Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series review (detailed test

Toyota LandCruiser 300 Series review (detailed test - 2024 LC300 GR Sport)

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There are six different versions of the LC300 available in Australia, and it starts at about $100,000 before on-road costs. But the one I tested here is the GR Sport at almost $150K, and it sits near the top of the range.
All models have V6 twin-turbo diesel engines, full-time four-wheel drive, and there are a few with five seats and a couple of the grades are 7 seater models.
This test was all about what the LandCruiser 300 is like to live with on a daily basis, and in fact, I did almost 1000 kilometres of driving with my family to see what it was like. But I didn't go off road, and there was no towing as part of this test despite the fact it has a 3.5 tonne towing capacity... this test vehicle had no tow bar.
So, is the new LandCruiser 300 worth the money? And which would you pick?
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00:00 LandCruiser 300
00:20 Is it the right price?
03:59 What are the best alternatives?
05:44 Is it the right size?
06:18 Interior
12:23 Under the bonnet
13:02 Driving
17:47 Efficiency
18:49 Is it safe?
19:45 Ownership
20:41 Verdict
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@danwhite9436 12 күн бұрын

It definitely makes the V8 patrol look like the better option

@Jillianda 11 күн бұрын

No car you buy is perfect, yet people buy vehicles that suit their needs and does what they want. The reason so many people buy the Landcruiser is that it may not do everything better than the rest, but the fact it does everything well is the reason for their sales. It has very good off road ability, it is reliable, it’s very fuel efficient, it tows 3500 kg, it drives well, it’s quick, it looks great and it’s versatile and has good resale value. There’s a lot of cars that do things better than the Landcruiser, but none that does it all. The defender may have better off road ability, but it doesn’t have reliability, the X-5 has better road manners, but it can’t go off road, the patrol is a good alternative but drinks fuel like a fish particularly around town, and in my opinion doesn’t look as good, the biggest gripe people seem to have is the price. The Bentayga is more than double the price, but people still buy them. Buy what you want and don’t worry about what others think as they don’t live your life and need what you do…..

@boxoffisa 6 күн бұрын

Great points.

@chrisdrinan4338 4 күн бұрын

Well said 👍

@OshoLee 3 күн бұрын

a Discovery is perfect

@Jillianda 3 күн бұрын

I have had a discovery, not a fan, reliability isn’t its strong point.

@OshoLee 3 күн бұрын

@@Jillianda I had a 2022, never had issues in 2 years and I went off roading almost every weekend. Its the most versatile suv in the world. it has excellent road manners, its a beast off road, comfortable, safe, etc.

@spiro5327 13 күн бұрын

What an absolute rip off. 100k for this base spec. No thanks they can keep it for themselves. 😢😮

@Sean-sz7zo 13 күн бұрын

Telle what you think thus vehicle package should be priced at?

@boxoffisa 6 күн бұрын

People who buy these even wait longer. They are not here crying about it. And what’s crazy is that Toyota always comes on top in sales. I can’t afford any but I am sure those many buyers appreciate them.

@Pedroaghyu 13 күн бұрын

Those prices are just ridiculous

@Sean-sz7zo 13 күн бұрын

How much do you believe that you should fairly pay for this machine which combines that engine, perm 4WD, lux interior, size, features andi off road mechanical features ?

@Richard-sl8we 13 күн бұрын

But they still have a 2 year waiting list? Even at these high prices people are buying the LC300, nobody is forcing them to spend the money.

@jpjbassking 9 күн бұрын

@@Richard-sl8we the waiting list is no where near that long now. I just ordered a GR and I've been told between 3-6 months max.

@concernedcitizen5506 8 күн бұрын

I have a 2020 Porsche Cayenne which is a very nice car all around. It’s not without its problems. I also have a 2024 GR which so far I’m in love with. Great on fuel, very comfortable to drive. If I drive either car too much they just become just another car because of familiarity. Both drive completely different (obviously) but they are what they are and both have things I don’t like and love. My message is buy a car and enjoy it and don’t nit pick it every time you drive it otherwise you will end up hating it. These so called expert car testers may have ulterior motives about the cars they offer opinions on. If you over analyse your potential purchase you will never like it if it falls short in any perceived aspect.

@boxoffisa 6 күн бұрын

How does your GR drive? Is it any good? Because everyone trash it yet many people buy it over others.

@concernedcitizen5506 6 күн бұрын

@@boxoffisa probably the people that cant afford one trash it. Its a big serious 4x4. Its an armchair ride, smooth, refined, a real kilometre muncher. What are they comparing it to? My other car is at the top of its game and i can find things i dont like about it and its not a car that is going to be taken to Birdsville. Sorry about the rant, its a lovely car to own.

@robertporter9173 13 күн бұрын

@13:06 There is a reason the term "Toorak Tractor" exists. 🤣

@youkai2011 13 күн бұрын

I love Toyota but damn the bezels on the infotainment of $120K+ is a bit ridiculous... the resolution didn't seem too good either.

@graemesmith4735 13 күн бұрын

I love my VX, however, when towing a medium to large caravan you need to turn the lane assist off as it is quite dangerous. Many vehicles can tow 3500kg, however, many of the smaller engine vehicles stumble at steeper inclines, the extra power of the LC300 negates most steep hills quite easily.

@radissimo1 13 күн бұрын

CD player is a prime example how old fashioned Toyota is

@SamKuul 13 күн бұрын

Is that a good or bad thing?

@Richard-sl8we 12 күн бұрын

@@SamKuul In my opinion, a good thing. The buyers of the LC300 are old school and don't want the latest technology.

@mauzouq 12 күн бұрын

When yiu live in out coverage area you will appreciate it (lc300 made for that)

@jeppo1185 12 күн бұрын

🤣

@boxoffisa 6 күн бұрын

@@mauzouqI love and drive Toyota but what’s the USB sticks for?

@buncha5651 13 күн бұрын

I've had many cars in 50 years including a Toyota Prado and an FJ Cruiser both had nomerous recalls.

@andrewkrieg3135 13 күн бұрын

Great review, mate. It will be interesting to see how the launch of the new prado will impact 300 series sales.

@buster_1972 12 күн бұрын

I think that snorkel is just an air intake. Hearing it's not fully sealed for water crossing.

@buncha5651 13 күн бұрын

I have the previous model VW Touareg. If you don't want a bush basher, I highly recommend one.

@simonbates5939 13 күн бұрын

The Touareg diesel would be a much nicer vehicle to drive

@buncha5651 13 күн бұрын

@@simonbates5939 Yes I test drove a Toyota Prado before the purchase and it was underpowered and handled like a boat.

@AlanSari2714 13 күн бұрын

Are you happy with your vw reliability ?

@buncha5651 13 күн бұрын

@@AlanSari2714 Yes going on 7 years old not a single issue.

@darrensmith4661 11 күн бұрын

@@buncha5651 Agreed. Without mods the Prado has always been under-powered with crap factory suspension. Basically as usual is a platform to modify to suit your needs.

@d.mitchell8596 12 күн бұрын

Hi Matt, like the presentation and opinions on what version makes more sense and why. I, like others, really, really struggling with the costs and what you get in return. A few friends own mid 2000 to mid 2010 LCs and all are bullet proof, but all purchased used...so they get the experience of owning an icon, but w/o that massive hole feeling. Good to see the subs growing, and keep up these videos... always informative!

@therightcar 12 күн бұрын

Thanks mate, appreciate that!

@paulsimpson8990 13 күн бұрын

Seems cheap when a raptor is $120k and built in Thailand

@chrisz8532 10 күн бұрын

I’d choose the

@markward38 11 күн бұрын

I bought a VX and traded my Jeep GC 18’ for it as it was a bigger tow vehicle. I am disappointed with a a lot of the VX’s stuff when I compare to my old Jeep.

@therightcar 11 күн бұрын

I’m sorry to hear that mate. It’s a big spend to feel disappointed.

@wallyandellen5099 9 күн бұрын

Nice review, I wonder if they fixed the over heating turbo issues.

@christianabraham217 12 күн бұрын

The new smaller engine is more stressed than the old v8, it may be a toyota but it can't beat physics. I would by the 200 series for better longevity.

@MeMurphy10Feb 9 күн бұрын

So strange, waited 2 years for the VX and reneged after a test drive with the family. No space in the second row for 3 teenage boys - really what was the design brief. Just back from a 2K holiday with 5 people fully loaded with 5 Mountain bikes in my Land Rover D4, including about 2 hours of low range off road and the real bowser tested consumption was 9.7 litres for a 9 year old car. Very overpriced is the LC but hey can’t argue with the reputation. Not saying that the D4 is perfect but after 9 years (touch wood) zero issues.

@StephenFogarty2023 9 күн бұрын

D4 is such a great vehicle 👍

@Dorko85 Күн бұрын

Plenty of 300 breaking down mate - just go on the forums. Reliability is not its strength nowadays

@simonstone3336 13 күн бұрын

Great comments mate 👍 👌

@glennhenson4434 5 сағат бұрын

We replaced our landrover discovery with a GR sport, mainly to tow our caravan plus a bit of rougher road stuff. While it's a pretty good vehicle, the Discovery was a better drive both when towing and not towing. Handled better and the air suspension probably helped a lot too. Fuel economy was about 10% better.The disco and defender are much the same price. However the LC historically holds its value better and has a more reliable reputation for reliability. Given some of the issues I have read about with the LC 300 I am not sure about how much better it is for reliability. Time will tell. I provide this feedback to assist people, who may be looking at options.

@andrewliu8906 4 күн бұрын

I just come back from Japan, the lc300 gr sport is priced roughly $90k in Japan compared to my local dealer asking price of $155k

@barron204 13 күн бұрын

A quick Google search has results that show Toyota has stopped and paused production of the LC300, but may have started again? Also a few problems with the auto transmission and the Diesel engine oil consumption.

@naashuman5503 11 күн бұрын

Oil consumption? I own a LC300 3.3d GX-R (South Africa 🇿🇦) and both my brother and my friend has GR-SPORT LC300 3.3D's and none of us have any oil consumption nor dusting problems.

@barron204 11 күн бұрын

@@naashuman5503 Google it and regularly check the oil level. some have seen oil consumption as high as 1L/1000kms but more likely 1.7L between servicing.

@stephentaege6255 9 күн бұрын

Glad they continued the base model with vinyl floors I trust the LandCruiser to get me anywhere in this great land on my 20th Toyota 👍 plus I still have my Toyota Camry hearse 👍🌹🐨🦘🐎🐴🐴✌️

@remyche8768 6 күн бұрын

I noticed people buy these and complain. But never see them use the technology your paying for. Like Little things, the mirrors automatically turn down so you can see the rear wheels when you put in reverse, and all mirrors automatically dim when bright lights are behind you. The adaptive headlights, when you speed up the beam gets brighter and narrower, and has you slow down the lights spread, when you turn the lights turn so you can see father around the corner. And even when its on high beam it will sense a car and it will split the beam to avoid blinding the oncoming traffic. Being the GR when the wife is complaining about the bumps, could of used comfort mode. You can get the car to basically drive its self with adaptive crusie control, it will brake, accelerate, steer its self.

@trickster8635 6 күн бұрын

All good stuff that was standard in a Ford Ranger two years before Toyota copied it.

@Anilkandel 13 күн бұрын

please do the review for the Land Rover Defender version.

@YeahMate07 13 күн бұрын

Probably comparable to a Ford Everest in size these days

@therightcar 13 күн бұрын

Yep, it’s pretty close.

@user-cy9iv2nv2v 8 күн бұрын

Thanks For The Great Video... Thanks The Right Car? Channel.

@bstaplet 13 күн бұрын

How did you find the adaptive suspension on the GR? I'm tossing up between this or the Sahara with a suspension upgrade and plenty of change. Plenty seem to buy a GR then rip the suspension straight out which seems like a waste of money.

@mathewcampbell8479 13 күн бұрын

KDDS - you can't beat it. That's why you pay the extra (unless you really need 7 seats).

@bstaplet 13 күн бұрын

@@mathewcampbell8479 that’s the sway bar disconnect when off road I think. The adaptive suspension is different

@mathewcampbell8479 12 күн бұрын

@bstaplet yeah correct mate, but my point was that the extra few dollars for KDSS is worth it in any case. It'll handle better on road too.

@dev1ce888 4 күн бұрын

Lc300 or j250? 15k price diff

@user-qq8jn5bb4m 10 сағат бұрын

Love these v8's but too wide for where I live in Spain, street to my house is under 2m wide, so I settled for a Prado and saved myself a heap of dough 🙃🤑

@benvisagie8844 7 күн бұрын

I have learnt its better to buy a Toyota at the price rather than to experiment with other makes. If you cant afford it, you are forced to try something else , but you know where you’ll end up

@michaelhermans4753 13 күн бұрын

People are buying them around our neighbourhood, I see a lot more LC300’s than Y62’s, I personally think it’s more to do with resale

@boxoffisa 6 күн бұрын

Not more to do with resale value. Actually these days people don’t think about resale value alone lot. But peace of mind and confidence in a product you are using. Also the brand speaks for itself, that’s why some car brands are expensive but unreliable and people still buy.

@michaelhermans4753 6 күн бұрын

@@boxoffisa the biggest fear people have is “what do they think about me” This has a lot to do with the purchase The truth is everyone is just thinking about themselves

@chrisz8532 10 күн бұрын

No Apple Car Play but it has a CD player? , shows you the demographic the car is aimed at.

@andyalways8081 7 күн бұрын

Have a Toyota & love them, I Want to change now but I need a 6 + seater and nothing available in the 300 series except I have to step down in features...So now waiting for Patrol to come out as alternative but hate to leave Toyota..Why not keep 7 seater as option I have no idea except they say spare wheel & weight issues....which seems a crazy reasoning

@Renegade040 13 күн бұрын

It's still a great car but did have a laugh at your response at the end, wouldn't really go for this version, would go for the more affordable versions. Sorry, none of these LC's are affordable, Toyota is just relying on it's customers paying silly money for their cars, but they do, and they know it.

@vladimiryezhov3521 13 күн бұрын

I wonder, among the ladder frame cars, are they all rolling like a boat when turning corners?

@milkoowen6800 13 күн бұрын

Only the Toyotas

@mathewcampbell8479 13 күн бұрын

Not with eKDSS...GR Sport only unfortunately

@jeppo1185 12 күн бұрын

Thank goodness it has a CD player 🤭

@buncha5651 12 күн бұрын

I see a lot of crap on here how wonderful Toyota is. I'll be interested to see how the 300 series goes with that Hot V6 design 😊

@kdd070 13 күн бұрын

Why not Land Rover Defender in the mix for $150k big SUVs?

@therightcar 12 күн бұрын

It could have been, for sure. I've got one this week, and would happily have it over the LC.

@kdd070 12 күн бұрын

Can we expect a D350 review pls? Would love to see that 👍

@joelawrence56 11 күн бұрын

and reliability and resale after 200K?

@kdd070 11 күн бұрын

@@joelawrence56😂

@brucetreloar3200 11 сағат бұрын

I thought times were tough at the moment. Who wants to spend $150000.00 on a vehicle other than for ego and impressing the Jones.

@AussieDazza 10 күн бұрын

Have all your points on your licence ? For clarity, drivers have zero points, then they accumulate them when they get traffic infringements. So having points is a bad thing. I am not sure why so many gets this incorrect.

@Nae395 13 күн бұрын

Toyota and, Mitsubishi unfortunately have five years Max left as market leaders. If Holden can fail in Oz, so can Toyota.

@joelawrence56 11 күн бұрын

joking?...right?

@philwratt1375 8 күн бұрын

I have a 18month old VX ... 20,000 kms. Already had a Turbo Unit and the Cooling Fan Unit replaced due to failures. Towed 17ft centre console boat from Perth to Exmouth and had numerous electronic warning issues that resulted in the power unit going into Limp Mode for a few KMs. Toyota unable to find cause. Great car but for the price should be more reliable. Toyota Service at Authorised Service facilities have no idea what was the cause of the problems.

@therightcar 8 күн бұрын

That’s horrible to hear, mate.

@jimmyriddle5246 10 күн бұрын

Will the platinum haired mums get bogged at the mall ?

@jsnmrtn 13 күн бұрын

Hope the new prado is much better

@joeop5104 13 күн бұрын

Looks hideous

@pastorofmuppets8834 13 күн бұрын

Ineos Grenadier surely is a competitor?

@therightcar 12 күн бұрын

It could be. I haven't driven one so I didn't want to call it out.

@buster_1972 12 күн бұрын

@@therightcarif I had the coin, I would look at the Ineos.

@Mlippy 12 күн бұрын

Just buy a RR. Such a better car

@spudboy1328 10 күн бұрын

Have you ever owned one? I've owned 3 and they might be better while they are under warranty but you will cry when they break (and they will) whey you have to pay from your own pocket. I have no idea how Land Rover make any profit. My L322 had so much warranty work done, any profit they made selling it to me was evaporated by all the repairing it required.

@Mlippy 7 күн бұрын

@@spudboy1328 I currently own one

@Mlippy 7 күн бұрын

Bought it new in 2018, L494. So far zero real problems. Only real issue it has had was a problem with a door handle once. Also had a Freelander 2 before that for a bit which was more unreliable, but still very far from what people make them out to be

@spudboy1328 7 күн бұрын

@@Mlippy Well you've had a better run than me then! I got all 4 door handles replaced on the L322 under warranty because the paint was flaking off... If they'd just make a good reliable vehicle, they'd be laughing. Fantastic enginerring & style, let down by poor quality execution.

@xujin3556 13 күн бұрын

I got the exact same color gr

@therightcar 12 күн бұрын

Do you like it?

@xujin3556 12 күн бұрын

@@therightcar so far so good . Bought in 2022, 143280 dollars

@coldude2559 13 күн бұрын

Interesting strategy Toyota..put prices up while chinese cars are dropping prices...time will tell, I guess..

@user-zh4ux5tf8e 13 күн бұрын

For that money I’d rather by a Ram or chev

@twylamc1 6 күн бұрын

Make sure you do your research before you buy a RAM. My mate bought a second hand one and is looking at spending $20k due to a transmission issue for one thing. Still waiting as we speak as parts not readily available. Apparently, it’s the Australian heat (this happened after they have spent some time in WA from Adelaide) that caused it. There’s a reason why LCs thrive in Australia. The LC engineers actually do test the cars here due to Australian conditions being tougher.

@archiekabooom2928 13 күн бұрын

My pick is the GR. Driven one several times amazing ride,my one is coming in October ,it is expensive,yes at $160 in Victoria,but if you got the coin,happy days.Most people are whinging or make excuses why not to buy it because of the cost . To me it’s a no brainer,insane off road capability with luxury to go with it. You only live once and I say the more toys one has the happier one lives:)

@michaelhermans4753 13 күн бұрын

Have you got a toy Yoda😂

@CaleWalton 12 күн бұрын

Lots of people stuck on the price and find reasons to hate because of it. Pretty sad.

@PaulEuvrard-hc9xd 13 күн бұрын

Mmm not gonna spend that money and getting so little I fear Toyota is gonna go belly up once the Chinese push more off-roaders Even the current crop of GWM Tanks are really impressive offroad, not to mention the interior and price

@Emptyheads. 13 күн бұрын

I wish.

@Richard-sl8we 13 күн бұрын

Absolute BS, still biggest car company globally; will remain so for many years. Have you seen the growth of their hybrids in Australia in 2024? Do your research before you made stupid comments; ignorance is bliss.

@PaulEuvrard-hc9xd 13 күн бұрын

@@Richard-sl8we listen over eager beaver, it was an opinion and observation not a statement of fact, I feel the Toyotas are over priced the Chinese brands are delivering great products the last 2 years, you will see the trend for Chinese cars picking up, and so will the demand and Toyota will be using BYD hybrids for some products in near future, so I dont think I am too far off. Will see in a 5 year cycle how far I was off

@Richard-sl8we 13 күн бұрын

@@PaulEuvrard-hc9xd BYD, yes; good company and privately owned by wealthy Chinese entrepreneur and listed on the stock exchange in Hong Kong. I'm currently looking at the 2024/25 spec Atto 3 'long range' EV to lease over a 5 year novated lease period. GWM is owned by the Chinese government and they are currently dumping cars into Australia because of the downturn of the Chinese economy. The Tank 300 is a death trap, watch reviews and see how the car behaves under emergency braking.

@CharlesNie490 12 күн бұрын

@@Richard-sl8we I won't say much about GWM cars. They have good and bads. However, GWM is not owned by the Chinese government. It is a private company. And it is the first Chinese car company that is listed on HongKong stock market.

@simonarmitage2591 13 күн бұрын

That’s a lot of money for a clunky old Landcruiser. That infotainment system is embarrassing.

@joeop5104 13 күн бұрын

The whole car is

@Anthony77739 12 күн бұрын

For all those cashed up farmers.

@therightcar 12 күн бұрын

Or inner city mums

@johnnumbat9782 6 күн бұрын

Thanks Adam - infotainment system and design is a bit schizophrenic for me with no quick access rotary knobs - for me white is really the safest and best looking but get rid of all the bling Hungarian gift shop chrome trim - the top price of over $150k is insane and not long ago you could purchase a house for that - I own a Hilux but would look at a diesel Hyundai Sante Fe or Kia Sorrento - VW (née Audi/Skoda) are nice to drive but will eventually fall apart and expensive to service/maintain - Ford, Jeep, Mercedes, Land Rover and anything Chinese/US built are all rubbish so you’re really left with Japanese or South Korean in any market segment and journos know that.

@joelopic 11 күн бұрын

We all love Toyota but they are seriously taking the piss now. I'll just her a tank 500 for half the price and 7 years warranty.

@buncha5651 13 күн бұрын

Toyota 4X4 vehicles are way overpriced they have been for a long time. You would have to believe all the myths and bullshit about them to buy one.😊

@perpetualgrin5804 13 күн бұрын

Which brand would you recommend?

@simonbates5939 13 күн бұрын

Tank 500 would be a much better option!

@buncha5651 13 күн бұрын

@perpetualgrin5804 There are many better options, especially the GWM Tank 300 or 500 at half the price.

@SunnyS2711 13 күн бұрын

Well it’s Toyota, you can take that anywhere but would you take that risk with a Tank?

@sidjyothi 13 күн бұрын

Yes, plenty of people have been doing that across australia and the tank has held up just fine. Reliability is a selling point for the toyotas but its ridiculous how overpriced they are and how annoying it is to wait 2 years to get one...really stupid @SunnyS2711

@naashuman5503 11 күн бұрын

Straight outta China 🇨🇳 😂 No, not for me that TANK for your resale values are going to tank. And apples 🍎 with apples 🍎 that Tank's drive train is not up to LC300 spec. TOYOTA reliability and resale all the way ❤

@therightcar 11 күн бұрын

You’re a goose.