Toyota Prado VX 2022 Review

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  • Опубліковано 14 лип 2024
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    The Toyota Prado is a cornerstone of the Japanese brand’s Australian success story.
    Now deep into its third generation, the seven-seat off-road wagon faces more challengers than ever from a host of eager rivals keen to knock it off its perch.
    Considering this generation has been around since 2009 and its 2.8-litre turbo-diesel drivetrain since 2015, it’s understandable they fancy their chances.
    But in this test, the latest 2022 Toyota Prado VX reminds us why it’s been such a tough nut to crack for the opposition.
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    00:00 INTRO
    00:30 Pricing and specs
    02:20 Interior review
    03:26 Infotainment & safety
    04:20 Passenger space
    05:04 Luggage space
    05:53 On the road
    07:48 Service and warranty
    08:07 Verdict
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  • @mmcin719
    @mmcin719 Рік тому +8

    I have a 2010 Kakadu petrol Prado. It feels bullet proof to drive and has been totally reliable over 165000k. For long distance driving it is supremely comfortable. I love the 150 litre fuel tank. It Is not perfect but I expect it will last many more years of trouble free driving. My mechanic said to me you can tell the quality of Prados when you work on them.

  • @adeshdahal7267
    @adeshdahal7267 2 роки тому +16

    I bought 2021 vx. I am very happy with the performance. Its has got plenty of pulling power. It just does its job.

  • @aussie207
    @aussie207 Рік тому +2

    In July I ordered a Kakadu. It is my 3rd in 20 years. Say what you want about Toyota but they are the best. Especially for resale value.

  • @MegaRetr
    @MegaRetr Рік тому +2

    Really hope they put a 6 cyl diesel!

  • @ekgcanadianenthusiast9961
    @ekgcanadianenthusiast9961 2 роки тому +16

    Prado is like excellent wine .it ages brilliantly .new rivals will come and go but they cant beat this.no disrespect here for any new rivals .overall prado is better than any of its rivals . Prado is very luxurious excellent quality brilliantly looking exterior and more.

    • @MadhuAmayil
      @MadhuAmayil 2 роки тому +5

      Nor Ny more.. I vote for everest

    • @franga7870
      @franga7870 2 роки тому +1

      But it looks old in the inside

    • @w1ldm4n82
      @w1ldm4n82 2 роки тому +2

      Lol for the critics there's already an all-new model in the making although it's delayed for 2-3 years.

    • @ekgcanadianenthusiast9961
      @ekgcanadianenthusiast9961 2 роки тому +1

      @@w1ldm4n82 👍

  • @Happyhappy12361
    @Happyhappy12361 Рік тому

    I have this car my dad bought it and its so luxurious

  • @ekgcanadianenthusiast9961
    @ekgcanadianenthusiast9961 2 роки тому +10

    Prado looks and feels luxurious plus excellent quality .new rivals are no match

  • @3800TURBO
    @3800TURBO 2 роки тому +1

    If Toyota put a split tailgate like the 80series on the prado it would outsell everything. It's the only gripe I have.

  • @samuelhamilton3233
    @samuelhamilton3233 Рік тому +1

    Well and hilariously narrated!!!

  • @shizenjapan
    @shizenjapan 2 роки тому +9

    Actually the Prado's are built in Thailand not Japan. I have a brand new one on order since March, but will be sep or Oct earliest before I get one. As for many saying it looks outdated, probably they are right, but one thing for sure it is reliable and less likely to break than the latest cars with electronic everything. I actually prefer this over other cars that have so much tech you need to go on a learning course just to be able to drive or operate it. It still has all the essential safety features such as active cruise control, radar breaking, side vision collision avoidance, parking monitoring, etc.
    I'm getting the 2.8L diesel. It will serve its purpose for what I want it for, to be able to drive off road anywhere, drive through snow and ice covered roads, carry all our camping / camera gear and our 3 dogs anywhere, without needing to worry about road conditions or breaking down. Sure it won't go around corners fast or be super nimble around town, but that is not what most people will buy one for. When I want to drive fast around corners or want to have a bit of speed fun then I use my BMW. The latest model that I am getting is not going to change much from the previous model currently out. There is a completely new model rumoured to be out in 2 to 3 years time as it has been delayed. I hope though even if they do modernise it a lot that they don't fill it full of electronic rubbish that is not needed and can make it less reliable.

    • @3800TURBO
      @3800TURBO 2 роки тому +4

      First I've heard of Thailand. I know they have been built in Japan, China and Russia but never heard of Thailand. All Australian delivered Prado come from Tahara, Aichi JAPAN.

    • @shizenjapan
      @shizenjapan 2 роки тому

      @@3800TURBO Well I was told that by the salesman here at the Toyota dealer here in Japan that the Land cruiser Prado are made in Thailand.

    • @mohammadnazmudduzadeputych7791
      @mohammadnazmudduzadeputych7791 Рік тому

      @@shizenjapan Our office has recently got indent offer from dealer of Toyota for direct L/C payment to Toyota and thus imported a Prado VX from Japan and a Corolla Altis from Thailand.

    • @Car-crazy
      @Car-crazy Рік тому +1

      @@mohammadnazmudduzadeputych7791 Ok. Only going by what I was told. I was clearly told that the Prados are built in Thailand. Was told that by the dealer here. So I have no reason to doubt what I was told. So I just relayed on here what I was told.

    • @tempestv8
      @tempestv8 Рік тому +6

      The Fortuner sold in Australia is made in Thailand. The Prado sold in Australia comes from Japan. The Prado sold in China is manufactured in China. Thailand does not manufacture the Prado for any market. That salesperson doesn't know what they are talking about. Which is fairly typical in so many of my interactions with car sales people. There are only a few good ones who really know their product well.

  • @raisabbas3929
    @raisabbas3929 2 роки тому +2

    Do you recommend leverage of my existing smartphone for wifi or install it in the vehicle. Secondly how to remove the eco mode. The car drive really hard in the initial few meters on eco drive mode.

  • @pummyy
    @pummyy 2 роки тому +5

    things other reviewers dont cover,
    1. sitting knees up. I found this awkward given the size of the vehicle.
    2. Loading a mountain bike with wheels on is a good reference than telling the boot litre size which is just numbers.
    Lab is nice comparison and oh yeah Labs aren't cheap as well.
    Great review!

    • @bryanphillips7252
      @bryanphillips7252 2 роки тому +2

      I agree with your first point, I've looked at a couple of Prados now and they just don't seem to be as spacious as they should inside for what is a fairly large car.
      The other thing that I don't like about them is that the steering wheel seems too small; I don't know why it bothers me but it just seems out of proportion with the rest of the dash.

    • @pummyy
      @pummyy 2 роки тому +1

      @@bryanphillips7252 and the other thing I have seen with large SUV is small speedo dash. Drove the new dmax yesterday and the odo and speedk were smaller than my 2009 x trail. You need glasses for the cluttered centre computer.

    • @3800TURBO
      @3800TURBO 2 роки тому

      The knees up is common on all full chassis ladder frame off roaders. You can get Mono frame "suv" like xtrail etc but they are useless off road. I owned an Xtrail Ti and while it had loads of interior space, it would rattle your teeth loose on basic gravel roads. Sold it after 10,000km.

    • @pummyy
      @pummyy 2 роки тому

      @@3800TURBO Well 90% 4WD owners hardly turn on low range. I agree the ladder frame chassis concept but it defeats the very purpose of buying something so big only to be hunched.

    • @pummyy
      @pummyy Рік тому

      @@stonejack281 agreed. but avg aussies buy this for mum's to do school run

  • @namelname2448
    @namelname2448 Рік тому

    Can I ask you ask you?,does the Toyota Prado cruise control hung and the car keep going on the road and the cruise control doesn't accept the cancellation when you press its cancel key?

  • @doctorboy5892
    @doctorboy5892 Рік тому

    John Cadogan's comment is still Gold. "If you must tow a 3 ton shitter then get a Landcruiser v6 3.3 litre and not a Prado".

  • @yasevkenneth7380
    @yasevkenneth7380 9 місяців тому

    Does The Prado have a trim that has a different front grill from this one? I've seen some Prado with a different front grill and 'supersport' inscribed on it.

  • @rockycheny5437
    @rockycheny5437 Рік тому

    Thank you for the great video. Does VX have KDSS? I notice the specifications say it has active off-road suspension. i wonder if that's the same thing.

    • @torizaemon
      @torizaemon Рік тому +1

      Nope KDSS is on Kakadu only

    • @rockycheny5437
      @rockycheny5437 Рік тому

      @@torizaemon so what is active off-road suspension then?

  • @shireeshnaik7787
    @shireeshnaik7787 2 роки тому +1

    King land cruiser, Prince prado

  • @michaelhood1057
    @michaelhood1057 2 роки тому +4

    Test drove the Everest and Prado, was all hyped up on the Prado until I drove it, The Everest was better everywhere, i can't understand why people still rate the Prado, I think Toyota needs to hurry to do some upgrades, it was like driving a decade-old vehicle after driving the Everest. The Prado rolled around the corners, the electronics were dated and old feeling in a brand new car, everything about it felt old and sluggish, I felt like I went from a modern vehicle in the Everest to driving my granddad's favorite 4WD. I think the people who still rate the Prado just haven't driven a more modern 4WD. Although I have to say the Prado with the extra fuel tank would be very handy on the long haul.

    • @HugoBoss-mi6fv
      @HugoBoss-mi6fv 5 місяців тому

      I suspect you test drove only on smooth tarmac where yes clear win for the Everest.
      Try doing a few hundred kms on B roads or Gravel and you'll see why Prado sales figures are like they are.
      also the Prado will still be running in a decade, Everest....doubtful.

  • @paulvictor9368
    @paulvictor9368 2 роки тому +25

    I think Toyota might have to hurry up with a all new model to compete against the new Everest with a V6 diesel and 3,5T towing. The grey nomads are going to flock to that vehicle like crazy.

    • @rich9903
      @rich9903 2 роки тому +8

      When the updated new model Prado is eventually released, it will probably take a few years to iron out all the bugs like any other completely new and revamped vehicle. There’s probably an argument somewhere there for the last run of a long standing model release as far as reliability goes ... just my opinion

    • @aliibn-muhammadal-sharif8568
      @aliibn-muhammadal-sharif8568 2 роки тому +4

      What! There is no comparison between a Ford and a Toyota.

    • @azteckjumbie9344
      @azteckjumbie9344 2 роки тому +4

      Don't insult the Prado please

    • @simonambo3681
      @simonambo3681 2 роки тому +3

      Theres the landcruiser for ther power hungry. I reckon the prado is perfect for what it is. A reliable no frills family car

    • @3800TURBO
      @3800TURBO 2 роки тому +4

      The everest breaks down too much. Boomers know this. My father has had Territory and Everest and back to Toyota now. Said never again.

  • @ahs_ws
    @ahs_ws Рік тому +1

    It is amazing to see someone reviews 13 years old model. 😅

    • @raghavshankara5601
      @raghavshankara5601 Рік тому

      And they will review the same for next 10 years lol 😂😂😂

  • @alphabravo3304
    @alphabravo3304 Рік тому

    The prices are way out, today I was quoted $85000 for the GXL with leather, Toyota is out of control on price and upgrades. I asked about the new hilux and was immediately pushed towards a Rogue, asked about new tundra, got blank looks, there was an admission to losing sales to Ram and an admission to Prado changing shape. Then there’s the minimum 9 month wait on Prado and hilux.

  • @englishenglish444
    @englishenglish444 Рік тому

    "..unless it's an extremely short distance, then you can shove someone you dislike" in the third row seat. 🤣

  • @nexonsensei3793
    @nexonsensei3793 2 роки тому +2

    It kinda resembles to the new car which Mahindra is launching

  • @noctilucent7396
    @noctilucent7396 2 роки тому

    That's a beautiful 4Runner

  • @LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD
    @LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD 2 роки тому +2

    Here in the USA 🇺🇸 it's the Lexus GX460 and we only get the gas guzzling V8... wish we could get a smaller engine here 😕

    • @tempestv8
      @tempestv8 Рік тому +1

      And there are folks in Australia who would love a V8 gasoline powered Prado! 🙂 Sometimes we just simply want what we cannot have. 😀

    • @LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD
      @LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD Рік тому

      @@tempestv8 but the MPGS on the USA 🇺🇸 V8 are like 15mpg 😢 😭 😆

    • @tempestv8
      @tempestv8 Рік тому

      @@LexusGX460-OFF-ROAD The only upside is gasoline is significantly cheaper in the USA compared to other markets, and the gas engine is very simple and reliable - no turbos, no high pressure fuel pump, no ultra sensitive common rail injectors. The downside of gas engine is unfortunately the thirst.

  • @oggyoggy1299
    @oggyoggy1299 2 роки тому

    3:35. Head-up display?

  • @djizzah
    @djizzah 2 роки тому +2

    not the best looking thing but bulletproof

  • @gutadin5
    @gutadin5 2 роки тому +1

    How many % of the Prados in Australia are diesel and gas?

  • @islandcactus1508
    @islandcactus1508 Рік тому +1

    any difference between this and the 2014 Prado? The one with the lights that go down? Apart from the cosmetics that is?

  • @KibaJovanni
    @KibaJovanni Рік тому

    Not sold in America 😢

  • @kimthakkukimchi9
    @kimthakkukimchi9 Рік тому

    We need All-New Land Cruiser Prado like Land Cruiser 300 Twin Turbo.
    + Land Cruiser Prado Competition
    - Jeep Wrangler 2.0L Turbo 270hp, 3.6L 285hp
    - Pajero Sport, 2.4L i4-T, 3.0L V6, 6 MT or 8-speed Aisin, 2,045 kg
    - FORD BRONCO
    - Mahindra Thar, 2.0L, 2.2L
    The Most Hardcore Off Road Car
    Sad Old Prado Facelift 2017-2022

    • @mohammeds5458
      @mohammeds5458 Рік тому

      Pajero 3.8 and 3.5 (the normal Pajero)
      Nissan patrol y61 4.8

    • @HugoBoss-mi6fv
      @HugoBoss-mi6fv 5 місяців тому

      I think you might be missing the point of the Prado.
      My golf gti is quicker then all of these but isn't so great on gravel.
      Prado is for people who want to drive 500 000kms on gravel and have an operational vehicle.
      most of these others are for those who like comparing their measurements down at the pub

  • @shotsfiredandmissed9068
    @shotsfiredandmissed9068 2 роки тому +1

    1:48 that's not a 2.8L petrol, that's a diesel. video editing error oof

  • @RPOLIVNICK
    @RPOLIVNICK 2 роки тому +3

    best 4by4byfar

  • @HumanBeingSpawn
    @HumanBeingSpawn Рік тому

    They need to update the front though. The fortuner looks better but performance and features go to the prado

    • @vc8160
      @vc8160 5 місяців тому

      Hahaha the fortuner has the exact size engine with the same power output. Plus the fortuner is lighter so performance goes to the fortuner!

  • @truthworkoutandlifestyle1697
    @truthworkoutandlifestyle1697 Рік тому +1

    Definitely someone you hate back there 😅

  • @jasonpb27
    @jasonpb27 2 роки тому +4

    Would love to buy a prado over a new everest, however everything in that car is old and outdated, and the engine is severely underpowered. Not overly hard to update the tech in the car, or sandwich in the 300 series motor. Appreciate this will be fan boi central regarding the Toyota however I'd say it's going to cost them a decent amount of sales.

    • @oggyoggy1299
      @oggyoggy1299 2 роки тому

      So why would you love to buy one?

    • @drdiscostu
      @drdiscostu Рік тому

      I thought the same as you but honestly having trouble pulling the pin on the Everest. The rear seats don't go all the way down so the boot is uneven. The windscreen is on a much sharper angle and you don't feel high up. Maybe thats just me

  • @MrAndrewChung
    @MrAndrewChung Рік тому

    3:11 ironic.

  • @2ChannelAudio
    @2ChannelAudio 2 роки тому +2

    Too outdated...
    New Ford Everest is much ahead in this class...

  • @samsamoa1429
    @samsamoa1429 2 роки тому +2

    No modern features such as electronic parking break, digital display, head up display, DAB digital radio, lack of many safety features. This guy clearly talks like being paid off by Toyota for nothing but positive reviews.

    • @azteckjumbie9344
      @azteckjumbie9344 2 роки тому

      Lack?? Lmao ..Toyota has no reason to pay anyone to talk up this vehicle ..This will outlast even your stupidity

    • @shizenjapan
      @shizenjapan 2 роки тому +3

      Not sure where you got that info from, lack of modern and safety features?
      The Prado I have on order has lane departure warning, radar breaking, active cruise control, side view crash avoidance, parking monitoring, reverse collision detection, pedestrian monitoring, 360o view cameras and some other safety features which I forgot, without looking at the catalogue again. Are they not enough safety features? I am glad it doesn't have the heads up display thing. I drove a car that had that, it is bloody annoying stuck in your line of vision. Here in Japan no new cars come with any infotainment systems. You order it when you buy the car so you can put in exactly what you want and not have to have the rubbish basic model that the manufacturers put in. The Prado has a digital centre display, but the Speedo, fuel gauge etc are analogue, which actually I prefer. Gives it a more modern/retro feel, like the escudor I have now. That even has a large analogue clock in the middle of the dash, easy to see, and looks super cool and retro. Digital are ok but not easy to see in bright sunny weather or when you are bumping around off road.

  • @danielsellick9634
    @danielsellick9634 Рік тому

    The background music is giving me the shits

  • @abdulkhadir7890
    @abdulkhadir7890 2 роки тому +2

    😭😭😭😘

  • @drakey8783
    @drakey8783 2 роки тому +8

    The interior is depressing

    • @jdmcarandmotorcycle
      @jdmcarandmotorcycle Рік тому

      Interior is great 😊😊😊😊😊

    • @vc8160
      @vc8160 5 місяців тому +1

      I th8nk your comment is depressing

  • @troymatinca6484
    @troymatinca6484 2 роки тому +2

    Terribly outdated, Get with the Times for the New Toyota Prado and Kakadu model!

  • @buncha5651
    @buncha5651 Рік тому

    It's a terrible shame the Prado doesn't have a decent engine. Toyota have a terrible history making Diesel Engine's.

    • @tempestv8
      @tempestv8 Рік тому

      Which manufacturer has made a decent diesel engine? Mercedes OM642 V6 diesels are probably the best. Ford's V6 diesels, fitted to Land Rovers and the Renault V6 diesel in the Nissan Pathfinder/Navara both suffered spun big end bearings, VW V6 diesels are a bit hit and miss. The early BMW inline six diesels suffered catastrophic failures due to swirl flaps entering the combustion chamber, and the later ones had random timing chain breakages.
      Which diesel engine manufacturer would you prefer to go with? 🙂

  • @ejandersen2878
    @ejandersen2878 2 роки тому +3

    It might be a good vehicle but it's got the styling of a shoe box both inside and out.

  • @EastWood2004
    @EastWood2004 Рік тому +1

    Noisy, underpowered old tech engine, 13 years old chassis. No thanks.

    • @tempestv8
      @tempestv8 Рік тому +1

      The 2.8 litre Toyota 1GD diesel was only released in 2015, so it's a fairly modern engine. The Ford 2.0 bi turbo diesel engine is probably newer but I think I'd go with Toyota over Ford for reliability and driveability reasons.

  • @takuan650
    @takuan650 Рік тому

    Just painful to look at! Good bye.

  • @stevegordon-hall2732
    @stevegordon-hall2732 2 роки тому +1

    Top dog not for much longer

  • @mickill2
    @mickill2 2 роки тому +9

    Looks extremely outdated.

  • @Conan3145
    @Conan3145 2 роки тому +3

    So dated

  • @peterwilbert2842
    @peterwilbert2842 2 роки тому +1

    Toyotar.Randklezer.vx

  • @samartz
    @samartz 2 роки тому +4

    Really hope they put a 6 cyl diesel!