Toyota Land Cruiser Prado - Generation 3 (2003-2009)
TOYOTA LAND CRUISER PRADO (2003-2009)
The smaller brother of the Land Cruiser, the Prado is designed in Toyota's design studio in France with several improvements to the vehicle. Local models include a 3.0 diesel and a very rare 4.0 V6 gasoline.
| OWNERSHIP DETAILS | 4.0 V6 | VX |
|---|---|---|
| Years Available | 2005-August 2006 | November 2003-September 2009 |
| ENGINE SPECS | ||
| Engine | 1GR-FE 4.0 DOHC 24V V6 | 1KZ-TE 3.0 SOHC 16V I4 |
| Horsepower | 236hp @ 5,200rpm | 131hp @ 3,600rpm |
| Torque | 361Nm @ 4,000rpm | 343Nm @ 2,000rpm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline/93 Octane | Diesel |
| Fuel System | VVT-I Electronic Fuel Injection | Direct Injection |
| Transmission | 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual, 4-Speed Automatic |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 Liters | 87 Liters |
| DIMENSIONS | ||
| Length | 4,715mm | 4,715mm |
| Width | 1,875mm | 1,875mm |
| Height | 1,865mm | 1,865mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,790mm | 2,790mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,879kg | 1,840kg (MT), 1,870kg (AT) |
| Body Style | 5 Door SUV | 5 Door SUV |
| Engine/Drive Type | Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive | Front Engine/Four Wheel Drive |
| Seating | 7 | 7 |
| SUSPENSION & TIRES | ||
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | Double Wishbone |
| Rear Suspension | 4-Link | 4-Link |
| Front Brakes | Vented Disc | Vented Disc |
| Rear Brakes | Vented Disc | Vented Disc |
| Tires | 265/65 R17 | 265/65 R17 |
| Wheels | 17 Inch Alloy | 17 Inch Alloy |
| SAFETY | ||
| Airbags | 2 | 2 |
| Anti-Lock Brakes | Yes | Yes |
| Traction/Stability Control | None | None |
| Other Safety Features | Adds: None | Limited Slip Differential |
| EXTERIOR | ||
| Fog Lamps | Front | Front |
| Other Exterior Features | Adds: None | Overfenders, Side Step Board, Roof Rails, Rear Wiper, Rear Mounted Spare Tire Cover, Chrome Side Mirrors, Smoked Headlamps |
| INTERIOR | ||
| Steering Wheel Adjustment | Tilt | Tilt |
| Steering Wheel Material | Leather | Leather |
| Seating Adjustment | Power, Driver and Front Passenger | Power, Driver and Front Passenger |
| Seating Material | Leather | Leather |
| Other Interior Features | Adds: None | Wood Accents, 60/40 Fold Rear Seat, 50/50 Fold Third Row, Optitron Gauges, Sliding Console Box, LCD Display, Heated Front Seats |
| CONVENIENCE FEATURES | ||
| Power Amenities | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors | Steering, Windows, Door Locks, Mirrors |
| Climate Control | Automatic, Dual | Automatic, Dual |
| Audio System | AM/FM/Cassette/CD | AM/FM/Cassette/CD or 6 CD |
| Speakers | 6 | 6 |
| Steering Wheel Controls | None | None |
| Alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless Entry | Yes | Yes |
| NOTES | Upgraded to 6 disc changer in August 2006. Smoked headlamps and heated front seats added in February 2009. | |
| RIVALS | Chevrolet Trailblazer, Ford Explorer, Isuzu Trooper, Mitsubishi Pajero, Nissan Patrol |
