Toyota Prado Review - Used 4x4 4WD

[@dave9229]

Probably one of the best clear review I have watched

[@Designandrew]

We just purchased a 2003 grande, 140,000 kilometers, gold with bullbar and looks exactly like the one in this video. It's for my parents sot hey can tow their 2007 jayco caravan. They paid $21,000 for it. It's in fantastic condition. All the electronics still work, very nice. They could have gotten a newer suv for the cost like a kluger or ford territory however the prado even though it's ten years old is just so much more car for the money. It still looks great too. I drove it from sydney to western nsw and gotta say it is brilliant, 4 litre v6 just like my 2009 hilux but it is SO COMFORTABLE.. compared to the hilux.. you just melt into the seats and it's so smooth. Can't wait to take it off road too.

[@vasilileung2204]

superspeeed is that car still going strong mate?

[@jorgehadweh6858]

@@vasilileung2204 I do ask the same

[@jorgehadweh6858]

is that car still going strong mate?

[@James3076081]

Don't be fooled by the advice on engines, the diesel engine he mentions is the 1KZ-TE which was what prado's before 2007 were fitted with until toyota (in 2007) fitted the 1KD-FTV engine producing 127kw and 410nm of torque and as i have it in my car, i can tell you now that it does the job plenty good, if not better than the petrol and gets much better fuel economy figures (about 12l/100 city and 10 highway). 0-100 is about the same. Anyway good review i love this truck :)

[@ahmedjan3670]

I have a v4. It's a beast guys! I've travelled on sand dunes for days! It's really powerful!

[@johneldepresso]

Ahmed Jan the 3rz/2tr is an Inline 4 not a V4

[@robnaudi]

Great review. I own a 2009 Grande and drive with a few owners of the pre 2007 diesel versions. The difference in power is amazing, but that said, after market chips cost less than $1,000 and make a significant difference to the under power issue so don't be put off a 2003 -2006 diesel at the right price.

[@pedroelmo6845]

the diesel turbo is a way better option, I get almost 2000 km on a highway run on a full tank.

[@wadefor-life6905]

a guy from oz what engine size and is that 180L tank

[@johneldepresso]

a guy from oz but it lacks the power the v6 provides

[@LeonelFNicaragua]

Do you know how the 180l system works? As for how to know wich tank is in use

[@YomAlwa3eed]

then you spend the money you saved on fuel on 2 filters and more frequent oil changes at the end its the same. minus the hassle

[@Eirehunter22]

The newer 2005 1kd-Ftv 3.0d4d has 190hp and 420nm of torque.......that’s ocean’s of power.Providing it had its injector washers replacement done and you keep an eye on the pickup pipe in the sump they are a brilliant engine and 4x4

[@OnTheDirt]

Thanks Jimmy. It is a good point about the later models. Maybe I will do another video for the later model ones. I actually have a whole lot of video that I keep meaning to get around to doing more reviews. I have a 94 Pajero, 2000 Toyota Hilux and 98 Nissan Patrol reviews to finish.

[@stillEC]

Hi On The Dirt, thanks a lot for the information. You just saved me from an endless search!

[@James3076081]

Oh yes of course, lol the 1KZ-TE might be fine for the much lighter hilux but you were very right in saying that it just doesnt cut the mustard in a 2.5 tonne vehicle like the prado. I just thought it would be good to point out that if you are buying 07 or after the diesel (1KD-FTV) is probably the better choice than the petrol (1GR-FE). Other than that though loved the review mate I'll be subscribing :)

[@DeggFarmer-u5k]

We just got a 2003 Prado Manual with 105,000km in perfect condition for $14,000 We drove in the previous owners 2016 Prado and it was really uncomfortable on the bumps, I'm sure ours is way better! We plan to drive from Colombia to Argentina in it.

[@OnTheDirt]

I am assuming you are agreeing with the assessment of the pre 2007 diesel? Toyota made the right decision to change it to something that has some decent specs. I drove a 2004 diesel model for four days out in the forests and it was underpowered and very unimpressive. Typically I would usually always recommend a diesel over a petrol, but in the case of the Prados with the earlier diesel engine, the petrol is just the better option. Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@OnTheDirt]

Good to hear you love the car! The Grande does have all the gear and as a second hand car they are great value. The TD will be very reliable and fuel efficient and take you anywhere with 180L on board. Have fun with it and I might see you on the tracks...

[@YuriMagno]

Great tips. Are they still good in 2020?

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

Models 2021 should be better regarding engine problems.

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

anyway I will stick to 4.0 V6 petrols have lots of power.

[@triggerjc]

OHM26 Great video very professional, I brought a 2005 Grande 3.0 TD for my wife as she had always wanted one and took your advice on taking the time to well check it out like aircon filter and inner panels for red dust, cracks where the rear door mounts, and cracks in the dash plastics. also damage to under carriage and airbag system, as well as checking the oil pick up with inspection probe and injector seals as a replacement motor can be as much as $15,000.I love this car and enjoy driving it

[@gibbethoskins8621]

Not sure why he is talking down the diesels, I've heard that the diesels are awesome and more reliable/economical than the petrols. Just need a bit of tuning and an exhaust to get some more power out of them

[@big.r5550]

@I'm Still Alive you dont know fuck all . Just shut up.🤮🤮🤮

[@YomAlwa3eed]

@@big.r5550 they need more maintenance than petrol

[@big.r5550]

@@YomAlwa3eed bullshit.! I've owned both diesel and petrol cars ..same.maintenance..!

[@Jer0tube]

look up D4D cracked pistons, and the old school 1kzte diesels are slow, gutless, and just as costly to run as the 1grfe (4 Litre petrol )

[@YomAlwa3eed]

@@Jer0tube 2 filters to change more frequent oil changes cant sit for more than 4 days without a start especially in cold weather. smelly oily POS. 🤓

[@kjbbjhjbhbmhvhv9158]

I have had my gxl prado since 2004 and my husband has a 2007 hilux ute They are both diesel and still work great They are both great for 4wd and the prado is very comfortable However I am getting a new gxl land cruiser because my prado is getting a little old and worn out we will still be keeping the prado for a bush bashed If you are looking to buy a prado I def reccomend

[@MrSnakekaplan]

not long later the diesel engines were replaced with D4D's which while i think are still under powered they do perform pretty well. Since there are some many that haven't been offroad it is a viable option to buy, however having been offroad doesn't men the car will be shit by any stretch, just get it a service and ask the mechanic what it's condition is. Definitely try to buy with the mods as a "quick trip to ARB accessories" will set you back 10 to 15 grand...Modding is not cheap.

[@E39M5SPEED]

Got a 2004 GX470 today with a V8 for $3500 with 176k miles.

[@OnTheDirt]

Yeah, normally it would be difficult to beat the turbo diesel, but in this case the Prado TD is just too underpowered. 96kw is not enough. I drove one for 4 days in the forests around Canberra and it was terrible. The one in this video does 12.9 average around town.

[@robertkeane9887]

These Toyota land cruisers are bomb proof we have wone 2003 and it's has 258908 mph on it and it still drives fine it has being pulling cows sheep in a trailer up hills no problem the engine power brilliant and the engine never breaks down we bought it new and it's still going today and it wasn't a loveling tender care job it got serious abuse but Toyota can handle it love then to bit best built cars in the world

[@eclipsegaming3508]

the 4cyl diesels go hard, lots of acceleration. i own a diesel one and id never buy the petrol variant as its no way near as good.

[@OnTheDirt]

What year model diesel? Read all the comments and discussion below, it explains the Petrol/Diesel argument for this year model car.

[@YomAlwa3eed]

that's because you haven't tried the 4.0

[@nicovmods]

even tough, the 1KZ-TE does a pretty nice job. I got one in a 90 series shorty and i don't have problems towing trailers with them. They're quite fast too. One problem to mention tough is the clutch, it is the second already and i got about 180 000 kilometers on the '99 version. I'm doing 430 kilometers in my '96 80 series and it still doesn't show a hint of wearing.

[@nevilleharrison]

Great video John. Informative and practical.

[@OnTheDirt]

I'd be getting a Hilux. They are a great 4x4 Ute and you would get a nice one for about that money. I am actually in the middle of doing another video review on a 2000 model Hilux Ute. It should be up in about a week. It's a 4 door, but they are pretty good too.

[@richardwilliamjohnson8566]

He's right about the diesel option being slow, but that is literally the only problem. It shouldn't put you off unless you HAVE to win at every stoplight (so why are you getting this car in the first place?)

[@MrAndreCoutinho]

Agreed, in a car like this, what you really want is torque, and the diesel delivers.

[@Scourgewor]

You say in the comments the later 1KD is the better diesel option but there is one thing worth noting and that's reliability. Buy a 1KZ and you'll never have injector issues like the 1KD have. Put some contaminated fuel in the 1KD and say hello to 7.5k worth of repairs - they don't call them 'commonfail' for nothing. The 1KZ is by far the more durable option. Power isn't everything.

[@OnTheDirt]

True, If you're happy with the low power from the 1KZ, then it's an acceptable 4WD. But if you like a lot of power, then the V6 is the choice.

[@balkangetaway]

I'm looking for one 2005 3.0 l d4d. That's the European version. It's as expensive as a new small car but I want this one!!

[@OnTheDirt]

Hi StillEC, Just doing some investigations and have found that the band removed all their songs off iTunes. The band split up many years ago and you can no longer purchase their music online. Sorry for the broken link... I've removed it.

[@triggerjc]

I understand saying it is under powered for off road but for what my wife uses it for carting the kids around in comfort with in TV screens, fridge 8 seats, rear Air Con ect an low fuel cost and long range 180L tank it is great. I was worried about the V6 as I know personally of 3 that have blown up and needed complete engine replacement (serviced by toyota) I am no mechanic but that put me off them they had under 100k on the clock. all failing on a long haul hwy hill climb.

[@Sarmiento591]

Thank you..Great video

[@OnTheDirt]

I'd be getting an all terrain style tyre. I use the new Coopers A/T3 and they are great. I haven't always been a fan of Coopers, but these latest ones are very good. And I got over 100k out of the old ATR's so I have become a fan again. The other choices would be a Mickey Thompson or a BF Goodrich All Terrain variety. As far as PSI on the Bitumen, I always run mine at a fairly high pressure (between 40 and 45) to give the best stability, wear and handling.

[@OnTheDirt]

The TD is just underpowered compared with the petrol, but still a reliable engine and at 130k it is only just run in :-)

[@alihassanjuma]

it a very car it nearly goes every where but there is a problem with the a/c drain pipe position it drops water on the chassis and cause rust by the time as you will see in my video

[@jibinpaul5675]

I don't know if it's normal for it, but that bull bar looked like it was vibrating a lot over those rocks and when entering the water, is this ok or has the bots worked loose

[@SoundPon3]

And then there is the boat anchor 2H. Will never cross the line first but it will always cross. I've got an early 2H in my HJ47

[@LLCoolPass]

no one has that bumper / steel bumper in usa... who sells it and what's its model name / maker ? gx 470 owner here

[@paolofortuni9305]

Please make a review on a 2003 Montero sport or Challenger as it is called in Australia!

[@mazdamedia5995]

Great looking track, where is this?

[@danieljohn589]

Turon NP, NSW

[@gladysngobeni4406]

Where is the nearest place to fix prado 4x4 2004 model

[@1980Lazy1980]

Petrol is the only one to buy....Rubbish.... 1KZ-TE might be a little sluggish, but with over 350K on the odo, and never missed a beat - excellent reliable engine.

[@stillEC]

I can't find this song anywhere! Not even on iTunes (as indicated by the video owner). Does anyone know where I can find it?

[@dahaproject3498]

what about offroad with 2TR engine?

[@OnTheDirt]

Yep, apparently it's normal.

[@stillEC]

Yes they really sound alike, maybe they sampled it. But I would like to find this one. Thanks anyways!

[@kyza710]

Can u do this but for best first car like $5000 or less like 80s landy or swb pajero would be interesting to get advice from someone with a lot of 4x4 intel

[@Hahehhwgajshah72726..]

Who cares about fuel consumption when you have a 180l tank? The person paying to fill it up.Me.

[@wildcrawls]

where is the place in Australia is this?

[@OnTheDirt]

It is on the Turon River, Just out of Lithgow, NSW.

[@frankydee1645]

Is the Toyota Landcruiser Prado KDJ120R diesel a good reliable option?

[@jakbuji7981]

Franky Dee,They are extremely reliable and more in demand then petrol version,just look at this way in African safari they don't use Amazon RATHER prado.

[@gladysngobeni4406]

Is using petrol

[@mattls1]

V6? kidding yourself!! 18L per 100 on average!?! As a mechanic(running a 4wd workshop) i suggest you don't get a petrol one - v6 or particularly a 2.7L(Intended for a 2WD hilux but put in a prado to satisfy a cheap ass), and as if hp all that in off roaders.... makes FA difference in low range....

[@danieljohn589]

Lol, I wouldn't be touching either Prado diesels. If you are a mechanic as you say you are, you will know well good about the D4D issues and HG issues/cracked pistons on the earlier diesels. This is one of the only times the petrol is more reliable, we know plenty with over 400,000km. Go to the forums and see for yourself.

[@05hit]

That's just the rubber mounted body moving relative to the chassis mounted bullbar.

[@modvs1]

Is that a 1gr-fe engine?

[@johneldepresso]

modvs1 yes

[@dilix95]

Diesel is better, D4D

[@Ara198826]

are all engines offered with a manual transmission ?

[@OnTheDirt]

Ara J Good question... I'm not sure. Would need to do some research!

[@Ara198826]

On The Dirt thank you , because I'm big fan of manual and can't even stand automatics at all

[@caleb1922]

The Prado comes in Manual, but Turbo Diesel only. There is also an Automatic version but I'm not sure if it comes in diesel

[@CrazyDragonCross]

Ara J The turbo diesel 1KD/1KZ engine series comes with both auto and manual. The petrol 1GR engine only comes with auto. But I reckon manual ones are very rare. Not many people order new manual vehicles anymore at this day of age.

[@CrazyDragonCross]

Ara J The turbo diesel 1KD/1KZ engine series comes with both auto and manual. The petrol 1GR engine only comes with auto. But I reckon manual ones are very rare. Not many people order new manual vehicles anymore at this day of age.

[@SmacSA]

really? get the petrol v6? i would of thought the fuel consumption was a bit higher than 13-15 around town

[@kingskings9621]

Wht is the average of Land crusier prado average petrol 2006 vx

[@canadiandigs]

What is that noise? Belt squeal? Bearing gone?

[@OnTheDirt]

canadiandude it was the idler pulley. Had dust in it. Got replaced at the next service I believe.

[@weishen5938]

3:20 11s r u fking kidding me???

[@abokhalid212]

3:13

[@philaxnick7926]

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[@chinba333]

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[@yx274]

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[@yx274]

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[@yx274]

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[@dietershobbypakanal]

meins kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4m6pJ-fpZ50oMk my Prado

[@candyland5010]

hal od you makc vedos

[@Jadzo87]

Load of shit, they're all weapons... 120 !!!!

[@fanculo1513]

um My uncles stock v6 Prado 2005 with bull bar 6 inch lift and bigger wheels and tyres did 0 to 100 in 9 seconds not 11 seconds as he claims in the video

[@tyronebarnett537]

Really 6 inch lift