The All-New Toyota Land Cruiser Prado: An Exclusive SUV Experience
There’s a buzz in the Vietnamese automotive industry as images of the all-new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2024 hit social media, sparking excitement among car enthusiasts. While the vehicle spotted in Da Nang sports a Lao license plate, indicating a temporary import, it hasn’t dampened the intrigue surrounding this highly anticipated SUV.
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Back in April, Toyota registered several new design elements of the Land Cruiser Prado in Vietnam, and local dealerships have since started taking reservations for the SUV, with an estimated price tag of 3 billion VND. The model expected to hit the Vietnamese market is likely to be imported from Japan, but an official launch date is yet to be announced.
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In Japan, the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2024 is known as the Land Cruiser LC250, a distinction from the LC300 currently on the market. This new generation Prado boasts a design that’s almost entirely different from its predecessor. Built on the TNGA-F platform, it shares its architecture with other renowned SUVs and trucks within the Toyota group, including the Sequoia, Tundra, and Land Cruiser J300, as well as the Lexus GX and LX.
The Prado’s dimensions are impressive: 4,920 mm in length, 2,139 mm in width, and 1,859 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,850 mm. Compared to the previous generation, it’s longer, wider, and sits lower, with a 60 mm longer wheelbase. With a ground clearance of 221 mm and approach, departure, and ramp breakover angles of 30 degrees, 22 degrees, and 25 degrees, respectively, this SUV is ready to tackle a variety of terrains.
The design of the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2024 masterfully blends traditional and modern aesthetics. Its boxy shape is reminiscent of the recently unveiled Lexus GX 2024, while the square headlight and grille design pay homage to the iconic Land Cruiser J60 from the 1980s. At the rear, the Prado sports new vertical taillights, again inspired by the J60, and a redesigned tailgate that opens upward instead of sideways. The rear bumper is noticeably higher and finished in black, emphasizing its off-road capabilities.
According to product training documents, the new Prado will feature upgraded 20-inch wheels and advanced BladeScan adaptive headlights, similar to those found on Lexus models. The interior has been enhanced with rear-seat heating, a head-up display (HUD), an HDMI port, a larger sunroof, and an upgraded sound system with 14 premium speakers.
One notable difference between the Japanese-spec Prado and its North American and European counterparts is the engine. The Japanese model forgoes a hybrid setup in favor of two familiar engine options for Vietnamese customers. The first is a 2.8-liter turbocharged diesel engine that produces 201 horsepower and 500 Nm of torque, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.
The second option is a 2.7-liter naturally aspirated gasoline engine generating 163 horsepower and 246 Nm of torque, mated to a Super ECT 6-speed automatic transmission. Both engines are coupled with a full-time 4-wheel drive system featuring a Torsen LSD center differential and an electronic rear differential. The Prado also offers six drive modes and a multi-terrain monitoring system with four external cameras to assist in off-road adventures.
All Japanese-spec models come standard with Toyota Safety Sense, the brand’s suite of advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). The more sophisticated Toyota Teammate ADAS is reserved for higher-end trims. As for the version expected to arrive in Vietnam, it will likely be powered by a 2.4-liter turbocharged engine with 326 horsepower and 630 Nm of torque, complemented by an electric motor. This setup is paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, a 2-wheel drive system, and a center differential lock and rear differential lock for enhanced off-road performance.
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