TOYOTA has formally unveiled its new-generation LandCruiser Prado this week, the favored four-wheel drive mannequin set to reach in Australia in mid-2024 promising an all-new design, mild-hybrid driveline, up to date know-how, and improved efficiency.
Arriving shortly after the twin-under-the-skin Lexus GX, the ruggedly-styled Prado goals to supply patrons with a “mix of functionality, amenity and passenger-oriented consolation” whereas persevering with to supply the go-anywhere capabilities for which the mannequin is greatest identified.
Visually, the boxier Prado is alleged to fuse conventional and modern styling cues, using a horizontal theme impressed by early-generation LandCrusiers. The front-end is predicated round an oblong grille and tri-beam headlights and a low-set cowl that improves ahead visibility.
The horizontal theme continues in profile, complemented by muscular wheel arches and a low beltline designers say gives a way of power, and a greater view out for all occupants.
On the rear, the Prado options vertically set tail-lights and a “easy tail-light signature to enrich the front-end” with a silver decrease bumper cowl matching that discovered up entrance.
Measuring 4920mm in size, 1988mm broad and 1860mm tall, the brand new Prado is 95mm longer than earlier than, 13mm wider and 10mm taller. Its 2850mm wheelbase is 60mm longer than the outgoing mannequin, matching the size of the LandCruiser 300 Collection.
Just like the LandCruiser 300 Collection, the Prado rides on Toyota’s newly developed TNGA-F ladder-frame chassis which Toyota says is 50 per cent extra inflexible than the outgoing Prado’s. Together with the physique, the package deal as an entire is alleged to be 30 per cent extra inflexible than earlier than.
This enchancment, coupled with improved suspension efficiency and extra wheel articulation is alleged to supply glorious efficiency on- and off-road, in addition to improved all-round experience consolation.
Wheel articulation is additional improved by a disconnecting entrance sway bar, whereas enhanced performance for the multi-terrain choose and multi-terrain monitor techniques are stated to “assist the Prado go even additional off-road”.
Electrical-assisted energy steering arrives to supply “crisper steering really feel” and “enhanced low-speed manoeuvreability on-road and maximised management off-road”. The system additionally permits Toyota to supply an prolonged array of security help techniques, corresponding to lane hint, not provided earlier than in Prado.
The mild-hybrid turbo-diesel engine that can quickly be provided in choose HiLux grades might be provided as customary, combining Toyota’s 1GD-FTV 2.8-litre four-cylinder with a 48-volt starter/generator to “assist enhance gasoline consumption in city settings”.
The unit continues to supply an unchanged 150kW/500Nm however is now coupled to an eight-speed automated instead of the earlier six-speed transmission.
Whereas TMCA is but to announce full specification and gear particulars for the 2024 Toyota LandCruiser Prado, it has stated that the cabin will characteristic twin digital screens for instrumentation and infotainment, and “an intuitive structure for the switches that group fundamental capabilities collectively”.
The Prado might be provided in five- or seven-seat configurations relying on variant, and might be provided with a full suite of Toyota Security Sense energetic security applied sciences.
“Australian prospects recognize the huge functionality of the LandCruiser Prado, from use as a household car, to off-roading, towing and long-distance touring, which is evidenced by its enormous reputation,” stated Toyota Australia vice chairman of gross sales, advertising and marketing and franchise operations, Sean Hanley.
“The all-new Prado takes every thing that prospects love concerning the Prado to a brand new degree, with even better efficiency, functionality and know-how, in addition to daring new styling inside and outside.”
Additional particulars on the all-new LandCruiser Prado might be introduced nearer to the mannequin’s native launch.
