The all-new 2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado has officially arrived in Australia, bringing in a new generation for the popular SUV which has started to get a little too long in the tooth. After what seems like an eternity, the 2025 model is available in five distinct variants: GX, GXL, VX, Altitude, and Kakadu, offering a range of features and clever tech to suit a myriad of buyers seeking a capable 4×4, which can double as the family car around town.
At the heart of the Prado is a 2.8-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder engine, paired with Toyota’s innovative 48V V-Active mild-hybrid technology. This powertrain delivers 150kW and 500Nm, mated to a newly developed eight-speed automatic transmission. Coupled with a full-time four-wheel drive system, a dual-range transfer case, and a centre lockable limited-slip differential, the 2025 Prado is ready for both rugged off-road adventures and urban commuting.
Alongside the excellent LC300 Toyota LandCruiser, and the ever popular 70-series LandCruiser, Toyota’s off-roading family is now complete with the arrival of the Prado.
2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado: Key Specifications
Dimensions:
- Length: 4990mm
- Width: 1980mm
- Height: 1925mm (GX/GXL); 1935mm (VX/Altitude/Kakadu)
- Wheelbase: 2850mm
- Front Track: 1664mm
- Rear Track: 1668mm
Weights & Capacities:
- Kerb Weight: 2495kg (GX) to 2595kg (Kakadu)
- Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM): 3100kg (GX) to 3200kg (Kakadu)
- Braked Towing Capacity: 3500kg
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 110 litres
Off-Road Performance:
- Ground Clearance: 210mm (GX/GXL); 221mm (VX/Altitude/Kakadu)
- Approach Angle: 31° (GX/GXL); 32° (VX/Altitude/Kakadu)
- Departure Angle: 17°
Interior Dimensions:
- Seating Capacity: 5 (GX/Altitude) or 7 (GXL/VX/Kakadu)
- Cargo Capacity: 954L (seats upright) to 1895L (seats stowed, GX/Altitude)
Engine and Powertrain:
- Engine: 2.8-litre turbo-diesel, 16-valve DOHC, inline 4-cylinder
- Max Power: 150kW @ 3000-3400rpm
- Max Torque: 500Nm @ 1600-2800rpm
- Transmission: 8-speed automatic (AL80F)
- Drivetrain: Full-time 4WD with V-Active 48V lithium-ion system
Chassis and Suspension:
- Front Suspension: Double wishbone with stabiliser bar
- Rear Suspension: Four-link rigid axle with stabiliser bar
- Wheels and Tyres:
- 18-inch alloy (GX/GXL/Altitude); 20-inch alloy (VX/Kakadu)
- Tyres: 265/65R18 (GX/GXL), 265/70R18 (Altitude), 265/60R20 (VX/Kakadu)
2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado: Model Breakdown and Features
Toyota Prado GX:
- Five seats
- Manual tailgate with glass hatch
- 18-inch dark grey alloy wheels
- Six-way manual driver’s seat
- LED headlights and daytime running lamps
- 7-inch semi-digital instrument cluster
- Power-folding body-coloured side mirrors
- Dual-zone climate control
- Darkened front and rear bumpers
- All-weather rubber floor mats
- 220-volt rear power outlet
- 12.3-inch widescreen infotainment system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Built-in connected satellite navigation
- DAB+ digital radio
- 10-speaker audio system
- Toyota Connected Services
- Front and rear parking sensors
- 360-degree camera system
- Trailer sway control
- Pre-wiring harness for tow hitch
- Four USB-C ports
Toyota Prado GXL (in addition to GX):
- Seven seats
- Synthetic leather upholstery
- Roof rails
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Rear privacy glass
- Eight-way power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Silver front and rear bumper trim
- Leather-accented steering wheel and gear shifter
- Electric tailgate
- Auto-dimming rear-view mirror
- Rear climate control
- Wireless phone charger
- Six USB-C ports
Toyota Prado VX (in addition to GXL):
- 20-inch dark metallic alloy wheels
- Leather upholstery
- Body-coloured front and rear bumpers
- Driver’s seat power lumbar support and memory
- Over-fender moulding and rear guard trim
- Four-way power-adjustable passenger seat
- Bi-LED headlamps with dynamic auto-leveling
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Adaptive high-beam
- Carpet floor mats
- Refrigerated console box
- Tyre pressure monitoring
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- 14-speaker JBL audio system
- Adaptive variable suspension
- Five selectable drive modes
- Multi-terrain select
- Multi-terrain monitor
Toyota Prado Altitude (in addition to VX):
- 18-inch matte grey alloy wheels
- Moon roof
- Toyo Open Country all-terrain tyres
- Optional two-tone colours
- Rear locking differential
- Digital rear-view mirror
- Stabiliser disconnect mechanism (replaces adaptive variable suspension)
- Heated steering wheel
- Black door handles and tailgate garnish
- Head-up display
- Black over-fender moulding
- Five seats (down from seven)
Toyota Prado Kakadu (in addition to VX):
- Panoramic moon roof
- Adjustable driver’s seat thigh support
- Illuminated side steps
- Digital rear-view mirror
- Heated and ventilated rear seats
- Head-up display
- Heated steering wheel
- Rear torque-sensing limited-slip differential
2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado: Pricing
- GX: $72,500
- GXL: $79,990
- VX: $87,400
- Altitude: $92,700
- Kakadu: $99,990
2025 Toyota LandCruiser Prado: High Demand Means Long Wait for Buyers
After the current model’s hiatus and fall from the sales charts, the new Toyota LandCruiser Prado is set to break sales records in Australia, but some buyers may face a wait of up to 12 months for delivery.
Toyota Australia has confirmed that 27,000 units of the 2025 Prado 250 Series will be available in Australia over the next 12 months. However, with over 17,000 orders already placed, more than half of the initial stock has already been spoken for.
Expect to see some high demand and even longer waiting times for some customers. This comes after similar issues with other popular models, including the RAV4, LandCruiser 300 Series, and Kluger, which all saw lengthy wait times after their releases. Heck, it still takes almost a year to get a new Corolla Cross.
To manage the demand, Toyota will implement a new allocation system to give customers more certainty. Under the new approach, dealers will receive a 12-month allocation of vehicles, which they can take orders and deposits for. Once a dealer’s allocation is filled, they will not be able to place new orders until their next allocation arrives.
Stay tuned to our first drive of the 2025 Toyota Prado, coming soon to DiscoverAuto.
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