyone keeps saying that they will be reliable as they've been using them for a while, and I'm like yeah, in sedans. but these Toyo trucks are workhorses. that hasn't been proven yet

[@danm7of9]

It's a 4-cylinder in 4 Low

[@TacticalStrudel]

I overall like the look but the rear end and taillights remind me of a 2nd gen Jeep Liberty, which gives it a cheap look.

[@Cabin_Fever13]

Why is America not allowed to have the 300 series

[@thankyou9085]

Emissions probably

[@mackos007]

It's not related to Prado - it is Prado

[@A2Cap]

need this in dubai rn...

[@malifestro3319]

The need to get rid of those screen nags, and stop making the camera shut off. It the driver needs them, leave them on!

[@droomkoning3266]

Hi

[@danieljohn560]

Nice vehicle but the price... almost worth just going with the Lexus GX. Would prefer the Cruiser but will likely go with the 4Runner.

[@LCculater]

Will the engine last ? I don’t think so so not buying

[@smrjld]

How does this compare to the GCC Land Cruisers they sell in the Middle East? Especially UAE? Any opinions from anyone who's driven both?

[@wonderboy1998]

That's a nice cabin. But to be honest a v8 will be bomb...Land or Defender?

[@alifkhan5806]

It's a great SUV but the cameras turning off after 7😢😢

[@MrC72k]

Def did not need 4lo

[@hammadhamza1295]

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[@upperleftnorthwest4278]

I wonder if the hybrid battery will save the turbos from blowing if people start throwing big tires on this. Im pretty sure a guy from CBI/tacomabeast was saying putting 35s on the tacoma with the 2.4 was forcing it to constantly be in boost. Maybe the hybrid battery will supply enough torque to not overheat the turbos.

[@JokerG16]

Oh that’s interesting 🤔 what’s the science behind the larger tires and overworking the turbos? i’m genuinely asking for knowledge

[@upperleftnorthwest4278]

@@JokerG16 not totally sure the guy was saying with the 35s being heavier driving highway speeds the turbo would be at max boost in 8th gear so it had a higher tendency to overheat. My guess is either a regear is still needed, a trans cooler or better airflow to the engine

[@AdamKlingenberger]

Something about the face is odd but it looks decent

[@bradyg499]

it looks way better with the circular headlights

[@ICU306]

I can’t be the only one that hates Toyotas new chime, right?

[@bradyg499]

its bad

[@cormaro13]

U can turn it off , it was on my 24 crown and your right it’s annoying especially when u don’t put that seat button on 😂

[@user-lq2kj3ni1t]

We dont have the third row? Then why we have third row arm rest and vents in the back?

[@charname-player]

Because 4 runner and Lexus gx has it, and they are same car

[@BUY_YT_Views_858]

this song is pretty good

[@Vonslik69]

For 70k...it should of had the 6 cylinder engine? And the doors are kind of tinny? The doors should of been heavier? Its nice but slightly water downed 😂

[@sistrategies0253]

Course Looks easy enough for less capable vehicles

[@whoisthegawd]

The markup here in Durham, NC is 15 - 20k for the Land Cruiser and GX 550.

[@knight24757]

The new GX V6 twin turbo looks way better than the land cruisers. Even though they're the same type of off road vehicles. Toyota should've kept that box shape for the new 4Runner 😐👎 instead of wasting it on this poor excuse for a Land cruiser.

[@Sentra1985]

I thought the Land Cruiser was going to have the twin turbo v-6 and the 4Runner was going the have the turbo 4. No way would I buy a vehicle at this price with a 4 cylinder

[@Veyronp87]

its the same price as a base GX overtrail which makes it interesting. it comes down to which powertrain you want. the hybrid here has significantly better MPG but the GX probably has a smoother/luxurious powertrain.

[@Odat]

GX all day every day!. Better engine and better sound insulation and interior materials.

[@DerDoJo]

Things i will never see off-roading: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser ❌ Things i will see all the time in city streets that are way to narrow: 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser ☑

[@ryand4940]

Engine sounds like and aggressive lawnmower

[@TJW04]

I never see Land Cruisers on the road, I think the reason for this is because the owners are too busy writing provocative comments online about how their car is the most reliable and how everyone else’s cars are shit in comparison

[@vinu_s]

This is not a vehicle worth 70k. They are upselling the LC badge. 2024 LC is a mistake and odd man out. Personally, if my budget is 50k, I would get a 24 4runner and my 70k goes to 24 GX.

[@arthurwright255]

First..I know thats dorky but I've never been first lol.

[@cydzerlight1383]

of coz!

[@vinukasandaru7346]

iam never drive vehicle in my country its very expensive

[@akilghosh]

Do you live in Canada ? 😂

[@vinukasandaru7346]

@@akilghosh no iam live in srilanka

[@DanI-ls4dj]

If they put an under square truck version of 5.0 v8 in the is500, I’d not only buy it, I’d pay an extra 10k to get one because it wouldn’t sound like a sewing machine. It’s not about the power it’s about the sound, smoothness, and power delivery that really matters.

[@JokerG16]

Yeah if this had a V8 in it, even the 4.6/4.7 from back in the day, it’d be a show stealer. Hell, even the big 4.0L V6, it’d be a whole lot better.

[@eduardorubio3031]

sounds like a honda civic. I dont feel like paying around $60k for a 4 cylinder, im out.

[@kellervu]

a

[@samlee9800]

4th!!!

[@4af]

Too bad no chance to drive it on pavement at freeway speeds.

[@ryansmithc]

The front grill and c pillar / rear taillight design look outdated for 2024.

[@gavcom4060]

Retro is the new thing, so this is perfectly in place

[@ryansmithc]

@@gavcom4060 Bronco does retro way better. C pillar is boxy and minimal. This look retro inspired + bad cartoony curves from the 2000s.

[@Coffee-xh4kp]

Douche alert at 11:35

[@user-vx7vi3vq1c]

Sounds like a diesel.

[@hkfan4596]

overpriced. wait for the new 4runner

[@jlelelr]

toyota land*rover

[@VOLAAD]

Hybrid? nope.

[@gavcom4060]

womp womp cry more

[@yournightmare9999]

Today toyota and lexus is ugly boxes