Toyota Land Cruiser 150 Prado is a five-door mid-size SUV and truly legendary model Japanese automaker, professing “classical values”: frame construction, permanent all-wheel drive and solid rear axle... It can boast high level comfort, strong and reliable technology and excellent maneuverability...

Automobile fourth generation(in the J150 body) made its world debut in September 2009 (on the stage Frankfurt Motor Show) - compared to its predecessor, it has not only changed significantly externally and internally, but has also improved in technically, became more comfortable and safer and received new equipment.

At the end of August 2013, the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado underwent a “planned” update - its exterior was significantly corrected, the interior was revised, the power units were modified, the list of options was expanded, and the suspension was reconfigured to improve handling and stability on the road.

The next modernization overtook the SUV exactly two years later, but it was exclusively technical nature: The car received a new 2.8-liter diesel engine, a 6-speed automatic transmission and improved equipment.

In September 2017, at an international show in Frankfurt, a restyled car was presented to the general public, which retained the familiar “filling”, but received a more pleasant exterior design with a front end “in the style of the older Land Cruiser 200,” an improved interior with new equipment and improved electronics.

The appearance of the Toyota Land Cruiser 150 Prado can be called classic - that’s exactly how it should look real SUV: quite attractive, lean and respectable.

From the front he looks at the world with a frown LED headlights complex form merged with them chrome grille radiator with thick vertical slats and a powerful bumper, but at the back it has less status (and even utilitarian) outlines - simple lights and a huge trunk lid.

In profile, the car looks powerful, brutal and completely recognizable - its characteristic silhouette is successfully emphasized by the long hood, the developed “muscles” of the rounded-square wheel arches, the “window sill” line that rises sharply upward to the rear, and the steep stern.

The “fourth” Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is a mid-size SUV that is 4840 mm long, 1845 mm high and 1855 mm wide. The wheelbase of the car extends to 2790 mm, and its ground clearance is 215 mm.

When equipped, the five-door weighs from 2095 to 2165 kg, and its total weight ranges from 2850 to 2990 kg.

The interior of the “150th” SUV is designed to match the exterior – it looks attractive, brutal and thoroughbred.

At the driver's workplace there is a four-spoke multi-steering wheel large sizes and a “smart” instrument cluster with two dials and a 4.2-inch color on-board computer display. The monumental center console has a “two-story layout”: on top there is an 8-inch screen for the entertainment and information complex and a laconic “remote control” air conditioning system, and in the lower part is the all-wheel drive transmission control unit.

Inside, the car boasts an excellent level of assembly and high-quality finishing materials (high-quality plastics, wood, metal-look inserts, genuine leather, etc.).

One of the advantages Toyota salon Land Cruiser 150 Prado – large stock free space. In front, the SUV is equipped with comfortable seats with widely spaced lateral support bolsters, soft filling and a huge range of adjustments. At the back there is a hospitably profiled sofa with an optimal backrest angle.

The car is also offered with an optional double “gallery” that can accommodate even adult passengers.

The luggage compartment of the car has the correct shape and an impressive volume - 621 liters in the standard position (with a five-seat layout). Back row The seats fold in two unequal sections into an almost flat area, bringing the capacity to 1934 liters.

The fifth door of this SUV opens to the side (the hinges are located on the right), but small luggage can be loaded through the folding glass. His full-size spare tire is suspended under the bottom, on the street.

For the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2018 model year, there are three engines to choose from:

• The basic versions are equipped with an in-line gasoline “four” with a displacement of 2.7 liters with distributed fuel supply, adjustable valve timing and a 16-valve timing system, which generates 163 horsepower at 5200 rpm and 246 Nm of torque at 3900 rpm.
• The engine compartment of the “top” solutions contains a gasoline 4.0-liter V6 engine of the 1GR-FE family with multi-point “power”, an optimized combustion chamber, 24 valves and phase shifters at the exhaust and intake, producing 249 hp. at 5600 rpm and 381 Nm of torque at 4400 rpm.
• Diesel cars are equipped with a 2.8-liter 1GD-FTV four-cylinder unit equipped with a turbocharger with variable geometry, battery injection Common Rail, intercooler and 16-valve DOHC timing belt, which develops 177 hp. at 3400 rpm and 420 Nm of peak torque at 1400-2600 rpm.

All engines work together with a 6-speed automatic transmission, but the “junior” petrol and diesel engines in the “base” are given 5- and 6-speed “mechanics”, respectively.

By default, the SUV can boast permanent drive on four wheels (Full-Time TL) with an asymmetrical Torsen differential with rigid locking, reduction gear and three operating modes (H4F; H4L; L4L). Under normal conditions, the moment is divided between the axles in a ratio of 40:60, but during movement this proportion can vary from 28:72 to 58:42.

Depending on the version, the maximum “fourth” Toyota Land Cruiser Prado accelerates to 160-175 km/h, reaching the second “hundred” after 9.7-12.7 seconds.

Gasoline cars “destroy” from 10.8 to 11.7 liters of fuel in combined conditions, and diesel cars - about 7.4 liters.

The approach, ramp and departure angles of the SUV are 31, 22 and 25 degrees, respectively, and its ford depth reaches 700 mm (without special preparation).

The Toyota Land Cruiser 150 Prado is based on a steel spar frame. As standard, the car has an independent front suspension with double wishbones and a stabilizer lateral stability and passive shock absorbers, as well as continuous rear axle with springs.
“Top” modifications can boast adaptive shock absorbers, rear air suspension With transverse stabilizer and the KDDS system, which is a deactivated anti-roll bar, which on one side rests on a rigid support, and on the other on a hydraulic cylinder.

There are ventilated disc brakes on all wheels of the SUV, supplemented by ABS, EBD and other assistants, and a power steering system is integrated into its rack and pinion steering complex.

In addition, the car has five driving electronics modes – Normal, Sport, Eco, Sport S and Sport S+ (they change the characteristics of the automatic transmission, steering and optional adaptive suspension).

On Russian market The restyled Toyota Land Cruiser 150 Prado 2017-2018 is sold in six versions - “Classic”, “Standard”, “Comfort”, “Elegance”, “Prestige” and “Lux Safety”.

• The basic SUV costs from 2,199,000 rubles, but its equipment is not impressive: seven airbags, power steering, power windows on all doors, light sensor, ABS, EBD, BAS, VSC, ERA-GLONASS system, immobilizer, 17-inch steel wheels, air conditioning and some other equipment.
• ... for a car with an automatic transmission the minimum asking price is 2,596,000 rubles, for a version with a diesel engine you will have to pay from 2,853,000 rubles, and a modification with a 249-horsepower unit will cost from 3,205,000 rubles...
• The “top” configuration of the five-door is offered at a price of 3,886,000 rubles, and its privileges are: three-zone “climate”, multimedia system, all-round cameras, 18-inch wheels, rear view camera, all-LED optics, adaptive suspension, cruise control, auto braking system, blind spot and lane monitoring, sign recognition assistant and other “tricks”. It is worth noting that only the most “sophisticated” version is available with a seven-seat interior layout - its cost starts at 3,957,000 rubles.

Fourth generation debut Toyota Prado took place in Frankfurt am Main in 2009. And in mid-2012, the car successfully passed a test drive and was appreciated by its fans. Assembly of the Prado in Russia began immediately. By the fall of 2013, the Vladivostok Sollers-Bussan plant had fully developed its capacity. And already in November 2013, Russian Toyota dealers presented a mid-size SUV Land Cruiser Prado 150. Sales started at a price of 1,700,000 rubles, which depends on the configuration option and engine type. Slightly updated car successfully passed the test drive and was closely examined from different angles.

First Generation Land Cruiser Prado was released back in 1987. Since that time, the Prado has gradually become an irreplaceable friend for lovers of luxury driving. “Pradik,” as his admirers dubbed him, has had many glorious pages in its history. I would like to draw attention to the impressive dimensions, powerful shapes and aggressive appearance. In some trim levels, the appearance also includes modern dynamics with sporty elements. In total, the Prado now has 8 types of trim levels: Prestige, Luxury (7 seats), Luxury (5 seats), Sport (5 seats), Sport (7 seats), Comfort and Standard.

Exterior

Passed the most difficult tests over the years, Prado models 2014, along with technical improvements, began to look more elegant; angular shapes were replaced by more streamlined, aerodynamic exterior details. 17-inch alloy wheels give the Toyota Prado more elegance and some ease of movement. The test drive is shown more clearly in the video below.

The body length of the Land Cruiser Prado is 150 - 4780 mm, the wheelbase of the car is 2790 mm. 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 internal track width is 1583 mm. Taking into account the impressive dimensions, the minimum turning radius of the car is pleasantly surprising: along the outer wheel it does not exceed 5.6 meters. The total curb weight of an 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 daylights in the updated Prado they are harmoniously combined with a massive radiator grille. The radiator grille is respectable and beautiful view chrome-finished vertical bars and a solid frame on the top and sides add to the look. Large fog lights further emphasize the powerful front bumper.

The rear of the body of the new Landcruiser Prado 150 has significant differences from the rear of the pre-restyling Prado. The lampshades of the side lamps have been changed, the surface of the tailgate door has been designed somewhat differently, which is framed by a wide chrome strip; it appeared after the alteration.

Interior

Two layout options salon Land Cruiser Prado is 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 even inexperienced drivers to effectively test vehicle components.

The center console is highlighted by a clear touch screen multimedia electronic system. At the same time, it contains indicators of the status 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 have now become more informative.

In other details, the interior remained the same as in the previous Prado, of course, if you do not pay attention to the higher quality and modern materials used in the decoration. Comfortable and very comfortable chairs, decent reserve free space, where people with the largest build can easily accommodate.

We must immediately inform you that the changed appearance and interior design of the new Prado 150 2014 is cosmetic, and electronic filling technically full-fledged SUV only slightly modernized by Japanese manufacturers. And is it necessary to change it anyway? perfect technique successfully completed a full drive?

The trunk of this SUV deserves special attention. IN basic version configuration, its capacity is 625 cubic meters. cm for load. Folded rear seats, the capacity of the luggage compartment space can be increased to 2000 cubic meters. see. In seven-seat versions of the Prado, the capacity of the trunk is 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 gasoline. The base engine is the reliable four-cylinder petrol engine of the 2TR FE model. Its displacement is 2695 cm3 (2.7 l), which, according to tests, is quite enough for off-road use.

Basic engine configuration:

♦ 16-valve mechanism with DOHC chain drive.

♦ Electronic variable valve timing system of the VVT-i type, which is capable of developing power up to 165 hp. (122 kW) at maximum speed 5200 per minute. Peak torque is achieved already at 3700 rpm and falls at around 246 Nm.

♦ Gearbox - 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.

2.7-liter power unit with a manual transmission, according to test characteristics, it consumes about 12.3 liters of AI-95 gasoline in the urban cycle. When equipped with an automatic transmission, gasoline consumption is 12.7 liters. The manufacturer does not advertise the dynamics of acceleration to “hundreds”, but during a test drive it can be 18 seconds up to the car’s maximum speed of 167 km/h.

4.0 liter flagship engine for the Land Cruiser Prado 150 looks much more impressive. This is a V-six model 1GRFE. It uses a 24-valve chain gas distribution system of the DOHC type with an electronic phase change system Dual WT-i. Maximum power of 285 hp. With. the engine develops at 5400 rpm. Moreover, the upper torque limit of 387 Nm is achieved already at 4350 rpm.

The transmission for the flagship is provided only in the form of a 5-speed automatic. In this ratio, the starting jerk 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 efficiency. Average consumption fuel (gasoline) according to a test drive in the urban cycle - within 11.5 liters.

Diesel power unit brand 1KD FTV occupies an intermediate position in 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. Peak torque is set at 410 Nm and maintained in the range of 1650-2800 rpm. The diesel engine is equipped with a 16-valve DOHC mechanism with a chain drive, an intercooler and a Common Rail system with direct fuel injection.

The diesel engine is equipped only with a 5-speed automatic transmission, with which acceleration to 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 system TRC and exchange rate system VSC sustainability, spar chassis frame with spring-lever independent front suspension and dependent rear. We only note that the “luxury” package offers the replacement of the rear suspension with an adaptive pneumatic AVS. It is represented by three operating modes: Normal, Comfort and for professional drive – the Sport system.

Ventilated disc brakes installed in all configurations on the rear and front axles. Brakes equipped ABS systems, BAS and EBD, a test drive showed their sufficient effectiveness.

Rack and pinion steering

The rack and pinion steering mechanism is complemented by a power amplifier, which is very typical for SUVs. Gear ratio rack and pinion mechanism equals 18.4, which determines 3 turns of the steering wheel between the extreme positions.

More clearly specifications are presented in the following table:

Technical Toyota characteristics Land Cruiser Prado 150
Engines	2.7 MT (163 hp)	2.7 AT (163 hp)	3.0 AT (173 hp)	4.0 AT (282 hp)
Performance indicators
Maximum speed, km/h	165	165	175	180
Acceleration 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 capacity, 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	in-line		in-line	V-shaped
Engine power system	distributed injection		engine with undivided combustion chambers (direct fuel injection)	distributed injection
Engine location	anterior, longitudinal		anterior, longitudinal	anterior, longitudinal
Boost type	No		turbocharging with intercooling	No
Compression ratio	9.6		17.9	10.4
Cylinder diameter and piston stroke, mm	95 x 95		96 x 103	94 x 95
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
Total 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	ventilated disc
Rear brakes	ventilated disc

Interesting features of ToyotaLand Cruiser Prado 150

The 2014 model year featured a 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 dirt), Mud and Sand (sand and dirt), Modul (potholes and bumps).

It is also worth paying attention to safety: monitoring of “blind spots” using Blins Spot Monitor, seven airbags, rear sensor parking, effective alarm system. Deserved a good rating during the test drive unique system TSC, which monitors the driving position of the trailer or trailer being towed.

starting price updated Land Cruiser Prado 150 2014 model year for Russian motorists will be 1.7 million rubles. The price of a top-end car is sports bias And seven-seater saloon will be 2,900,000 rubles.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 updated: June 17, 2018 by: dimajp

The portal site has at its disposal photographs of the restyled SUV Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 2014. Judging by them, the car received a new front bumper, an enlarged radiator grille, reshaped headlights, LED running lights, other fog lights. The rear combination lamps and tailgate design have also been changed.

Photo of Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2014

Specifications

According to preliminary data, the length of the SUV has increased by 45 mm to 4805 mm, the width has increased by 10 mm to 1895 mm, and the height has decreased by 20 mm to 1825 mm.

Ruler power units at updated Prado 2014 will remain the same. These are two petrol VVT-i motor volume 2.7 and 4 liters, and one turbodiesel engine volume 3 liters. The engines are paired with a five-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual transmission.

Both the standard double-wishbone front and four-wishbone rear suspension and the electronically controlled Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) have been upgraded. Noise and vibration insulation has also been improved.

The model's equipment list will include: a sunroof, a blind spot monitoring system, an inclinometer, a heated steering wheel and more.

side photo

In the interior of the restyled SUV you can find a new center console, a modernized optitron instrument panel with color display, a new multimedia system, overhead monitor with DVD/Blu-ray player and “new off-road settings.”

photo of the salon

dashboard

radio tape recorder

Video

Exterior overview:

Test Drive:

Salon overview (video):

Options and prices

Russian sales of the updated SUV began on November 23, 2013. In our country, prices for new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 2014 will start at 1,723,000 rubles. IN basic equipment car includes:

• ABS with EBD;
• traction control (TRC);
• system directional stability(VSC);
• front and side airbags;
• Driver knee airbag;
• curtain airbags;
• foldable side mirrors rear view with heating and electric drive;
• forced locking of the central differential;
• TORSEN limited slip central differential;
• multifunction steering wheel with leather trim;
• parking sensors;
• color multifunctional touch display;
• audio system with 9 speakers;
• air conditioner.

Engine	checkpoint	Equipment	Price, rubles
2.7 (gasoline)	Manual transmission	Standard	1 723 000
2.7 (gasoline)	Automatic transmission	Standard	1 773 000
3.0 (diesel)	Automatic transmission	Comfort	2 008 000
3.0 (diesel)	Automatic transmission	Elegance	2 188 000
3.0 (diesel)	Automatic transmission	Prestige	2 368 000
4.0 (gasoline)	Automatic transmission	Prestige	2 605 000
3.0 (diesel)	Automatic transmission	Suite (5 seats)	2 635 500
4.0 (gasoline)	Automatic transmission	Suite (5 seats)	2 854 000
3.0 (diesel)	Automatic transmission	Suite (7 seats)	2 717 000
4.0 (gasoline)	Automatic transmission	Suite (7 seats)	2 936 000
4.0 (gasoline)	Automatic transmission	Sports (5 seats)	2 854 000
4.0 (gasoline)	Automatic transmission	Sports (7 seats)	2 936 000

Top versions of the SUV are equipped with pneumatic rear suspension, off-road driving assistance system, updated “Multi terrain select” system with the ability to select one of 5 driving modes (“Mud and Sand”, “Rocks and Gravel”, “Bumps and Potholes”, “Rocks” and “Mud and Stones” "), locking rear cross-axle differential, blind spot monitoring system, 4 viewing cameras around the perimeter of the car, etc.

I’ll probably share about this chest under named Toyota land cruiser Prado 150 14 .g. I don’t know much about these forums, I’m not the right age for this without photos. Over my 30 years of driving experience, I have seen both Germans and Japanese, mostly sedans. I had two SUVs, the first was a petrol 3.8 Pajero 4, I bought it new (I prefer new cars over used ones) from 2008 to 2013, we drove 280 thousand km with it without any problems, having visited Tibet, Altai and all of Europe was ours, since our type of activity was autotourism. It was a reliable SUV, which I honestly regret selling. But the time has come to update the car, at the beginning I wanted to snatch an updated Padzherik from the top, but there were no diesel ones anymore, I wanted to try their diesel, as I already said, I basically didn’t want a used one. And turned up a good option represented by the Pradika 150 3.0 diesel plus a good discount, albeit on a complete set without leather. Let's drive further since I took it in February 14th and now it's almost two and a half years old and 75 thousand km. And to be honest, he got on my nerves pretty much. First, in comparison with the Padzherik, it is rolly and does not have clear control, both on straight lines and in grader conditions, compared to the Padzher. It’s scary to fly into a ditch (who knows the Baikal latitudes will understand what I’m talking about) so Moscow-Baikal-Irkutsk back and forth, then upon returning to Moscow there was a feeling that something had come loose in the helmsman, as we later found out it was steering rack plus tips! Is this an SUV or city parquet? Again, the same route took place in a Pajero and everything was super. Then, after the first winter, all the dimensions burned out, the rear license plate light, the brake light lamp, but these are minor things, but for some reason on the Pajero the first burned out light bulb was 3 years later. Just the other day I was convinced how much shit metal is in the Prado, I flew into the rear of a sharply taxiing eccentric in an X5, fortunately I was driving 50 km per hour and didn’t really have time to pick up speed, so the bumper on the Prado shattered. Like fragile glass, the right fender squashed like foil plus Some kind of beam has also bent!! X only has scratches!!! I’ll give another example in 10, when returning in a Pajero from Uzbekistan to Moscow near Chelyaba, it was late at night, either fatigue or something else, I couldn’t fit into the turn at all, the brake reached the floor and I was flying straight into the bump stop! As a result, the bumper was dented, on the Padzhar the bumper was dented, it didn’t burst or anything, plus the screen was all gone!! The rest was all intact. Now about the cross-country ability of the Prado 150 in the loaded plots, we traveled with it and quite well, again, in comparison with the Pajera, which has a flatter bottom and, in general, higher units, plus an independent rear suspension with a decent load, this is a huge plus than the bridge in the Prado 150. how the plow works and rests on everything that is underneath! The Prado turned out to be much easier to heal than the Padzherik, and well super select this is, of course, an irreplaceable off-road thing, just like the right thing rubber, on rubber I have long preferred Goodrich. To summarize, the Prado 150 is more of a city or cruising expedition vehicle on good roads, but it is more comfortable than the Pajero, it has easier handling, etc.! But if you start using it as an SUV, you will have to go to repairs and service in general very often! This is Pajero back side picture, it’s like a tank, heavy in everything, heavy-duty in everything, and created specifically for driving on graders, off-roads of various kinds, etc. Yes, it’s not as comfortable as Pradik, but it was he who gave us confidence that we would get to any point without problems!

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is a massive crossover for the whole family, which is endowed with off-road capabilities. Most interesting version for motorists became Prado 150 with diesel unit. In this review we will look at the design of the SUV, its interior and analyze in detail technical part. Reviews will help us in our review Land owners Cruiser Prado and high-quality photos. First of all, it’s worth highlighting the main indicators of the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150:

• Model year – 2014;
• Body type: SUV;
• Length – 4805 millimeters;
• Width – 1895 mm;
• Height – 1825 mm;
• Curb weight – 2290 kg;
• Ground clearance - 220 millimeters;
• Permanent all-wheel drive;
• Fuel tank volume – 87 liters;
• 5 doors;
• 5-7 seats, depending on configuration;
• Luggage compartment volume is 104-1934 liters, depending on the number of seats and equipment.

Exterior and interior

We can safely say that the Land Cruiser Prado remained itself; Toyota decided that the body had already become a signature feature, and therefore it did not need to be updated. As reviews say, some people like the appearance of the new Prado, others criticize the designers for the strange headlights. In any case, most drivers like the aggression in the appearance of the SUV. And this is not surprising, because the body is designed to overcome harsh conditions. In any case, photos will help you evaluate the body design. Now let's go to the salon, because... it is of more interest than the body.

As the owners' reviews say, the high seating position makes you feel like a real captain (photo). As for the view in the Land Cruiser Prado, the high seating position does not spoil it at all - the driver can observe the road conditions from above passenger cars. This is a big plus for driving in the city.

What's really changed inside the SUV is the ergonomics. Toyota treats its customers well, and as a result, ergonomics have been changed to better side. As you can see in the photo, the center console now has keys for adjusting the stiffness of the suspension (seen in the photo), control buttons and a joystick for control all-wheel drive transmission Crawl Control. Above we can see a modern on-board computer display. In addition to the on-board computer indicators, such characteristics as the Land Cruiser Prado's roll angle, as well as navigation systems, are now transmitted to this display.

The steering wheel in the Prado matches the interior of the SUV itself - impressive and solid. As reviews say, it is pleasant to the touch. As for the automatic transmission selector, it may puzzle some drivers - it lacks a groove, and its movements are a little strange. As for the driver's seat, our drivers have no complaints about it - it looks more like a home sofa. There is enough space for the largest drivers, and the range of adjustments should please. As reviews say, Toyota has worked on the finishing materials (can be seen in the photo). And now there’s nothing to complain about - leather and plastic are here highest quality(photo). The premium gloss may just be lacking.

Every year crossovers and Toyota SUVs receive some elements from premium Lexus cars. Eg, last generation Land Cruiser Prado received the Kinetic Dynamic Suspension system. The system is a hydraulic mechanism, the main task of which is to reduce roll during lane changes and sudden maneuvers. So we've dealt with inner world, with the help of photos you can enjoy the interior of the top-end configuration.

Technical part of Prado 2014

We will consider the Prado Diesel, because this version is more interesting for off-road use, which is confirmed by reviews. So, in Land versions Cruiser Prado 150 is equipped with a diesel engine with a volume of 3 liters and turbocharging. The maximum power this diesel engine is capable of is 173 horsepower. Paired with the diesel engine is a 5-speed automatic transmission. As written above, the Prado has all-wheel drive. It's hard to imagine that an SUV weighing 2 tons would be left without all-wheel drive.

Like the previous version of Toyota Prado, the new generation 2014 is cramped in the city - its large dimensions make you strain at gas stations and in cramped yards. And diesel, with its own character, requires free, open terrain. The rolliness in corners has become less, but there is nothing to do, as reviews from Russian drivers told us. And it’s difficult to do something about the rolliness without changing the body structure - this huge SUV will continue to sway as if on ocean waves.

But the suspension here is at its best - the Toyota Prado literally swallows both large and small irregularities. Passengers and the driver do not even notice that the car has driven over a rock or crossed a hole. Sound insulation can be called a serious achievement of designers. Despite the aerodynamics, which the Toyota Prado simply cannot boast of, the driver can carry on a calm conversation with passengers.

You were probably surprised that the diesel engine has only 173 horsepower. Of course, this is not enough for a big one all-wheel drive SUV. At medium speeds the diesel engine pulls. Therefore, for those drivers who are going to drive long distances, we recommend the version with a 4-liter engine with 282 horsepower. So, now more details about our diesel engine. It has 4 cylinders, the torque is 410 N*m, the Prado accelerates to hundreds in 11.7 seconds, maximum speed will not exceed 175 km/h. But fuel consumption should please drivers who plan to purchase the 3-liter diesel version - 8.1 liters per 100 km.

For reference, we will say a few words about the top version. A 4-liter gasoline engine is installed here, which is capable of producing 282 horsepower. Its torque is less than diesel version– 387 N*m. But dynamic characteristics an order of magnitude higher, acceleration to hundreds takes only 9.2 seconds, and top speed is 180 km/h. Fuel consumption is not very different from the diesel version - 10.8 liters per hundred.

Off-road abilities

Even though the 150 version can't boast powerful engine, the Prado has no problems with off-roading. Thanks to the paired operation of the gearbox and turbodiesel, the SUV is able to get out of any trouble. Many reviews say that the Land Cruiser Prado provides excellent comfort even where there is practically nothing left of the roads.

As practice has shown, a huge SUV demonstrates stable handling on winter roads. The Prado handles confidently both on icy roads and on snowy tracks. But for this, of course, the SUV needs to be “changed” into winter tires. Reviews also say that fuel consumption increases in winter. By the way, on the highway the Toyota Prado shows a very pleasant result of 10 liters per hundred kilometers.

Options and prices for Prado

What is the price of the car? Updated SUV began selling in our country in the fall of 2013. Below we have listed prices and configurations for the 2014 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado. The price starts at 1,723,000 rubles. It’s worth saying that I was pleased with the company’s approach to sales: the price ranges from 1,723,000 to 2,936,000 rubles. Therefore, everyone can take the version that they can afford. Of course, the prices are also very different due to completely different power plants.

Concerning basic version, the price of which is 1,723,000 rubles, there are basic safety systems EBD and ABS, traction control TRC system, airbags and curtain airbags. There is also a directional stability system - VSC. It is worth mentioning both parking sensors and a color multifunction screen with a sensor. The audio system includes 9 speakers. Such generosity for basic configuration undoubtedly pleases, but the quality of the system itself is not very good. What is really important is the presence of air conditioning in the basic version.

Climate control for the second row