general information about the car
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 - the fourth generation of all-wheel drive frame SUV Toyota Motor Corporation, which has been produced since 2009 at the Nino plant (Hamura, Japan). Most car modifications are five-door and five-seater, but there are also three-door five-seater and five-door seven-seater modifications.
The history of the Prado model began in 1985, when, on the basis of the flagship Toyota Land Cruiser 70, a lightweight three-door version of the SUV was created, which received the LJ71G index (for export models, there were the names Land Cruiser II and Land Cruiser Light). The car was distinguished by a spring suspension, a low-power engine (85 hp) and was positioned as a station wagon. off-road. In 1990, a significant modernization of the 70th Land Cruiser was made, which also affected the LJ71G - the model received an updated five-door body, three rows of seats and its own name - Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. This model was produced until 1996, when it was replaced by the second generation Prado - 90 series. It was created to counterbalance the much sought after Mitsubishi Pajero, which occupied the niche of light and comfortable SUVs. The new Land Cruiser Prado was offered in three-door and five-door body styles and featured independent front suspension. The model turned out to be very successful and a year later it was able to bypass its main competitor in terms of sales in the domestic and foreign markets. The third generation of the SUV (120 series) appeared in 2002 and became one of Toyota's tools to conquer the European market. Especially for this, the design development was entrusted to the French studio ED2. It was also distinguished by many electronic auxiliary systems. Production of the third generation was completed in 2009.
Model history
The new, last for today, fourth generation Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show 2009, which once again confirmed the "European" purpose of the model. At the same time, the geography of target markets has significantly expanded compared to the 120th Prado - the car began to be delivered to many countries in Latin America, Australia (more than 175 countries in total). In North America, it is not for sale - instead, a luxury analogue is offered there -. The SUV, like its predecessor, is based on a platform. In 2012, it was decided to launch a new Toyota generations Land Cruiser Prado in Russia. Since February 18, 2013, its serial production has been carried out at the Sollers-Bussan joint venture. Planned production volumes - 12000 pcs. per year, which fully meets the demand Russian market. Little is known about the successor to the fourth generation Toyota Land Cruiser Prado and the estimated release date. According to Mark Tamplin, vice president of Toyota's elite division, Lexus, next model GX (and therefore Prado) will most likely switch to a load-bearing body, instead of a frame structure. In addition, a turbocharged gasoline version is expected to appear in the line of engines.
Technological features
Compared to the previous version, the Land Cruiser Prado 150 has acquired several interesting systems and design solutions. So, a kinetic stabilization system (KDSS) appeared, which is designed to optimize the performance of the suspension on off-road - on a flat road it provides rigidity, and on off-road it automatically increases the suspension travel. There is also an automated control transfer case– with a rotating handle. Prado also borrowed the CRAWL system from the flagship Land Cruiser, which performs the function of cruise control when driving slowly off-road - up to 5 km / h with a speed change step of only 1 km / h. Additionally, an electronic assistant Multi-Terrain Select is installed, which allows you to change the degree of slip depending on the selected type of off-road - dirt, snow, gravel, stones. An interesting feature of this system is the possibility of a circular view (Multi-Terrain Monitor) with the overlay of the trajectory of the movement of the wheels on the image received from the video cameras.
Of the small improvements, the following can be noted: optional installation of a transparent roof; box with a refrigerator in the armrest; spectacle compartment with panoramic mirror for blind spot monitoring; bottom illumination for ease of landing; the possibility of a separate opening of the rear door glass; the presence of a 200V outlet in the trunk.
Interesting Facts
The Chairman of the Communist Party of China, the head of state, drives a Hong Qi HQE limousine, which is based on an extended Toyota Land Cruiser Prado platform. Due to the fact that this car there are problems with handling and reliability, it is usually used only for trips over short distances.
According to Toyota marketers, almost a quarter of potential Land Cruiser Prado buyers are women.
Advantages and disadvantages compared to classmates
The main difference between the Prado 150 and classmates is the presence of a supporting frame. This makes it more reliable and durable. Also, the frame structure provides a lower cost for an SUV compared to many others (for example, Volkswagen Tuareg, Land Rover Discovery). Among the shortcomings - a large number, increased consumption fuel, poorer interior equipment, side opening backdoor which requires a large space for loading and unloading.
Numbers and awards
From 2009 to the beginning of 2013, about 50,000 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150s were sold in Russia. Since 2010, the Prado has topped the ranking of the best-selling full-size SUVs in Russia.
Prado also often tops the lists of the most stolen cars in Russia.
Debut of the fourth generation Toyota Prado took place in Frankfurt am Main in 2009. And in the middle of 2012, the car successfully passed a test drive and was appreciated by its fans. The assembly of the Prado was immediately started in Russia. By the autumn of 2013, the Vladivostok plant "Sollers-Bussan" had fully mastered its capacities. And already in November 2013, Russian Toyota dealers presented midsize SUV Land Cruiser Prado 150. The start of sales began at a price of 1,700,000 rubles, which depends on the configuration and engine type. The slightly updated car successfully passed the test drive and was closely examined from different angles.
The first generation of the Land Cruiser Prado was released back in 87 of the last century. Since that time, the Prado has gradually become an indispensable friend for fans of a chic drive. "Pradik", as his admirers dubbed him, had many glorious pages in his history. I would like to pay attention to the impressive dimensions, the power of forms and aggressive appearance. In some trim levels, modern dynamics with sporty elements are also present in the appearance. In total, Prado now has 8 types of configurations: Prestige, Suite (7 seats), Suite (5 seats), Sport (5 seats), Sport (7 seats) Comfort and Standard.
Exterior
After years of rigorous testing, the 2014 Prado has received a sleeker look along with technical improvements; angular shapes have been replaced by more streamlined, aerodynamic exterior details. 17" alloy wheels give Toyota Prado more elegance and some ease of movement. A more visual test drive is presented in the video below.
The body length of the Land Cruiser Prado is 150 - 4780 mm, the wheelbase of the car was 2790 millimeters. The width of the body shell is 1885 mm (this does not include rear-view mirrors). The height varies in the range of 1840 - 1890 mm and depends on the configuration. Ground clearance is 222 mm. The inner track width is 1583 mm. Taking into account the impressive dimensions, the minimum turning radius of the car is pleasantly surprising: on the outer wheel it does not exceed 5.6 meters. The total curb weight of the SUV, depending on the components of the configuration, can be from 2100 to 2550 kg.
In front new SUV The Land Cruiser Prado 150 received original new headlights from Toyota designers. Lighting technology with stylish LED waterfalls daytime lights the updated Prado harmoniously combines with a massive radiator grille. Chrome-trimmed vertical lintels and solid framing of the top and sides give the radiator grille a respectable and beautiful look. Large fog lamps further emphasize the powerful front bumper.
The rear of the body of the new Landcruiser Prado 150 has significant differences from the stern of the pre-styling Prado. The marker lamp shades have been changed, the surface of the luggage compartment door, which is framed by a wide chrome bar, has been decorated somewhat differently, it appeared after the rework.
Interior
The two layout options for the Land Cruiser Prado cabin are distinguished by five or seven passenger seats. They are quite comfortable and have a decent level of comfort with quality finishing materials.
Stylish, with modern display and control elements, the central instrument panel gives a feeling of volume. An on-board computer with a color display and intuitive characteristics allows you to effectively test vehicle components even for inexperienced drivers.
The center console is highlighted by a clear touch screen multimedia electronic system. At the same time, it has indicators of the state of some vehicle control systems.
The transmission control buttons and selector are located in an unusual, but quite convenient place at the bottom of the console, in front of the gearbox control. Instrument indicators are now more informative.
In other details, the interior remained the same as in the previous Prado, of course, if you do not detain attention to better and modern materials applied in decoration. Comfortable and very comfortable chairs, a decent supply of free space, where people with the largest complexion can easily accommodate.
It should be immediately reported that the changed appearance and interior design of the new Prado 150 2014 is cosmetic, and the electronic filling of a technically complete SUV is only slightly modernized by Japanese manufacturers. And is it necessary to change an already perfect technique that has successfully passed a full drive?
The trunk of this SUV deserves special attention. In the basic configuration, its capacity is 625 cubic meters. see for cargo. With the rear seats folded down, luggage space capacity can be increased to 2,000 cu. see. In the seven-seater versions of the Prado, the capacitive characteristics of the trunk are reduced to 104 liters.
Specifications
As mentioned at the beginning of the review, the Toyota Landcruiser Prado 150 is available in three versions power plants, of which two are petrol. The base engine is a reliable four-cylinder 2TR FE petrol engine. Its working volume is 2695 cm3 (2.7 l), which, according to tests, is quite enough for off-road use.
Base motor package:
♦ 16-valve DOHC chain driven mechanism.
♦ Electronic variable valve timing system type VVT-i, which is capable of developing power up to 165 hp. (122 kW) at a maximum speed of 5200 per minute. Peak torque is already reached at 3700 rpm and falls at around 246 Nm.
♦ Gearbox - 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.
2.7-liter power unit With manual transmission according to test characteristics, it consumes about 12.3 liters of AI-95 gasoline in the urban cycle. In aggregation with an "automatic" gasoline consumption is 12.7 liters. The manufacturer does not advertise the dynamics of acceleration to “hundreds”, however, during a test drive, it can be 18 seconds up to a maximum vehicle speed of 167 km / h.
4.0 liter flagship engine for the Land Cruiser Prado 150 looks much more impressive. This is a V-shaped six model 1GRFE. It uses a 24-valve DOHC type chain gas distribution system with electronic system phase change Dual WT-i. The maximum power of 285 liters. With. the engine develops at 5400 rpm. Moreover, the upper torque limit of 387 Nm is already reached at 4350 rpm.
The checkpoint for the flagship is provided only in the form of a 5-speed "automatic". In this ratio, the starting spurt to “hundreds” occurs in 9.1 seconds. The test results fully comply with the required Euro-V standards, while the engine demonstrates excellent environmental friendliness and economy. The average fuel consumption (gasoline) according to the test drive in the urban cycle is within 11.5 liters.
Diesel power unit The 1KD FTV brand occupies an intermediate position in terms of its characteristics between the above-mentioned gasoline engines. Four in-line cylinders have a working volume of 2982 cm3 (3 l) and are capable of developing a power of about 170 hp. With. (125 kW), which, according to the test, is already achieved at 3400 rpm. At the same time, the peak torque is set at around 410 Nm and is kept in the range of 1650-2800 rpm. The diesel is equipped with a 16-valve DOHC type mechanism with a chain drive, an intercooler and a common rail for direct fuel injection.
The diesel engine is equipped only with a 5-speed "automatic", with which acceleration to the mark of 100 km is achieved in 11.7 seconds. The maximum speed of the Land Cruiser Prado 150 Diesel is 178 km/h. Fuel consumption in the city is about 8.5 liters.
In all of the above trim levels, the Prado has common system permanent all-wheel drive, which is complemented by a Torsen limited slip differential. Common to all modifications are: traction control TRC and VSC directional stability system, spar chassis frame with spring-link independent front suspension and dependent rear. We only note that the “luxury” package offers a replacement rear suspension to pneumatic adaptive AVS. It is represented by three operating modes: Normal, Comfort and for a professional drive - the Sport system.
Ventilated disc brakes are installed in all configurations on the rear and front axles. Brakes are equipped ABS systems, BAS and EBD, a test drive showed them to be quite effective.
Rack and pinion steering
The rack and pinion steering is supplemented with an amplifier, which is very typical for SUVs. Gear ratio rack and pinion is 18.4, which determines 3 turns of the steering wheel between the extreme positions.
More clearly, the technical characteristics are presented in the following table:
| Technical Toyota specifications Land Cruiser Prado 150 | ||||
| Engines | 2.7 MT (163 hp) | 2.7AT (163 hp) | 3.0 AT (173 hp) | 4.0 AT (282 hp) |
| Performance indicators | ||||
| Maximum speed, km/h | 165 | 165 | 175 | 180 |
| Acceleration up to 100 km/h, s | - | - | 11.7 | 9.2 |
| Fuel consumption, l city / highway / mixed | - / - / 12.3 | - / - / 12.5 | 10.4 / 6.7 / 8.1 | 14.7 / 8.6 / 10.8 |
| CO2 emissions, g/km | 288 | 292 | 214 | 256 |
| Engine | ||||
| Engine size, cm? | 2694 | 2982 | 3956 | |
| engine's type | petrol | diesel | petrol | |
| Fuel brand | AI-95 | DT | AI-95 | |
| Environmental class | Euro 4 | Euro 5 | ||
| Maximum power, hp/kW at rpm | 163 / 120 / 5200 | 173 / 127 / 3400 | 282 / 207 / 5600 | |
| Maximum torque, N * m at rpm | 246 / 3800 | 410 / 1600?–?2800 | 387 / 4400 | |
| Number of cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 4 | 4 | 4 | |
| Cylinder arrangement | row | row | V-shaped | |
| Engine power system | distributed injection | engine with undivided combustion chambers (direct fuel injection) | distributed injection | |
| Engine location | front, longitudinal | front, longitudinal | front, longitudinal | |
| Supercharging type | No | turbocharged with intercooled air | No | |
| Compression ratio | 9.6 | 17.9 | 10.4 | |
| Cylinder diameter and piston stroke, mm | 95x95 | 96x103 | 94x95 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Transmission type | Mechanics | machine | machine | machine |
| Number of gears | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| type of drive | full | full | full | full |
| Dimensions in mm | ||||
| Length | 4780 | |||
| Width | 1885 | |||
| Height | 1890 | |||
| Wheelbase | 2790 | |||
| Clearance | 220 | |||
| Front track width | 1585 | |||
| Rear track width | 1585 | |||
| Wheel size | 265/65/R17, 265/60/R18 | |||
| Volume and mass | ||||
| Trunk volume min / max, l | 621 / 1934 | |||
| Volume fuel tank, l | 87 | |||
| Gross weight, kg | 2850 | 2990 | 2900 | |
| Curb weight, kg | 2100 | 2165 | 2125 | |
| Suspension and brakes | ||||
| Front suspension type | independent, spring | |||
| Rear suspension type | dependent, spring | |||
| Front brakes | disc ventilated | |||
| Rear brakes | disc ventilated | |||
Interesting features of Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150
The 2014 model year marked the very off-road-friendly Multi-terrain Select system. True, it is available only in the top versions of the Prado. The next five operating modes are: Rocks (rocks), Loose Rocks (gravel and stones), Rocks and Dirt (rocks and mud), Mud and Sand (sand and mud), Modul (potholes and mounds).
It is also worth paying attention to safety: control of "blind spots" using the Blins Spot Monitor, seven airbags, a rear parking sensor, an effective alarm system. The unique TSC system, which controls the position of the towed trailer or trailer, deserved a good mark during the test drive.
The starting price of the updated Land Cruiser Prado 150 2014 model year for Russian motorists will be 1.7 million rubles. The price of a top-end car with a sports bias and a seven-seat interior will be 2,900,000 rubles.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 updated: June 17, 2018 by: dimajp
The history of the Prado began in 1987. The release of the first generation of the SUV continued until 1996. The car turned out to be smaller than the Land Cruiser 60 and occupied a previously empty niche in model range companies.
Production of the second generation began in 1996 and ended in 2002. For the Prado, they used a common platform with the 4Runner model. In 1999, the car was restyled.
Options and prices Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150
| Equipment | Price | Engine | Box | Drive unit |
| 2.7MT Classic | 1 997 000 | gasoline 2.7 (163 hp) | mechanics (5) | full |
| 2.7MT Standart | 2 327 000 | gasoline 2.7 (163 hp) | mechanics (5) | full |
| 2.7AT Standard | 2 672 000 | gasoline 2.7 (163 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 2.8D MT Classic | 2 807 000 | diesel 2.8 (177 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 2.8DAT Comfort | 2 978 000 | diesel 2.8 (177 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 2.8DAT Elegance | 3 124 000 | diesel 2.8 (177 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 2.8D AT Style | 3 250 000 | diesel 2.8 (177 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 4.0AT Elegance | 3 373 000 | gasoline 4.0 (282 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 2.8DAT Prestige | 3 389 000 | diesel 2.8 (177 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 4.0AT Prestige | 3 604 000 | gasoline 4.0 (282 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 2.8D AT Lux 5-seater | 3 620 000 | diesel 2.8 (177 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 2.8D AT Lux 7-seater | 3 698 000 | diesel 2.8 (177 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 4.0AT Lux 5-seater | 3 835 000 | gasoline 4.0 (282 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
| 4.0AT Lux 7-seater | 3 913 000 | gasoline 4.0 (282 hp) | automatic (6) | full |
From 2002 to 2009, the third generation of the SUV occupied the assembly line, and in 2009, a new, fourth generation of the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show.
The length of the SUV is 4,780 mm, width - 1,885, height - 1,890. The ground clearance of the Land Cruiser Prado 150 is 150 mm, its wheelbase is 2,790. the saloon of the 7-seater version can be loaded from 104 to 1,833 conventional liters of luggage.
The exterior of the Prado 150 suggests that designers (or, quite likely, marketers) were trying to find a "new face" that was both recognizable, a little (or a lot) aggressive and expensive.
The abundance of non-trivial elements and shapes, exaggerated “bloatings” above the wheel arches, slanted headlights and impressive dimensions suggest that the tasks have been achieved, but whether it all looks attractive is up to buyers to judge.
The interior of the Toyota Prado 150 has a completely different “mood”. The style of the interior is somewhat reminiscent of family traits of the family Land Rover Discovery (3rd and 4th generations). The design of the center console is dominated by regular geometric shapes, the dashboard is devoid of any pretentiousness, the digitization of the instrument panel scales is not too frequent, which, together with moderately bright backlighting, implies good readability, steering wheel looks off-road seriously and, according to the class, expensive. However, the salon is absolutely not boring or simple.
Toyota dealers in Russia offer the Prado 150 with three engine options. The working volume of the first gasoline power unit is 2.7 liters, the engine has 4 cylinders arranged in a row, 16 valves. The maximum power provided is 163 hp. at 5,200 rpm, torque - 246 Nm at 3,800 rpm.
Specifications second gasoline engine: working volume - 4.0 liters., 6-cylinder, V-shaped, 24-valve, maximum power - 282 hp at 5,600 rpm, maximum torque - 387 Nm at 4,400 rpm.
The third engine is an in-line 4-cylinder 16-valve diesel engine with a working volume of 2.8 liters. The engine provides maximum power at 177 hp. at 3,400 rpm, a maximum torque of 450 Nm is available in the rev range crankshaft from 1,600 to 2,400 rpm.
Two transmission options are available to potential buyers: a 5-speed manual gearbox, as well as a 6-band automatic. The drive in all variants is exclusively 4 × 4.
Today, dealers offer six levels of vehicle equipment: Classic, Standard, Comfort, Elegance, Style, as well as 5- and 7-seat Lux versions.
Prices for the basic version of the Land Cruiser Prado 150 with a 2.7-liter engine and manual transmission in the Standard configuration start at 2,327,000 rubles. The list of installed equipment includes fog lights, 17-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, audio system, factory alarm, immobilizer, and ABS, traction control system, stability control, active head restraints and a set of seven airbags.
A seven-seater SUV in the Lux configuration with a 4.0-liter engine and automatic transmission will cost the buyer 3,913,000 rubles. For this money, the buyer will receive a car with xenon headlights, an adaptive lighting system, 18-inch rims, front and rear parking sensors, three-zone climate control, cruise control, heated front seats, rain and light sensors, leather trim, CD changer, navigation system, 4 view cameras around the perimeter of the car, etc.
Updated Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2014
At the end of August 2013, the automaker introduced an updated version of the 2014-2015 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado SUV, which was launched in Europe in the fall.
Externally, the car received a new head optics with LED sections, a modified radiator grille and rear lights, as well as retouched bumpers. In addition, the updated Land Cruiser Prado 2015 has gained in dimensions - its length has grown to 4,805 mm (+45), its width has grown to 1,905 (+10), and its height has decreased by 20 millimeters to 1,825.
The restyled 2015 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is still offered in five- and seven-seat versions, and a heated steering wheel, a multimedia system with a 7-inch display, a rear-view camera and a tracking system for “dead” zones have been added to the options. A retuned suspension is designed to improve comfort, and both its regular version and the electronically controlled Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System have undergone revisions.
In addition, in the interior of the SUV, the design of the instrument panel and center console was revised, on which the control panel for the off-road Multi-terrain Select system was placed. Concerning power units, then they remained the same for the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150, except that the power of the 3.0-liter modernized diesel engine was increased from 173 to 190 hp.
On August 17, Russia started accepting orders for the modernized SUV Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150, which got a completely new diesel engine and six-band automatic transmission gears, which replaced the four- and five-speed automatic transmissions on all other versions.
Outside, Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2016-2017 has not changed much. Unless on cars in the performance of Elegance and above, roof rails and factory tinted rear windows appeared. And for interior design, an additional trim option with brown leather and aluminum inserts has become available.
As for the engine, instead of the previous 3.0-liter turbodiesel of the KD series, which produces 173 hp. and 410 Nm of torque, came completely new unit GD with a working volume of 2.8 liters and developing 177 forces and 450 Nm of thrust (previously this debuted on a pickup truck). The average fuel consumption in the combined cycle with it is 7.4 liters per hundred.
And thanks to new transmission slightly more economical steel and gasoline engines, while with the top-end 4.0-liter version of the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2016 began to accelerate from standstill to hundreds in 8.8 seconds against 9.2 seconds. previously.
The price of the updated SUV starts at 1,997,000 rubles (basic version with manual transmission), while for a modification with a new diesel engine, they ask from 2,807,000 rubles. The Prestige and Luxe trim levels now have a parking exit assist system in reverse.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2015 photo
➖ Problematic brake discs
➖ Handling (rolling in turns)
➖ Ergonomics
➖ Color quality
➖ High risk of theft
pros
➕ Roomy trunk
➕ Reliability
➕ Patency
➕ Liquidity
Advantages and disadvantages of Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 2018-2019 identified based on reviews real owners. More detailed pros and cons of the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 2.8 diesel, as well as 4.0 and 2.7 with mechanics, automatic and 4x4 all-wheel drive can be found in the stories below:
Owner reviews
Prado 150 is a cozy, affectionate and, most importantly, quite maneuverable car both in the city and off-road. There is no particular noise from the diesel engine, acceleration is acceptable in the city - it is quite enough. In general, the first impressions are positive.
The switches of some auto control functions are inconveniently located, the steering wheel interferes with their review. I would like more information on the car to be displayed on the MFP, the screen seems to be large, but there is little sense. The front and rear cameras quickly get clogged with dirt, especially in bad weather.
Owner drives Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8d (177 HP) AT 2015
Video review
Huge asset this Toyota The Land Cruiser Prado 150 is a suspension honed over the years - you can't fault it! High passive and active safety.
Believe me, in my organization we use ten Pradiks, all of 2014, for 2 years on all mileage from 50 to 80 t.km. The main DISEASE of this car is the brake discs - over time, when braking, and especially emergency or downhill, they hit the steering wheel very unpleasantly. FOR ALL 10 CARS!
Replacement under warranty is enough for 30,000 km. On one machine, the pump suddenly died, on the other the signal disappeared, on three the batteries died, the cleaner brushes must be changed every weather year, but the price is for the original! Well, the price of maintenance at the official service station is not at all encouraging.
The rear door is quite heavy, so the opening is not vertical, but horizontal, and on all machines it is loose, especially when off-road, play is heard.
Alexey drives Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.7 (163 hp) AT 2014
I expected better. Firstly, the engine yells while picking up speed, as much as it lays its ears. Secondly, luggage compartment not thought out by the designers - there is nowhere to put even a fire extinguisher, I had to purchase a tool box.
In a car for 2,175,000 rubles, the seat adjustment is worse than the first model Zhiguli, but the steering wheel adjustment is with memory. At a speed of 110 km / h, the hood vibrates, it seems that it is made of foil.
With a run of 14,000 km, something rattled in the suspension and began to strongly give into the steering wheel. The service at the dealer revealed that the stabilization mechanism had failed. The front right parking sensor works when it wants to.
With a cold running engine, a loud knock is heard, whether it is valves knocking or knocking comes from injectors, but when given strong speed for 20 seconds, the knock disappears. For the money, I would not recommend buying this car.
The owner drives a 2013 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 3.0d (173 hp) automatic.
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One big drawback of the Land Cruiser 150, which I learned about just not long ago and which crosses out all the advantages of the car - the body starts to RUST. The car is less than a year old.
According to the OD, this is supposedly a disease of all Toyotas, the Prado has a hood and a fifth door. There is a discussion about this on the Prado forum. I hoped that the car assembled in Japan would be insured against many problems, it turned out that it was not a fact. In a word, disappointed.
Alexander Metelkin, drives a Land Cruiser Prado 3.0d (173 hp) AT 2014
Toyota could not save on a car worth almost two million and put navigation on all modifications - all the same, a jeep, full-fledged on a frame, its purpose is to go to roads outside settlements, somehow even defective!
And the bluetooth sees my Android every time it wants, maybe this is the nature of the machine - for me this is a sign of cheapness! And the clutch disc should not burn on a run of 10,000 for a car of this class. If it burns again, then this is already a clear structural defect!
Ekaterina Melnichuk, drives a Land Cruiser Prado 2.7 (163 HP) MT 2014
Good car for the village. Purely for those who do not want to drive a pickup truck around the village without roads, then the passenger Prado is suitable. Comfort is in it only as a cross-country ability and ergonomics. All! But if you drive around the city, it's not the same. The car rolls, barely rides, and the cabin is noisy, as if there are no glasses inside. In Lada Vesta, it’s quieter and softer.
So the advantages of a car are reliability and patency. Disadvantages: hard, noisy and rolly in corners. In short, purely for the village.
Marat Nurgaliev, review of Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 diesel automatic 2017
I have a mechanic, the engine is only 2.7 liters, but I am satisfied with the car. Well, yes, it’s not a catapult, but it’s quiet on the highway and holds the road like a ship. On secondary routes of the Moscow, Vladimir and Ivanovo regions it goes without any complaints. The chairs are comfortable, the back does not get tired.
On overtaking - yes, you have to wait longer and think twice, but, on the other hand, is it necessary to hurry? And so, that 90 km / h, that 130 km / h - keeps equally confident. I put reliability and repair on 4-ke, because I don’t know what this repair will cost. Casco took with a franchise, it cost 75 thousand, Osago - more than 20, but with an unlimited number of drivers. Consumption on average 15 liters.
Of the advantages, I will also note spacious salon, large trunk and acoustics. As for the shortcomings, I would probably prefer to take an automatic, since with mechanics on gasoline and 163 horses per two tons of weight in traffic jams is a chore.
Review of Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.7 (163 hp) mechanics 2016
Price: from 2,499,000 rubles.
The 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show presented to the public the second restyling of the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado with the J150 index. Fans have been waiting for an update for a long time, especially against the backdrop of a change in the classic one, though they were surprised by the second restyling. For those who are not in the know, this is also the 4th generation, released in 2009, but has already survived the second update. Let's see what the Japanese have brought new.
Now I'm young
The transformation of the front end benefited the visual age. associated with "gray hair", this car has become more aggressive, that is, young. Abandoned headlights going down in favor of the classic diode design. The radiator grille has been completely changed, the chrome trim of which lies on top of the optics.
The bumper of the Pradik was completely changed, equipping it with convex shapes and a recessed fog lamp framed in chrome. They put a hood from Kruzak, although they are not interchangeable, but they added aggression.
At the rear of the SUV, the bumper was slightly changed, the interior design of the lights was changed, and everything else was left. There are no changes on the side, except for the shape of the thresholds.
Easy resizing:
- length - 4840 mm;
- width - 1855 mm;
- height - 1845 mm;
- wheelbase - 2790 mm;
- ground clearance - 215 mm.
Innovations of the Prado salon 2018-2019
Toyota has always lagged behind others when it comes to electronics because it is considered more conservative by fans. You will not see anything new here, there are easy steps into the future so as not to remain a "dinosaur".
The dashboard of the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado J150 was equipped with a new 4.2-inch display on-board computer with different information. In general, the whole tidy has changed, but these are trifles in the form of scales. Toyota Touch 2 multimedia display is now 8-inch. Near the gearshift lever, there were buttons for controlling driving modes when ordering adaptive shock absorbers.
The little 200 got its 4-spoke multi-wheel, which in good trim levels becomes partially wooden. By the way, the center console has become lower by 25 mm, which, according to the Japanese, improves visibility.
The seats were left the same, all the same 5 seats and optional two rear seats. Of the new options at the front, there was ventilation and its own climate control at the rear. There is also a lot of space, even set the adjustment of the rear sofa.
The trunk remained the same - 621 liters. You can fold the rear sofa to get 1934 liters, but still get a high threshold. The spare tire is not under the floor, but is attached to the bottom.
An addition to the Pradik 2018-2019 electronics was the Toyota Safety package with various systems: adaptive crisis control, lane sensor with hold, driver fatigue sensor, traffic sign recognition, blind spot monitoring, automatic braking in front of an obstacle.
Specifications
| Type | Volume | Power | Torque | Overclocking | Max Speed | Number of cylinders |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol | 2.7 l | 163 HP | 246 H*m | 12.3 sec. | 165 km/h | 4 |
| Petrol | 4.0 l | 249 HP | 381 H*m | 9.7 sec. | 175 km/h | V6 |
| Diesel | 2.8 l | 177 HP | 450 H*m | 12.7 sec. | 175 km/h | 4 |
The line of engines was left the same, in fact, these are modified engines of the previous generation. The design is simple, so they will serve for a long time without serious problems.
- 2TR-FE - motor basic configuration Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.7-liter with VVT-i system. atmospheric installation produces 163 horsepower at 5200 rpm, which is too small for a 2-ton SUV. The maximum torque of 246 H*m is reached at 3900 rpm. Weak, because acceleration to hundreds above 12 seconds.
- 1GD-FTV - next already diesel engine by kits. There is a variable geometry turbine and the familiar Common Rail system. As a result, at 3400 rpm, 177 Horse power, and from 1600 rpm all the torque is available - 450 H * m. The dynamics have not improved much, but the huge moment shows itself well off-road.
- The 1GR-FE is the top-of-the-line 4.0-litre V6 found on the Prado's predecessor. In fact, the installation produces 282 horses, but it was strangled to 249 horses and 381 H * m of the moment in order to pass through taxes. Here, the acceptable dynamics is 9.7 seconds.
off-road
The base engine in the minimum configuration comes with a 5-speed mechanical box gears, optionally, he and all other engines are equipped with a 6-speed automatic. Full-Time TL drive with Torsen lockable differential. Also left a downshift. We expanded the functionality of Multi-Terrain Select, through which the terrain is selected, and the system adjusts the distribution of torque and blocking (including rear cross-axle) for better efficiency.
The Japanese SUV Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2018-2019 honors traditions, so it remained framed. The front suspension is independent with double wishbones, and the rear is a continuous axle with trailing arms. The top is equipped with adaptive shock absorbers, pneuma and active hydraulic supports of KDSS stabilizers. Riding modes are manually configured, two new modes have been added.
KDSS really had a positive effect on the sensations. With it, the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 SUV loses its buildup and does not bite when braking. The suspension is of course comfortable, and the all-wheel drive system surprises with cross-country ability. Don't believe? Find a car and check.
Off-road enthusiasts will be useful to know the angles of entry / exit: front - 31 degrees, rear - 25 degrees. The manufacturer claims that the car will overcome the ford up to 70 cm deep.
Price and configuration
Here the reputation of the model really deteriorates, because the basic configuration of the "Classic" is simply empty. It is clear that in this way the manufacturer receives a relatively low base price - 2 499 000 rubles, but reduces prestige.
Base equipment:
- 2.7-liter engine;
- Manual Transmission;
- 4 airbags;
- hill start assistance system;
- air conditioner;
- full power package;
- fabric salon;
- steel 17-inch wheels;
- conventional limited slip differential;
- halogen headlights;
- diode rear lights;
- light sensor;
- simple on-board computer;
- media plug.
The package is really empty. The essence of the Prado is revealed in expensive versions, the top of which costs 4,402,000 rubles. Here you will really understand what it is, because it will appear:
- 2 additional seats in the back;
- 4 liter engine;
- LED head optics with washer;
- light sensor;
- leather upholstery;
- new 4.2-inch on-board computer;
- wood trim;
- power seats;
- heating of two rows;
- front seat ventilation;
- keyless access;
- starting heater;
- Toyota Safety package;
- 3-zone climate control;
- 8-inch multimedia display;
- JBL audio system;
- 4 cameras;
- all off-road functions;
- adaptive suspension.
Yes, it's still the same good old Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2018-2019. The second restyling essentially introduced a dozen minor changes, but they were able to completely change the character of the SUV, making it more manageable, modern and functional. The target adult audience will be pleased with the changes and the former reliability. Claim only in the basic configuration - too cheap and it's not about the price.
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