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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado J120 3.4 V6 (185 Hp) 4WD ECT-E
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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado:
The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is a full-size four-wheel drive vehicle in the Land Cruiser range produced by the Japanese automaker Toyota as a "light-duty" variation in the range. "Prado" means meadow or field in Spanish and Portuguese.
The Prado may also be referred to as Land Cruiser LC70, LC90, LC120, LC150 and LC250 depending on the platform. In some markets, it is known simply as the Toyota Prado or the Toyota Land Cruiser....(Read more on Wikipedia)
J120 Overview:
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (J120). With 294 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1970 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.4 V6 (185 Hp) 4WD ECT-E Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers decent power for its time, providing adequate performance for most driving scenarios, though it won't feel as lively as the 4.0 V6.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy will be poor, typical for an older generation V6 petrol engine in a heavy SUV, likely worse than the 2.7L.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional reliability and durability
- • Outstanding off-road capability
- • Comfortable and spacious interior for families
- • Strong resale value
- • Good towing capacity (especially diesel models)
- • Robust build quality
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption for petrol engines
- • Large size can be challenging in urban environments
- • Some engines lack outright performance compared to rivals
- • Interior design can feel dated on older models
- • Higher running costs than smaller SUVs
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation((J90, facelift 2000) 5-door: 2000 - 2002).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Land Cruiser Prado |
| Generation: | J120 |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.4 V6 (185 Hp) 4WD ECT-E |
| Start of production: | 2002 |
| End of production: | 2004 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 185 Hp @ 4800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 54.8 Hp/l [25mm more] |
| Torque: | 294 Nm @ 3600 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 5VZ-FE More details about the engine 5VZ-FE |
| Engine displacement: | 3378 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 5.2 l |
| Coolant: | 8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 93.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 82 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.6:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 10.5 kg/Hp, 94.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.6 kg/Nm, 150.8 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1950-1990 |
| Max. weight: | 2430 |
| Max load: | 440-480 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1850 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 620 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 87 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4715 mm mm [25mm more] |
| Width: | 1875 mm mm [55mm more] |
| Height: | 1855-1870 mm mm [25mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2790 mm mm [115mm more] |
| Front track: | 1575 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1575 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 220 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives permanently the four wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | ECT-E |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 265/65 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 17 |
| Front suspension | Double wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Coil spring |
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