I think this is the first actual DRIVING review. Kudos

Kurt is the man.

I hate that they refer to this as the replacement of the 200 series, when in actual fact its a Prado...which is a completely different vehicle. The replacement to the 200 is the 300, which is sold literally everywhere except 'Murica.

@korewest

3 ай бұрын

Yep its like Toyota marketing is almost ashamed of the Prado. Had they embraced it and stop shying away from saying it's a 250, there wouldn't be any problems. Downsized for the sake of offroading enthusiast? lol you are fucking kidding me.

@WranglermanLevi

3 ай бұрын

the 200 series was selling a whopping roughly 3,000 units per year at the end, no surprise an outdated vehicle for $100k wasn't moving. I'm glad they decided to simplify a new cruiser offering for the USA, its still priced way too high tho.

@AA-vr8ez

2 ай бұрын

@@WranglermanLevithat’s because they unnecessarily jacked up the price of the LC200. There are cheaper spec ones sold everywhere except the USA, no wonder it didn’t sell well.

@WranglermanLevi

2 ай бұрын

@AA-vr8ez I know. fancy people must have fancy doo dads tho. let's get a more basic reasonably priced LC. I like the new Prado. Older ones were just ok.

Wow the Land Cruiser is actually moving in this

Looks amazing. I’m just waiting to see how much the stealership markups will be. My guess is $10,000+.

@crushbaseball4270

4 ай бұрын

Good thing I am in no rush so I’m going to wait a few years for the markups to go away and see more first hand owner experience on the reliability.

@TobyCostaRica

4 ай бұрын

Some dealers won’t have mark ups? Just 10k paint protection packages 😀

@drifterdave01

4 ай бұрын

Not at my dealership

@shrshk7

4 ай бұрын

I’m in line at our local dealership, they don’t markup

@user-oe7pr5ww2m

4 ай бұрын

stealership🤣

I love it!!!!! Just wondering how the dealers are going to push the price up . That’s the problem . Toyota needs to get away from these dealers with outrageous markups or they will not sell these nice cars.

Kurt is the best and a true Cruiserhead! Fantastic video - can't wait for the new Land Cruiser!

Yes, the video we have all been waiting for by the legendary Kurt himself! I Couldn't be more excited for this new Land Cruiser.

Great video - very informative! And beautiful scenery to boot!

@jedrzejgorski5437

4 ай бұрын

Well, this car is a replacement of J150, which is still sold rebodied as 4Runner in the US, not of J200. Talking about making Landcruiser smaller is cheaper is nonsense (J250 is bigger and more expensive than J150 which is replaces ). Plus third row cannot be had with a hybrid. So much for 'informative'.

Very interesting that they kept the cup holders and USBs in the 3rd row position. That really gets my hopes up we can get a 3rd row option here. IT’s the only reason I’m not on a pre-order list. I have 4 kids and they like to come wheeling with me. For now the 80 and 100 will stay in the fleet but fingers crossed that 3rd row does come here.

Nice! Can't wait to drive one in person later this year!

Great job, Kurt!

Can’t wait to see more. I’m excited to see the new Land Cruiser and see how the 4cyl hybrid system feels. I love the v6 version on my new Tundra and has me feeling a bit less skeptical!

Kurt is the BEST!

Really well done video- thanks!

Thank you so much for your sharing!❤❤

Such a great truck and what a great video!

Nice Job Kurt! Very well done! Can't wait to get into this one!

Can't wait to get behind the wheel of one of these!

Hey Kurt! Great to see you on here! Keep it up!

ayeeeeeeeee. Kurts the MAN! awesome.

Nice work Kurt, man that looks nice in that color.

Well done, Kurt! Great video! 👍🏼

This is the first dynamic driving impression review for new LC 250! Thanks! Just want to know where can I buy the Columbia Fleece Sweater with Toyota logo you wear?

I have a 58 in black ordered. Cannot wait now.

Wonderful introduction to the new Land Cruiser!

@jedrzejgorski5437

4 ай бұрын

Nope. A lot of nonsense about LC linup and presentation of a prado as a replacement for 200 which is just appalling. And even more nonsense about third row which cannot be had with a hybrid

I hope Toyota protects consumers from the dealerships on MSRP. Ford did this for the first Bronco reservations holders.

@Moon222

4 ай бұрын

Here they mark these up atleast USD 10k

@BrandonBamBamSEA

4 ай бұрын

@@Moon222 And Dealerships wonder why we don't like them. They price gouge us at the first opportunity they can

Were you be able to sleep on the back/trunk? I think there's some kind of lift up that not everyone likes, how good will it be to do overlanding?

Awesome work, Kurt! Great seeing you get this opportunity. =]

Awesome job Kurt!

Kurt is a legend himself so cool to see this 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻

Great video! Thanks for sharing! Holding out to see what the 6th gen 4runner ends up looking like, but the new Land Cruiser is definitely my "plan B" as my next car. I really like it!

Wow this is super cool well done Toyota. This car will be available here South Africa in April this year

Thankyou, informative video. 2 questions 1. Are the turn indicators/blinkers amber or red? 2. Does the rear wheels have solid axle?

Thanks Kurt for the review! Love it. I bet they'll go well over MSRP.

Kurt, has there been any long-range testing to get an idea on comfort, reliability, and general wear & tear? What about the mpg?

Best way to represent great information and obsolete awesome review.

Nice work kurt

Good job BOSS!

That looks like the Cruiser Outfitters guy!

Very cool!

how sealed is the hybrid battery from water crossings?? and does the front diff have torque vectoring??

It’s a Prado, so it’s going to be amazing off-road, but it doesn’t beat the LC 300! I’ve been driving my VXL Prado 150 for twelve years and it’s going to stay with me for at least another ten. The best thing is that it never let me down on and off road❤️.

I have to assume the only reason why the GX is being differentiated with KDSS is that Toyota is going to do a factory lift as an option from the factory/port like the new Tundra. A factory-warranted lift would be the only thing that would sway me to the 250 instead of the GX 550.

What size is the ring on the rear differential?

Toyota you rule!! ❤❤

Beautiful 🤩

Really hope they add a third-row option.

I sold my 2014 Toyota FJ cruiser in 2021 and I’ve missed it everyday since. Nothing has even come close to it on the market. I’d either have to buy my exact car back as it was(impossible) or.. finally.. this is it. This will be my next Toyota and holy SH- I’m so excited!

@renbren3008

4 ай бұрын

sold mine too in 2022...not sure I want to fork out 50K+ for this though...I miss mine so much...shouldn't have sold it.

@TSOP2020

4 ай бұрын

@@renbren3008 I’m with you. I bought mine in 2017. I ended up selling late 2021 for almost what I paid for it. I put 70k miles on it. The value was so high at the time and my fiancé and I were moving. The money helped so much and I’ll always be thankful for that. But every other day or whenever I see them I always feel regret. You are not alone. I’m sure you sold yours for a great price too. I even sold to a car max! Easiest transaction ever. It was hard to pass on it

When are they gonna be available for sale?

Looks like a great, real SUV. Old school. I wonder what the real world combined MPG will be? Sounds like the hybrid system is more about moving the Landcruiser with gusto, and not a big MPG improving factor...?

How do you configure that roof rack on the base 1958 model? 🤔

I like a lot about it but I hate the space taken up by the batteries in the cargo area.

I would like to see the full "B" roll video of this shoot. Great overall video. He should have corrected the 4Runner 12" ground clearance question to the correct 9.6" on 4X4s.

@fahdabdulaziz5067

4 ай бұрын

This is definitely not as high as 4runner it seems. I was expecting it to be at least as stock 4runner or old FJ cruiser.

@runnerxa

3 ай бұрын

Honestly, most off-roader care less about the stock ground clearance. It all depends on the size of tire you put on for these IFS/rear axle vehicles. Stock ground clearance is what it is if you want to use it out of the box. Serious buyers will modify it immediately anyway.

Love the look for the mall and a t b daily!

Does the 2nd roll seat recline flat or close to being flat?

Can’t wait to see one of these with a mild lift, and set up for a little bit of Overlanding. Alter it in the final Canadian price as well as efficiency. I would consider this as a potential upgrade to my 2022 TRD ORP 4Runner

Reminds me of my 2003 4Runner with the 4.7 V8, full time 4WD, rear dif lock and I think center diff lock, the more things change, the more they stay the same…. Well minus the engine

3rd row means no hybrid which means a possible NA version. Australian Prado has a 3rd row and runs a 4 cylinder diesel engine. Hybrid set up is intriguing considering its use as a power source while out on the trails

@harrisr1018

4 ай бұрын

In the UK we are getting the 2.8l i4 diesel with 7 seats

I really want one. But I don't understand the overlap with the 4 Runner.

how is the ride quality and noise level?

#3! Love it but no 3rd row is almost a deal breaker for us. Sequoia is not an option.

This is such an exciting platform! And, who better to fill us in than encyclopedia Kurtanica! 🤓👏She looks proper in the Utah dirt.

@jedrzejgorski5437

4 ай бұрын

This dude gets a lot of things wrong. He does not understand the LC lineup at all. Talks nonsense about the third row which cannot be had with a hybrid etc.

@JP4WD1

4 ай бұрын

Haha! Well, perhaps they will ask you next time.

@KurtWilliams-CruiserKurt

4 ай бұрын

​@@jedrzejgorski5437Come visit me at the Land Cruiser Heritage Museum, I'd love to learn more about the Land Cruiser lineup from you. 30 years later, I'm still learning about Land Cruisers each day. As for the third row, I was clear that it's not an option currently. Let's have this conversation at a later point and see how the model evolves.

@cstyle1917

4 ай бұрын

Looks like we have a troll! Maybe they develop small side folding seats that can just clip into the ground. Cruisers have always had those.

@jedrzejgorski5437

4 ай бұрын

@@cstyle1917 Nope, the seats fold down exactly where the battery is found in a hybrid model. kzread.info/dash/bejne/o5Wl182sdt3XiqQ.htmlsi=xz9z6G659lxgBmRJ

The 4 cylinder engine you mention with over 300bhp, is that petrol for the US? UK rumoured to be getting a 2.8 4cyl diesel but only 200bhp?

Is Kurt one of the guys from Expedition Overland? I remember watching some of their content years ago

Nice to see an actual person driving one of these things instead of a father and son stroking each other and spewing nonsense. Thanks.

@thelandcruiserproject

4 ай бұрын

Not sure this is much better. He's reading the script approved by Toyota.

@chrispnw2547

4 ай бұрын

Got anyone in mind? As this will compete with the new Defender and others, reviewers with experiences with several competitive vehicles many be helpful.

@BallsteinRyker

3 ай бұрын

lol who hurt u

Kurt killing it!!

@jedrzejgorski5437

4 ай бұрын

He's talking nonsense about Prado replacing 200 and about third row.

@JP4WD1

4 ай бұрын

@@jedrzejgorski5437 it is replacing the 200 in the United States.. Obviously not globally, that would be the 300. I can see where you’d find this confusing if you’re not here in the US.

@jedrzejgorski5437

4 ай бұрын

@@JP4WD1 To be considered a replacement, it would need to be positioned and priced similar to the product it replaces, which it isn't. And name is meaningless. In Europe, the 90/120/150/250 has always been known just like as LandCruiser without any 'Prado'. Meanwhile 100 was marketed as Landcruiser 100 and 200 as Landcruiser V8. We don't get the 80/100/200/300 series in Europe anymore. You don't get it stateside either. But, now you get a completely different model which you did not have in the US lineup at all, except you had cuz 4Runner is a J150 underneath, only rebodied to look like Tacoma. Nobody knows what will happen to 4Runner after all, but 250/new GX is direct successor to the J150/old GX/4 Runner platform models.

@JP4WD1

4 ай бұрын

So, the point you’re trying to make is that it isn’t a replacement, it’s just different? If so, that’s probably fair, but it’s just semantics to me because this is the only thing “Landcruiser” that we get.

@dudewhat4813

2 ай бұрын

​@@jedrzejgorski5437bruh you're everywhere saying this. Get a life

I just want to know when will the order guide come out xD

Might have to add this to the fleet.

how is the car comfort on road ?

Can’t wait to tour Africa with this beautiful Monster

Is it full time 4wd or can you switch between 2wd and 4wd?

What does it do in 0-60? Is it still Sub 8 secinds?

This thing screams Fjcruiser vibes, which is a great thing. I had an 07 FJc and is still one of my favorite vehicles I have ever owned

@jedrzejgorski5437

4 ай бұрын

Nope, it screams J60.

Great video Kurt! You forgot to answer the most important question of all, will 17” wheels fit on this new Landcruiser??

Price was not “lowered”. This is the prado, and it’s more expensive than the current gen prado.

@CYZA-lt6pc

3 ай бұрын

Minute 3:25 - Kurt - New Land Cruiser 250 = Prado = 150 upgrade (GX) - LC 200 upgraded to LC300

Yeah, so, the question everyone is asking whether they know it or not is that will Toyota regulate pricing so stealerships wouldn't be able to price gouge sales?

@murunginathan4963

2 ай бұрын

Stealerships 😂 I loved that 😂😂

Great review. Crawl control in the sand though, is that now what ATRAC was for? And reverse makes it easier due to gearing.. Still impressive.

I'd have preferred a revived FJ. I have no use for the extra length. I still want the triple torsen 3 locker version. Make sure the suspension exceeds the performance of the Bilstien 6112. Where's the manual? "Rear locking differential hasn't been available in a Landcruiser since the '90s", no, but it was available on the FJ and Tacoma.

That is great on the rear locker but doesn't fully answer why Toyota does not off front locker option when it is available oversea. ATRAC is great but there are times you want to use a front locker. The front locker is available in the LC300 GR and the LX600 Off Road (both not available in the US). We get the standard and lux LX600 instead... For year, NA buyers either have to get aftermarket ARB or Harrop (Eaton) front/rear lockers.

@fpnlrsa8769

3 ай бұрын

Needs to be triple locked ! If it is offered overseas, why not include it here. Or at least make it an option.

Is there 3rd row seating ❓

Does it drive like the FJ (blimpy) or sportier?

Top needs to come off!

mpg? Thanks

Hybrid works well (we have 2 Lexus RX400h's since new - together over 500k miles) but I sure wish Toyota would gear these truck hybrids toward efficiency rather than more power. My biggest (actually, only) complaint with my Land Cruiser 200 is the mileage and the range. Doesn't look like the new LC will really improve on either of those.

Saving everyone some time. Not a huge fan of some of the responses, but here they are. 1. Why did you go with the 4 cylinder engine? Compared to the 200 series, it has more torque at 465 ft of torque. And 326 HP. 2. Will the hybrid powertrain be as long lived and maintainable as previous Land Cruiser powertrains? Yes. (Not sure they can really say that without owning the car for a few years). But it is Toyota. 3. Are we getting a three row or does the rear mounted batter pack make that impossible? Not in the US. If the market demands it, could happen. 4. Why the decision to go back to the land cruiser's roots and move away from the full-sized SUV it had grown into? Toyota went back to roots to focus on off-roading capabilities. Smaller but more off-road capable. Pricing estimated, start at mid-50s. Approximately $30k less than outgoing model. 5. How does the stabilizer bar disconnect work and what performance does it add? this is new to this model, offers flex and suspension travel with a push of button. This keeps tires on the ground. 6. Do we really need a multi-terrain monitor? The MT monitor lets you view where you would otherwise need a spotter, with views from the side and in front. It offers a moving gridline to show you steering inputs. 7. From the press release the new Land Cruiser has a "ground clearance of up to 8.7 inches". How in the world can that be considered an off-road vehicle? Gee, the 4Runner has 12" of ground clearance." There are a lot of ways to calculate ground clearance. This model will be just as capable out of the box, as other models it competes with. Toyota engineers know best. (a bit of a copy out answer. Why not just share how Toyota calculates ground clearance and why did the engineers go with this approach?) 8. Will the battery get in the way of off-roading and suspension lifts? no, does not limit the ability from installing lift kits. The battery is located above the frame, keeping it away from trail damage. 9. I'd like to know more about how 4WD operates with the new hybrid engine. When you put it in 4WD what power goes where? There's different types of hybrids. Like the newer Tundra, and the Tacoma, are performance hybrids designed to perform hard. This system integrated an electric motor in between the internal combustion engine and the traditional 8-speed automatic transmission. Both motors distribute power simultaneously into one system. That power is distributing to each wheel as needed. 10. Is crawl control available on it? I understand the Tacoma recently go an updated version of crawl control, is it the same one? Crawl control is standard. (not sure if they actually answered the second question.) 11. What's the best reason to buy one over the competition? 1) It has more torque than some of it's competitors. The hybrid system offer tremendous low-end torque. 2) Can tow 6,000 lbs. 2,500 lbs more than some competitors. 3) Toyota reliability, dependability, quality, and durability. 12. To whoever is going to be in this video, what's your personal favorite thing about the Land Cruiser? The push-button electric-locking rear differential, splits power to rear tires equately when you're in technical off-road terrain. Not seen since 90s models.

Bummed to see no struts on the hood. My new 24 4Runner has the lift struts on the hood and is the best built vehicle I’ve purchased. I’m also going to hold my opinion on the LC 250’s ground clearance as looking at specs seems low. I am happy to see the legend return to the US in any form. Now make a shorter wheelbase two door Toyota!

@naysunhuang

4 ай бұрын

easy modification to make if you really want hood struts

I am wondering where is it?

Im buying one ☝🏼

I wish there was a gas only version available without the hybrid assist. Call me old fashoned but I don't like the added complicaiton of the hybrid drivetrain. Otherwise this is pretty awesome!

Official releasing date??

Will it be flat towable?

SWEEEETTTT!!

GR Sport+ ??

3rd row please

I like this...BUT...It's a Prado. Hopefully the US gets the full size LC J300 series in the future.

👍👍👍

WHEN is this going to start hitting showrooms?. Should I spring for a 4Runner or Defender or wait?. I need something in the next 2 to 3 months.

When it will be available?

@Aldeeezzy

4 ай бұрын

Spring/summer 2024

Wonder where the 4Runner will place since they have this model up