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- Industry News
- 7 February 2025
Following eager anticipation, the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is now officially on sale in South Africa. In its latest iteration, legendary Land Cruiser DNA has been combined with new technologies to deliver higher levels of performance – both off-road and in everyday use.
What’s new?
It is brand new, although certain technologies are also found in other Toyotas. More than 70 years on from the launch of the original Toyota BJ, the all-new Land Cruiser Prado is returning to its origins with a focus on its core quality as a vehicle you can trust to take you to your destination and bring you home again, even in the toughest conditions.
Engine:
The new Land Cruiser Prado is powered by a 150 kW 2.8-litre turbodiesel engine matched to a new eight-speed Direct Shift automatic transmission, giving it the power to pull loads up to 3 500 kg. The interior offers a choice of five or seven-seat configurations, with a design that evokes the strength and functionality of an authentic off-roader.
Range:
The three-variant Prado range brings the rugged capability worthy of a Land Cruiser name, with major improvements to driveability, technology and design. The TX variant sets a solid specification foundation, featuring a fully leather-upholstered cabin, driver and passenger seat heating, heated steering wheel, head-up display and a wireless charging station.
The VX-R, in turn, adds a host of features – including a digital rear-view mirror and a larger infotainment screen. The First Edition is the pinnacle of the all-new Land Cruiser line-up, available only in limited numbers and for a limited period.
The First Edition is easily distinguishable from the TX and VX-R, courtesy of the classic round headlamps versus the rectangular shape found in the other models.
High Tech:
All Toyota owners can sign up for a personal MyToyota profile. MyToyota is designed by Toyota SA to provide a platform for owners to quickly and conveniently access all information and services related to their vehicle(s).
Additionally, all new Toyota vehicles are fitted with a device that opens up a whole new world of features. Simply opt in and you have access to in-car Wi-Fi capability (with a complimentary 25Gb), along with a host of supplementary Connect services.
Prices:
Prado 2.8GD TX (R1 296 300), Prado 2.8GD VX-R (R1 448 900), Prado 2.8GD 1st Edition (R1 462 400) and Prado 2.8GD 1st Edition Bi-Tone (R1 472 600).
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