VS
At a Glance
Power
225 kW
202kW@5600
Torque
700 Nm
381Nm@4400
Fuel
8.9 l/100km
11.3L/100km
Towing
3500 Kg
2500kg
0-100 km/h
—
9.2s
Engine
3346 cc
3956cc
Choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 and the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is one of the most common decisions car buyers in South Africa face. The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 delivers 225 kW while the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado produces 202kW@5600. On fuel, the Land Cruiser 300 returns 8.9 l/100km while the Land Cruiser Prado uses 11.3L/100km — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R2 150 400 for the Land Cruiser 300 and R669 500 for the Land Cruiser Prado. Both vehicles have their merits. The right choice depends on your priorities: fuel economy, performance, towing ability, safety features or total cost of ownership. This comparison covers every specification available so you can make an informed decision.
Specification
Toyota Land Cruiser 300Landcruiser 300 V6 3.3d ZX 2025 - From R2 150 400
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado4.0 V6 VX AT 2009 - From R669 500
Performance
Power Output
225 kW
202kW@5600
Torque
700 Nm
381Nm@4400
0-100 kph
—
9.2s
Top Speed
210 Km/h
180km/h
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
3346 cc
3956cc
Engine Layout
V
LONGITUDINAL V 6
Cylinders
6
6
Fuel Type
diesel
UNLEADED
Forced Induction Device
turbocharger
—
Transmission
automatic
AUTOMATIC
Number of Gears
10
5
Drive Wheels
all
ALL
Full Time 4x4
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Low Range
—
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
8.9 l/100km
11.3L/100km
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
-
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
-
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 + 30 (total 110) l
87L
CO2 Emissions
238 g/km
266g/km
Dimensions
Length
4985 mm
4930mm
Width
1980 mm
1885mm
Height
1955 mm
1880mm
Wheelbase
2850 mm
2790mm
Ground Clearance
235 mm
220mm
Kerb Weight
2655 Kg
2355kg
Doors
5
5
Seats
7
7
Load Volume
1967 l
—
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
3500 Kg
2500kg
Load Capacity
—
144kg
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
VSC
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
9
7
Driver Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Passenger Airbag
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Side Airbags Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Curtain Airbags
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Features & Tech
Air Conditioning
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Climate Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Sunroof
—
✗
Heated Seats
✓ Standard
BOTH FRONT
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✓ Standard
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Tow Bar
Optional
—
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
3
36
Warranty Distance
100000 Km
100000km
Service Plan
✓ Standard
S
Service Plan Years
9 servicesyr
—
Service Plan Distance
90000km
—
Service Intervals
10000
10000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Toyota Land Cruiser 300
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Land Cruiser 300
Fuel Economy
Land Cruiser 300
Value
Land Cruiser Prado
Practicality
Land Cruiser 300
Pros & Cons
Toyota Land Cruiser 300
Better fuel economy (8.9 l/100km)
Higher towing capacity (3500 Kg)
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Lower starting price (R669 500)
Higher fuel consumption (11.3L/100km)
No factory service plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Land Cruiser 300 or Land Cruiser Prado?
The Land Cruiser 300 uses 8.9 l/100km and the Land Cruiser Prado uses 11.3L/100km on the combined cycle. The Land Cruiser 300 is the more fuel-efficient choice. In real-world conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, actual figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Land Cruiser 300 or Land Cruiser Prado?
The Land Cruiser 300 produces 225 kW and 700 Nm of torque while the Land Cruiser Prado delivers 202kW@5600 and 381Nm@4400 of torque. The Land Cruiser 300 is the more powerful option.
What is the price difference between the Land Cruiser 300 and Land Cruiser Prado?
The Land Cruiser 300 starts from R2 150 400 and the Land Cruiser Prado from R669 500. The Land Cruiser Prado is cheaper by R1 480 900 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Land Cruiser 300 or Land Cruiser Prado?
The Land Cruiser 300 has a braked towing capacity of 3500 Kg and the Land Cruiser Prado can tow 2500kg. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Land Cruiser 300 or the Land Cruiser Prado?
It depends on your priorities. If fuel economy matters most, check the L/100km figures above. If you need towing capacity, compare the towing ratings. For day-to-day South African driving - load shedding runs, potholed roads, school runs and highway commutes - consider ground clearance, service network coverage, and total cost of ownership including insurance and maintenance. Use the spec tables above to compare every detail before making your decision.