What is it?
The LandCruiser 300 is Toyota's full-size body-on-frame flagship 4WD, replacing the 200 Series in 2021. TNGA-F ladder platform, full-time 4WD with low-range and locking diffs, V6 twin-turbo diesel across the range or the 341 kW i-FORCE MAX performance hybrid on GR Sport and Sahara ZX.
The lineup runs from GX V6 TD at $99,270 plus on-roads, through to Sahara ZX Performance Hybrid at $156,810 plus on-roads. Warranty cover sits at 5 years, unlimited km.
Interior and Technology
Most capable mainstream 4WD on sale. Full ladder chassis with diff locks, 3,500 kg braked tow across every grade including the 341 kW performance hybrids, and resale value is the strongest in the segment.
Six month or 10,000 km service intervals mean twice the workshop visits of a Patrol. GX 8-inch screen and five seats feel thin in a $100,000 vehicle, and the hybrids are $156,000 plus on-roads.
Should you buy the LandCruiser 300?
Reasons to buy
- Most capable mainstream 4WD on sale. Full ladder chassis with diff locks, 3,500 kg braked tow across every grade including the 341 kW performance hybrids, and resale value is the strongest in the segment.
- Warranty: 5 years, unlimited km. Extendable to 7 years on the engine and driveline with on-schedule servicing.
- 5-star ANCAP (2022), full driver-assist suite.
- Braked towing rated at 3,500 kg.
Reasons to wait
- Six month or 10,000 km service intervals mean twice the workshop visits of a Patrol. GX 8-inch screen and five seats feel thin in a $100,000 vehicle, and the hybrids are $156,000 plus on-roads.
- You want eight seats or a longer warranty (Y63 Nissan Patrol, deliveries early 2027), a cheaper diesel seven-seater (GWM Tank 500 diesel), or you can step down to a 250 Series Prado for $30k less.
- Toyota only quotes postcode-based drive-away pricing online, so budget $11,000 to $14,000 over list depending on state. Diesel GXL is the sensible buy, the performance hybrid is a $9,000 premium for 114 kW more.
- Top trim climbs to $156,810 plus on-roads.
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