VS
At a Glance
Power
150 kW
250kW@4000
Torque
500 Nm
800Nm@1750
Fuel
7.9 l/100km
9.1
Towing
3500 Kg
3500
0-100 km/h
—
5.8
Engine
2755 cc
4134
Choosing between the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado and the VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG is one of the most common decisions South African car buyers face. The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado delivers 150 kW while the VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG produces 250kW@4000. On fuel, the Land Cruiser Prado returns 7.9 l/100km while the TOUAREG uses 9.1 — important in a market where fuel prices change monthly. Pricing starts at R1 515 200 for the Land Cruiser Prado and R776 000 for the TOUAREG. 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.
Performance
Power Output
150 kW
250kW@4000
Torque
500 Nm
800Nm@1750
0-100 kph
—
5.8
Top Speed
165 Km/h
242
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine Capacity
2755 cc
4134
Engine Layout
inline
LONGITUDINAL V 8
Cylinders
4
8
Fuel Type
diesel
DIESEL
Forced Induction Device
turbocharger
—
Transmission
automatic
AUTOMATIC
Number of Gears
8
8
Drive Wheels
all
ALL
Full Time 4x4
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Low Range
✓ Standard
✗
Fuel Economy
Fuel Consumption Average
7.9 l/100km
9.1
Fuel Consumption Urban
—
11.9
Fuel Consumption Highway
—
7.4
Fuel Tank Capacity
80 + 30 (total 110) l
100
CO2 Emissions
209 g/km
239
Dimensions
Length
4925 mm
4795
Width
1980 mm
1940
Height
1935 mm
1704
Wheelbase
2850 mm
2893
Ground Clearance
216 mm
220
Kerb Weight
2520 Kg
2297
Doors
5
5
Seats
7
5
Towing & Payload
Towing Capacity
3500 Kg
3500
Load Capacity
—
1642
Safety
ABS
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
EBD
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Brake Assist
✓ Standard
—
Stability Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Traction Control
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Airbag Count
9
6
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
Optional
Adaptive Cruise Control
✓ Standard
✗
Bluetooth
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Satellite Navigation
—
Optional
Reversing Camera
✓ Standard
—
Park Distance Rear
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Park Distance Front
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Sunroof
✓ Standard
Optional
Heated Seats
✓ Standard
BOTH FRONT
Electric Seat Adjustment
—
✓ Standard
Keyless Entry
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Alloy Wheels
✓ Standard
✓ Standard
Warranty & Service
Warranty Period
3
36
Warranty Distance
100000 Km
120000
Service Plan
✓ Standard
M
Service Plan Years
9 services
—
Service Plan Distance
90000
—
Service Intervals
10000
15000
The Verdict
Which Wins?
Overall Winner
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
3 / 4 categories
Performance
Land Cruiser Prado
Fuel Economy
Land Cruiser Prado
Value
TOUAREG
Practicality
Land Cruiser Prado
Pros & Cons
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
Better fuel economy (7.9 l/100km)
Factory service plan included
Higher starting price
VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG
Lower starting price (R776 000)
Higher fuel consumption (9.1)
No factory service plan
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is more fuel efficient, the Land Cruiser Prado or TOUAREG?
The Land Cruiser Prado uses 7.9 l/100km and the TOUAREG uses 9.1 on the combined cycle. The Land Cruiser Prado is the more fuel-efficient choice. In South African conditions with a mix of highway and urban driving, real-world figures will be slightly higher.
Which has more power, the Land Cruiser Prado or TOUAREG?
The Land Cruiser Prado produces 150 kW and 500 Nm of torque while the TOUAREG delivers 250kW@4000 and 800Nm@1750 of torque. They produce similar power outputs.
What is the price difference between the Land Cruiser Prado and TOUAREG?
The Land Cruiser Prado starts from R1 515 200 and the TOUAREG from R776 000. The TOUAREG is cheaper by R739 200 at this variant level. Final on-the-road pricing varies by dealer and specification.
Which has a higher towing capacity, the Land Cruiser Prado or TOUAREG?
The Land Cruiser Prado has a braked towing capacity of 3500 Kg and the TOUAREG can tow 3500. Always verify towing limits in the owner's manual before hitching a trailer.
Should I buy the Land Cruiser Prado or the TOUAREG?
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.