Toyota Land Cruiser J80 4.5 24V (FZJ80) (190 Hp)


Overall Rating

8.6 / 10
Safety N/A / 5
Not Rated
Engine 3.8 / 5
Value 4.5 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 4.0 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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)

J80 Overview:

Toyota Land Cruiser (J80). With 363 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2410 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 12 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 7, it’s perfect for larger families.

4.5 24V (FZJ80) (190 Hp) Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Offers strong, smooth power delivery suitable for highway speeds and general driving, though slightly less potent than the 215hp version.

Fuel Economy

High fuel consumption remains a significant drawback, especially for regular use, similar to other petrol J80 variants.

Best Use Case: Enthusiasts seeking petrol power, highway driving, or specific markets where diesel was less common.

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Legendary reliability and durability
  • • Exceptional off-road capability
  • • Spacious and comfortable interior for its class
  • • Robust body-on-frame construction
  • • Strong resale value

Cons:

  • • High fuel consumption for petrol engines
  • • Some diesel variants can be underpowered or slow
  • • Large size can be challenging in urban environments
  • • Dated interior and safety features by modern standards
  • • Maintenance can be costly for specific parts

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(J77: 1989 - 1996).

General:
Brand:Toyota
Model:Land Cruiser
Generation:J80
Modification (Engine):4.5 24V (FZJ80) (190 Hp)
Start of production:1990
End of production:1996
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:7
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:190 Hp Same horsepower
Power per litre:42.4 Hp/l [15mm more]
Torque:363 Nm
Engine Model/Code:1FZ-F More details about the engine 1FZ-F
Engine displacement:4477
Number of cylinders:6
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Carburettor
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:7.4 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Cylinder Bore:100 mm mm
Piston Stroke:95 mm mm
Compression ratio:8.1:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:17 l/100 km
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:12 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:12 sec
Maximum speed:170 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:12.7 kg/Hp, 78.8 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:6.6 kg/Nm, 150.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:11.4 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:2410
Max. weight:3060
Max load:650
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:1368 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:832 l
Fuel tank capacity:95 l
Size:
Length:4820 mm mm [15mm more]
Width:1930 mm mm [140mm more]
Height:1890 mm mm [45mm less]
Wheelbase:2850 mm mm [120mm more]
Front track:1595 mm
Rear (Back) track:1600 mm
Powertrain:
Drive wheelAll wheel drive (4x4)
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDisc
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeCone worm with recirculation balls
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size275/70 R16 T
Front suspensionDependent spring suspension with anti-roll bar
Rear suspensiondependent spring suspension, Transverse stabilizer

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