I took delivery of the new model in early October 2020. I have only done 5,000 km to date - so early days.
I am fitting it out as a tourer with some light off road driving anticipated. I fitted All Terrain tyres at 3,000km. The 10,000 km oil change interval (for warranty) is annoying, since I intend to use a quality synthetic engine oil which lasts 15,000 km no problem. Fuel economy is OK at 9.7L/100km mixed driving, no towing. I expect this will improve as the engine loosens up a little.
PROS -
solid, quiet engine with very good acceleration p...

I have a 2004 Toyota Prado and it is the most reliable SUV I have ever bought. It has taken our family to the toughest places and come back unscathed. 17 years later, it has so far needed no repairs other than routine maintenance. The most exaggerated part is that it now drives like a new car. You could say this because I drive it less and the odometer is currently under about 180,000km, but I can't think of any other make that can be driven for 180,000km and still have the same driving experience as a new car. It's a petrol V6 Grande with good...

Had my 2019 near new used car prado for half an hour ,after leaving Bunbury Toyota where I paid $66,000 car started shaking badly . In the service department for two days ( left me with no transport ) to be told cv joints and rotors needed replacing . It supposedly had just been serviced ? The active cruise control can’t do low speed of 40 klm hour where as we all now there are many speed zones of that , it clunks around in the new gearbox , the 2.8 was meant or more efficient and not lost any power ..... my 2014 go prado was a lot quicker . Th...

I've had toyota's for work trucks for a lot of years and have held them in high regard until purchasing my wifes 2019 Toyota Prado GXL. The car is not a bad car but given the price of this vehicle I would expect more. I traded a 2007 Landrover Discovery 3 with approximately 220,000 km on it and it served us well. I figured with the Landrover being 12 years old an update to Toyota would be an update and how disappointed have i been with the latest offerings.

The platform is fine, the 150 has been around for long enough to give me confidence t...

Garaged Prado 2008 every panel of paint is peeling. I have worked from home for over 20 years.

My car is worth nothing now, and every other country has extended the paint warranty to 14 years because Toyota have accepted there was manufactuer fault in the clear coat in the Pear Blizzard.

What I dont understand is why Toyota Australia think they are exempt from this direction passed down from Toyota.

Is anyone else having the same issues?

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I brought my 2008 Toyota Prado in Pearl White second hand in 2015 from a Toyota dealer in NSW. I have always wanted this particular vehicle and could finally afford one albeit second hand. I loved everything about this vehicle and have always looked after it.
I had noticed small chips in the paint but put it down to use as car was 7 years old but over the last couple of years the paint has been peeling off down to the primer in large chunks from every panels of the vehicle. I originally tried to use touch up paint but now it just flakes off eve...

Purchased new, vehicle is a 2019 Toyota Landcruiser Prado GXL Premium 2.8DT 6 spd Auto.

If you're considering a 4WD and Toyota Landcruiser Prado is on your list, then you'll be spoilt for choices with many vehicle in the market at this price range. These are the reason why I've opted to purchase the vehicle,
- Strong resale value
- Capable 4WD from factory
- 7 Seats options
- 3 way climate control
- Long range fuel tank (not applicable for flat tail gate)
- Good economy for size/weight of vehicle, I average approx. 9.5L/100km or 1,360 before fuel light illuminate.
- Spacious Cabin and 3rd row seat can accommodate adults (ideal for 170cm tall)....

I bought my 2008 turbo diesel prado in 2010 with 75,000kms on it. We now have 256,000 and not had an ounce of trouble. I installed arb after market suspension with lift when I first purchased. I believe this is a must have. This vehicle has been very capable off road and towing our 2.4t caravan.
Highly recommend this model for reliability.

I bought my second Prado a diesel in December 2001, it now has 688000 k’s all driven by myself. Oil and filter has been changed every 5000 K’s using basic oil and after market filters and uses not one drop of oil between changes Toyota service about every 100000 K’s. Only thing changed or replaced is the radiator.
My work is on civil engineering projects throughout WA so in lots of tough conditions, carrying loads and towing quite a bit.
Now it needs quite a bit of work doing.
It’s simply a fantastic vehicle.

Car was purchased at 88000kms, drove till 115000kms, service as required. Went off road on occasions, never disappointed me. Sold the car after 2.5 years, price depreciated 5000 in total. I mean I could sell it for 1500 more but was eager to get my next car, so just agreed to the first offer. Sold within 4 days of posting ads on carsales. If your looking for something reliable with good resale value or good for off road, don't go chasing butterflies after land rovers, get Toyotas and mission accomplished.

Love the build quality. The 5VZFE engine is an awesome design. Going to rebuild my engine at 380xxx. Still going strong just a little piston slap on one cylider. Obviously someone didn't change the oil. I got her in this condition. I'll put 50xxx on it before I bother swapping the engines over haha.

White Peeling Paint 2008 Prado Grande

My husband and I bought this top of the range Prado when we were living in WA to travel across Australia and specifically picked a Toyota knowing the brand and wanting a quality vehicle. Going forward, we will NEVER go near another one. The last 12 months the paint on the car has been peeling and not just the top coat, it is peeling down to bare metal and in chunks. We visited our local Toyota in Gladstone and they were helpful to begin with taking photos and reaching out to Toyota Warranty Claims Austr...

Purchased our new Prado Diesel June 2015. Travelling on the M1 up to Newcastle when the cruise control could not keep the car moving and were losing speed. We stop the car and the car was shaking so we turned it off and mad a clucking sound. They car could not be restarted.
Got a tilt tray to take it to Toyota Cardiff but they were too busy. Took it to a local mechanic where it was thought that something wrong with the injectors. Then on the back of a tilt tray we had the car sent to our mechanic in Sydney. The diagnostic was that it had a le...

Bought second hand prado from maddington Toyota Perth. Done only 97k. I thought would be good car. But turns out it's like a lemon. Rear door is loose, even been to Toyota dealership 3 times. Its just rattle they couldn't fix it. Not really happy with Toyota response in it.

Car is largely simple for the sake of reliability BUT GXL, for a $66K car, to not have front parking sensors or apple car play/android auto, surround view cameras, leather trim, etc is actually marketed pretty arrogantly, as you need to buy the top spec model at 90K to get stuff a 20K Korean car has... it's clearly priced with a "they'll buy it anyway" attitude. Also... it's super-gutless, even for a 4wd, ranger, discovery, amarok, navigate, all go better, which is a bit annoying too

Bought my 2020 kakadu overall it’s great car but I owned 2009 before which was more powerful engine the new 2.8 litre diesel not enough power !! Apart from that it’s great car!!

I bought in March 2019. Just about 1 year now. No problems so far
Car has extreme comfort. Money well spent
Love the beauty
Very safe car

Few things I did on my prado

Tinted windows
Ceramic coating ...

I bought 2019 VX two days back and I know it's too early to review but I'll share what I thought about it.

For the drive I give 5/5.
Comfort is not that good specially second row. It's $73 k worth vehicle and I don't understand why toyota does not make it with bit more comfy. I don't say it's comfortable if you drive long distance like interstate.

Previously I drove 2006 Camry, 2010 Accord and then Audi A4. Comfort wise Accord is the best.
I think Toyota need to think again about comfort in their future designs. Even the Prado top of the range Kakadu doesn't have leather seats and VX same. It's leather accented. Just about an one foot width leather layer in the middle of the seat.

Manufactured in 2011 September. Bought it as the second owner a month ago. Traveled close to 3,000 Ks in three weeks. Enjoying every bit of it. The best car I ever had. Averaging 8.5 to 9.5 L/100 Kms, mostly around local and to work. Drops below 8 L/100 Kms on freeway. Very comfortable driving. Easy to handle around the corners. Haven't done any off road adventures yet.
Previous owner regularly serviced it with Toyota. No issues as far as they know.
Entertaining interior. Awesome sound system. 6 stacker CD player with AM/FM/Blutooth/USB facil...

We are truly impressed with this 4x4. We've done a circumnaviation around Australian to the most remote rough locations and couldnt fault it. We have a 2003 GXL 4L - it is thirsty but you have the power and grunt to go where you want. Highly recommend!