The legend lives on. Step into the all-new 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. The unstoppable off-roader that leverages its legendary past to redefine a new, ultimate super-premium SUV. That salutes more than 70 years of never giving in, never leaving vehicles undeterred by any ground. Never faltering from any condition, on any mission, for any reason.
Read or watch the video on to discover what makes the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado a groundbreaking icon with the most advanced features, technologies and performance.
Key Takeaways:
- The 2024 Land Cruiser continues its 70-year legacy of off-road excellence.
- A balance of ruggedness and advanced features makes it ideal for various terrains.
- A combination of heritage and modern innovation defines this new model.
Heritage of Excellence
For more than half a century, the Toyota Land Cruiser has been the vehicle of choice for explorers, adventurers, military units everywhere, and their infantrymen. No other vehicle has combined off-road capability and durability in a medium-sized package like the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. And none will do so more gloriously than Toyota’s newest vehicle launch, the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado.
Built upon the new GAF platform, the new 250 series will be 50 percent more rigid than any previous Toyota body, and sports a new triple-link independent front suspension and a heavy-duty coil-spring rear suspension, meaning that this Land Cruiser will live up to its legendary value.
Key Takeaways:
- The new GAF platform boosts body rigidity by 50%.
- Enhanced rigidity improves both off-road and on-road dynamics.
- Toyota maintains the Land Cruiser‘s legendary reputation.
Design and Aesthetics
Exterior design has kept the legacy SUV look, doing the job of transporting people and cargo with the boxy, vertical silhouette. And the sturdy bulky rear pillar also keeps its rugged four-wheel drive appearance allowing the cargo area more space. Land Cruiser Prado 2024 exterior got a facelift. The two-door land cruiser Prado 2024 standard model exterior allows two headlight options.
The rectangular units have 3 separate light elements in a regular model while the premium first edition have an icon round signature design as the gateway light with the latest LED lighting technology system packing the newest light emitting techniques by latest Hi-tech LED bulb design technology to produce a much brighter, and focused light beam for an excellent performance and safety.
Key Takeaways:
- Iconic SUV design with a boxy silhouette highlights off-road pedigree.
- LED headlights offer two distinct designs for a customizable look.
- The design is a blend of classic and modern aesthetics.
Exterior Features
Its massive wheel sizes – up to 20 inches – with short overhangs, as well as a proud vertical nose grille signal continuity between the brave gestalt of the original SUV and a new high-style mission.
Key Takeaways:
- Wheel sizes from 18 to 20 inches enhance off-road adaptability.
- Short overhangs improve approach and departure angles.
- The bold grille adds both visual appeal and functionality.
Off-Road Performance
Engineered to tackle the most demanding road conditions in the harshest off-road environments without compromise, the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is equipped with full-time four-wheel drive and a two-speed transfer case as standard equipment.
An electronic automatic centre differential lock and an electronic rear differential lock are also fitted as standard equipment, as is Toyota’s renowned, ingenious Crawl Control System which automatically controls throttle and brake applications to provide a steady, slow speed on the most demanding, challenging terrain.
Key Takeaways:
- Full-time four-wheel drive ensures top-tier off-road performance.
- Differential locks and Crawl Control enhance stability on tough terrain.
- Off-road capability is a central focus of the 2024 Land Cruiser.
Innovative Technologies
Perhaps the most impressive new feature is the first-ever switchable front anti-roll bar from Toyota. This stabiliser bar at the front of the car can be off-loaded, increasing wheel articulation and suspension travel over uneven terrain for enhanced off-road handling and enjoyment, simply by pushing two switches. ‘On this platform, not just its trouble-free off-road handling, but also such enjoyment can be offered to all users.’
Key Takeaways:
- The switchable front anti-roll bar system is a first for Toyota.
- Improves off-road wheel articulation and handling.
- Adds to the vehicle’s off-road versatility and performance.
Powertrain Options
First introduced on the European market, it’s paired to a 2.8-litre twin-turbocharged diesel that makes 204 hp and 369 lb-ft of torque, sent through an eight-speed auto transmission. North Americans get the choice of even more power, though: a 2.4-litre turbocharged I FORCE MAX inline-four that adds a 48-volt mild-hybrid system to trounce the diesel with 326 hp and 465 lb-ft of torque.
It’s paired to a quicker 10-speed extra-long transmission that allows the I FORCE MAX Land Cruiser to hit 0-60 mph 0.4 seconds faster than the diesel while making hill-climbing a lot more effortless. Overview of the Toyota Land Cruiser 2024. Designed for adventure.
Key Takeaways:
A diesel powertrain for one market in Europe, a hybrid for North America.
- The hybrid system offers 326 horsepower for improved performance.
- Enhanced torque delivers greater hill-climbing and off-road capabilities.
Interior Comfort and Technology
Walk in and you are greeted by a sumptuous interior with an undertone of spare-parts-store sturdiness and top-shelf finishes. With trim, the simulated dashboard offers either a 9-inch drivers’ display and an 8-inch infotainment screen or a pair of piston-like 12.3-inch screens to cater to techno-savvy operators.
Seating is available as either a 5- or a 7-seater love factory with a power folding third-row bench. The Toyota Land Cruiser 2024 interior is a technological and luxurious space with uncompromising quality.
Key Takeaways:
- A mix of technology and premium materials provides luxury and functionality.
- High-tech dashboard options (9 or 12.3-inch displays) suit different preferences.
- Flexible seating configurations cater to both family and adventure use.
Spaciousness and Dimensions
Comparing with the model of production line of former year, the length, width and height of 2024 toyota land cruiser prado is incresed. Now the amount of length is 4,925 mm and width and height statistically are 1,980 mm and 1,859 mm, correspondingly.
As we can see the size of the car will be see bigger now. Adding to that, more room inside the car is followed also by more stability. The length of wheelbase is more 60 mm and more space inside the car. additionally, this Land cruiser Toyota 2024 model became more comfortable.
Key Takeaways:
- Larger dimensions provide a more comfortable and spacious interior.
- Extended wheelbase enhances ride quality and stability.
- The increased size makes the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2024 more family-friendly.
Capability and Ground Clearance
The class-leading approach and departure angles provide a phenomenal ground clearance of 221 mm (8.7 inches). The 2024 Land Cruiser is as likely to cross the Sahara as it is the alleyways of Benares.
Key Takeaways:
- Class-leading ground clearance ensures excellent off-road performance.
- The vehicle is capable of handling various challenging terrains.
- Approach and departure angles make it versatile for off-road adventures.
Pricing and Availability
The pre-sales have already started in Europe with first deliveries planned for the first half of 2024, starting price of €57,445 (about $61,500). The pricing and trim information for the Toyota Land Cruiser 2024 in North America will be announced later when it launches in the second half of 2024.
Overall, these cars are not cheap but I’m willing to put up with them for high end presence and luxury on the trails where I do my journeys.
Key Takeaways:
- European pre-sales are underway, with a starting price of €57,445.
- North American deliveries begin in the second half of 2024.
- Pricing for the North American market will be announced closer to launch.
Conclusion
The 250 series thus marks the beginning of an unending, continuing evolution of one of the world’s most recognisable off-roading icons – the Toyota Land Cruiser. All on board. Photo courtesy Toyota Motor CorporationThe debut of the all-new 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is but a hint of the way that the world’s most famous four-wheeled safari vehicle has gradually evolved to serve niche uses that bend the Land Cruiser to ever wider purposes – ultimately creating an entire consumer-driven safari machine manufacturing sector.
Key Takeaways:
- The 2024 Land Cruiser is the perfect blend of tradition and modern innovation.
- It caters to both adventure seekers and family buyers.
- Global anticipation grows as its 2024 launch nears.