Stop everything! Ready for its premiere in Colombia, the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado arrives in three versions with a 2.4-liter and 276 hp Turbo engine.
The expectation around the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado in Colombia it is about to end, since its national premiere is very close. It was unveiled worldwide in August 2023 and, precisely, Colombia is the first country in South America to receive it. It is not for less, because it is one of the most successful and representative models of our market.
Known as Land Cruiser 250this new generation It shares the TNGA architecture with the Land Cruiser 300 in its GA-F derivation. Maintain the system chassis with side members and cross memberswhich is 50% more rigid and 30% superior in the combination between chassis and body.
Regarding the previous model, which was on the market for 15 years, grew in size. Achieves 4.92 meters long by 1.98 wide and 1.87 high, with a wheelbase of 2.85 meters. They are then a profit of 80mm in length, 125mm in width, 25mm in height and 60 mm between axles.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 250 in Colombia: general details
What most characterizes the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is its straight line design reminiscent of the original Land Cruiser, where even The lights, grill and main air intake are rectangular. On the sides it adopts the floating roof style, a raised waistline and widened wheel arches. Meanwhile, behind them stand out the 3D angular headlights and a large black bumper.
Once inside, you can see great work to improve perceived quality. In the entry version there are finishes in rigid plastic, while the more equipped models received multiple soft touch surfaces. Even around the center console. The dual-zone air conditioning operates from piano type buttonsadding air controls for the rear bench.
All versions incorporate a 7 inch digital board, with few customization options. As for the multimedia system, the basic level has a 7 inch touch screen; while the others adopted a 12.3 inch monitor. Always compatible with CarPlay and Android Autobut wireless in the top versions.
New Dynamic Force engine
Under the hood of the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is the engine T24A-FTS four-cylinder gasoline engine with turbochargerD-4ST combined injection (direct and indirect), 2.4 liters and 16 valves. Delivery up to 276hp at 6,000 rpm and 430 Nm torque between 4,300 and 4,500 rpm.
It is combined with a 8-speed sequential automatic gearboxalso complemented with a system of all four wheel drive. The latter incorporates low, active traction control (A-TRAC) and Torsen limited slip center differential (LSD) with lock function.
From the intermediate version it has drag control Crawl Control (CRAWL) with 5 speedsas well as three programmed driving modes: Normal, Sport and ECO. Another novelty is the electrically assisted steering, sensitive to speed and with variable ratio.
General Equipment
In Colombia, the new Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is offered in three levels: TX, TX-L and a launch edition TX-L First Edition. Next, we will see some of the standard elements that it includes in its exterior appearance, passenger comfort and safety. Of course, missing items to relate while the complete technical sheet arrives.
TX
Abroad
- LED reflector type front lights + LED DRL daytime running lights
- 18-inch alloy wheels in Dark Gray Aluminum finish
Inside
- Sumitex fabric upholstery
- Wired Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility
Security
- 8 airbags: 2 front + 2 front side + 2 curtain + 2 knee
- Tire pressure monitor (TPMS)
TX-L (adds:)
Abroad
- LED explorers
- Sunroof
- Rear door with electric opening and closing
- Roof bars
Inside
- Black leather upholstery
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility
- Cruce control
Security
- Descent control (DAC)
FIRST EDITION (adds:)
Abroad
- 18-inch alloy wheels in Matte Black finish
- Leather upholstery with exclusive stitching
Dimensions
- Length: 4.92 meters
- Width: 1.98 meters
- Height: 1.87 meters
- Wheelbase: 2.85 meters
- Ground clearance: 215 millimeters
- Entry angle: 31 degrees
- Departure angle: 23 degrees
- Ventral angle: 23 degrees
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In summary
HILLS
- An exterior design that seeks to evoke the original Land Cruiser.
- Quality in the finishes of the cabin, especially from the intermediate model.
LEAST
- It should equip the 12.3-inch digital dashboard on the most equipped models.
- Many are going to miss the diesel versions… or at least some hybrid ones.
Model: Toyota Land Cruiser Prado J250
Engine: T24A-FTS L4 Turbo, 2.0 liter, 16 valves Dual VVT-i
Power: 276 horsepower @ 6,000 rpm
Torque: 430 Nm @ 4,300 – 4,500 rpm
Transmission: Eight-speed automatic
Traction: All four wheels
Origin: Japan
Versions and prices (May / 2024):
– TX 2.4 Turbo Automatic 4WD: $299,000,000
– TX-L 2.4 Turbo Automatic 4WD: $375,900,000
– First Edition 2.4 Turbo Automatic 4WD: $384,500,000
Where can you find: Toyota dealer network in Colombia
More information: www.toyota.com.co
Texts: Fabián Rojas Castañeda.
Edition and General Direction: Óscar Julián Restrepo Mantilla.
