Probably one of the best clear review I have watched
@Designandrew10 жыл бұрын
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.
@vasilileung22046 жыл бұрын
superspeeed is that car still going strong mate?
@jorgehadweh68585 жыл бұрын
@@vasilileung2204 I do ask the same
@jorgehadweh68585 жыл бұрын
is that car still going strong mate?
@James307608112 жыл бұрын
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 :)
@ahmedjan36706 жыл бұрын
I have a v4. It's a beast guys! I've travelled on sand dunes for days! It's really powerful!
@johneldepresso5 жыл бұрын
Ahmed Jan the 3rz/2tr is an Inline 4 not a V4
@robnaudi11 жыл бұрын
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.
@pedroelmo68457 жыл бұрын
the diesel turbo is a way better option, I get almost 2000 km on a highway run on a full tank.
@wadefor-life69056 жыл бұрын
a guy from oz what engine size and is that 180L tank
@johneldepresso6 жыл бұрын
a guy from oz but it lacks the power the v6 provides
@LeonelFNicaragua5 жыл бұрын
Do you know how the 180l system works? As for how to know wich tank is in use
@YomAlwa3eed4 жыл бұрын
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
@Eirehunter224 жыл бұрын
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
@OnTheDirt12 жыл бұрын
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.
@stillEC11 жыл бұрын
Hi On The Dirt, thanks a lot for the information. You just saved me from an endless search!
@James307608112 жыл бұрын
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-u5k9 ай бұрын
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.
@OnTheDirt12 жыл бұрын
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!!
@OnTheDirt11 жыл бұрын
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...
@YuriMagno4 жыл бұрын
Great tips. Are they still good in 2020?
@The_Touring_Jedi3 жыл бұрын
Models 2021 should be better regarding engine problems.
@The_Touring_Jedi3 жыл бұрын
anyway I will stick to 4.0 V6 petrols have lots of power.
@triggerjc11 жыл бұрын
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
@gibbethoskins86218 жыл бұрын
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.r55505 жыл бұрын
@I'm Still Alive you dont know fuck all . Just shut up.🤮🤮🤮
@YomAlwa3eed4 жыл бұрын
@@big.r5550 they need more maintenance than petrol
@big.r55504 жыл бұрын
@@YomAlwa3eed bullshit.! I've owned both diesel and petrol cars ..same.maintenance..!
@Jer0tube4 жыл бұрын
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 )
@YomAlwa3eed4 жыл бұрын
@@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. 🤓
@kjbbjhjbhbmhvhv91586 жыл бұрын
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
@MrSnakekaplan8 жыл бұрын
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.
@E39M5SPEED3 жыл бұрын
Got a 2004 GX470 today with a V8 for $3500 with 176k miles.
@OnTheDirt12 жыл бұрын
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.
@robertkeane98876 жыл бұрын
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
@eclipsegaming35085 жыл бұрын
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.
@OnTheDirt5 жыл бұрын
What year model diesel? Read all the comments and discussion below, it explains the Petrol/Diesel argument for this year model car.
@YomAlwa3eed4 жыл бұрын
that's because you haven't tried the 4.0
@nicovmods11 жыл бұрын
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.
@nevilleharrison12 жыл бұрын
Great video John. Informative and practical.
@OnTheDirt12 жыл бұрын
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.
@richardwilliamjohnson85666 жыл бұрын
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?)
@MrAndreCoutinho9 ай бұрын
Agreed, in a car like this, what you really want is torque, and the diesel delivers.
@Scourgewor4 жыл бұрын
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.
@OnTheDirt4 жыл бұрын
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.
@balkangetaway7 жыл бұрын
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!!
@OnTheDirt11 жыл бұрын
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.
@triggerjc11 жыл бұрын
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.
@Sarmiento5915 жыл бұрын
Thank you..Great video
@OnTheDirt12 жыл бұрын
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.
@OnTheDirt12 жыл бұрын
The TD is just underpowered compared with the petrol, but still a reliable engine and at 130k it is only just run in :-)
@alihassanjuma12 жыл бұрын
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
@jibinpaul567512 жыл бұрын
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
@SoundPon311 жыл бұрын
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
@LLCoolPass2 жыл бұрын
no one has that bumper / steel bumper in usa... who sells it and what's its model name / maker ? gx 470 owner here
@paolofortuni930510 жыл бұрын
Please make a review on a 2003 Montero sport or Challenger as it is called in Australia!
@mazdamedia59957 жыл бұрын
Great looking track, where is this?
@danieljohn5894 жыл бұрын
Turon NP, NSW
@gladysngobeni44062 жыл бұрын
Where is the nearest place to fix prado 4x4 2004 model
@1980Lazy19804 жыл бұрын
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.
@stillEC11 жыл бұрын
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?
@dahaproject34984 жыл бұрын
what about offroad with 2TR engine?
@OnTheDirt12 жыл бұрын
Yep, apparently it's normal.
@stillEC11 жыл бұрын
Yes they really sound alike, maybe they sampled it. But I would like to find this one. Thanks anyways!
@kyza71010 жыл бұрын
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..3 жыл бұрын
Who cares about fuel consumption when you have a 180l tank? The person paying to fill it up.Me.
@wildcrawls6 жыл бұрын
where is the place in Australia is this?
@OnTheDirt6 жыл бұрын
It is on the Turon River, Just out of Lithgow, NSW.
@frankydee16458 жыл бұрын
Is the Toyota Landcruiser Prado KDJ120R diesel a good reliable option?
@jakbuji79817 жыл бұрын
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.
@gladysngobeni44062 жыл бұрын
Is using petrol
@mattls17 жыл бұрын
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....
@danieljohn5894 жыл бұрын
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.
@05hit12 жыл бұрын
That's just the rubber mounted body moving relative to the chassis mounted bullbar.
@modvs16 жыл бұрын
Is that a 1gr-fe engine?
@johneldepresso6 жыл бұрын
modvs1 yes
@dilix955 жыл бұрын
Diesel is better, D4D
@Ara1988269 жыл бұрын
are all engines offered with a manual transmission ?
@OnTheDirt9 жыл бұрын
Ara J Good question... I'm not sure. Would need to do some research!
@Ara1988269 жыл бұрын
On The Dirt thank you , because I'm big fan of manual and can't even stand automatics at all
@caleb19229 жыл бұрын
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
@CrazyDragonCross9 жыл бұрын
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.
@CrazyDragonCross9 жыл бұрын
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.
@SmacSA12 жыл бұрын
really? get the petrol v6? i would of thought the fuel consumption was a bit higher than 13-15 around town
@kingskings96215 жыл бұрын
Wht is the average of Land crusier prado average petrol 2006 vx
@canadiandigs5 жыл бұрын
What is that noise? Belt squeal? Bearing gone?
@OnTheDirt5 жыл бұрын
canadiandude it was the idler pulley. Had dust in it. Got replaced at the next service I believe.
meins kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4m6pJ-fpZ50oMk my Prado
@candyland50109 жыл бұрын
hal od you makc vedos
@Jadzo875 ай бұрын
Load of shit, they're all weapons... 120 !!!!
@fanculo15135 жыл бұрын
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