Is the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser a BETTER new midsize SUV than a Toyota 4Runner?

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Ай бұрын

FIRST DRIVE: The Land Cruiser is back in the USA and Toyota has made some big changes. On the outside you will discover all new sheet metal, LED lighting and 2-tone paint. On the inside you will be greeted by a soft-tex interior, 14in infotainment screen, and 12.3in digital gauge cluster. Under the hood is a 2.4L turbocharged inline-4 hybrid that produces 326HP & is mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. Is the 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser a BETTER midsize SUV than a Toyota 4Runner?
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@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

GOOD MORNING! Come take an ON ROAD & OFF ROAD drive with me in the all new Land Cruise! Let me know what you think of it in the comments! I hope you have a great day! 😊

@chrisgelo1425 Ай бұрын

Can't wait to see the 1958 edition Joe 👌

@Quinn4124 Ай бұрын

Great review! Quick question, are the rear seats heated? Also, not sure if the GX550 warrants the additional $$ and wait time. Up here in Canada the GX550 Overtrail+ is $106k Cdn with a very long wait time. I had my name added to the list in mid-February and I'm being given an October 2028 production. By comparison the LC is going to be around $15-20k less and wait times are more in the 2-3 year range.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

@@chrisgelo1425yes sir!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

@@Quinn4124yes they are! Great point!

@noob.168 Ай бұрын

Do u have the Camry vid tmw? Know 2 other car reviewers dropping it tmw.

@chrisgelo1425 Ай бұрын

The color with the white roof contrast is cool 😎

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

That is how I would spec mine

@AmitBansal-ui5gs Ай бұрын

That is my favorite too. Will be here next month at my dealer.

@Peteliao Ай бұрын

What a way to start the morning. Coffee, bagel, sun not even up yet, sitting on my patio watching Raitis Rides

@loriraiti4924 Ай бұрын

👏👏👏

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Talk about breakfast of champions! I really appreciate you tuning in!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

@@loriraiti4924we have the best supporters

@ellem7175 Ай бұрын

Great way to spend the morning! 😊

@omarcortes5754 Ай бұрын

Love the boxy shape, it looks really good.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

It fits it perfectly

@ktm250xcw Ай бұрын

I love it! Even more than the new 4Runner, SEQUIA and Lexus GX. I’d go 1958 for price. That sunroof is all it needed.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

That is a very good way to look at it

@thomaspayton516 7 күн бұрын

Been waiting for this for a while. Excellent review. Thank you.

@marcelpatel9017 Ай бұрын

Still driving my 2005 Camry. Solid as a tank. Almost 20 years and counting... Toronto Canada

@jjg4608 28 күн бұрын

Lol, cold Twinkies, didn't see that one coming!! Always the best Joe!!

@shaik802003 Ай бұрын

Thank you Joe for bringing us one more detailed review. We love your videos ❤❤. When it is available for customer ?

@DrifterB Ай бұрын

Nice review Joe! Be awesome if you do some reviews of cars or days past . 80s 90s . Bring me back to those high school years

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I am actually working on things with that!

@ArkitektoHardinero Ай бұрын

To the door panel! 😉 Love the new Land Cruiser Joe!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m so glad test I can share it with you!

@shamako4ever718 Ай бұрын

Alright Joe Let’s see what this Land Cruiser has to offer on the table

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I think you will be impressed!

@WhipstrTV Ай бұрын

Love this! Joe's in RAAARE form on this one...lolol #respect

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I appreciate you having my back!

@davidp2888 Ай бұрын

The boxy shape is working for me.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You have great taste David!

@Irishmanbikes Ай бұрын

You don't need a panoramic sunroof, but I do like the standard moonroof and how quiet it rides going by.

@Pone0007 Ай бұрын

I’ve always loved boxy looking vehicles 🔥

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Same here man!

@henrybrar Ай бұрын

The return of FJ Cruiser.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I see what you did there

@rjejames28 Ай бұрын

It does seem like a 4 door fj in a good way

@The_Hi_Life Ай бұрын

Yeah a $66,000 FJ cruiser… 😣

@rjejames28 Ай бұрын

@The_Hi_Life they have 55k version, kinda inline with other offroad vehicles, bronco, wrangler ect.

@cclub1 6 күн бұрын

The FJ Cruiser was built from the footprint of the legendary Land Cruiser FJ series.

@johnbowman1580 Ай бұрын

Thanks you so much for video put some bfgoodrich k02 and bush bar going to Wal-word

@dejonbuick6070 Ай бұрын

Beautiful looking SUV, LETS see if it is as reliable as the former models.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m sure Toyota will make sure about that!

@jeffdurheim9153 Ай бұрын

Great review Joe,. Man ,Toyota is killing it.. really like the looks of this legend.

@michaellui74 Ай бұрын

Good morning Joe great video👍👍. Love the 4 runner look 👍

@jah13ang Ай бұрын

Great review! LC looks awesome. Is this the optional Premium package? Between this and GX Overtrail

@antoniom4016 Ай бұрын

Toyota is building beautiful vehicles. My current 2014 Camry Hybrid is still going strong @ 106K miles only, but in one to two years, I'll consider the new Tacoma or 4Runner for my next auto. Camry will be my backup vehicle. Keep up the great products, Toyota 👌🏾👍🏾

@aronsajan Ай бұрын

Will we get the GX 550 with the same engine configuration?

@Marklevit1998 Ай бұрын

Hey Joe this toyota land cruiser this is awesome suv

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Thanks mark for letting me share it with you!

@abrahamnutrition Ай бұрын

Great review Joe!

@newsmedia-one9756 Ай бұрын

Joe, you are the goat of KZfaq you are so hilarious and amazing bro! You scared the s**** I mean the crap out of me😂😂❤ love you, man! Keep being you❤

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Thanks for being so supportive and letting me share my car passion with you!

@user-hi8be7ol1m Ай бұрын

Best reviews as always! Personally deciding between the Tacoma/4Runner and cant decide if the hybrid powertrain will be worth it or not

@dominickirkwood Ай бұрын

Joe and Lori and Steve keep up the good work real true and I love the video 👍

@ATXDiecast Ай бұрын

It sounds better than I thought from outside. Thanks for taking us for a drive. I’m favoring the 1958 with cloth seats.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You are so very welcome. I really like the 1958 edition as well.

@rommelrivera1186 6 күн бұрын

I like it much better than the 6th Gen 4Runner. Still digging my 2019 4Runner TRD Pro, but if I ever get the urge to replace it, this is it!

@Michael-ty2ww Ай бұрын

what's the recommended type pressure on that off-road condition?

@ronnieblea4422 Ай бұрын

It’s refreshing that Toyota is giving us real suvs. I was getting so sick of all these other brands crossovers.

@suzanneflowers2230 Ай бұрын

Love the quality workmanship that goes into making such a quiet cabin. That's Toyota.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

This is so very true!

@SriramSivakumar-iz3nu Ай бұрын

Amazing❤, nostalgic design.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m so glad that you like this new Land Cruiser

@andregonsalvez9244 Ай бұрын

Greetings from Canada 🇨🇦 and great review ! I think Toyota is on a roll with hits like the Land Cruiser and upcoming 4Runner in 2025 . I just purchased a 2024 4Runner Limited and the Land cruiser looks tempting . 😊

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Thank you for your great supprt from up north! Congrats on your new 4runner.

@baronvg Ай бұрын

17:42 This video went from PG to PG-13 real fast! 😂

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You are freaking hilarious

@coy9898 Ай бұрын

I like where Toyota’s been going with their design changes, Honda should be worried as they’re looking outdated. Another great video!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one and letting me share it with you!

@mickeybrumfield764 Ай бұрын

Joe, I like the way they raised both sides of the hood. When I think about there being no washer on the front camera, I think that it is a mistake because you're going to have a front camera that is going to be dirty all the time.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You are spot on Mickey!

@mickeybrumfield764 Ай бұрын

@RaitisRides Well, thank you, Joe. It's not difficult to see that with this car, Toyota has a constitution sensitive to the off-road community.

@KTM22Ride Ай бұрын

Damn that windshield cowl is massive!

@jayallen7368 Ай бұрын

Nope to many what ifs with a hybrid system off road. What happen if the engine gets wet from a water crossing and what about the battery and its wiring underneath. My 4runner has been headlight deep before no problems after .

@beachboy0505 Ай бұрын

Excellent video 📹 Landcruiser, excellent engineering. Massive British Land-rover influence.

@unrealed2211 Ай бұрын

I like the one with the round headlights that's the one that like the most

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

That is the 1958 Edition.

@volknasty5880 Ай бұрын

The white top, the gloss black, the trail dust color.... It reminds of of a Smore!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Man, I can't believe I did not think of that!

@LGnonStop Ай бұрын

I’m waiting for this to come out!

@cipitm1 Ай бұрын

Does the LC require premium gasoline? I like it ..but i I am not ok with the this engine( for now).

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

That is a great question.

@men.276 Ай бұрын

That thing is beautiful!

@noelsilva8887 Ай бұрын

I think it would been nice if they putted a shelf in front of the passenger seat. ESPECIALLY with all that space. That why I like the Grand Highlander vs this. But nice

@jxn0010 Ай бұрын

Audio sound any good ?

@ianjay1111 Ай бұрын

Is there a third row on this? or an option for it? looked like there was some cup holders for a third row on this model.

@TacticalStrudel Ай бұрын

@jubess Ай бұрын

wish it had aux switches. i saw a video where it did have a panoramic roof?

@artstech Ай бұрын

Can we choose not to include the running boards when ordering?

@Pfizer980 Ай бұрын

16:39 look at Joe Raity in action😂

@19JohnConnor84 Ай бұрын

I love that square styles are coming back. 1980s looks and styles are the future.

@coachmaupin201 Ай бұрын

Great SUV, nice color, the grill is hideous. Great review as always 👍

@Mrglock54 Ай бұрын

Nice looking truck!

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m so glad that you are digging this one

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I’m so glad that are like this new Land Cruiser

@princevashishth9831 Ай бұрын

If I’m not wrong isn’t the same engine in 4Runner trailHunter?

@abdulwahabalfarsi8726 Ай бұрын

7:30 once you remove the cover you can fix a hook

@sandilemajiya7831 Ай бұрын

I love cars if I had money will have a collection of cars, guess what though I don't even own one but for the love for cars I watch every review just to know them better.

@user-sp3jc9ho6o Ай бұрын

What the difference between this and the 4Runner?

@j.howardj 24 күн бұрын

25:38 Noticed the JF Cruiser passing by just then.

@RaitisRides 24 күн бұрын

Good eyes!

@MrBroadcast45 Ай бұрын

Looks great! Only if we can find one at dealerships

@JiTengful Ай бұрын

Not for $90,000 markup in California, that a F NO FOR NOW

@tjm4702 Ай бұрын

Ahh… that to the door panels always makes me laugh.

@m_m_m_beer8917 Ай бұрын

Base version has the only headlights that are worthy of the name. They really F'ed up the look of the higher models with those rectangular lights.

@tommyinoz2100 4 күн бұрын

the new Prado looks great

@suzanneflowers2230 Ай бұрын

That's great torque for such a heavy vehicle.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

That is the benefit of the hybrid setup.

@journeywithstu7199 Ай бұрын

Pretty sure that the front camera shuts off above a certain speed because the system can't process and render the video at speed in real time. But they will sell it as a safety feature. Most of my 4-wheeling is at single-digit speeds so no big deal.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I think it is a safety thing from Toyota. Other brands like GM have no issues.

@jjg4608 28 күн бұрын

Ooohhh....looks nice... Just started watching! Can't wait to see how many Twinkies I can put in there...😂

@InvestBetter. Ай бұрын

I think the 4Runner, with it's more aerodynamic design, can get an extra MPG with the Hybrid Max, taking it to 24 MPG combined

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

We will see how it turns out

@TheMarkbergeron Ай бұрын

I’ll hold onto my 2020 LC.

@toddpharmer2460 Ай бұрын

Likewise I'll stick with my 14

@karenjones3051 Ай бұрын

I’ve got one on order here in the UK, September delivery, first edition in Trail dust

@AmitBansal-ui5gs Ай бұрын

My too but arriving in May here in Colorado. Congratulations.

@michaelfromRhodeIsland Ай бұрын

Kind of ironic that at 25:38 as he pulls onto the pavement, a FJ passes by.

@deanh7190 Ай бұрын

The rear bumper hump looks like it houses a parachute for when your off road adventures take you a bit too farrrrrrrr....

@SouthernGentleman55 Ай бұрын

Always a good review. Just wish they would've at least put the turbo 6 in it. Hate that Toyota has dumped all of their V8s,,

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I guess they wanted to give people an extra reason to buy the new Lexus GX.

@SouthernGentleman55 Ай бұрын

@@RaitisRides truth, keep them from being near exact copies

@suzanneflowers2230 Ай бұрын

I love the big tail lights. But I'm giving a zonk to the headlights. To me, they are too tiny for such a bold vehicle. JMO.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

The good news is the 1958 edition has larger headlights

@butipasila Ай бұрын

When you were driving the Toyota Land cruiser, were you able to verify if the front camera can be enabled or turned on while you are going up? Say freeway speeds, or 35 mph? I asked because a lot of automotive bloggers show the camera images while the car is parked at 0 miles an hour. No one ever demonstrates the front camera working while the car is being driven.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

No it switches off.

@atweber Ай бұрын

Is this really midsize? What is a jeep compass then? Tiny size lol?

@zhihuima5789 Ай бұрын

Honestly, love it, looks great and everything. just that, why is it so expensive? Thought they meant to build for last long. Hopefully the 4 runner higher trim can give some suprised on the price

@jreikko Ай бұрын

25:38 Blue FJ Cruiser spotted lol

@vladthepistol3974 Ай бұрын

Looks cool and rugged

@jjg4608 28 күн бұрын

Needs the panoramic for sure... Wish pilot would of made their new design more boxy like this... Would be a no brainier. Plus Pilots need to be more aggressive.. let me have the trailsport blue on all the trims and maybe even add a cherry red and a nice yellow color... We want cool offroading looking vehicles.

@Mehman_666 Ай бұрын

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@mph3500 Ай бұрын

I like it. They did good.

@raphaeldelaghetto5343 Ай бұрын

25:38 huh, well isn't that a interesting coincidence.

@yeulakho6574 Ай бұрын

This should be the new FJ Cruiser🚙

@alexandertsanga Ай бұрын

Right now the Market is Flooded with Good Midsize SUV. Lexus, Toyota, Bronco,Hyundai ,Cadillac, Chevy Kia ....etc It's very Difficult to choose One but think i would pick this Land Rover or the Lexus because of the Reliability History and the Retro/New Looks is 🔥 🔥

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

It will be interesting to see how it sells.

@princessj5080 Ай бұрын

I wish it had a full moonroof, that’s the only thing missing

@Bastion71 Ай бұрын

Great new iteration of the venerable Land Cruiser. I don't think it needs a panoramic sunroof... this is a Land Cruiser! That makes me think "go anywhere". There are plenty of other luxury SUVs if you just want to ride the highways in comfort.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You can go anywhere & everywhere and still have a panoramic sunroof.

@andyleo8418 Ай бұрын

You have to upgrade to the Lexus GX to get the pano roof.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

@@andyleo8418 This is true!

@jamesamber6009 Ай бұрын

Some people don't care about EV, or FSD, they just enjoy driving.......

@alexbelt620 Ай бұрын

I am not impressed. It surprises me that all those immediately complaining about other brands using big screen displays don't even mention anything here, etc

@danb3980 6 күн бұрын

What do you think: this or the Defender? I’m torn I like both

@NanoXG Ай бұрын

I think I’ll go with the 4Runner

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

Nothing wrong with that!

@suzanneflowers2230 Ай бұрын

You should be able to more conveniently control that nice front camera.

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

You are so very right about that!

@stevenkreiss2113 Ай бұрын

For 66K the prop rod and the exposed rear wiper are both major zonks for me...

@kennethngilazi3488 Ай бұрын

Definitely needs a full sized panoramic sunroof ..otherwise a fantastic, practical car

@RaitisRides Ай бұрын

I totally agree with you!

@coolfactory3131 Ай бұрын

7:30 its for extra twinkie storage

@caspian1358 Ай бұрын

Lexus GX is still my no 1 pick :)

@Irishmanbikes Ай бұрын

The new Landscruiser has a lot of very cool features and gadgets. Which is best: 2024 Landscruiser, 2025 4Runner, or 2024 Lexus GX 550 Overtrain? I think I would go with the Lexus.