Finally someone who acknowledges the economic realities of cost. Every other review talks about buying one like they have unlimited funds. That's simply not the reality of the vast majority of consumers. I'll stick to driving my 80. Drive perfectly fine even with 29 years.
Understood, but if you are in the market for a car and you know your financial status, how did you find your way to a review for what has always been a very expensive, niche vehicle? Try searching Nissan Versa or Kia Forte.
This review does what most other car reviews don't do; it tells you right from the get-go what market segment it is addressing: the off-road buyer who doesn't make $200K a year but wants to buy a new, quality vehicle. I like how she describes the base model and contrasts it to the higher level trims and concludes for the things that matter, the base model is the same as the higher level trims; it's the creature comforts that are different. The base has the same powertrain, transmission, gearing and clearance - the things that matter to most buyers. I like how she highlights the 'creature comforts' that the base doesn't have but notes who it's not really a dealbreaker for her. Let's face it, wireless charging is nice but everyone has an extra cord to use in their new vehicle if necessary. I also like how she shows its capability off-road, even with stock tires, and how the lack of MTS is not a big deal as long as you have some basic understanding of off-roading.
this is not an offroad vehicle. it's 6000 pounds, if it had a front locker it would snap the cvs or destroy the front diff. both the bronco and jeep weigh 1500 less than this thing. and that's still heavy for an offroader.
Looked at exact same truck in the dealership the other day. Loved the truck but it was a bit too stripped for me and the cost seemed high for what you are getting. Lynn has the right idea here to get it off lease.
I dont buy new cars 🤨 Being 2nd owner is the sweet spot. I have a BMW and Ifiniti both out of my range new..but 3 or 4 years older I got what I wanted for thousands less. Its not how everyone does it but that has worked for me... I can wait 3 years to save 30K🤔
I also like to wait a few years go by before buying vehicles, and it has definitely saved me money. However, I seriously doubt waiting just 3 years is going to save you $30k on a Land Cruiser. Toyotas in general hold their values so much better than most other cars.
That thinking is only for luxury euro brands which have bad resale value 😂 Now Japanese brands are a different story. I bought a used Crv in 17 and today it’s still worth a grand less than I paid for back then. Tacos and 4Runners are just as good if not better at holding their value ! My wife owns a Buick Enclave it has the worst brand resale but she loves it…
@KBB did you check the owner’s manual about the warnings for the battery pack in the back? Making sure it does not get wet as it may short out? Making sure the air vents are not blocked? As well as the payload the battery cover can handle?
Thank you so much! We are in the market right now, and I want my wife to drive one of these. I am heavily considering the GX 550, I think it is a great boat towing rig for what I do. But this would be an awesome off road rig after she has put the first ten years on it. We keep our vehicles for a very long time, and I have come to terms with the cost. But this Landcruiser is about 20K cheaper than a GX 550.... not nearly the same for towing, but I have other vehicles for that...need my wife's car for the kids now.... Your video is SO REFRESHING, THANK YOU!!!!
It does display that information in Carplay. It seems like you need to tap the turn box in the upper left of Apple Maps on the screen in order to get the street name to appear.
This car doesn't look base model to me! The way the car avoids shiny plastics, fake chrome, super sized screens, painful leather or fake ones is simply amazing. Yeah the sticker hurts a bit though.
I have to agree, I have driven what is probably a dozen BMWs between what 2 adults in my house have at hand over the last 10 years and I am over the overly complicated electronics that keep BREAKING. This truck has wireless CarPlay. Tellurides and Palisades (2025 models) STILL require a wire but have all those cute electronics to go with cheap leather and shiny black plastic. Yet people are lining up in droves to pay $53k for that. Im going back to basic, saw this exact model/color yesterday and picking one up soonest.
LC is using parts from other cars/lexus with very reliable reviews parts etc been around for a while . Good luck finding 6cly . They’re being fazed out by all manufacturer's. Which suckst thanks to Blackrock State street and Vanguard .
most SUVS in this category are just as high . Toyota is always expensive on the front end . On the long end Toyota is the best and most economical of all car manufacturers
@@punchcat0736 not paying $60,000 plus for a 4 cylinder with cloth seats and 400 pounds of cheap plastic in the interior! I don’t care who manufacturers this! What else can I help you understand this evening?
I sat in one while buying a Sienna last week. I was incredibly underwhelmed given the price tag. Even the sales person I was working with said they were having a hard time selling the base model.
@@dtw1622 - Thanks. So LC with full time 4wd and all other off road doodaas is not expensive at $65k. Personally I would want it to be $55k but for now I just sit tight and look at used GX470.
I'm with Lyn, I'll wait a few years and snag one used one of these! I love my Lexus NX but I like a more rugged looking vehicle and this just fits the bill!
Negative because they’re asking $60,000 but not giving dollar value. Underpowered, missing power & hot/cold seats. Missing power tailgate. Spare tire mount?
Always love your reviews (and your humor!). After watching this, I would recommend the 2025 Toyota 4-Runner for you. Same platform, same size, same I-force Max powertrain and lots of trims to choose from at a lower cost than the Land Cruiser.
$60k for a base 4 banger is a hard pill to swallow. You can get a brand new 2024 4runner TRD Off-road for $45k. Sure they're ugly, but it's nice to have an extra $20k in your pocket. And the 2025 4Runner will be released soon.
The 5th gen trd models wernt even this much. This thing is claustrophobic inside like a nissan cube with a slightly lifted suspension. And that battery is heavy making the gas tank smaller at that with needing premium fuel. I MEAN YOURE NOT SAVING MUCH WITH FUEL EITHER 😂
I dont get this. The 200 series was released in Aus in 2007. In 24, the 300 series. Does the rest of the world not get the 300? What car is the cruiser in the video replacing? It may be an overseas model only.
I LOVE TOYOTA!!!… BUT I Test drove the 1st edition and it made me love my 4runner even more now. The LC is more narrow inside. Were not missing much from this slightly lifted turbo 4cyl scion box. But then again that would be something most new Toyota buyers wouldn’t understand. This a loud drive and the materials used is noticeably thin. That rear thin window and then the rear mudflap found hanging after my test drive was embarrassing. Toyotas prime days are OVER. I would never take this offroad long term wise. Toyota is riding on the nameplate now for the money. 🙈
Nailed it with a negative paradigm of value. I’ve driven these and they aren’t impressive. The old Lexus GX 460 is such a better truck. Same with the old 4 runner.
The Land Cruiser I grew up watching were tough survival vehicles that could last in desert roads in Africa and Middle-East. It was named the "Land Cruiser" because the original model was designed for a military procurement project back in the 1950s. (Toyota still makes a "mega cruiser" for military and law enforcement in Japan). I don't like what Toyota did with this as it's now an urban SUV for city folks. A Land Cruiser should always be extra-durable and redundant so it can survive the arctic circle or the Sahara desert.
A cool thing about Land Cruisers has been how long they last and how well they keep their value. With this hybrid system how is that going to work in 10 years when stuff goes bad?
they say the new land cruiser has all these weird noises ... while driving and also after u turn off the vehicle.... most videos ive seen anyway thats what people have said
I’ll never hedge my bets on Toyota prices coming down, but fact is they are cashing in on the “overlanding” trend. This, the Tacoma and 4Runner are all massively inflated.
In a word it’s unrefined. Not as smooth when it comes to chassis response. You feel the road more. It’s less controlled. A unibody construction absorbs a lot of that feeling. Some people don’t notice it. Others don’t. I like it just fine. It’s what I grew up with. Will happily mention that in a future video. And thanks. This kind of comment helps me with how I do my job and I appreciate the feedback. It’s better than hearing my hair looks messy or I’m stupid. I’m always happy to get better at my job and this is how it’s done. Cheers.
Truck like means the ride sucks. Hit a tiny bump and the whole chassis shakes. Go around a corner and hit a bump and the entire rear end steps out and you feel like you're going to fall off of the road 90% of the time.
1:28 if it is built on the same chassis as Tacoma then it is a tragedy this is not for me Toyota builds everything now from the perspective of an accountant it cuts corners.
For about the same price, I can get a well-equipped Bronco. I only keep 3-4 years so I’m not worried about long-term reliability…not that I have a ton of confidence in Toyota anymore either LOL
@@lynwoodward9156 I hear you and agree. I guess the trade off on the noise is the ability to go top/side-less. And I won’t own whatever I get past the warranty period so I’m not worried about durability. Good luck with your choice! I love your content!
Its a hybrid and it will depreciate a little more then a Tacoma or 4Runner would, will be a good snag in about 3-4 years, pending if there isn't any issues arising being a new model
It's worth buying the LC 250, but I don't like the gold-plated steering wheel, Alcantara seats, coati fur floor mats, and carbon fiber dashboard. All I need is simplicity in the car; this is not my type.
The Land Cruiser , and new Forerunner , both have the same problem due to the Hybrid engine . The Hybrid battery placement under the rear cargo area ,makes these two nothing more than a soccer mom transport . With a 125Lb weigh limit on the cargo floor , and the warnings regarding water or moisture in the cargo area due to the battery location , how can this truly be considered as a all purpose off road vehicle ?
Quit complaining about the price tag of present vehicles. Todays high cost of all cars will pale compared to the cost of new vehicles 5 to 10 to 20 years for now.Prices will never go down. Keep your vehicles 10 years onward at least.You get your money's worth per year..The question to ask is whether thus vehicle can last 10 to 20 years when properly maintained..is the cost of maintainance worth it..
Can’t put a truck vault in the back to store your guns because of the weight limit in the cargo floor due to the location of the lithium batteries in the cargo floor. Think the weight limit it 184 pounds so that rules out full Yeti coolers.
For a base Land Cruiser, at this price point it should also have: power liftgate, multi terrain selector & the 12 inch screen. Otherwise is too pricey!!
Great looking vehicle. Like the base except for the cloth seats, we have two dogs so there would be a lot of fur trapped in those cloth seats. I am also not a fan of Toyota throwing 4 cylinder engines in everything, especially at this price point and above. The output of the 4 cylinder is impressive but how stressed is that motor and how long will it last? Also 4 cylinders simply lack refinement. Also not a fan of not having a flat cargo area with seats down. I'd pass on this one despite loving the look. Great review though, thanks.
Can someone tell me where the 2nd electric motor is? Or why some reviewers make this mistake. There is one between the engine and transmission. Where is the other please?
$45k? Perhaps you can explain how this Land Cruiser should cost $45k when a base 2024 4x4 SR5 4Runner with 270hp, 278 lb/ft torque, and 5-speed auto costs $44k, which lacks full-time 4WD, center locking diff, rear locker, crawl control, automatic climate control, heated steering wheel, etc. It’s 2024, not 2014. There is no more 99-cent Big Mac, $3 matinee movie, or $1.99 gas.
@@iwazaru8101 the manatee had me laughing hard 😂😂😂 but is true some people just want it for free like daum is not 2012 is 2024 or unless some people live under a rock or something but thing are already expensive as is
@@iwazaru8101 that one over priced too, these new Toyota's are garbage. I've owned Toyotas my whole life, 10 of them. I will not be buying until Japanese engineers start making the decisions instead of the American marketing team.
@@TepidJeando you even know what you are talking about? This Land Cruiser is marketed and sold world wide, probably in more region than J300 or their 70 series. The car is also made in Japan, not U.S. It couldn’t have less thing to do with US other than America is one of the major markets.
Great video and fantastic information! I want one. I can (kind of) afford it (I need a new ride). But they're ALL SOLD OUT! :( But, yeah, the 1958 base model is all I need. I thought the LC was using regular gas vs it's luxury twin, Lexus GX using premium? My short list: Toyota Land Cruiser or the (cross my fingers) Ford Ranger Tremor, which only available in Australia.
There 25k cheaper then previous gen and about 18k cheaper with the premium pack version… Toyota has never done that before went down in price… I might be getting myself.
This should have been the new FJ. It lacks the gravitas of the truck made famous in wars on the dunes of the Sahara. Leave the Land Cruiser name plate to the outgoing 300, and if it's too expensive and we don't get it here (in the US), we don't get it here.
Is The vehicle is loud inside? most everyone has said this. That screen is too small. Do not like the color choices. Remember you have not included tax. lol
Lyn, if you touch that bar where the turning info is it will change to add the street, mine desapeared and I though it was the car or a phone update but no, I must have touched by accident and didn’t realized what happened. Anyway, that’s there, it is a thing of Apple Maps on ACP not the car. 😅
@@legion1630 : I know, right? Besides, Toyota has heard Americans whining for YEARS about not having the Prado in the US (in Toyota form; not the dressed-up Lexus version). Now that the Prado is here, what does Toyota get? More whining.
Yeah, the price would be a non starter for me too. There’s just no value there. Also, given that 90% of people would NEVER take theirs off road I wish you would have talked more about how it drives on the road. Is there wind or road noise? 🤷♂️ That said, thanks for the review, you convinced me to look elsewhere.
Now that Toyota is challenging warranty claims for driving over 85mph in an unmodified performance vehicle, I wouldn’t let ANYONE touch my LC until the warranty was expired
It's not $60K. It starts at $57K (including destination). The one reviewed is almost $60K because it has the fancy $1K ARB roof rack and $900 rock sliders. Considering the fact that the outdated 2024 4x4 SR5 4Runner with 270hp, 278 lb/ft torque, and a 5-speed auto costs $44k (including destination), which lacks full-time 4WD, center locking diff, rear locker, crawl control, automatic climate control, heated steering wheel, etc., $57K is not unreasonable.
Not as much of a fan of the plastic, but it's fine in a vehicle you're going to really use. And don't knock that engine til you've driven it. Surprisingly good. We'll see if it's reliable. But, prices are what they are these days.
@@kbb for off roading, yeah ill keep my N/A V6 less stress to the engine means more reliable. and turboed 4-pot going to a local grocery store, picking up kids from school YES. but for off-roading, that’s a BIG NO🙅🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
@@iwazaru8101 The 5th gen trd models wernt even this much. This thing is claustrophobic inside like a nissan cube with a slightly lifted suspension. And that battery is heavy making the gas tank smaller at that with needing premium fuel. I MEAN YOURE NOT SAVING MUCH WITH FUEL EITHER. The fact that you’re saying over 50,000 for this little thing is reasonable it should be illegal for you to purchase anything because YES it’s unreasonable. the limited 5th gen is more luxury than this econo thing in which they try making eco but with “premium fuel” Bad value for the money but hey TO EACH THEIR OWN. This thing is the size of an old ford escape but only over 50k. THINK FOR A MOMENT.
Toyota invested pretty high amount in marketing to these keep saying and creating WOW factor by calling Landcruiser. its a cheap vehicle called Prado ... Higher MRSP will cover marketing cost .
What a great review, I drove this exact spec. Yesterday and blown away by the torque and how smooth it is. Very nice truck.
Finally someone who acknowledges the economic realities of cost. Every other review talks about buying one like they have unlimited funds. That's simply not the reality of the vast majority of consumers. I'll stick to driving my 80. Drive perfectly fine even with 29 years.
Understood, but if you are in the market for a car and you know your financial status, how did you find your way to a review for what has always been a very expensive, niche vehicle? Try searching Nissan Versa or Kia Forte.
That metal wouldn’t last 3 days in the Midwest 🤣
I really do like this vehicle … I just don’t see 55k worth of vehicle
Have you looked around and see what 55k get you now . Soon it will be a loaf of bread
@@punchcat0736 Good thing America voted the way they did
@@AdamK-o9o Amen Bro
@@AdamK-o9o Exactly
Same
This review does what most other car reviews don't do; it tells you right from the get-go what market segment it is addressing: the off-road buyer who doesn't make $200K a year but wants to buy a new, quality vehicle. I like how she describes the base model and contrasts it to the higher level trims and concludes for the things that matter, the base model is the same as the higher level trims; it's the creature comforts that are different. The base has the same powertrain, transmission, gearing and clearance - the things that matter to most buyers. I like how she highlights the 'creature comforts' that the base doesn't have but notes who it's not really a dealbreaker for her. Let's face it, wireless charging is nice but everyone has an extra cord to use in their new vehicle if necessary. I also like how she shows its capability off-road, even with stock tires, and how the lack of MTS is not a big deal as long as you have some basic understanding of off-roading.
this is not an offroad vehicle. it's 6000 pounds, if it had a front locker it would snap the cvs or destroy the front diff. both the bronco and jeep weigh 1500 less than this thing. and that's still heavy for an offroader.
Looked at exact same truck in the dealership the other day. Loved the truck but it was a bit too stripped for me and the cost seemed high for what you are getting. Lynn has the right idea here to get it off lease.
Yes I agree. 60k for cloth seats?
It’s Toyota . They’re alway expensive on the front end
Great video as always, Lyn. You are my rock when it comes to automotive journalism.
I dont buy new cars 🤨
Being 2nd owner is the sweet
spot. I have a BMW and Ifiniti both
out of my range new..but 3 or 4
years older I got what I wanted for
thousands less. Its not how everyone
does it but that has worked for me...
I can wait 3 years to save 30K🤔
works well while you are younger. However, some folks might not have the 3yrs to wait with getting older and age. Lol
I also like to wait a few years go by before buying vehicles, and it has definitely saved me money. However, I seriously doubt waiting just 3 years is going to save you $30k on a Land Cruiser. Toyotas in general hold their values so much better than most other cars.
That thinking is only for luxury euro brands which have bad resale value 😂 Now Japanese brands are a different story. I bought a used Crv in 17 and today it’s still worth a grand less than I paid for back then. Tacos and 4Runners are just as good if not better at holding their value ! My wife owns a Buick Enclave it has the worst brand resale but she loves it…
Lyn’s reviews are the best!
@KBB did you check the owner’s manual about the warnings for the battery pack in the back? Making sure it does not get wet as it may short out? Making sure the air vents are not blocked? As well as the payload the battery cover can handle?
TLDW: It's still to expensive. Overpriced. Not worth it.
Yep they missed the mark for sure, sad
Thank you so much! We are in the market right now, and I want my wife to drive one of these. I am heavily considering the GX 550, I think it is a great boat towing rig for what I do. But this
would be an awesome off road rig after she has put the first ten years on it. We keep our vehicles for a very long time, and I have come to terms with the cost. But this Landcruiser is about 20K cheaper than a GX 550.... not nearly the same for towing, but I have other vehicles for that...need my wife's car for the kids now.... Your video is SO REFRESHING, THANK YOU!!!!
It does display that information in Carplay. It seems like you need to tap the turn box in the upper left of Apple Maps on the screen in order to get the street name to appear.
This car doesn't look base model to me! The way the car avoids shiny plastics, fake chrome, super sized screens, painful leather or fake ones is simply amazing. Yeah the sticker hurts a bit though.
I have to agree, I have driven what is probably a dozen BMWs between what 2 adults in my house have at hand over the last 10 years and I am over the overly complicated electronics that keep BREAKING. This truck has wireless CarPlay. Tellurides and Palisades (2025 models) STILL require a wire but have all those cute electronics to go with cheap leather and shiny black plastic. Yet people are lining up in droves to pay $53k for that. Im going back to basic, saw this exact model/color yesterday and picking one up soonest.
It’s a hard pass no for me. Never spending $60,000 plus for any 4 cylinder with tons of interior plastic and cloth. Cheers!
You’re not buying a car like this for nice leather dipshit where do you think the money is going
The price is too high and the battery pack is in the trunk area….
LC is using parts from other cars/lexus with very reliable reviews parts etc been around for a while . Good luck finding 6cly . They’re being fazed out by all manufacturer's. Which suckst thanks to Blackrock State street and Vanguard .
most SUVS in this category are just as high . Toyota is always expensive on the front end . On the long end Toyota is the best and most economical of all car manufacturers
@@punchcat0736 not paying $60,000 plus for a 4 cylinder with cloth seats and 400 pounds of cheap plastic in the interior! I don’t care who manufacturers this! What else can I help you understand this evening?
I'll be honest, considering this is the same price as a Ranger Raptor I think this is a really bad value.
Yeah talk to us in 5 years
I admire your sense of fiscal responsibility. Good on you!
Heck yeah. The round headlights are a must. Good video.
Do you recommend the Land Cruiser for road trips. It's comfortable?
My dad just looked at one of these. $59K and it still has manual adjustable seats, not power seats. Pathetic to say the least.
Beyond pathetic.
I sat in one while buying a Sienna last week. I was incredibly underwhelmed given the price tag. Even the sales person I was working with said they were having a hard time selling the base model.
@@dtw1622isn't sienna hybrid awd 50k plus?
@@bobby350z our xse trim with awd was $50,300 :/
@@dtw1622 - Thanks. So LC with full time 4wd and all other off road doodaas is not expensive at $65k. Personally I would want it to be $55k but for now I just sit tight and look at used GX470.
Are these being leased out though? I haven't seen any lease options on Toyota website. I'd also wait three years though lol
I'm with Lyn, I'll wait a few years and snag one used one of these! I love my Lexus NX but I like a more rugged looking vehicle and this just fits the bill!
So what is the diff between this one and the Land Cruiser 300. This one looks cheap, the LC 300 is $90K+
We will have to see what the 2025 FJ Mini Cruiser is like.
Great video Lyn!
Did you actually get 22mpg city? I’m getting 18mpg combined
@KBB no mention of the weight limit on that battery pack in the cargo area? Nor that it obviously raises the left over height by several inches?
Lift over height, not left over….
That weight limit (160lbs I think) is only for the 8” openable storage lid at the very back, so not much of an issue if at all for most people.
Two electric motors? I thought it had one aligned with the transmission?
You would be correct
Exact model I want. Test drove. Loaded with safety and tech.
Hello negative people of the internet.
Right?
Negative because they’re asking $60,000 but not giving dollar value.
Underpowered, missing power & hot/cold seats. Missing power tailgate. Spare tire mount?
So true .its a great looking ride that will last a long time . Yet people want a bargain. Guess they haven’t been to a grocery store lately
Always love your reviews (and your humor!). After watching this, I would recommend the 2025 Toyota 4-Runner for you. Same platform, same size, same I-force Max powertrain and lots of trims to choose from at a lower cost than the Land Cruiser.
That is a fantastic vehicle. Really hits the sweet spot to me. I get waiting if that’s best for you. But I would just love it either way.
She works at KBB, she has the data to know when to buy. Lucky
Thanks, Lyn. I love your common sense reviews.
Love the base model... which I can't even afford 🙂 Great review. Hope you're happy if you ended up getting this!
$60k for a base 4 banger is a hard pill to swallow. You can get a brand new 2024 4runner TRD Off-road for $45k. Sure they're ugly, but it's nice to have an extra $20k in your pocket. And the 2025 4Runner will be released soon.
I think these should really be priced at $40,000 instead of 55,000. 55k is just to much for what it is.
Doesn’t everything seem like too much for what it is these days?
@@lynwoodward9156Yes, I agree!😢
The 5th gen trd models wernt even this much. This thing is claustrophobic inside like a nissan cube with a slightly lifted suspension. And that battery is heavy making the gas tank smaller at that with needing premium fuel. I MEAN YOURE NOT SAVING MUCH WITH FUEL EITHER 😂
I dont get this. The 200 series was released in Aus in 2007. In 24, the 300 series. Does the rest of the world not get the 300? What car is the cruiser in the video replacing? It may be an overseas model only.
I LOVE TOYOTA!!!… BUT I Test drove the 1st edition and it made me love my 4runner even more now. The LC is more narrow inside. Were not missing much from this slightly lifted turbo 4cyl scion box. But then again that would be something most new Toyota buyers wouldn’t understand. This a loud drive and the materials used is noticeably thin. That rear thin window and then the rear mudflap found hanging after my test drive was embarrassing. Toyotas prime days are OVER. I would never take this offroad long term wise. Toyota is riding on the nameplate now for the money. 🙈
Loved this video and your Pros & Cons list😊Awesome truck and trim. Chiseled, stable rig for both on/off road trips😎Thank you!
I don't know why any reasonable person would buy this instead of the 2025 Armada (Patrol) at this price unless they need something right now
When this video was shot the Armada hadn’t come out. I’ll drive it and let you know what I think.
@@lynwoodward9156 thanks, looking forward to it!
Nailed it with a negative paradigm of value. I’ve driven these and they aren’t impressive. The old Lexus GX 460 is such a better truck. Same with the old 4 runner.
The Land Cruiser I grew up watching were tough survival vehicles that could last in desert roads in Africa and Middle-East. It was named the "Land Cruiser" because the original model was designed for a military procurement project back in the 1950s. (Toyota still makes a "mega cruiser" for military and law enforcement in Japan). I don't like what Toyota did with this as it's now an urban SUV for city folks. A Land Cruiser should always be extra-durable and redundant so it can survive the arctic circle or the Sahara desert.
A cool thing about Land Cruisers has been how long they last and how well they keep their value. With this hybrid system how is that going to work in 10 years when stuff goes bad?
great review. Buy it! love the headwear!
they say the new land cruiser has all these weird noises ... while driving and also after u turn off the vehicle.... most videos ive seen anyway thats what people have said
It is Loud. Made my old 4runner have more quality than this
@@Anomize23 I heard it makes all these weird sounds during driving and after you turn it off
Might be interested if they had a two door for 10k less.
but not like the defender 90 that has next to zero cargo space.
Just bought a series 1958. 11/6/ 24 will be my first try. I’m in WV but still welcome Texans 😊 come join us anytime.
The Grand Cherokee is much better overall. Toyota latest engines have faults and they break big, an overhauling is required
Don’t like it though. If it’s my money I’ve got to like it. 😊
I’ll never hedge my bets on Toyota prices coming down, but fact is they are cashing in on the “overlanding” trend. This, the Tacoma and 4Runner are all massively inflated.
What do you currently drive?
The most jarring omission on the 1958 is no heated side view mirrors. My 2011 midrange Honda Odyssey has those.
The loaded version should cost what the stripped version does. And no third row is a bummer.
Only way to bring down prices is to not buy them for that much.
I hope this with its J vin last longer than Tacoma transmissions
Pretty awesome t-shirt right there
Love your reviews, Lyn. Someday, explain what you mean when you say “truck like” ride.
Let me add that I love the frame of this review.
In a word it’s unrefined. Not as smooth when it comes to chassis response. You feel the road more. It’s less controlled. A unibody construction absorbs a lot of that feeling. Some people don’t notice it. Others don’t. I like it just fine. It’s what I grew up with. Will happily mention that in a future video. And thanks. This kind of comment helps me with how I do my job and I appreciate the feedback. It’s better than hearing my hair looks messy or I’m stupid. I’m always happy to get better at my job and this is how it’s done. Cheers.
Truck like means the ride sucks. Hit a tiny bump and the whole chassis shakes. Go around a corner and hit a bump and the entire rear end steps out and you feel like you're going to fall off of the road 90% of the time.
Huge miss on the price for this thing. Far too many options at same price that offer way more, like a Silverado trail boss.
If you told me this was the new 4Runner, I’d believe you. Not sure why they are making two vehicles that are essentially the same.
1:28 if it is built on the same chassis as Tacoma then it is a tragedy this is not for me Toyota builds everything now from the perspective of an accountant it cuts corners.
Love the base!
I think the rectangular lights look great
For about the same price, I can get a well-equipped Bronco. I only keep 3-4 years so I’m not worried about long-term reliability…not that I have a ton of confidence in Toyota anymore either LOL
Build quality would keep me far away from a Bronco if it’s my money I’m spending. Too noisy inside.
@@lynwoodward9156 I hear you and agree. I guess the trade off on the noise is the ability to go top/side-less. And I won’t own whatever I get past the warranty period so I’m not worried about durability. Good luck with your choice! I love your content!
Its a hybrid and it will depreciate a little more then a Tacoma or 4Runner would, will be a good snag in about 3-4 years, pending if there isn't any issues arising being a new model
It's worth buying the LC 250, but I don't like the gold-plated steering wheel, Alcantara seats, coati fur floor mats, and carbon fiber dashboard. All I need is simplicity in the car; this is not my type.
The Land Cruiser , and new Forerunner , both have the same problem due to the Hybrid engine . The Hybrid battery placement under the rear cargo area ,makes these two nothing more than a soccer mom transport . With a 125Lb weigh limit on the cargo floor , and the warnings regarding water or moisture in the cargo area due to the battery location , how can this truly be considered as a all purpose off road vehicle ?
Quit complaining about the price tag of present vehicles.
Todays high cost of all cars will pale compared to the cost of new vehicles 5 to 10 to 20 years for now.Prices will never go down. Keep your vehicles 10 years onward at least.You get your money's worth per year..The question to ask is whether thus vehicle can last 10 to 20 years when properly maintained..is the cost of maintainance worth it..
Can’t put a truck vault in the back to store your guns because of the weight limit in the cargo floor due to the location of the lithium batteries in the cargo floor. Think the weight limit it 184 pounds so that rules out full Yeti coolers.
that isn't the weight limit for the overall cargo flow, just the small storage part at the rear of the battery.
Me and my wife really like this car even the base model but still 60k. And we need to save up for down payment.
They cut the engine in half!
I wonder how tall she is because the vehicle looks bigger than what I’ve seen on the road
For a base Land Cruiser, at this price point it should also have: power liftgate, multi terrain selector & the 12 inch screen. Otherwise is too pricey!!
Great looking vehicle. Like the base except for the cloth seats, we have two dogs so there would be a lot of fur trapped in those cloth seats. I am also not a fan of Toyota throwing 4 cylinder engines in everything, especially at this price point and above. The output of the 4 cylinder is impressive but how stressed is that motor and how long will it last? Also 4 cylinders simply lack refinement. Also not a fan of not having a flat cargo area with seats down. I'd pass on this one despite loving the look. Great review though, thanks.
Suv to get. Basic. Sharp. Affordable
Can someone tell me where the 2nd electric motor is? Or why some reviewers make this mistake. There is one between the engine and transmission. Where is the other please?
There is no 2nd electric motor.
This is the first reviewer I’ve seen mention a 2nd motor.
It takes premium gas only!
So stick with the 5.7 200 series its takes regular and that’s a wash.
Looks good, I might pick up a 2 year old one with low miles, soccer mom seller .... for about 40K
Toyota got greedy on the pricing, better luck next gen, toyota.
Most of the Tacomas get coil springs, not leaf springs
What a waste of space.. from an 8 cylinder to a 4 cylinder turbo..
Not good .. and don’t forget to mention mark ups.. lol 70k ???
Toyota has lost their mind. Cheap interior, bunch of plastic on the exterior and $60k. This is worth $45k at most
$45k? Perhaps you can explain how this Land Cruiser should cost $45k when a base 2024 4x4 SR5 4Runner with 270hp, 278 lb/ft torque, and 5-speed auto costs $44k, which lacks full-time 4WD, center locking diff, rear locker, crawl control, automatic climate control, heated steering wheel, etc. It’s 2024, not 2014. There is no more 99-cent Big Mac, $3 matinee movie, or $1.99 gas.
@@iwazaru8101 the manatee had me laughing hard 😂😂😂 but is true some people just want it for free like daum is not 2012 is 2024 or unless some people live under a rock or something but thing are already expensive as is
@@iwazaru8101 that one over priced too, these new Toyota's are garbage. I've owned Toyotas my whole life, 10 of them. I will not be buying until Japanese engineers start making the decisions instead of the American marketing team.
@@TepidJeando you even know what you are talking about? This Land Cruiser is marketed and sold world wide, probably in more region than J300 or their 70 series. The car is also made in Japan, not U.S. It couldn’t have less thing to do with US other than America is one of the major markets.
If you think this car worth $45K at most to you, this car is not for you. You obvious is not the target audience they design this car for.
The rectangle headlights look wayyyy better
Sold with the back window ❤
Great video and fantastic information! I want one. I can (kind of) afford it (I need a new ride). But they're ALL SOLD OUT! :( But, yeah, the 1958 base model is all I need. I thought the LC was using regular gas vs it's luxury twin, Lexus GX using premium? My short list: Toyota Land Cruiser or the (cross my fingers) Ford Ranger Tremor, which only available in Australia.
it's shame automakers are putting small engines in their bigger vehicles...
60K for a base model. Ouch.
There 25k cheaper then previous gen and about 18k cheaper with the premium pack version… Toyota has never done that before went down in price… I might be getting myself.
Why the car small
This should have been the new FJ. It lacks the gravitas of the truck made famous in wars on the dunes of the Sahara. Leave the Land Cruiser name plate to the outgoing 300, and if it's too expensive and we don't get it here (in the US), we don't get it here.
Its sharp. I only worry about non leather seats with all the friggen dog hair from my pup. Nice shoes btw.
Is The vehicle is loud inside? most everyone has said this. That screen is too small. Do not like the color choices. Remember you have not included tax. lol
The new Tacoma does not have leaf springs either.
Lyn, if you touch that bar where the turning info is it will change to add the street, mine desapeared and I though it was the car or a phone update but no, I must have touched by accident and didn’t realized what happened. Anyway, that’s there, it is a thing of Apple Maps on ACP not the car. 😅
That's not a Land Cruiser, it's a Prado...
That's why it starts at $56K instead of $87K. It slots between the 4Runner and the LC300.
Is using the eye rolling emoji too much here?
that fight is over in the US..around the world Prado are very capable i used for several years in Africa and its was just fine
@@legion1630 : I know, right? Besides, Toyota has heard Americans whining for YEARS about not having the Prado in the US (in Toyota form; not the dressed-up Lexus version). Now that the Prado is here, what does Toyota get? More whining.
I rented a Diesel Prado in Costa Rica… it was a perfect Mid-Size Off-Roader
Yeah, the price would be a non starter for me too. There’s just no value there. Also, given that 90% of people would NEVER take theirs off road I wish you would have talked more about how it drives on the road. Is there wind or road noise? 🤷♂️ That said, thanks for the review, you convinced me to look elsewhere.
FYI Tacoma has rear coils on the new model…
Now that Toyota is challenging warranty claims for driving over 85mph in an unmodified performance vehicle, I wouldn’t let ANYONE touch my LC until the warranty was expired
Is that what they are doing now? Challenging people driving over the limit? WOW now we know the quality isn’t what it was😂
The Land Cruiser for the people that doesn’t have money to buy the real Land Cruiser.
4cyc engine?? plastic everywhere?? $60k++?? Nah, thanks but no thanks.
Agreed - overrated and overpriced !
It's not $60K. It starts at $57K (including destination). The one reviewed is almost $60K because it has the fancy $1K ARB roof rack and $900 rock sliders. Considering the fact that the outdated 2024 4x4 SR5 4Runner with 270hp, 278 lb/ft torque, and a 5-speed auto costs $44k (including destination), which lacks full-time 4WD, center locking diff, rear locker, crawl control, automatic climate control, heated steering wheel, etc., $57K is not unreasonable.
Not as much of a fan of the plastic, but it's fine in a vehicle you're going to really use. And don't knock that engine til you've driven it. Surprisingly good. We'll see if it's reliable. But, prices are what they are these days.
@@kbb for off roading, yeah ill keep my N/A V6 less stress to the engine means more reliable. and turboed 4-pot going to a local grocery store, picking up kids from school YES. but for off-roading, that’s a BIG NO🙅🏻♂️🤦🏻♂️
@@iwazaru8101 The 5th gen trd models wernt even this much. This thing is claustrophobic inside like a nissan cube with a slightly lifted suspension. And that battery is heavy making the gas tank smaller at that with needing premium fuel. I MEAN YOURE NOT SAVING MUCH WITH FUEL EITHER. The fact that you’re saying over 50,000 for this little thing is reasonable it should be illegal for you to purchase anything because YES it’s unreasonable. the limited 5th gen is more luxury than this econo thing in which they try making eco but with “premium fuel” Bad value for the money but hey TO EACH THEIR OWN. This thing is the size of an old ford escape but only over 50k. THINK FOR A MOMENT.
I want the off road one that uses diesel
Lyn, what are you doing? Putting a Cali flag on a Texas plate Toyota? When worlds collide!
almost $60,000 car and still cloth seats + tiny screen....
Typical Toyota
Toyota invested pretty high amount in marketing to these keep saying and creating WOW factor by calling Landcruiser. its a cheap vehicle called Prado ... Higher MRSP will cover marketing cost .
I totally agree. Leather Seats should standard on anything costing 23K or higher
You should see how much they are charging for this in PR. They begin in the low 90s. 😅🫠
I would prefer clothes seat than leather for last longer