2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 GX gets muddy | 4X4 Australia

Does the low-spec LC300 GX make sense for Aussie four-wheel drivers, or is it too basic to live with daily? We put it through an off-road torture test to find out.

INTRO: 00:00
PROS AND CONS: 01:30
ENGINE: 05:12
INTERIOR: 06:54
SUMMARY: 08:24
OFF-ROAD: 10:10
VERDICT: 12:37

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[oversteer]

Never seen this guy before but he’s great! So refreshing to see someone with balls to actually do some PROPER off road driving so we can see how it really behaves.

[brett]

Agree, the GX is the best bet if you don't need all the luxury touches. Payload is significantly better which is a big consideration in a tourer, especially if towing a heavy van.

[davidbutler]

Looking forward to my GX 300 arriving in a couple of weeks. I think it will be a worthy update for the 105 landcruiser that I bought new in 2005. it now has 487000 km on it and has never let me down. Just hope the new one is half as good.

[danwhite]

Great review. Good effort in the mud on stock tyres. I also see the 300 series as a tourer and not an off-roader. I reckon the 300 Series makes a Prado a even better option. For off-roading I wish Toyota still made a SWB for either the cruiser or prado, not all of us want to tour.

[tempestv]

Could the air filter element have been wet from the airbox being immersed beyond the max wading depth by a previous test by another publication?

[doneB]

Good point on the alternator, air filter and snorkel, great review well done mate.

[Splagnate]

Problem with the idea of premium is that everyone think interior, tech, materials, etc. the premium with the LC is the extra welding and framework.

[fatmanoverlanding]

For me, it's a no brainer which I'll pick between the LC300 GX or the 76 Landcruiser. The LC300 GX everytime. And as you've said, the GX might be the base model for Australia but it's not a poverty pack. Our GX does come with many standard features compared to base model LC300s in other countries. Afterall it cost $90K+ here. Some countries' LC300 base model come with evem less gear than the GX. Like an even smaller centre screen with no Apple Car Play or Android Auto etc.

[phantim_othy]

Thanks mate for the review...I ordered the VX model so had the added features but could do without what the Sarah models and above
Now just gotta wait until possibly Christmas 2022 and if WA premier doesn’t add another 2 week wait for the Quarantine because there might be pesky CV lurking in the air filter 😂😂😂😂

[skyhawk]

In US we can't choose trims, i own a 21 LC 200 the 5.7 V8 and it is fully loaded and that is the best decision ever purchasing this vehicle.

[Cammo-vpgl]

When I bought my 200 series GXL the first thing I did on the day I picked it up was to remove the third row of seats. I'm actually considering moving the 200 on and would happily buy a GX. I don't need the whiz bang terrain system, definitely don't need the third row of seats, every time I go hunting the carpet in the 200 gets dirty so vinyl flooring is fine. The GX has enough of the good stuff including radar cruise control to make it my preference of the 300 range. Thanks for a really thorough review.

[mohammedmuzakkir]

To build or modify a vehicle I think the base model is good, will be a great platform to build, plus for touring u need as simple vehicle as you can for less issues, as not all vehicles survive the heat of Australia in the remote

[Leelulee-xw]

V6 3.3 not a concern at all.
BJ60 used indirect injection 4 cylinder 3B engine and weighted like an elephant.
Patrol G160 used I6 cylinder 3.3L.

[mozartheart]

[10:33] You forgot to try CRAWL control, one of the most capable offroad features in the vehicle and substitute the requirement of both rear and front differential locks.

[jamesm]

I bought one of these with this colour. Looking forward to it.

[kmuinde]

tyres and rims would be the first to go for me

[BelloBudo]

As someone who needs to cross a creek to get home, that low alternator & raised air intake is concerning to me. Why does Toyota even bother with a raised air intake and not go for an ARB style snorkel? I find that so many drivers with raised air intakes believe their 4x4 is kitted with something that will protect against water ingress.

[stickers]

You’re right about the dmax, they’re terrible as an everyday car

[tedaxiak]

with the ZX it has a limited slip diff would that work like a locker diff and it don't have a front diff lock how would it be off road .

[ianparsons]

Definitely needs better tyres from factory. Maybe Toyo Open Country AT3 since they’re the factory option for the upcoming Prado 250 Altitude.