6 Reasons You Will Hate 2024 Land Cruiser!

Why you will hate 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser - 6 big reasons why. Plus my analysis and responses to your Land Cruiser comments.
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[@Toyotajeff]

My Torque News story: Next-gen RAV4 fans give redesign suggestions www.torquenews.com/6626/next-gen-toyota-rav4-coming-and-fans-offer-redesign-suggestions I would be thankful if you click the story to give me credit. thanks everyone! Jeff

[@rightlanehog3151]

More head and leg room are my suggestions for the next RAV4 as well as an upgrade to the 2.5 245 hp Hybrid system across the board! 🤩

[@imdoneguessing]

Which Land Cruiser is the best ? Answer: Yes.

[@pabo8080]

People aren't upset about the change from V8 to 4 cylinder because they are worried about power. They are complaining about it because a boosted 4 cylinder with electric assist won't last as long as the under stressed V8 or even the older sixes. You could buy an older Land Cruiser and pass it down to your kids.

[@largelarry2126]

I just towed a 3/4 ton Dodge Ram diesel on a 22' utility trailer with our 200 series Cruiser. Try doing that with the new one, nope never happen.

[@mcapone1980]

all dinosaur talk here. Look forward into the future!

[@global_east]

Spot on

[@safeandeffectivelol]

@@mcapone1980 reliability is dinosaur 🤡🤡🤡

[@rustynail7866]

@@safeandeffectivelol how you know?

[@daphoneguy934]

I am worried about the dealer markups.

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

yes , let the rich kids and dealers fight over them

[@MechShark]

If they do it, it won't last long. No one has any money. We're freefalling into the deep part of the recession.

[@indaydongtv5139]

absolutley!

[@jamesemanner9671]

Yep, for a First Edition our dealer wants $10K over! Hey, at 10K over they can keep it. I will go for the Lexus twin, the GX550. A Land Cruiser badge is not that important.

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

and a v6 @@jamesemanner9671

[@tmwei396]

The only thing I'll hate about it is the dealer markups.

[@philsmgb4393]

The only think I hate about the new Landcruiser is the 10K to 15K markup over MSRP.

[@user-gq2vn1xj2r]

We are headed toward a nasty recession, possibly stagflation. Give it a year and this will be a non-issue.

[@artieartya]

Used to be 90k. Now it’s 60k

[@brandon_leeroy135]

Dealer mark ups is what he's commenting on.

[@milesb4231]

Toyota thinks that tipping a dealer $15k for doing nothing is just American culture.

[@Frydee123]

The diesel version sold in Europe actually does have a 3rd row, and it's spacious enough that even tall adults, up to like 6' 3" can sit there in relative comfort

[@absolute.freedom]

NA v8 = strong reliability Stressed 4 cylinder/hybrid = premature failure/money pit

[@mondohoss1263]

Toyota put a Man Bun on the Land Cruiser...

[@Jmophoto_]

I’m worried about longevity of the drive train. The v8 easily went to 300k+. Add a turbo and hybrid system these won’t touch the reliability that the LC badge is pretty much known for

[@ras0ne]

From my observations...It seems over seas that there's more Land Cruisers diving around than Prados

[@1foreverr]

Toyota already has problems with turbos in the new V6 Tundras.

[@devildog5354]

$55K and up (probably over $60K with destination and taxes) with no options may be less expensive than the prior gen, but it's still beyond how much most American families should be spending on a vehicle...

[@mattclark1278]

$65k - $80k with teh dealer markups over MSRP. This idiot is a car salesman pulling everyone's chain.

[@artieartya]

You make NO sense

[@artieartya]

All you have to say is that it’s out of Your price range. Not in your budget. And eff off. lol.

[@starvinmarvin7964]

​@@artieartyaI think they're probably basing it off of the national family average take home pay. The majority of the country live paycheck to paycheck and cant afford to even save money for an emergency fund, so I would agree that most shouldn't be putting themselves in debt for a vehicle like this.

[@dougmanck4149]

That puppy is way overpriced

[@saucywings]

Ur kidding right? LC being almost 100K for almost a decade and this one is half the price. Don’t be poor

[@ras0ne]

I've had a 80, 100, and now 200 series...I've used my 3rd row like 3 times across all three models. What I am bent on, is the tailgate going away.

[@smintner]

I miss the tailgate

[@tiderider]

I love sitting on my LC200 tailgate on the beach.. ⛱️

[@youtubecarspottersguide1]

like the extreme mark up edition

[@guranshsingh3215]

Everyone be forgetting the sequoia exists

[@kevinw1090]

I am only going for its tough look. Since I would probably never go off road, so this is perfect for people like me.

[@whatsongisthis5691]

At least your honest lol. Most people are afraid to admit this

[@05EVORS]

​@@whatsongisthis5691lolz!

[@rcDoom]

It's a Costco Cruzer not a Land Cruzer

[@artieartya]

Ya, nope. Try again.

[@timbo_062]

With skid plates, sway bar disconnect, and locking center and rear differentials? Only if that’s how the owner chooses to use it.

[@roaddog7793]

How about a ssms club cruiser

[@Juan-os4hs]

My dad had the '76 and later '78 Land Cruiser, with the straight 6 and 4 speed manual in both, the only power window was the rear window. Good times. Now those were Land Cruisers.

[@wanted-33]

I like it, and would definitely be interested in buying one. However, by the time the Southern Toyota Distributors, and the dealers in my area get through with their add-ons, plus the Dealer mark-up, the MSRP will be irrelevant. So, I really don't see a new Land Cruiser in my future.

[@brandon_leeroy135]

That's where I'm at. I might try giving Car Edge a call to see if they have any way to help. If not maybe pick up a 4runner.

[@dylanfgarrison]

I am amazed that you didn’t talk about the rear cargo area and how the battery intrudes into the space giving you less vertical storage area.

[@isthisreallife5039]

I mean I agree with the cloth seats pricing arguement. It takes some mental gymnastics to understand how I can buy a $55000 4Runner and get everything Toyota has but a car starting at $55k doesn’t even give u auto seats or top trim stereo. It’s confusing.

[@atomicsmith]

This will be made in Japan on the “famous” land cruiser line, and Toyota will guarantee parts availability for 25 years. That’s what the words “land cruiser” mean.

[@mattclark1278]

You can't buy a $55k loaded 4Runner. Those are now $65k with dealer markup.

[@derrickp]

@@mattclark1278just bought a 4Runner at MSRP many dealers are MRSP dealers

[@tonydoggett7627]

I drive a 2017 turbo diesel GX forturer 4WD in Australia, very basic with cloth trim & manual seats. It has a factory/stock 2 inch lift & rear diff lock. Love it on and off road. 🇦🇺🦘

[@davidparkin9017]

I would have gone way smaller. If it was up to me, Length 186, width 72, height 66, wheelbase 108, ground clearance 10, weight 4,000 lbs, a 4 litre 340 horsepower inline six cylinder for simplicity and reliability. Dual injection, Solid axles so you never need a wheel alignment, swichable 2wd, 4wd high and low. Eight speed automatic. Mild hybrid option. Seats that adjust to fold fully flat. Headunit that is integrated into the dashboard not sticking up. A price point just under $50K. A wheel/tire package with real sidewalls and better ride quality like 275/60/18.

[@gearmonkey5904]

I know it’s hard to like a vehicle for $55k that doesn’t come with the proper engine or seats (cloth)

[@JK-tz6kk]

The only concerns I have is the dealership ADM. Why can't you guys just do MSRP (Monroney) and not add an addendum sticker. These rigs will be modified as soon as they leave the lot. Therefore, I'm out and will find a 1958 several years down the road from a private party and pay cash. That's what I did with my FJC TT, which is still my daily driver. Thanks Jeff!

[@dCoosh]

Literally the best chicken noodle soup: This recipe is full of chicken, sliced carrots, celery, and tender wide noodles. It’s a classic homemade soup seasoned and cooked to perfection. Perfect for warming up during the winter or comforting loved ones who aren’t feeling well.

[@davidmclean1680]

Is it me or does this feel like an ad for a Manhattan electronics store from the 1980s?

[@jsprite123]

Hi Jeff, those prices you mentioned are MSRP. Real world prices are $5-10K more. The new LC's are basically glorified 4Runners. For that, I'd stick with my 5th gen 4Runner.

[@Toyotajeff]

True I cannot predict what every dealership will sell them at :)

[@shemraschke]

Just don't pay it. With my 4runner I just looked country wide. You can find the normal dealers if you feel like driving.

[@mattclark1278]

Try $10k - $20k more. Rav4 Hybrids are currently going $10-$12k **over** MSRP, Sorry Toyota - none of your products are THAT good...

[@user-tb7rn1il3q]

@@mattclark1278Your comment didn’t age well. They can’t give them away now.

[@mattclark1278]

@@user-tb7rn1il3q Wrong. Show me a dealer in California that is charging less than MSRP for a Rav4 Hybrid or LC. I'll even give you Sequoia, 4Runner, Tundra and Tacomas. Go. Spoiler: there are none. The Dealers and Wholesalers still have prices pegged at MSRP+

[@rightlanehog3151]

Jeff, My first concern is the placement of the spare tire. Just about every serious off road SUV you can name places the spare on the tailgate for ready access and that is not an option as it was on the last Prado. My second concern is the current absence of a 2 door model with manual transmission. For decades the mid-size (Prado) Land Cruiser offered these options.🤔

[@TheRayDog]

4Runner is below, and much preferred. It is so rare to use a spare, even offroading hardcore in a Jeep.

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@TheRayDog The 4Runner is the exception that proves the rule. Land Cruiser 70 Series, Wrangler, Bronco, FJ Cruiser, G-Wagon, Defender and the new Ineos all place the spare on the tailgate where it won't be caked in mud or slathered in road salt and grime. The last generation of Toyota Land Cruiser Prado also offered a tailgate mounted spare across the globe. Buyers who chose that option got upgraded fuel capacity of nearly FORTY! gallons. 🤩

[@atomicsmith]

@@rightlanehog3151I agree, they should have put the battery lower where the spare is, and put a spare carrier on the back.

[@steffenchristmas1987]

I'm sure the aftermarket will have an option available pretty quickly. That'll free up space for an extra tank underneath for longer range touring. I'm sure the Australians will find a solution.

[@noyota]

You could, like the 70 Series, enjoy the flimsy Hilux gearbox...... Thank God for that lovely Aisin torque converter automatic.

[@ecbray7734]

New LC things to hate: 1. Non folding rear hatch. 2. Unproven Hybrid powertrain in water/snow/rocks. 3. Lack of availability 4. Dealer markup

[@greatpariscars]

How about the 8.3 inches of ground clearance? 4Runner currently has 9.6. What a step backward for a vehicle touted to be an off-road beast.

[@Jojo-ni2cg]

so true!!!

[@mt00a]

The new Lexus GX550 will take over that title, maybe? Time will tell.

[@russjowett2137]

My wife’s Rav4 LE has 8.4” Of ground clearance. As per Google. Hmmm🤔

[@Jojo-ni2cg]

HAAAAA love it@@russjowett2137

[@mark2073]

They put little 31" tires on it so you can put on your own tires, that probably accounts for a lot of that reduced clearance.

[@blueplanet1048]

This is a 4cyl FJ cruiser definitely not a full scale Land Cruiser. The Lc300 Land Cruiser is much larger and much more luxuries there is almost no comparison. I still think it should’ve had the 6 cyl option.

[@faheemabbas3965]

This is technically the Prado, but they killed that nameplate for this generation. I looked on Toyota's global newsroom website and they're calling this just the "Land Cruiser 250 series".

[@dennisleahy4837]

Really Nice reviewing this vehicle and the points you made….spot on! I really like this vehicle. Looking forward to hearing about option packages.

[@tareqiyzmohd3567]

Americans don't compare the land cruiser 200 series with this Land cruiser Prado 250 guys!!! its a prado the midsize LC suv

[@jackbauer9077]

I love it, but wish it had a 4.0 V6 option worried about life of 4cyl engine but price seems right. I might buy one in a couple years after I see how they are doing.

[@rightlanehog3151]

I don't know if it will be sold in other markets with the 4.0 V6 but some places will get the 2.7 4cylinder from the current Tacoma.

[@faheemabbas3965]

apparently the hyrbid power in the 4-cylinder covers most of the low-end power and the turbo-engine and hybrid work together on the rest. This is so that the engine technically doesn't get too stressed. I think even Toyota themselves said that the engine had been tested for 1 million miles.

[@jackbauer9077]

@@faheemabbas3965 that’s awesome to hear! I got a Tacoma, just paid it off, and I really don’t want another car payment but I can see me saving some $$$ and in a couple years getting one, I really want a SUV for 2nd car and this seems to be the best, would love a 4Runner with 4.0 but the used prices are insane and only way to buy a Toyota is new so you don’t have to deal with high miles and crazy prices. I think all this turbo/hybrid stuff I’d much rather trust Toyota than ford or any others, they seem to get things right and make cars that will last!

[@rustyshackleford7288]

One thing you guys don't get cause you didn't go to college. There is no replacement for displacement 😅 smaller engine has less displacement. Torque and horse power don't matter if it blows from wieght

[@dcoidua]

I really like the look of this, but I just can't replace my V8 4runner with a 4cyl.

[@Toyotajeff]

Wouldn’t this 4-Cyl turbo hybrid have more power than your V8? Just asking

[@OldDood]

@@Toyotajeff Maybe however the *Naturally Asperated V8* will LIVE a lot longer then ANY Turbo Engine.

[@dcoidua]

@@Toyotajeff Yes, undoubtedly. But I like the immediate torque that a V8 can provide and I’m not gonna spend 55-65k on a vehicle that tows less then my current 16 year old SUV.

[@SauerkrautX]

​@@OldDoodbingo

[@octoslut]

@@dcoidua actually buddy iforce max hybrid will have better starting torque than your old weak pansy v8

[@Jojo-ni2cg]

Love the look ,but not sure of a 4 cylinder turbo with a battery for long term reliability -time will tell how long the battery and turbo will last.

[@scoldschoolmusic1614]

Not into the hybrid either.

[@mark2073]

It looks like the batteries add a hump in the back reducing space and height to stretch out and sleep.

[@binabihi8026]

Yes, I agree.... And from what I heard the batteries are expensive to replace.

[@mojo4376]

Hard “Pass”

[@kevinbates3575]

I am glad they went smaller. They were getting too large for trailing well. The smaller engine will probably not be as reliable. Hopefully it's better than the ecoboost in the Bronco!

[@heroatlarge8574]

Love the two tone paint job - reminds me of the FJ Cruiser.

[@samroscoe944]

Its interesting as an Australian hearing the LC Prado (LC250 in the US) being compared to the LC200. Over here we have the Land Cruiser Prados which are like the little brothers of the Land Cruiser 200s and 300s, and this is the new Prado... So for us it makes total sense that it isnt as big and is a 4cyl, but i can totally see why many US buyers would be very confused lol.

[@Jojo-ni2cg]

with all auto makers its all about our carbon foot print emissions and these models will not be as dependable as the out going models forsure-

[@edmendez1745]

I love the new LC. I think Toyota nailed it. The 200 series didn't exactly sell like hot cakes. Why? Too expensive. Deplorable gas mileage. Useless 3rd row. And huuuge... (although not that much bigger than this one). Honestly, like you said, this slots perfectly above the 4Runner price wise. I personally hate leather seats, so I'm thrilled about the cloth seats on the 1958 edition. I have been waiting for the new 4Runner, but seeing how close they are priced, I may wait a bit more, wait for the guaranteed dealer markups to die down and just get an LC.

[@davidheaton6206]

I use my third row in my 100 series. Not great but certainly not useless!

[@odeiraoloap]

Except the 200 doing so poorly in the USA *didn't make sense* in the grand scheme of things. The 200 sold like hotcakes in Australia, Asia, and especially the Middle East. Toyota in their infinite wisdom, however, did ZERO ADVERTISING for it and instead pushed the mall-crawler-only Sequoia because "more space" instead of pushing the same suv the UN deploys to warzones and natural disasters...

[@seikocitizenwatches]

Toy should have named it Land Cruiser Jr.

[@mahfoozrehman5311]

The Tacoma is my favorite

[@zuhawk15]

I’m liking the manual.

[@chrisfoxwell4128]

What's the over/under for when the turbos begin to fail and it goes from 300hp to 100hp.

[@safeandeffectivelol]

That's my concern too. The turbos do not last long

[@absolute.freedom]

😂

[@SigAXG320]

I think this is way overblown. Toyotas have been doing turbos since the 80's with certain cars. Made in Japan + toyota's track record= pretty solid reliability

[@marcusb1758]

Dude, you're really good at making content. I feel like a lot of others lack the charisma you have. Subscribed.

[@jazumi7798]

I’m all in. Saving now. Will go 1958 pulling an OPUS 4. Full ARB aftermarket package. Not concerned about any of these concerns.

[@ishaqthkr]

That 1958 with whatever you wanna stick to it will look better than anything out there

[@npitts117]

This and the new Saquoia are Frankencars. It's hard to comprehend how a new ground-up design can have the batteries simply suck in the back rising 5+ inches above the tailgate opening. It's like the left hand doesn't know what the right hand is doing. I understand that integrating the batteries into the floor will take time but I'll pass on these until they get that done.

[@dfense434]

Better in the 4cylinder? Yes maybe for the first two years. That is a lot of stress on the 4cyl. The old land cruiser was a 300k to 400k vehicle in mileage life. Doubting this one will do the same.

[@AusMiner]

In Australia, that isn't a Land Cruiser - it's the smaller Prado. The Land Cruiser now has a V6 diesel (they dropped the V8 with the intro of the new 300 series). The 2.8 diesel in this new Prado is what we have had here for years in the HiLux ute. They are gutless and known for problems. While this new model is a huge improvement on the current Prado we have here, the engine choice is going to cost them a lot of sales.

[@zerochance8581]

Needed 6 cyl engine choice and 3rd row option. It’s a Prado not an 80 series but a much better change in direction from the bloated and ultra plush unobtainium 200 and 300/ LX600 LC’s. It will be nice not looking for a gas station every 225 miles.

[@ImperatorCaesar22]

Yeah I agree, especially if it was a turbo v6 without the hybrid system. Removing the hybrid system would help reduce the upgrade cost anyways

[@no_name4aday]

Get the gx v6 and 3rd row

[@JA-re8gi]

I really like the new design, but the hybrid battery third row delete option is disappointing.

[@emmanuelmwakibolwa735]

The Land Cruiser PRADO now has joined the class of rugged cars like the LC FJ and LC 70 series. We used to enjoy the TREAMLINED PRADO as a SUV State Car just second to LC 200 and LC 300. We hope the streamlined FORTUNA won't be rugged.

[@Cowdog1]

I'm curious about how much mechanical stuff can break with two power plants...??

[@no_name4aday]

Ask some prius owners its not new tech

[@absolute.freedom]

​@@no_name4adayask the landfills full of toxic batteries.

[@Rbdr1111]

Yea Toyotas are Known for breaking down lol

[@christina3521]

Watch these because you are fun (and informative) and fit nicely in the trunk🤣. PS if this has the same easy scratch soft interior plastics as my ‘21 Rav that’s horrific for the $$$.

[@Toyotajeff]

Haha thank you :)

[@RCohen-cq6oh]

Seeing the direction Toyota is headed in just reaffirms my reasoning for purchasing a 2023 4Runner Limited.

[@bobd1103]

i heard the 2024 land cruiser in Canada (North America) only takes premium gas, can i put regular gas in ?

[@Michael-ii9fs]

Let's be clear...the Land Cruiser is a vehicle that was NEVER supposed to have a third row. Ever. Some troop carrier configs sort of made sense for the Japanese military back in the day, but that is a whole different configuration. For civilian POV use, this is not primarily a soccer mom tike carrier or similar concrete jungle taxi of whatever sort. It CAN be used for that, but that isn't the focus. That back end is meant for the utility of other gear...and that's assuming you do not take out the second row for the same. 2 rows makes sense. 3 did NOT belong. There are other vehicles for people who need 3 rows.

[@deborahyeh552]

Going from $90k to mid $50k, it is hard to imagine that the new LC retains the same reliability and going anywhere capabilities of the 200 Series.

[@absolute.freedom]

Bingo

[@ras0ne]

I guess we'll find out right away OR 20 years from now. lol

[@johnnow1]

Its all on perception. If stuff is expensive, doesn't mean its the best. Look at Range Rover LOL!

[@JoshuaLinn]

Very well articulated perspectives. Thank you for sharing!

[@meenam300zx]

For me, the #1 is Horrible seats. $65k car has a 2004 Camry LE seats.

[@robyates136]

I can't see myself hating it for any of those reasons. I've been waiting for a reasonably priced SUV that isn't compromised by a 3rd row I would NEVER need (also that isn't a squinty-face Lexus or Land Rover Defender) that has decent offroad ability, will let me toss golf clubs in the back, take mountain bikes out and generally be something I can keep for a long time. I only do 5k miles a year now so this could be another 15 year vehicle for me.

[@TheGregWallace]

You can say all you want, but this newer stuff will not outlast the older stuff.

[@dennisnky]

I wouldnt hold your breath on that mpg comment. The lexus gx came out with similar set up and the mpg only went down a whopping ONE mpg from the previous model.

[@faheemabbas3965]

That was for the TTV6 which I believe isn't a hybrid. The GX550 has been confirmed by Lexus to get the new Land Cruiser's hybrid turbo 4-cylinder engine sometime next year, most likely late 2024. It will not be available at the GX550's initial launch.

[@bluecruiser2019]

Land Cruiser Lite 👎, give us the 70 Series, would be a great complement to my LC200 and would be awesome👍👌

[@rightlanehog3151]

If Jeep can sell the Wrangler than Toyota ought to be able to sell us the 70 Series.

[@matthewhuszarik4173]

If Toyota doesn’t drastically increase their production capacities those who want one will be paying huge markups for the foreseeable future.

[@patrickbaird7803]

Thats why I'm in no hurry to get one. I'll stick with my 2005 LC. Since I'm only using it as my weekend vehicle with no issues, might as well wait and get a GX550 used/certified in the future. I'd rather have the turbo 6 over the 4 pot with hybrid. One more thing that will be an issue(battery) in the future.

[@nelsoncolon9616]

i really like it and like the cloth/tweed interior. i don't want leather anyway. hopefully the turbo/hybrid engine lasts and the prices don't ridiculous.

[@Realroyrogers]

I went from highly interested to highly UNinterested when I found out you have to pay a RECURRING Subscription Charge for some of the features to continue to work even though you already paid for it when you bought the SUV

[@jasonmccarrick6783]

I give you props spoken like a true salesman no matter how awesome features and redesigns of older vehicles come along. They just keep getting more expensive with cheaper parts and engines that don't last as long anymore. Sign me up haha .

[@kennyfoster4733]

I don't hate the car but it's not for me I want reliability and mechanical reliability as well and that's what the 4Runner brings I don't think the new 4Runners going to be that good be honest with you that's why I'm currently looking for a 5th gen I currently only fourth-gen love it

[@flyguy2021]

Do the seats lay flat so I can sleep in it?

[@TrollingWithTheTruth]

this land cruiser is a really a 4runner based truck..... and the 4 cyl with turbos and hybrid electric ? whatta MESS

[@tar6805]

I got a kick out of the Hyundai ad about Wah. Wah is what you scream when it bursts into flames in your garage.

[@flyguy2021]

“Skid plates on some of them,”. How can any land cruiser not have skid plates?

[@EchoAccord]

No Matter what people say about it, I think it's awesome. When others don't like it, makes it that more special.

[@theeschatechannel2854]

I think it looks amazing. The only SUV I think looks better is the new 70 series. If dealer mark ups aren’t criminal (below 10k) then I’ll buy. I don’t hate the 4banger but I am concerned about longevity of a high output 4 cylinder. Chevy went the extra mile and integrated diesel tech into their new 4banger for durability but Toyota hasn’t mentioned any details on their new engine. Time will tell.

[@vincebadagnani181]

Just on principle, I won’t pay a dealer markup. Looks great, but I’ll wait until the market softens. But I know people that want that capability now, and if they’re willing to pay markups, power to them.

[@theeschatechannel2854]

@@vincebadagnani181 in my experience, all new vehicles are marked up. Buying new is never a pleasant experience but I hate it less than buying used…. Unless it’s a vintage vehicle that I plan on restoring.

[@OhDearBabajan]

The question is how much does it cost to repair or replace the hybrid drive train when it does go bad? We all know this model will likely have longevity issues compared to previous editions.

[@emmanuelmwakibolwa735]

To some of us the PRADO version before this new one, was by far much beautiful, spacious, streamlined, states car, comfortable, smooth and iconic as PRADO. This one I can't even believe if it's a brand new PRADO. Sorry, that's according to how I see it.

[@TheVeganTravelShow]

It’s the beginning of the end of the legendary and unstoppable Land Cruiser we grew up with. Soccer mums, this one’s for you.

[@MarcelaR-dh1ok]

Bingo....I have had two 40 series over the years and you cannot begin to compare this gas turbo toy to those beasts

[@atomicsmith]

I think they should have put the batteries under the floor, and put the spare on the rear.

[@momoGuavajelly]

When seeing the different driving modes "Eco" "Sport" etc, why is there a sedan used as the vehicle. WHY not a LC??

[@kimandcris]

do you ever get the chance to take measurements? Does the rear hatch compare larger or smaller than the 4Runner?

[@kimandcris]

what scared me is the elevated platform that looks like it is taking up a lot of the height the way the 4runner with 3rd row seats does

[@MarcelaR-dh1ok]

Those of us that have been offshore for decades are accustomed to a REAL land cruiser....a Diesel

[@chuckwalla2967]

Toyota doesn't know how to do proper 3rd row seats. Therefore, it's a good thing that they left it out on this one. Plus, people rarely use those things anyway which just adds weight and eats up cargo space.

[@vindevhunta4905]

.lots a love for this land cruiser...the mark up prices will be the biggest problem for this vehicle

[@davidparkin9017]

My LX570 weighs 5800 lbs and I can see the benefits of the next generation going on a 1500 lbs diet would help the environment. I remember as a child when GM cut the weight of its full size models such as the Caprice from 4,800 lbs to 4,200 lbs was a big deal. 600 lbs lighter. Other manufacturers followed suit. Then base engines went from 5.7 litres to 5.0 litres. With improvements to transmission, fuel efficiency went from 13/18 to 17/24 which was remarkable from 1975 to 1976.

[@jbrown795]

My 2019 Honda pilot elite can tow 5000lb. What’s the point of all that torque if it can only tow 6000lb?

[@survivor458]

The old Prado used to come in V6 (270 horse power, 380 Nm) and V4 (165 horse power, 246 Nm). Now coming in V4 turbo delivering 326 horse power, 630 Nm torque! with better fuel economy and way better look. I'd say sign me in! This not the heavy LC300, so don't say it's going from v8 to v4, get your facts right. The LC300 2024 is still going to the middle east with V6 twin turbo that delivers more than 400 horse power. this is smaller SUV that used to be 270 HP and now it's +300 HP.

[@Bigsephx]

This video didn't address the #1 reason a lot of people won't buy one - the fact that a ton of driver-assist crap and the hybrid engine are STANDARD. Why would I want to go offroading or drive on the beach in this thing when I could just pick up a 4-runner or a Jeep and accomplish the same thing without a bunch of electronic points of failure? How is this going to hold up vs the elements when you make all of this extra tech stuff mandatory and it creates a slew of potential issues? If it was a manual transmission with optional tech package I'd be interested (especially at the price). But with no escape from a hybrid engine and robodriving crap add-ons, this is basically a hipster Highlander. No thanks.

[@pepitopepito2967]

get ready for dealer mark ups

[@spinmouth4114]

This video is obviously clickbait. I will only buy a vehicle with cloth seats, no sun roof, level beltline, level roofline, boxy upright ans spacious cabin, upright A, B and C pillars, with clear visibility, generous cargo area and good ground clearance. This vehicle has all those features I love and will pay for. My main concern is the NMH battery longevity, maintenance and replacement cost.

[@jkosh2046]

I'm ok with cloth as long as they are easy to clean and don't show dirt, being an off road vehicle. Also would like rubber flooring instead of carpet. I have 2 kids and 2 very large long haired dogs. I would like something like this so my dogs can have a/c in the summer. Right now I have a bare bones 2019 tacoma with a soft topper and rubber bed mat for the dogs, but it does get hot for them. Having carpet and cloth seats, it really does attract the dog hair, even if they aren't in the cab. As far as the other complaints, it's really a non issue for me. It may not be for everyone, but I think for the segment it is going after, especially the price point, it's should sell really well. As long as dealers don't get greedy.

[@herbertmasing]

This is a substitute for LC 150 (aka Prado). The big LC 200 was replaced by LC300.

[@jn9604]

NO third row is a positive not a negative. Anyone that wants a thord row in a true offroad vehicle is likely only taking it to the mall.

[@shemraschke]

I want to know if the bed is flat for sleeping with the back seats folded up.

[@HBelectrician]

If the dealers do mark ups in this bad car buying climate just go to Land Rover-either Defender or Land Rover-

[@johnandrewmayne]

Got a little excited when I heard about the new model but after this I realize it's not for me. Not a fan of the interior. Plus I'm guessing they will sell for $75k after markup.

[@rightlanehog3151]

Jeff, On the positive side, the price came way down and the styling is terrific especially the two tone paint. It is thrilling to see Toyota finally got the memo on providing ample leg and headroom. 👏👏👏👏

[@Toyotajeff]

Nailed it again hog! Have a great weekend friend

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@Toyotajeff You too dude😉

[@gotcoke795]

Don't really think price really came down, because this is basically what the next gen 4runner would have been. GX has always shared the same platform as the 4runner so not a true Land Cruiser like the last gen that was discontinued in 2021. 2024 GX = 2024 4Runner/LC in true terms

[@rightlanehog3151]

@@gotcoke795 That's funny, people around the world who drive a Land Cruiser 70 Series consider it to be the 'true' Land Cruiser. They think of the Prado or 200/300 Series as overweight, over complicated station wagons*. The fact is, the 200 Series sold in appallingly low numbers because Toyota inexplicably priced in on par with the Lexus LX. This more affordable Land Cruiser will sell as fast as Toyota can build them.😁😁

[@Richard-xv7yf]

​@@rightlanehog3151I guess you know a lot of people just waiting in line to buy a vehicle that will likely have a 60k starting price

[@thomassteeley9734]

I had FJ TRD for about 10 years, nearly 300k miles. Now have 4Runner TRD, 105k miles so far. Both all black. Great vehicles, but if they do this LC in all black, TRD, V6 a must, I will bring her home to meet mama.

[@mt00a]

Buyets must master “the art of walking away” if dealers add unreasonable markup.