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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado (J90) 5-door 3.0 TD (125 Hp) 4WD ECT
Overall Rating
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)
(J90) 5-door Overview:
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado ((J90) 5-door). With 295 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1885 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 14 s). The top speed reaches 160 km/h. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.0 TD (125 Hp) 4WD ECT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Combines the strong torque of the diesel engine with the convenience of an automatic transmission, making it suitable for relaxed off-road driving and towing. Acceleration remains modest.
Fuel Economy
Offers a good balance of diesel economy with automatic convenience, though specific figures would vary slightly from the manual.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Legendary Toyota reliability and durability
- • Excellent off-road capability with robust 4WD system
- • Spacious interior and comfortable ride for its class
- • Strong resale value
- • Variety of capable engine options
Cons:
- • High fuel consumption, especially for petrol engines
- • Modest on-road performance, particularly with 4-cylinder options
- • Dated interior design and features compared to modern SUVs
- • Large turning circle can be challenging in urban environments
- • Lack of modern safety features (e.g., airbags, stability control were optional/limited)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(J70: 1995 - 1996).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Toyota |
| Model: | Land Cruiser Prado |
| Generation: | (J90) 5-door |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.0 TD (125 Hp) 4WD ECT |
| Start of production: | 1996 |
| End of production: | 1999 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 125 Hp @ 3600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 41.9 Hp/l [90mm more] |
| Torque: | 295 Nm @ 2000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 1KZ-TE More details about the engine 1KZ-TE |
| Engine displacement: | 2982 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 7 l |
| Coolant: | 10 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Cylinder Bore: | 96 mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 103 mm |
| Compression ratio: | 21.2:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 13.2 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 9.6 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 14 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 14 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 160 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 15.1 kg/Hp, 66.3 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 156.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 13.3 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1885 |
| Max. weight: | 2680 |
| Max load: | 795 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1150 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 742 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 90 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 29° |
| Length: | 4675 mm [90mm more] |
| Width: | 1820 mm [130mm more] |
| Height: | 1880 mm [25mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2675 mm [55mm less] |
| Front track: | 1470 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1480 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 230 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 37° |
| Departure angle: | 25° |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/80 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Rigid axle suspension, Coil spring |
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