Test Drive: Is A Toyota Land Cruiser Really Worth $80K?

The answer is simple: no.

— CarbonBlue (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 11:23:43 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 14   

Find me one company that is not trying to make a profit. Those are the companies that fail every year.

— markymark (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2007 12:21:17 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

Nope!

— RealitySmack (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 11:44:48 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 10   

Not worth it. I don't know its off road capabilities, but for that money, there are other SUVs that are capable of off-roading that would offer better performance.

— ThierryHenry14 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 11:52:59 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

LOL, Nope.

— w209w114 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 12:30:01 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

Worth every penny and who knows more than us (Who live in Asia/Arab countries).

JUGNU

— JUGNU (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 12:48:09 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -6   

This represents 'price gouging' at its worst.

Sure, it's a capable off-roader, and probably pretty well put together, but in NO Way Shape or Form is this an 80K Vehicle.

At best, it's a 50k SUV when fully loaded...

Not a Penny More.

— DaHarder (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 1:01:31 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

well for $80k...what other vehicles are mentionable to handle the tasks a LC is capable of? Range Rover, HUMMER? do tell...

it's not jsut a simple no, it's a maybe...all depending on uses each individual has.

— r15mohd (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 1:25:54 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

Umm, for $80K, point me in the direction of a Range Rover please.

— PlanB (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 1:25:15 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

For $80,000 dollars you get to search for a parking place and drive a log wagon around town.

What a joy :)

— EL34 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 1:26:44 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 8   

For $80k....Cayenne, X5, Range Rover, anything else!

— supermoto (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 2:10:32 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

No.

— theoptimisticpessimist (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 2:30:05 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4   

I like the design of the new Landcruiser, but my problem is simple.

Toyota has OVERPRICED what was once an affordable and capable offroader by turning it into an expensive and probably less capable (more comfort-oriented suspension) offroading luxury car.

The Landcruiser was never a luxury car. Why Toyota, why?

— Bill (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 2:40:23 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5   

Never.

— Carboy (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 2:58:00 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Well its at least safe to say that if you buy it right when it comes out, you will be able to have the current body style for at least 10 yrs considering it took them that long to redesign the ugly thing! And Please someone tell them to redesign that hideous SC430!

— 0to60 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 3:11:05 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

The Range Rover and LR3 have better specs offroad.
There is simply no denying the facts:
LRs have better -
approach angles, departure angles, breakover angles, better wading depth,
higher ground clearance. Better crawl ratio.

Specs ALONE, the LR owns the LC.

Don't believe me? Look at the specs on Toyota's website.

Toyota's only claim to fame is reliability. I question that now in light of the numerous
Tundra recalls and problems (Today they just announced a recall on the transmission).

The interior is worst than the previous one. Don't believe me? The door handle are cheap hollow plastic.
Same fit and finisg as a Corolla. People bitch that Corvettes have Cobalt trim and bits, Well, this has Corolla and Yaris trims and bits.
The wood is fake on this 80K truck.

— speedmaster (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 3:44:45 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

NFW

— AgentOrange (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 3:51:54 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

This article is TTAC at its worst. First off, there is no reason to spend $80K on this vehicle. If you want all the bells and whistles, fine, pony up, but then dont complain. And if the dealer has a $5K markup, then that is only because they are flying out the door. Check another dealer. I mean really. It's like they went out of their way to spend as much as possible, so they could include it in their review.

And let's talk mileage. Conveniently they only reported the lowest (city mileage) with no context. Context like, what does the RR get, what does the LC get on highway, and how does the LC achieve massively more power while achieving the same mpg ratings as last year.

TTAC is more of a hater site the autospies.

This vehicle is without peer. Most of the world will snap them up in droves. The only thing is, in the US, only diehard LC fans will buy it, as most who want it will opt for its Lexus twin. Toyota knows this, and appears to have priced the LC accordingly. They only plan on selling a few, but the buyers of these select few will know they have something special.

Y'all just keep whining and moaning while the juggernaut rolls on.

— 1970toyotamarc (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 4:18:27 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

HELL NO

Second opinion: Where ? In Germany the cost of the Prado is more than $80k. The LC costs 70,000 euros, which is roughly $100K, so the US pricing looks like a steal.

— JWalkerLegrande (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 4:20:05 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

"The new LC doesnt even deserve to be called new. Its the same friggin' thing, with 10 year old stlying, and costs way more at least here in the UAE. It actually costs almost as much as an escalade. (250k dhs for the LC, 270k dhs for the Escalade) The interior is the biggest disapointment. Its worse than the old one, and Im not even kidding. Cheap plastic EVERYWHERE like the centre console, door knobs etc..

And thats not it! The engine is the same from the old generation! 4.7l V8 270hp (What age are they living in?!) and even though this may be only here in the UAE, its still a very stupid move, especially at this kind of price! The more I see of those on the street, the more I realise how many Toyota badge wh*r*s we have here!"

Thats my reply to another thread.

— M53R (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 4:24:29 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -2   

5.7-liter DOHC 32-valve EFI V8 with dual independent VVT-i
381 hp @ 5600 rpm;
401 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm

Who said 4.7?

— StickShiftCamry (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 4:45:14 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

80K?!?!?...Maybe on time share programs...

— BigShow50 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 4:56:04 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

No, and that's why it's priced at $63,000 and not $80,000. This is not a Range Rover competitor.

— S4cabriofoxone (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 5:16:28 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

It's a damn good, well engineered reliable off road vehicle but definitely not worth $80K. Well Consumer Reports Magazine says the Mercedes B. ML, GL C, E, S class aren't really worth a dime as they are completely unreliable. The Range Rover built by Land Rover is a complete piece of crap. The BMW X5 is unreliable same goes for the VW Toureg. So I guess that leaves the Lexus LX570 and the Toyota LC.

— richard112360 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 5:17:52 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

Not that I would but this vehicle, but why is it MORE expensive than is sister wearing Lexus attire?

— KillBot (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 5:59:34 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

If VW can't make a seller out of the Touareg v10 TDI with 2x the power, and 10x the capabilities, at $60k.....there's no way in hell anyone is going to pay $80k for a Toyota Land Cruiser.

— Bmw8ter (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 6:00:46 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

this vehicle is listed at a base price of $62k on
Toyota's web site.

http://www.toyota.com/landcruiser/index.html

Where did you come up with $80k?
Is it a Limited Edition?

— KillBot (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 6:03:57 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

$63k my mistake

— KillBot (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 6:04:42 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

The currency and Product placement price all over the world is highly increased amongst nations all over the world, compared to the united states, an example of that being in the third world this car would cost double the price of 80 thousand, This car would retail in brazil for at least 170,000 Dollars. So as far as price goes, 80 G's is no consideration as to the Benifits of having a Vehicle, So the real question is are the capabilities of any SUV including the Toyota Worth 80 G's when the Hummer is only 30 G's more expensive.

Jaime Perez.

— EnvyofyouRS5 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 6:08:46 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

give me a touareg V10 TDI for that price

— rconn14 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 9:51:01 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2   

Only no to the badge whores. Simply switch the emblem and suddenly it'll be worth it. Is a Q7 worth it when you can get the same vehicle for 30% less? All VW did was call it a Touraeg?

— huu76 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/14/2007 11:08:27 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

The LX package and sales tax would put you right up there near $80k.

— Bmw8ter (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2007 9:58:34 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

How old is a Toureg, who would compare a Tourag? Toyota never has to even advertise one. LandCruiser's been out for like 80 yrs, there's a limit to hating but...Any part of the world someone will know what a Landcruiser is.

— StickShiftCamry (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2007 3:38:50 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

Quite simply no way I would go near a Toyota! If I wanted the best 4x4 I would buy a Range rover, but if I wanted the best car it would have to be the new Jaguar XF Supercharged for this money!!!!

— Jag_xfr (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2007 6:34:52 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

M53R Stop it. First go and learn fully about the all new Land Cruiser.

The new Land Crusier is available in 4 engines, 3 petrol plus 1 Diesel here in Middle East.

GXR V6 4.0

GXR V8 4.7 (yes previous VXR 4.7 V8 is changed to GXR 4.7 V8 in order for the 5.7 V8 to wear the VXR badge)

VXR V8 5.7

(an all new 4.5 V6 Diesel and the the 4.5 I6 petrol engine is discontineud).

and do u know there is a huge waiting list for the all new Land Cruiser. People loved and accepted it so well. I see so many everyday.

My freind recieved his a few days ago, a white GXR 4.7 V8 with beige interior and it's clearly a big improvment over the last. It costs him Dirhams 220K.

U r just a toyota hater and as usual bashing it.

JUGNU

— JUGNU (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2007 12:33:16 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1   

no. for $80k you'd have to be nuts to take a toyota over the GORGEOUS range rover. that's why the range rover outsells the LC by about 5 times.

— enthusiastx11 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2007 2:14:33 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3   

Unlike the Range Rover, the Landcruiser has never seen a service shop before. The previous Landcruiser was also indestructable, the same can't be said about Rover.

I believe the LX and Sequioa are twins. Perhaps the Landcruiser is a variant now.
I've been arguing with you long enough that you should know I wouldn't care if they call it a Lexus or Toyota, on most vehicles I actually prefer the Toyota name. I'll take Altezza over IS anyday.

— huu76 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/15/2007 3:08:37 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

HAS ANYONE NOTICED THAT THE LX 570 PRICING LEAK POST HAS BEEN TAKEN DOWN??? WHERE DID IT GO???

— dbs600old (View Profile)

Posted on 12/16/2007 12:39:10 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

I don't think that the Land Cruiser will cost 80 grand, probably more like 65 grand.

— farabira1 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/16/2007 9:15:23 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

Just go and visit Futtaim Toyota today and u'll know.

5.7 V8 badged as V8 VXR is available.

JUGNU

— JUGNU (View Profile)

Posted on 12/16/2007 11:21:02 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1   

It's a Toyota, babee!

— LexusLion (View Profile)

Posted on 12/17/2007 4:15:55 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 0   

I wouldnt pay $80K for any vehicle period!!!!
( well, maybe for a new Jag XK...... :-)~~

— TominNH (View Profile)

Posted on 12/17/2007 5:40:47 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2