We’ve uncovered local prices for the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado ahead of this J250-gen SUV’s imminent launch in South Africa. Here’s what you’ll pay…
After a short delay, the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 7-seater SUV is scheduled to hit the market in South Africa in June 2024. But, after some digging, we’ve managed to unearth local pricing for this highly anticipated J250-generation range, which includes a “very limited number” of First Edition units…
As we previously reported when we uncovered several details of the local line-up back in January, the local Prado range shrinks slightly – from the current 5 derivatives to 3 variants (or, technically, 4 if you include the bi-tone version as a standalone model) – largely owing to the removal of the naturally aspirated 4.0-litre V6 petrol engine from the portfolio.
So, it’s now an exclusively oil-burning range, with all derivatives employing the Japanese firm’s familiar 2.8-litre, 4-cylinder turbodiesel engine. In J250-series Prado form, Toyota’s well-known 1GD-FTV motor again delivers 150 kW and 500 Nm to all 4 corners, though switches from the outgoing model’s 6-speed automatic transmission to a more modern 8-speed self-shifting gearbox.
What about pricing? Well, according to our information, the Prado 2.8 GD TX again serves as the entry point to the range, though is now priced from R1 296 300. For the record, that represents a R127 900 increase over the outgoing version (the J150-gen Prado’s pricing bookends having been pegged at R1 168 400 and R1 376 400).
From what we understand, the new 2.8 GD TX loses its centre limited-slip differential but gains a more comprehensive anti-theft system, as well as added safety features such as tyre-pressure monitoring, parking sensors, blind-spot monitoring, lane-trace assist, adaptive cruise control and additional airbags.
Like all variants in the new range, the 2.8 GD TX derivative comes with a black finish for its front bumper, grille, side-mirror caps, rear bumper and wheel-arch mouldings. Inside, however, it switches from a leather-and-fabric combination to straight leather (while also dropping its traditional handbrake lever in favour of an electric version).
With the outgoing range’s VX and VX-L trim levels scrapped, the new Prado 2.8 GD VX-R specification is up next. Priced from R1 448 900, this grade adds items such as a moonroof, a heated steering wheel, a cooler box, wireless smartphone charging and adaptive high-beam headlamps. It appears to do without adaptive variable suspension but scores a rear and centre torque-sensing limited-slip differential.
Finally, there’s the Prado 2.8 VX-R First Edition, which will be available “while stocks last”. There are technically 2 versions of the First Edition – one in monotone form and the other in bi-tone guise – each based on the VX-R specification. First Edition models will be easily recognisable thanks to their circular headlamps. The monotone variant is priced from R1 462 400, while the bi-tone derivative starts at R1 472 600 (a premium of R10 200).
First Edition variants are offered in a choice of 4 exterior paint colours: Platinum Pearl White, Avant-Garde Bronze Metallic, Sand and Sand Bi-Tone (the latter featuring a white roof). Meanwhile, TX and VX-R models will also be available in Platinum Pearl White and Avant-Garde Bronze Metallic, along with Glacier White, Attitude Black, Black and Smokey Grey.
As a reminder, the new Prado is underpinned by the same TNGA-F ladder-frame chassis employed by the Land Cruiser 300. For the record, the 5-strong Land Cruiser 300 portfolio is currently priced from R1 458 900 to R2 095 100. See full new Prado prices below…
How much does the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado cost in SA?
Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD TX – R1 296 300
Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD VX-R – R1 448 900
Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD VX-R First Edition – R1 462 400
Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD VX-R First Edition Bi-Tone – R1 472 600
The new Prado will ship standard with Toyota’s 3-year/100 000 km warranty and a 9-service/90 000 km service plan.
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