Toyota Land Cruiser Prado J150 2009 - Present
The fourth generation Land Cruiser was released in October 2009.
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| Also called | Lexus GX 460 |
| Production | 2009–present |
| Model years | 2010–present |
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| Layout | Front engine / four-wheel drive |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,790 mm (109.8 in) |
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| Width | 1,885 mm (74.2 in) |
| Height | 1,845–1,890 mm (72.6–74.4 in) |
| Curb weight | 2,230–2,455 kg (4,916–5,412 lb) |
Depending on the market, the fourth generation is available with an under-floor mounted or rear door mounted spare wheel. For example, UK vehicles have the spare wheel mounted under the floor, while in Australia and Argentina the spare wheel is mounted on the rear door, leaving space for an auxiliary fuel tank, which is desirable in countries where long journeys in isolated areas may be required. The fuel capacity of the dual tank series four is 150 L compared to 179 L of the series three.
The removable third-row three-seaters of the J120 were replaced by fold-into-floor seats which seat only two people – which is also responsible for a loss of cargo capacity, the reduction in dual fuel capacity and usable height in the cargo compartment.
On the higher end Kakadu and three-door ZR models, there are six camera positions enabling viewing to the front and down, to the side both front and rear, and to the rear. The engine remained the same, although the automatic gear change points were altered for maximum fuel economy rather than maximum performance, even in Sports mode.
In June 2015, Toyota improved the petrol engine with dual VVT-i, increasing the power output by 5 kW to 207 kW (281 PS; 278 hp) and the torque to 381 N⋅m (281 lb⋅ft). The diesel engine was replaced with the smaller 1GD-FTV. Both engines were upgraded to the 6-speed Aisin AC60F automatic transmission.
The second facelift was launched in Japan, Europe and Australasia on 12 September 2017.
Australia
The fourth generation Prado was released in Australia on 16 November 2009. Five-door models include the GX, GXL, VX, and the high-end Kakadu. The Altitude model, introduced in 2012, is priced between the GXL and VX, and has satellite navigation, two-way moon roof, leather accented trim, and 7" Fujitsu-Ten touch-screen/multimedia center. Three-door shorter wheelbase models include the SX and ZR.
In late 2013, Toyota dropped the three-door Prado variants due to poor sales. 2013 also saw a refresh, with more standard equipment, new front panels, and new headlights. Higher specification models received LED headlights and suspension improvements.[citation needed]
Unlike in Japan, Toyota Australia retained the 4.0L V6 power unit (Model: GRJ150R). All GXL models received a seven-inch sat-nav as standard.
Europe
In Europe, the J150 Prado is designated Land Cruiser LC3, LC4, and LC5, depending on the equipment levels. In some markets, commercial van variants, based on the short-wheelbase chassis are available.
Japan
In Japan, the 1GR-FE engine and TZ trim was available from 2009 until June 2015.
From June 2015 onward the following engines and trim levels available are:
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| 2.7 L 2TR-FE 120 kW (163 PS; 161 hp), 246 N⋅m (181 lb⋅ft) | TX L Package |
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| 2.8 L 1GD-FTV 130 kW (177 PS; 174 hp), 450 N⋅m (332 lbf⋅ft) | TZ-G |
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The monthly sales target for Japan is 1,000 units.
China
The 4.0-liter 1GR-FE V6 was standard paired to a five-speed automatic gearbox. On 24 September 2015, the fourth generation mid-life facelift received a new 3.5-liter V6, the 7GR-FKS to replace the previous 4.0-liter V6. While the engine capacity is lower when compared to the 4.0-liter, the power output remains the same at 206 kW (280 PS; 276 hp) and 365 N⋅m (269 lb⋅ft) of torque. It uses less fuel and it is known to be the only country in the world to offer the Prado with 3.5-liter V6 (model GRJ152L) to the consumer alongside with the 2.7-liter inline-four petrol (model TRJ152L). Meanwhile, the 2.7-liter engine version (model TRJ152L), introduced in October 2013, got a revised 2TR-FE engine with dual VVT-i, and the four-speed automatic was replaced with the previous six-speed AC60F; the 3.5-liter V6 version also got the new transmission.