Toyota Land Cruiser J79 4.2 D 24V (128 Hp) 4WD

Toyota Land Cruiser:

The Toyota Land Cruiser , also sometimes spelt as LandCruiser, is a series of four-wheel drive vehicles produced by the Japanese automobile manufacturer Toyota. It is Toyota's longest running series of models. As of 2019, the sales of the Land Cruiser totalled more than 10 million units worldwide.
Production of the first generation of the Land Cruiser began in 1951. The Land Cruiser has been produced in convertible, hardtop, station wagon and cab chassis body styles. The Land Cruiser's reliability and longevity have led to huge popularity, especially in Australia, where it is the best-selling body-on-frame, four-wheel drive vehicle. Toyota also extensively tests the Land Cruiser in the Australian outback – considered to be one of the toughest operating environments in both temperature and terrain. In Japan, the Land Cruiser was once exclusive to Toyota Japanese dealerships called Toyota Store....(Read more on Wikipedia)

J79 Overview:

Toyota Land Cruiser (J79). With 280 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2470 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. The top speed reaches 150 km/h. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.

People's Opinions:

Our robots surveyed the comments on Reddit to find out people's satisfaction with Toyota Land Cruiser. About 385 comments were scanned, 58 comments (15.06% of the total comments) were positive, compared to 34 negative comments (8.83% of the total comments). The remaining 293 comments were neutral (did not mention any praise or criticism) (%neutralPercentag%% of the total comments), and thus it received a rating of 1 stars out of 5.

Toyota Land Cruiser

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

• All-wheel drive improves traction and stability.
• Independent suspension (front: Dependent spring suspension with anti-roll bar, rear: Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring) for comfort and handling.
• Ventilated front brakes improve stopping power under load.
• ABS improves braking safety.
• High payload capacity:840 kg.
• Towing capacity: 1500 kg with brakes (12%).
• Towing without brakes:750 kg.
• Adequate ground clearance (235 mm).

Cons:

• Low specific output ( 58.4 hp/L) suggests less efficient ICE tuning.
• Basic or outdated ICE technology.
• High fuel consumption: 14.4 L/100 km combined.
• Weak weight-to-power: ≈ 98 hp/tonne.
• Low weight-to-torque: ≈ 151.5 Nm/tonne.
• Heavy curb weight (2360 kg) may hamper efficiency and agility.
• Wide turning circle of 14.4 m may reduce agility.

Based on the pros and cons, the car is rated 1/5

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Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(J200: 2007 - 2012).

General:

  Brand: Toyota
  Model: Land Cruiser
  Generation: J79
  Modification (Engine): 4.2 D 24V (128 Hp) 4WD
  Start of production: 2012
  Powertrain Architecture: Internal Combustion engine
  Body type: Pick-up
  Seats: 5
  Doors: 4

Engine:

  Power: 128 Hp @ 3800 rpm. Same horsepower
  Power per litre: 30.7 Hp/l [145mm more.]
  Torque: 280 Nm @ 2200 rpm.
  Engine Model/Code: 1HZ More details about the engine 1HZ
  Engine displacement: 4164
  Number of cylinders: 6
  Engine configuration: Inline
  Number of valves per cylinder: 2
  Fuel injection system: Precombustion chamber injection
  Engine aspiration: Naturally aspirated engine
  Valvetrain: SOHC
  Engine oil capacity: 9.3 l
  Engine layout: Front, Longitudinal
  Cylinder Bore: 94 mm
  Piston Stroke: 100 mm
  Compression ratio: 22.4:1

Performance:

  Fuel Type: Diesel
  Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: 12.2 l/100 km
  Maximum speed: 150 km/h
  Weight-to-power ratio: 19.3 kg/Hp, 51.8 Hp/tonne
  Weight-to-torque ratio: 8.8 kg/Nm, 113.4 Nm/tonne

Space:

  Kerb Weight: 2470
  Max. weight: 3200
  Max load: 730
  Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): 1500 kg
  Fuel tank capacity: 130 l
  Permitted trailer load without brakes: 750 kg

Size:

  Length: 5095 mm [145mm more.]
  Width: 1870 mm [100mm less.]
  Height: 1955 mm [50mm more.]
  Wheelbase: 3180 mm [330mm more.]
  Front track: 1555 mm
  Rear (Back) track: 1460 mm
  Front overhang: 710 mm
  Rear overhang: 1205 mm
  Ride height (ground clearance): 235 mm
  Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): 12.6 m [above average]
  Approach angle: 36°
  Departure angle: 27°

Powertrain:

  Drivetrain Architecture: The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels permanently, and the front wheels are driven through an electrically or mechanically operated clutch if necessary.
  Drive wheel: All wheel drive (4x4)
  Number of gears: 5
  Transmission type: Manual
  Front brakes: Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
  Rear brakes: Drum [bad for performance and cooling.]
  Assisting systems: ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
  Power steering: Hydraulic Steering
  Tires size: 265/70 R16
  Front suspension: Dependent spring suspension with anti-roll bar
  Rear suspension: Rigid axle suspension, Leaf spring