Japanese automaker Toyota has finally revealed the new-generation iteration of the Land Cruiser SUV (300 Series) through official images. Compared to the previous 200 Series Land Cruiser, the latest LC300 gets new looks & features, sits on an all-new GA-F platform, and receives two twin-turbo V-6 engine options. Toyota claims that the new Land Cruiser inherits and evolves the Land Cruiser's essence of "reliability, durability, and off-road performance".
All-New 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 – What's New?
Underpinnings and Powertrain
Built on the new GA-F platform (derived from the Toyota New Global Architecture), the brand has managed to shade out 200kg, achieved a lower center of gravity, improved frame rigidity & suspension structure. Besides, it also enabled Toyota engineers to adopt new powertrains and helped in improving weight distribution. That said, the 2022 Land Cruiser 300 gets two new V6 twin-turbocharged engines (both petrol and diesel) instead of the naturally aspirated V8 and V6 petrol engines. Here's take a look at their specifications: –
|
Engine |
3.5-litre twin-turbo V6 petrol |
3.3-litre twin-turbo V6 diesel |
|
Max Power |
415PS |
309PS |
|
Peak Torque |
650Nm |
700Nm |
| Transmission | 10-speed AT | 10-speed AT |
Toyota claims that both these engines will offer better driveability and efficiency than a conventional V8, and reduce CO2 emissions by approximately 10%. The brand has further stated that a naturally aspirated petrol engine and a 6-speed AT will continue to be offered in some markets.
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 – Off-road capabilities
For off-roading performance, Toyota has said to made improvements in the basic suspension performance for wheel articulation. The brand has also introduced a new Kinetic Dynamic Suspension System (KDSS) that adjusts the connection of the anti-roll bars. Besides, it also gets Multi-Terrain Monitor and Multi-Terrain Select system. While the Multi-Terrain Monitor is a camera-based terrain monitoring system that immediately displays obstacles as viewed from the driver's viewpoint, the Multi-Terrain Select system, on the other hand, automatically picks the most suitable driving mode by auto-evaluating road conditions.
Prioritizing on off-road performance, the vehicle size, including the total length, total width, and wheelbase, as well as both the departure & approach angles, have been kept the same as the previous model (excluding some grades).
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 – Design & Safety Features
Styling-wise, the new Land Cruiser 300-series sports a more muscular & modern-looking design while retaining its older boxy silhouette. It gets a bigger rectangular chrome grille upfront with sleeker LED headlights and a bold bumper design. At the back, it features a new pair of taillights and a flat tailgate.
Inside, the SUV gets a large free-standing infotainment system and a new dashboard layout, decked in a black-&-beige dual-tone theme.
Improving the safety quotient, the new Land Cruiser will now get the latest Toyota Safety Sense active safety package with an advanced pre-collision system and a new Parking Support Brake. The pre-collision system helps in avoiding a collision or reducing its impact by detecting pedestrians and other vehicles. It is also capable of assisting with steering and lane-keeping. The Parking Support Brake helps prevent accidents by identifying obstacles in front and back of the vehicle in a parking lot.
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 GR Edition
The new Land Cruiser will also get a sportier GR (Gazoo Racing) variant. While the brand hasn't revealed its specifications, it did publish a few images of the SUV, which reveals that it will get some cosmetic differences from the standard model. These mainly include a blacked-out honeycomb grille with Toyota lettering at the center, a metal skid plate, different wheels & tires, and more black plastic cladding.
Will Toyota launch the new Land Cruiser in India?
Yes, Toyota is expected to launch the new Land Cruiser in India. However, the brand is yet to share its launch timeline. Expect it to be priced around Rs 1.5-2 crore, if it will be brought via the CBU route, just like its previous model.
