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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado J120 3.0 D-4D (173 Hp) 4WD ECT
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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado:
The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is a full-size four-wheel drive vehicle in the Land Cruiser range produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota as a "light-duty" variation in the range. "Prado" means meadow or field in Spanish and Portuguese.
The Prado may also be referred to as Land Cruiser LC70, LC90, LC120, LC150 and LC250 depending on the platform. In some markets, it is known simply as the Toyota Prado or the Toyota Land Cruiser....(Read more on Wikipedia)
J120 Overview:
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (J120). With 410 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.5 l/100km). At around 2095 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 11.2 s). The top speed reaches 175 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.0 D-4D (173 Hp) 4WD ECT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Similar strong performance to the manual, with the automatic transmission offering smoother shifts and slightly quicker acceleration.
Fuel Economy
Slightly better fuel economy than the manual variant, making it a very efficient option for an automatic 4x4 SUV.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • Outstanding off-road capability
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for families
- • Strong resale value
- • Good towing capacity (especially diesel models)
- • Robust build quality
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for petrol engines
- • Large size can be challenging in urban environments
- • Some engines lack outright performance compared to rivals
- • Interior design can feel dated on older models
- • Higher running costs than smaller SUVs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(J125: 2004 - 2006).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Land Cruiser Prado |
| Generation: | J120 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 D-4D (173 Hp) 4WD ECT |
| Start of production: | 2007 |
| End of production: | 2009 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 173 Hp @ 3400 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 58 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 410 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1KD-FTV [Same engine] More details about the engine 1KD-FTV |
| Engine displacement: | 2982 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7.4 l |
| Coolant: | 10.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 103 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 7.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 9 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 4 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 11.2 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 11.2 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 175 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11.6 kg/Hp, 86.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.9 kg/Nm, 205 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 10.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2000-2190 |
| Max. weight: | 2850 |
| Max. roof load: | 80 kg |
| Max load: | 660-850 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1850 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 620 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 2800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 87 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 130 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20° |
| Wading depth: | 700 mm |
| Length: | 4715 mm mm [350mm more] |
| Width: | 1875 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1865 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2790 mm mm [335mm more] |
| Front track: | 1575 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 220 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 31° |
| Departure angle: | 26° |
| Climb angle: | 42° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | ECT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 225/70 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 6J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Coil spring |
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