Toyota Land Cruiser Prado/250 Series Discussion

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Official press release regarding the LC250.

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The Evolution of a Legend: The All-New 2024 Land Cruiser - Toyota USA Newsroom

PLANO, Texas (Feb. 20, 2024) – When it was originally introduced in the United States in 1958, the Land Cruiser kicked off a tradition of rugged durability that would ultimately cement it as one of the most respected off-road icons in the industry. Back after a brief pause, the all-new 2024 Land...
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Highlights:
-Starting MSRP of $55,950 USD (1958), $61,950 (Land Cruiser Edition), and $74,950 (First Edition).
-Combined 23mpg
-Premium Package available on Land Cruiser Edition
-Available 20” wheels
 
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22 city / 23 combined / 25 highway is pretty solid. With how heavy the LC is (presumably similar to GX550), hopefully the 4Runner can eek out a few more mpg. I get the highway rating in my current 4Runner most of the time, so 25+mpg while picking up 56hp and almost 200lb-ft of torque.
 
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qtb007 said:
22 city / 23 combined / 25 highway is pretty solid. With how heavy the LC is (presumably similar to GX550), hopefully the 4Runner can eke out a few more mpg. I get the highway rating in my current 4Runner most of the time, so 25+mpg while picking up 56hp and almost 200lb-ft of torque.
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Indeed. My 3rd gen 4Runner gets 18-22mpg on the highway (depending on speed), and the potential for 25+ sounds good. TFL trucks said their non hybrid Tacoma is getting better than claimed mpg too, so it’ll be interesting to see if the same happens with the LC250.
 
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If you build the J250 to the similar feature level as GX550 Overtrail the price difference is small. And the First Edition is almost the same price as the Overtrail+.

The base J250 is the one to get, otherwise GX has the better value here.
 
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The first edition is clearly not a good value. I think the standard grade without the premium package is probably where I would land. I'd honestly go 1958, but that small screen is hard to stomach for $58k. I even like the cloth seats and the blank slate of the rest of the vehicle. If the screen were easily upgraded with aftermarket, I'd be OK with it on the 1958, but I don't have any desire to deal with the bugs that come with aftermarket systems or swapping out to a screen that aesthetically fits better.

Gun to my head having to spend my own money in order of preference:
LC standard, LC + premium, LC 1958, GX 550 Overtrail, GX 550 Overtrail+, LC FE, GX 550 premium, just shoot me for the rest.
 
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I love that Underground/Java combo. The Land Cruiser edition with a sunroof is the model that appeals to me the most. I don’t really need anything the premium package has to offer.

I find it odd that the LC250 has three zone climate controls and available real leather, neither of which is available on the GX Overtrail. The GX Overtrail is not available with leather and has two zone climate control with rear vents on the back of the center console (like the 4Runner).

Aside from the fantastic exterior design and TT V6, I don’t really see any reason to choose a GX over a LC250. I like the LC250 interior a lot more as well.

My only disappointment with the LC250 is the lack of a pano roof, which I thought was going to be part of the Premium package. I believe the Prado has a pano roof option, so I’m a bit bummed that is not an option here. I also wish the dash had some Java colored material. Some of the preliminary images showed the Java trim around the climate controls, and this looked good.
 
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qtb007 said:
The first edition is clearly not a good value. I think the standard grade without the premium package is probably where I would land. I'd honestly go 1958, but that small screen is hard to stomach for $58k. I even like the cloth seats and the blank slate of the rest of the vehicle. If the screen were easily upgraded with aftermarket, I'd be OK with it on the 1958, but I don't have any desire to deal with the bugs that come with aftermarket systems or swapping out to a screen that aesthetically fits better.

Gun to my head having to spend my own money in order of preference:
LC standard, LC + premium, LC 1958, GX 550 Overtrail, GX 550 Overtrail+, LC FE, GX 550 premium, just shoot me for the rest.
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Love the 1958 because of its spartan interior...if anything, I wish they would offer it with a standalone moonroof option
 
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It looks like a very different 3rd row seat style than what we see in the GX and 4Runner, too. Almost like it is the previous generation Land Cruiser style where the seats are literally just mounted in the cargo area versus stowing in the cargo floor.

Edit: it looks like the 3rd row is just like the Sequoia. Seat bottom is mounted on top of the battery and the seat back folds onto the seat bottom. There's no stow mechanism. It also lacks the sliding mechanism that the Sequoia has. It also looks like it is way more difficult to remove than Sequoia 3rd row.
 
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:) Ultimately, your choice between the Land Cruiser LC250 and the GX Overtrail will depend on your personal preferences, priorities, and budget. If the LC250 meets your needs and provides the features and performance you desire, it may be the ideal choice for you. Be sure to test drive both models and carefully consider all factors before making your decision.
 
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