Toyota Land Cruiser Megathread (300, 250, Prado, etc)

[carguy420]

Eh, still prefer the looks of the new GX, this new Land Cruiser Prado looks kinda cheap IMO even though it isn't a cheap vehicle.

 

[TexasFunRunner]

I'm having a hard time understanding how Toyota is positioning the Land Cruiser, it slots above the 4Runner to be the premium BOF for Toyota yet there is no mention of X-REAS or any Adaptive Suspension, either basic or premium.

Did I miss it among the multitude of reviews?

 

[Motor]

Toyota PressRoom

toyota.pressroom.com.au

 

[Gecko]

Press release is saying 27 combined MPG rating. Dang. That’s a lot better than I was expecting.

This is amazing!!! Is that US?

 

[CRSKTN]

Love both of them...and the refreshed 70 series!

They love to add teasers for future vehicles in their press events. Looks like the left is Stout SUV version similar to Bronco Sport (or could be the EV Cruiser, if that program is still alive). And the right is something completely new. New Fortuner maybe?

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Seems the SUV on the far right side has been getting refined.

 

[NomadDan]

This is amazing!!! Is that US?

It would appear so.

2025 Toyota Land Cruiser | Toyota.com

Explore new worlds with confidence in the all-new 2025 Land Cruiser. From capable roots rises the next generation of off-road excellence. Whether conquering rugged trails or navigating through the urban jungle, the 2025 Land Cruiser is ready for adventure.

www.toyota.com

Scroll down to “Adventure Ready Comfort” then click “Performance”.

 

[TexasFunRunner]

Did anyone else read more about the "vehicle stability control" (VSC), I've googled it and no reviews discuss it.

Has Toyota or Lexus used this on any other models under different names, akin to "Rollover Control" or something?

All Land Cruisers are equipped with a full-time four-wheel drive system with a center locking differential and an electronically controlled two-speed transfer case with high/low range. The system also features vehicle stability control (VSC) and an automatic limited-slip differential (Auto LSD). An electronic locking rear differential is standard on all Land Cruisers and can help split power 50/50 to the rear wheels for improved traction control on rough terrain.

 

[Gecko]

Lexus has had VSC on their models since the late '90s, but I am less familiar with Toyota's use of the system. I would expect they are quite similar?

 

[Motor]

 

[Demetrius]

I believe the Tacoma iForceMAX is also rated at 27 MPG combined. We can assume a GX550h gets 27 MPG as well. Makes me have a hard time believing the GX550 with the 3.4TT only gets 17 combined when the heavier LX gets 19 combined. I'm hoping for 20 MPG combined on the normal 550.

 

[Gecko]

Perfect formula: GX 550 exterior + Land Cruiser interior + 3.4TT V6 iForce MAX powertrain.

 

[NomadDan]

I think these Land Cruisers are going to look really good with some basic mods. Throw on a aftermarket bumper on the front and some 33s or 35s with a mild lift, and it should look stellar.

I don’t know much about the T24 setup. Does the intercooler have its own dedicated cooling system and coolant pump? IIRC, the V35 is setup like this, but not sure about the T24. I think I’d prefer to have the intercooler system isolated from the engine cooling.

 

[cookieyh]

The biggest disappoint of LC is that there is no Trd-Pro/Trailhunter type of trim with aggressive looking, tires, etc.

 

[cookieyh]

I also don't understand the idea behind to have two different headlight options. If you tell us that it's retro, you should stay with the circular headlight.

 

[Gecko]

These seats really are nice, especially the driver's seat with what looks like thigh extenders?

I also really like the interior of the base model, surprisingly. Those seats take me back to the J80 and some of the other 90's Toyota BOF products.

 

[Demetrius]

These seats really are nice, especially the driver's seat with what looks like thigh extenders?

I also really like the interior of the base model, surprisingly. Those seats take me back to the J80 and some of the other 90's Toyota BOF products.

That brown color is perfect and I wish they offered it in the GX. The seat design is actually the same I think. Lexus chose dreadful color blocking. Wonder how hard it would be to re-upholster?

 

[ssun30]

I also don't understand the idea behind to have two different headlight options. If you tell us that it's retro, you should stay with the circular headlight.

J62 J80 are also Land Cruisers you know.

 

[guy80]

I think these Land Cruisers are going to look really good with some basic mods. Throw on a aftermarket bumper on the front and some 33s or 35s with a mild lift, and it should look stellar.

I don’t know much about the T24 setup. Does the intercooler have its own dedicated cooling system and coolant pump? IIRC, the V35 is setup like this, but not sure about the T24. I think I’d prefer to have the intercooler system isolated from the engine cooling.

At the price range they should include factory options imo - front bumper looks out of place without tow points and a winch etc etc

 

[Motor]

 

[NomadDan]

At the price range they should include factory options imo - front bumper looks out of place without tow points and a winch etc etc

We’ll see some options, but I doubt Toyota will offer aftermarket front bumpers. Too much of a negative impact on front crash ratings. Rock sliders and roof racks, yes. Rear bumper and factory lift, maybe. I’m sure other companies are already working on front bumper designs. Personally, I’d love to see what CBI and ARB come up with.