After 4,000 Miles, My Surprising Criticisms of the Land Cruiser!

A clocking over 4,000 miles in the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser, it’s time for some real talk. The honeymoon phase? It's definitely over. I’ve got some honest feedback about this rig, but I’ve also made some killer upgrades that are turning this beast into the ultimate solo adventure machine. So, let’s hit the dirt, break it all down, and see how it’s shaping up. You’re not going to want to miss this one!

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0:00 Land Cruiser Intro
0:24 Land Cruiser Spare Tire
1:20 Land Cruiser Cracked Windshield
2:03 Land Cruiser Warning Sensors
2:41 Land Cruiser Ground Clearance
3:29 Land Cruiser Fuel Economy
5:08 Land Cruiser Sway Bar Disconnect
6:04 Camburg Upper Control Arm
7:03 onX Off-Road Sponsorship
8:09 Goose Gear Storage
10:34 Personal Protection Safe
13:11 Magnaflow Exhaust
14:20 Rock Sliders
15:14 No More Roof Rack
16:19 Things I Like
17:45 What are the Next Upgrades

[EricJohnson]

I think that would be a great video to talk about how and when to carry firearms throughout your travels, especially when crossing borders.

[jbandt]

I feel like he gets rid of this within a year, much like the diesel and hybrid wranglers.

[hamedrahi]

You may want to consider moving the spare tire to the rear bumper and add an auxiliary tank in the spare tire housing.

[pharmazan]

I have been following your channel and even bought myself a 3.6 JK.
I recently wrecked my JK and ended up with a Tacoma TRD off road.
As much as I loved my jeep, I was floored by how much more power the Tacoma has, and how inexpensive to modify the Tacoma.
Thank you for your channel and God bless!!

[J_Medlin]

Why would you go wider on the tire? Narrow is better for turning radius, suspension cycle clearance, traction, fuel mileage and component longevity.

[troybuiltadventures]

Hey Brad, whatever happened to Marco ? I don’t see him in your videos anymore. Thanks.

[mchilly]

I know the one topic you brought up can be a little polarizing but I appreciate that you brought it up. It’s important and I would be interested in more content about it.

[MrCovert]

Toyota really screwed up all the TNGA-F platform vehicles by only giving an 18 gallon gasoline tank

[mozaic_channel]

I don’t know what to make of this. My old 97 80 gets similar fuel economy if I go through the trouble of converting the transfer case to 2wd and locking front hubs, can seat 7 with super easy to remove seats, has a tailgate, sliding rear windows for the dogs, leather seating, moonroof, radio can be upgraded to touchscreen + latest gizmos, brake controller can be installed, solid front axles front and rear, ground clearance for days on 33x10.5, locking rear and front diffs and a super reliable drivetrain. I was saving up for the new landcruiser, but help me make the case. I just seem to land on a 60k investment for less truck. Feels like a 10k investment to rejuvenate the 80 is a better deal.

[mikeburbank]

“Even though” I’m a Toyota guy, I’ve been enjoying your channel for years! And now you’re repping a Toyota! And I get your hesitancy showing your EDC storage, but happy you did. 🇺🇸

[deanh]

Disappointing fuel mileage. Might as well go for the GX550 and have more power, no battery intrusion and more room for the spare.

[hodad]

LRA makes extended fuel tanks for the 200 series (up to 40 gallons), best to check if they’re coming with something for the 250. For bumpers check with Dissent Offroad and Slee. Camburg arm looks like a uniball, not a ball joint.

[njaphs]

In my country we have the Diesel.... it gas a 29 gallon tank and do 34mpg if you ask it nicely.

[minshu]

You are in a transition phase from Jeep to Toyota LC. I started with Jeeps for a decade & half. Remember looking down at others, until after seven years break from offroading my mechanic friend (Jeeps only) suggested I buy a Toyota LC. Skeptic at first, started revealing the advantages in the past 4 years. Especially, maintainance, reliability comfort. Performance is head to head with a slight advantage to the Jeep due to wide options of upgrades. Every offroad club here is fully aware of "You go offroading in a Jeep but come back home in a Land Cruiser". It certainly proved for me. I am sure it will for you. Enjoy.

[jasonnash]

I hate all the technology that has been added to our vehicles. I wish someone would make something that is really stripped down

[WDisLife]

tested 24mpg on the freeway from stock land cruiser 250 series. If you are putting bigger tires, 20mpg would be on a good day.

[Andy-ecyn]

Brad, we have had a 4x4 sprinter for close to 4 years now and because of your channel, my wife and I added/bought a jeep wrangler and absolutely love it so far as we do the sprinter . Would love to have that conversation on self protection.

[ramoneortiz]

As a 2021 Land Cruiser 200 owner, I want to say welcome to the Toyota family. I am still on the fence on the new LC but it looks good. Keep us posted with updates.

[TheCajunGaijin]

13-14mpg with one of these is hilarious.

It's not much better than my 80 series on 35s. That seals the deal for me.

[davecoil]

Jordan was right! That safe is pretty cool. I'd love to see that offroad/backcountry firearm carry. Particularly, I'd like to see resources for checking legality of carrying a firearm when planning a trip.

Love the vid, love the Land Cruiser!