What you could buy INSTEAD of a 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado

In the market for the upcoming Toyota LandCruiser Prado? Here’s what you could buy instead if you don’t want to wait.

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[snoopy]

Love to see the comparison between old and new Prado because that’s exactly what I’m considering right now.

[chriswright]

I bought a 2021 Kakadu with 50, 000km in January as a Toyota certified used car. Has the update 150kw motor and extended warranty to aug 2026. I’ve fitted a RTT and done almost 20000km in it including a 12000km trip around SA-WA. I love it and the long range tank and comfort are awesome. As you’d expect there have been zero issues and the Toyota service team really look after you, not that there is much for them to do. I couldn’t stretch to a new Prado and had a window of opportunity for a road trip between jobs so used it was. As good as the Prado is, I think Toyota are going to have some stiff competition from China, especially with respect to price and quality. As Chinese made quality moves ahead, it is harder to justify the Toyota price premium.

[Jim-znky]

The Pajero is kinda similar to Redriven... Way too underrated!!! And capable, no nonsense. The Super Select 4wd system is sort of like Redivens trademark, offering honest unbiased reviews which makes Redriven an absolute gem! Keep up the great work gents!!

[AD-dxlr]

Our old Prado died and we looked around for its replacement. Long range fuel tank was the one thing that stood out for us. We went with a second hand 2022 Prado, with only 50, 000kms on the clock. Still has new car warranty too.
I think the new Prado has done a disservice in getting rid of the long range fuel tank. Time will tell.

[SayYesSonofSam]

Did exactly your top pick a couple of months ago after watching your review of it. Picked up a full kitted out Pajero with 80k on the clock for sub 45. Dual battery, bull bar, suspension, rhino rack platform. Still smiling.

[TwistedDonners]

Definitely didn't expect an alternative to X model new car today, especially since we haven't seen one of these videos for a while. Definitely a welcome surprise.

Did not expect the Porsche Cayenne as an alternative to the new Prado or for you guys to pick the Pajero as the best alternative either.

I don't know about everyone else but I'd definitely love to see a real world comparison of the new and old Prados to see which is better. Should throw the Pajero into the mix if you're able to borrow one as well.

Bloody good work guys and good to see an old video series from yourselves get a new episode.

As always guys keep up the good work and look forward to next week's videos as per usual 👍.

[crustaceanfoundation]

Don’t forget the 200 series guys! Have been waiting 2 years for a gxl prado that’s rolled onto the 250 prado, but for the same price, with all accessories and 56k kms on clock, I’ve sold out for a 2019 gxl 200 series. Granted, it’s outside of the warranty period now but looking at another 1 year wait at least for the 250 prado, plus whatever price increases between now and then. Not to mention the prado 250 being a first series model with a whole lot more beeping stuff that could wrong (see 300 series), I reckon it’s potentially the best option with the Toyota reliability. Keep up the good work though, the reviews are great 🤙

[philg]

A lot of my friends are outback travellers and choose a Prado for two reasons: fuel range (150L tank) and reliability. The only thing that is equal or better is the Toyota Troopcarrier which go a long way in the outback on standard 180L tank.
A GXL Troopy would be on my list and now comes with a similar 2.8L motor, auto, 5 seats and doesn't depreciate at all. And they are a square blank canvas when it comes to setting up.

[jomo]

I saw the new Toyota land cruiser Prado yesterday. It's a stunner

[Chris-]

The Landcruiser Prado is one of our politicians' favorite vehicle here in Kenya. Some government institutions already have it (J250) as part of their fleet.
The other one is the Landcruiser 200. The 300 series not widely adopted, yet.

Anyways, the late model years Prado J150 and the Mitsubishi Pajero don't sound bad.

[twiggo]

I have one of the last V6 150 Kakadu’s. I chased down the last one Toyota had once I knew that they were no more with the facelift version and luckily it was at a local dealer. I’d love to see that in the test

[DilanR]

Mux, Pajero Sport, Fortuner would be my alternative, obviously the Prado is above all those 3.

[davidholmes]

It comes down to dirt. Wet dog. Chainsaw and muddy boots. 2nd hand Paj or Prado for the win.

[cooperryan]

Love to hear your thoughts about the GWM Tank 300 Ultra for $52k drive away in QLD
Or the GWM Tank 500 Ultra
for $74, 500 drive away in QLD

They are selling like hotcakes in Queensland and they have so much tech for the price and the 300 is a serious off-road

[spdaltid]

I just sold a top spec Pajero Sport after 10 years trouble free motoring [in Thailand]. It is seriously worthy of consideration, even if it's much more Fortuner than Prado.
Having moved [retired] to Japan though, I can get into a base 2.8 5 seater here for around Aud52k [list with tax]. Or a top range Hilux for similar. Thing is, for about 10k less, I can put myself in a top spec Mitsubishi Delica D5.
I like Toyotas. I've had Cruisers/ Hiluxes and even a Harrier.. I've also had Pajeros, Patrol, BMW X5 and a string of Delicas [including a first gen D5]. I just can't see the value proposition - especially further up the Cruiser250 food chain.

I don't tow anything, so it's a no-brainer. Mitsubishi Australia needs to import the D5 for you guys - you're missing out

[normo-wv]

i bought an old 04 territory instead, drives brilliant, tows great although i only tow up to 2 tonnes, and is very reliable.... so far
saved me a fortune
love your channel, great stuff

[whoguy]

Mission impossible to find a Prado equivalent or better than just another Prado 👍

[ollyoo]

As the owner of a second-gen Touareg which set me back $30k a few years ago, can confirm it is very capable off road and pretty cheap to run. Haven't had any major reliability issues yet. Had an LR4 Disco before the Touareg and say the same for that thing. Lovely car for the two months a year it wasn't getting something fairly catastrophic repaired. I suspect I got one of "the bad ones", but nonetheless, night and day compared to the sturdy VW so far.

[johnhannonHanno]

How do hybrids go after a few river crossings?

[goosegarage]

LR4 disco and reliable? and you said it with a straight face bahahahaha