The Toyota Land Cruiser “mini” is significantly smaller in size compared to the Land Cruiser Prado, and the price of the car will be around 730 – 850 million VND.
Originally launched in 1951, the Land Cruiser is one of Toyota’s most successful SUV models due to its versatility, durability, and superior off-road capabilities. Currently, the Land Cruiser name is divided into 3 different variants including the LC300, Land Cruiser Prado (LC250), and Land Cruiser 70 Series classic. Expanding on their product range, Toyota is planning to introduce two new versions, including the Land Cruiser EV electric vehicle and an unnamed “mini” Land Cruiser.
While Toyota has confirmed the upcoming launch of the Land Cruiser “mini,” there is limited information about this particular version at present. The initial Japanese SUV was speculated to be named “Land Hopper,” but Toyota clarified that this is the name of a three-wheeled electric bicycle.
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To label the Land Cruiser “mini,” Toyota is likely to revive the iconic name “FJ Cruiser” or explore options such as “FC Cruiser.” Another possibility could involve using the name “Compact Cruiser,” similar to its concept version. Additionally, Toyota may choose to incorporate letters and numbers in the nomenclature, as seen with the LC300, LC250, or Land Cruiser 50.
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The Land Cruiser “mini” is expected to feature a hybrid design, combining elements from the Compact Cruiser Concept and the Land Cruiser Prado. This SUV is believed to have a square box-shaped design. Reliable sources in Japan suggest that initially, the vehicle will be available with the options of gasoline or hybrid engines. Additionally, Toyota is considering an electric motor version as well.
As the Land Cruiser “mini” is positioned below the Land Cruiser Prado in Toyota’s product range, it is highly likely that this SUV will be equipped with an engine producing approximately 200 horsepower. The 2.0-liter 194-horsepower HEV or the 220-horsepower PHEV engines from the RAV4 lineup seem to be more reasonable choices.
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In terms of dimensions, sources from Best Car state that the upcoming small Land Cruiser model will measure 4,500 x 1,800 x 1,850 (mm) in length, width, and height, respectively. Consequently, this SUV is significantly smaller compared to its “big brother,” the Land Cruiser Prado 2024 (4,925 x 1,980 x 1,870 mm), while being on par with the Ford Bronco Sport.
In addition to its smaller size, the “mini” Land Cruiser is predicted to have a much more appealing price than the Land Cruiser Prado (from 55,000 USD – equivalent to 1.33 billion VND). Sources from Carscoops suggest that this SUV will have a starting price of around 30,000 – 35,000 USD (730 – 850 million VND).
Thái Son (Tuoitrethudo)
Reference: Carscoops
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