Toyota Land Cruiser Fans in America are MISSING OUT - Here's why...

#Toyota #landcruiser #prado #lexusGX #Diesel #Hybrid #iforcemax
American is finally getting the Land Cruiser reintroduced into our market. Big Power numbers and an efficient hybrid are exciting, but other markets like #australia are getting a simpler setup that could have #usa missing out.
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mag.toyota.co.uk/hilux-hybrid...
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[@MichaelAllen-td1uu]

The 2.8l diesel is also used in the new 70 Series.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Kirk, How do the Australians feel about losing the tailgate mounted spare tire and 40 gallon fuel capacity that used to come with their beloved Prado?🤔 Will their Diesel engines be impacted by Toyota's recent emission failures?🤫 How many variants of the 4Runner do they get?😛 When it comes to pickups and SUVs, I am only jealous of their $22,000 Hilux Workmate with the legendary 2TR-FE engine and their access to the Land Cruiser 70 Series 🤩 When it comes to cars, they are awfully fortunate to have the GR Yaris we are denied.

[@electrikoptik]

Plenty of 300-series LC in OZ with tailgate mounted spare and bigger fuel tank. It’s called strong aftermarket support.

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

😮WoW 😳!!

[@kellbob4726]

So nothing but Hybrid for the US not surprising Toyota can keep it

[@northbee15]

4Runner is not sold in Australia - it's only sold in N-America and a few South American countries. A right hand steering 4Runner does not exist. What Australia gets, that's kind of similar is the Toyota Fortuner.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@northbee15 I was a rhetorical question.

[@matthewhuszarik4173]

The towing difference is probably due to different regulations. More than the absolute ability to tow.

[@MissouriAdventures]

The main reason most of us overlanders want a diesel is for the fuel range. That’s usually one of the most limiting factors for US spec vehicles. I’d rather have the range, but after owning 4 different diesel cars & trucks, they get expensive to repair. Not to mention they are more expensive than to fuel and that eats up all of the mpg savings. But, if I won the lottery I would for sure have a V8 turbo diesel Land Cruiser or two in my fleet.

[@damilolaakanni]

I think the Land Cruiser Prado in Australia gets more features than the US models because they don't get the Lexus GX (historically they didn't get the first and 2nd generation GX). They get the NX, the RX and the LX, but not the GX. I don't know why Lexus does that, but that's just how it is.

[@KirkKreifels]

They get gx now

[@damilolaakanni]

​@KirkKreifels they're getting it for the first time then.

[@normanli7085]

​@damilolaakanni just like America and Canada are getting the prado land cruiser for the first time

[@AbrahamArthemius]

Australia will get the GX as well for this generation. I figure the reason why Toyota chose to use the old 2.8L engine for the new LC250/Prado is because it is the more conservative option and to better differentiate the GX & the Prado in terms of power cause the 2.4L Turbo Hybrid doesn't really fall behind the Twin Turbo V6 power figures by that much and can potentially get far better fuel economy.

[@Mark.AUS.]

⁠@@KirkKreifelsFinally we will have every LC variation with Toyota and Lexus, so 70 series, 300 series, LC Prado, Lexus LX(300 series) and now Lexus GX(LC Prado).

[@matthewhuszarik4173]

The hybrid is far better on brakes than non-hybrid especially if you know how to drive a hybrid.

[@chrispnw2547]

Brakes

[@matthewhuszarik4173]

@@chrispnw2547 Thanks, autocorrect strikes again.

[@SuperSaqer]

We’re getting both the T24A and the non-48V 2.8L diesel here in the GCC. I suspect we’ll be getting the T24A hybrid at some point.

[@AbrahamArthemius]

It's just a matter of "the grass is greener of the other side" type of thing in terms of engine option. The 2.8 diesel won't have the same level of power than the new 2.4L Turbo Hybrid Petrol, but it is a proven engine that's been really reliable. The new 2.4L Turbo Hybrid has far more power & torque but we need to see how it will goes in the long run for reliability.

[@shivamarya5225]

Diesel is cheaper and gets better mileage

[@BuRNingFLaN]

Also with the new hybrid-- there is way more campsite capability with the standard 2400 watt inverter--!🎉🎉

[@snoopy13946]

What is the fuel tank capacity for the diesel?

[@akar2755]

It's funny because I've seen dealer markup examples in the USA trying to sell the LandCruiser (Prado) 250 for the similar price as the v6 LandCruiser 300 in Australia, even when accounting for exchange rates.

[@tonysambar]

Australian here with a new Landcruiser Prado on order. When I get it I will throw the 3rd row of seats away, if you want lots of passengers buy a bus. Impossible to sell a gas powered offroad vehicle here, very few want one. Diesel gives far better range and longevity, which suites our unique driving conditions - bloody long way to the next town.😂

[@byhsu6140]

I prefer the Diesel because it comes with a 3rd row seat.

[@mez6256]

In Saudi Arabia We have both the 2.4T petrole And 2.8 T diesel

[@mohammeds5458]

على فكره هذا الأمريكي غبي ولا يفهم فقط يعطيك معلومات من منظوره القاصر

[@LolusSIATehnika]

I ordered one, you need to come to Latvia to try EU diesel version with no hybrids… ;)

[@blackwatch7151]

diesel is 40 cents a litre more in my province so I'll take the gas option.

[@bombardierboerboels]

Does the battery stop the back seats laying flat

[@AlphaOmega333]

I’m dying to see your review!!!

[@swallis1236]

No talk of any First Editions in the Toyota’s Aussie news. Also disappointing is the diff lock and SDM now being in the top of the range “Altitude”. I was hoping the GXL+ would have it as standard

[@chernowitz]

Diesel engines these days are cleaner than all used gasoline cars. That’s a fact. America is missing out on a lot of cars and engines from most manufacturers.

[@mercboy111]

What I think the US market is missing out is the LC300 both petrol and diesel variants. None of this four cylinder downsizing does it justice. I’m from SEA and we get both the LX600 and LC300 twin turbo V6 diesel 😊 It’s a shame that emissions are limiting what is being sold there.

[@imopn]

Love the 2.8 diesel. Still wish they had a GR offroad version with the V6 diesel Of course also sad it doesn't have the split doors at the back

[@EchoAccord]

The vehicle just came out

[@amode8761]

As you probably know, mild hybrid has been used by other car companies for many years now, I feel like Toyota could have been using it for their diesels (and other BoF vehicles) for years now… as for the tech not changing the peak power and torque, could this be because it provides this assistance upfront so both curves would start off high then the non mild hybrid versions but then the tech cuts off before the diesel reaches its 150kW and 500Nm?

[@GearUpind]

People don’t buy gas powered engines in Asia and Oz’s region for over-landing 4x4 and Toyota’s 2.8L diesel is bread and butter in all Toyota body on frame trucks Hilux,fortuner,70 Series,Hilux camp and Innova crysta

[@uosuv]

North America is lucky to have GX550 available. We have the hilux in the UK but we don’t get any GX here probably due to emissions regulations not met by the v6, but that thing is GORGEOUS…We’ll probably only get the 2.8 turbo diesel hybrid for our Land Cruisers too😕

[@mohammeds5458]

You will get the Prado in the UK, if I'm not mistaken, right?

[@faheemabbas3965]

@@mohammeds5458yeah. But I’m pretty sure that even in the UK, it will be called simply the “Land Cruiser” without the Prado name because the LC300 isn’t sold there. Just like the US and Canada.

[@uosuv]

@@mohammeds5458 yes the Prado will comply be called Land Cruiser here cuz we don’t get the larger version

[@mohammeds5458]

Guys, I know that the Prado is called the Land Cruiser in the UK, Europe, and North America. Even in Japan, it will be called the Land Cruiser 250, while they have the Land Cruiser. I'm using the term Prado because we have the Land Cruiser, and I won't get confused. We will soon get the Prado. My question is, why would you be upset for not having the GX when you will get the Prado in the UK?

[@EchoAccord]

Im just gonna say it, but im glad the new land cruiser is not third row, we have too many 3rd row vehicles in America, give people an option of a midsized suv, the santa fe is now third row, there aren't many options.

[@deet4895]

Land Cruiser Prado!!!!

[@Freynightwalker]

I will be happy to get the North American Land Cruiser up here in Canada, although I will likely have to wait 2-3 years when more units become available. I would not buy the diesel.

[@rickmontelongo4230]

Diesel trucks are nothing but problems here in America to much restrictions not like the have in Australia 🤷‍♂️stick to regular engine my thoughts . Thanks for that information though I appreciate your time brother 🤙🏾

[@ronramos1613]

Finally! Thanks for saying this. Many in the media simply say that this is the new Land Cruiser, but it is partially true. Because this is not the proper replacement to the LC200. Many compare this with the old LC200 when these are largely different vehicles.

[@AbrahamArthemius]

That is true because the Land Cruiser itself has branched into three different models for quite some time. - LC300 (previously LC200) for the big luxury model with all the gadgets. - LC250 (previously LC150) for those who wanted a slightly smaller model and a bit more affordable. - LC70 (nearly unchanged since the 80s) for those who really want a truly bare bones vehicle as a workhorse.

[@ronramos1613]

@@AbrahamArthemius 200% correct! It wouldn't be an apples-to-apples comparison to the 200 series

[@GTAYLOR1972]

I am just happy we got the Land Cruiser back... :). Not crazy about the hybrid only powertrain but beggars can't be choosers. Also it seems the car world is headed hybrid only for ICE engines anyway until they are phased out.

[@carspotting4325]

I am kind of jealous we don't get the hybrid when it gets released

[@alwayne5932]

Kirk that HILUX is a Legendary pickup truck no doubt…in my country Jamaica they get them too to me they seems tougher than the TACOMA not that am saying the TACO ain’t good but man that HILUX is something else 😁& oh they all so have the PRADO too

[@miguelbaker5466]

That Hilux literally built like tanks! Same as Philippines and Australia

[@alwayne5932]

@@miguelbaker5466 yeah they really Rock solid no doubt..😁😁

[@induction7895]

If it’s 27mpg, I am not missing anything.

[@Appalachianventure]

If we got the diesel Landcruiser here, I’d order yesterday. I don’t want this faux LC hybrid turbo crap!

[@torokun]

I just wish we have a manual option. :(

[@Eugen-E]

Automatic is better for offroad vehicles.

[@ytj22]

An outside chance that 4Runner might get that.

[@HailCaesar-lm4bq]

Diesel be my choice

[@rickmontelongo4230]

If your a diy and love to work on your own vehicle like me avoid the Hybrid just get the regular 4 cylinder also who cares about about what the Australians get but, thanks for checking on it though 🤷‍♂️

[@matthewhuszarik4173]

Exactly how many Land Cruisers does Toyota sell in Australia they have a lot fewer people than Texas just a few more than Florida? Australia buys 42,000 Land Cruisers a year while the US buys 145,000 4Runners. If Toyota offered all the same variants of the Land Cruiser in North America they do in Australia they would easily outsell Australia.

[@Dinolobe376]

I’d rather have the North American gas/hybrid than the diesel one. Less power, less torque, more expensive fuel and maintenance. Doesn’t make any sense to me in our market

[@ft304]

I'm also jealous that the Australians get the i4 2.8L diesel. But at least we don't get the hundreds of species of things here that can kill us like down under.

[@KirkKreifels]

I live in Florida. Lots of things can kill you here lol.

[@iainfenwick2433]

The 2.8l diesel wont produce 150kw or 201hp it will be 142kw or 185hp.

[@alengreen589]

amazing offroader 👍👌

[@ce1655]

Diesel all the way. Cheaper to own in the long run, will last longer, don't have to buy another battery down the road, and towing....

[@faheemabbas3965]

Yeah, we better be careful who we vote for and maybe we can get one in 10 years…

[@youarerightboss]

That 4 cylinder turbo is a deal breaker for me

[@alexsmba]

That’s cos you’re still brainwashed from the displacement is proportional to strength, performance, durability and penis size. I’m sure Toyota cares about the loss.

[@netsiteing]

The engine you're getting in the US is much better than the aging 2.8L Diesel ... you're getting much better Horsepower and Torque. 48v tech is not that great, the hybrid tech you get in US is better. I hope Toyota brings the petrol-hybrid engine down-under. As for the variants - although we get 5 models, the 4x4 one is missing 3 rows.

[@timfreeman2603]

Always late in the 2.8

[@LeoTheShortGuy]

Cool

[@yolo_burrito]

Wait? Nobody has any problems with the turbos in the diesel? The comments in ever other LC video has a bunch of commenters bellyaching about the snail.

[@makatron]

I'll take the 2.8L diesel all day, it's been proven here with the Hilux.

[@MichaelAllen-td1uu]

If I lived in region that goes below zero I would rather have petrol engine.

[@Eugen-E]

USA doesn't need that diesel because it will be very very slow with only 200hp.

[@antoniodavis8266]

Exactly its far too weak for the us market. 201 hp,Can u imagine keeping up with traffic with the horse power of base engine Camry on the interstate towing 5k plus holding up traffic.

[@dystopia-usa]

Japanese companies stereotype, neglect & ignore the US/NA market in all sorts of ways compared to other global markets with their vehicle offerings. Pretty much all the vehicles that I really like & would like to own/drive aren't sold in the US/NA market.

[@Eugen-E]

Some people in Europe thinks vice versa 😂

[@netwilk]

You can thank CAFE for that

[@321thach]

The 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander with the 2.4L hybrid engine is faster than the 2024 Toyota Sequoia TRD Pro. The new LandCruiser Prado with the 2.4L hybrid is smaller and lighter it should be faster and get better MPG than those two vehicles. The 2.8L diesel and the 2.4L hybrid MPG are about the same but the 2.8L diesel are a proven reliable engine the 2.4L hybrid are new we don’t know how reliable it is yet

[@lx4118]

Someone needs to tell Toyota to stop with the 4 cylinders crap and bring V6 back. Paying 50k+ for a 4 cylinders is outrageous

[@lx4118]

Do they pay you not to talk about V6 ?

[@skylermarsh5193]

Watch this is gonna get chopped in australia. Search chopped landcruiser or patrol

[@onenessacts238]

The new 250 land cruiser is just a re-bodied 300 series. Been preaching this for almost a year now. New times for the land cruiser line

[@DJ_BROBOT]

I wouldnt buy this new Landcruiser until they fix that cheap looking front end of this truck, It looks like the designers lost their will to live when they designed that front end. Looks cheap and basic. The Launch Edition face should be the look for all these Landcruisers. What were they thinking...its not even better than the FJ Cruiser front end .

[@avdp9095]

What a nonsense

[@bobbyjones2112]

Why would they name one of their cars the lunch edition? 😂🍔🍟🌭🌮🍕

[@paul_t_kendall]

The population of Australia is 26 million. There's been that many illegal immigrants enter the US the last 10 years. 😂 North America needs more options Toyota! 😆

[@barneyboyle6933]

Cringey thumbnails make me unsub