EVERY LandCruiser 300 Series Toyota 4WD feature tested

We wanted to include this off-road content in our standard review of the 2022 Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series GR Sport, but the video was going to be too long so we've split into two.

In this video Paul Maric tests every single 4WD feature in the new 300 Series LandCruiser. That's the centre diff lock, front and rear diff locks, turn assist, crawl control, downhill assist control and low range, plus the drive modes.

Skip Ahead:
Intro: 00:00
High range 4H: 00:53
Centre diff lock 4H: 04:35
Turn assist 4L: 09:18
Front/rear diff lock 4L: 11:44
Verdict: 14:15

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[CarExpertAus]

Just an update on the knocking sound. Toyota has said there is a problem and they are now investigating. We recently tested a Sahara ZX (review coming soon) and it also had the knocking sound. Statement from Toyota below:


“Toyota Australia has identified that on some LC300 vehicles, a light knocking noise may emanate from the front steering area whilst driving at low speed over small corrugations.

“This is not detrimental to the operation of the steering or the vehicle. We have requested our Dealers report any instances of this occurring, to further support our investigation into this phenomenon, ” it said.

[theseb]

I am not into camping, over landing or even 4x4 trails, but I really want this Landcruiser

[nqobilemahlaba]

I'm a Toyota fan through out. The stuff they've been coming out with over the past 5 - 6 years has made the world excited. As much as Toyota has been doing an excellent job... Paul you've been doing just as good of a job as a car reviewer. I'm officially hand you your flowers. Thank you

[patilmatrix]

You explain all the tech very nicely and in real detail. Hats off to you 👍

[faisalthings]

Carwow used to be my favourite YouTube channel about cars, but now Carwow is at 2nd number and CarExpert is at 1st in my list. It's another thing that i don't have a car, but wish to have a good car in near future while upgrading from motor bike 😄😄😄

[TheAthavanleon]

Its a crime that Toyota only let GR LC to get the front and rear lockers. In my opinion it should be sanded across all LC ( for the price) At lest it should have been an option for consumers to add to their LC's.

[miraphycs]

As far as I know, that suspension knock or "popping" sound coming from the front (especially when you are turning the wheel, or articulating) is pretty common on off-road Toyota trucks and SUVs. There is an extension off the lower ball joint housing. It is a steering stop that is meant to interface and make contact with the reinforcement on the lower front wishbone. So when you are turning, it can make a contact at some instances. I think the idea is that it is better to have the two pieces making contact rather than the hydraulic rack and pinion binding up within itself.

[nicholasmanukau]

In the early 2000s had the most pleasure of having a vx land cruiser company car, the best 4wd i have ever driven, on and off road, and i come from a military and law enforcement background having used many off road vehicles. But that v8 turbo charged diesel was to die for, limo on the road, pulled our 3 tonne parol vessel and capable in the rough

[AD]

Honestly speaking, front and rear lockers should be standard on all Toyota 4wds including the Hilux/Fortuner and Prado. Sad that its only in the LC70 and LC300 GR Sport.

[Subzero-jiys]

Im from UAE, we get front and rear diff locks on VX and VX.S trims, all gas models tho

[richieduck]

Have you seen the 24/7 boys test the standard version pretty capable even without the diff locks

[shogunshogun]

Hi Paul was waiting for this off-road review....and is great thanks paul

[tobyjacob]

Awesome beast, I love it. Great review by Paul as always. Merry Christmas 🎄 🤙🏼.

[BillRize]

Easily the ultimate stock vehicle for off road use combined with exceptional on road capability. I'd like to see recovery points and easy winch fitting.

[hadez]

Interesting they don't offer offroad features on lower trims, I don't think a lot of the 4WD guys will want to fork out 150k+ for a GR sport. You'd think they'd focus a bit on the GX/GXL trims for those guys.

[vaughanscott]

Paul as usual, great review mate keep up the great work 👍

[Mark-bjrr]

Best information. Thank you for explaining in layman terms. All the best buddy🍻🍻🍻

[sassall]

Your reviews are great, but I’d love you to have another channel for older cars but review them in the same way. Would just love to be able to compare cars. Like this to a 100 series on the same tracks etc.

[jean-louishamid]

After thoroughly watching all Lc300 reviews, comparos, and technical spec-by-spec analysis, I 've decided to buy a Sorento.

[Stevenk]

Shame they don’t offer the GR sport’s off road package on a lower spec model, seems like it’s a Sahara with added extras.