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Review: Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8GD VX-R

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August 02, 2024

Car Magazine's Kyle Kock recently attended the South African introduction of the fifth-generation Toyota Land Cruiser Prado in Mozambique. He writes that this latest model has been worth the wait.

-  Kyle Kock

Review: Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8GD VX-R

It’s been 14 years since the previousgeneration Land Cruiser Prado was launched in South Africa, and to say that the fifth generation has been eagerly anticipated is an understatement.

Since its inception 34 years ago, the Prado has been a more affordable choice for those who didn’t aspire to the luxurious appointments of the range-topping Land Cruiser, but also didn’t want to forgo all the comforts, like the more utilitarian 70 Series.

WHAT’S NEW ON THIS MODEL?

The Land Cruiser Prado now makes use of a bulkier, squared-off appearance inspired by its predecessors. Up front, Toyota lettering sits central on a smaller grille, with slimline LED headlamps on the TX and VX-R grades. The First Edition models make exclusive use of round headlamps like classic Land Cruisers.

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