Recently, Toyota released official images of the Land Cruiser hybrid version (LC300 Hybrid). The new car's hybrid system consists of a 3.5T V6 engine + an electric motor, and this powertrain is the same as that of the Lexus LX 700h. The new car will be launched first in the Middle East and Australian markets, with a starting price in the Middle East of 389,900 UAE dirhams (about 760,000 yuan).
In terms of exterior, the new car overall continues the exterior design of the gasoline-powered Land Cruiser. The VXR version adds "Hybrid/457TT" badges on the bumper and the side of the body. The GR-S version is equipped with the GR Sport sport package and an exclusive off-road bumper. The GR-S version comes standard with 18-inch wheels, and the front row uses GR Sport seats.
In terms of configuration, the entry-level version comes standard with Toyota TSS driver assistance system, 20-inch wheels, a 12.3-inch rear entertainment screen, and a 14-speaker JBL audio system; the mid-range model offers a head-up display and adaptive variable suspension; the top trim uses 18-inch wheels, and the chassis is equipped with front and rear differential locks as well as E-KDSS electronic suspension (the stabilizer bar can be disconnected).
In terms of power, in the new car's hybrid system, the 3.5T V6 engine has a maximum power of 300 kilowatts and a peak torque of 650 N·m. The electric motor has a maximum power of 40 kilowatts and a peak torque of 250 N·m. The transmission system is matched with a 10-speed automatic manual transmission, and full-time four-wheel drive is standard.
Dada review: The Toyota Land Cruiser is a legendary off-road vehicle. Since its introduction 70 years ago, it has sold more than 10 million units in 170 countries and regions. The Toyota Land Cruiser is a long-distance touring vehicle that "can go anywhere and bring you back safely." Although it does not have the prestige of the Mercedes-Benz G-Class or the Land Rover Range Rover, its reliability has won unanimous recognition from users. The all-new generation Land Cruiser is built on the GA-F platform under Toyota's New Global Architecture (TNGA). It still uses a body-on-frame structure, and body rigidity, strength, and dynamic balance have all been optimized. The vehicle's center of gravity is lower, balancing on-road driving performance and off-road performance. The first application of the Electronic Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (E-KDSS) improves driving stability, and in terms of comfort it is almost on par with the Lexus LX570. The all-new Land Cruiser will enter the domestic market through parallel imports, and the possibility of local production in the future is unlikely.
