GO
GoAutoLogo
MENU

Make / Model Search

Toyota LandCruiser Prado

90 Series LandCruiser Prado 95R

1 Jul 1996

Traditional 4WD leader Toyota was caught unawares by the unexpected success of medium-sized 4WDs like the Mitsubishi Pajero and Jeep Cherokee.

So in came the full-ladder frame chassis Prado, featuring a full-time 4WD differential with two-speed transfer case.

Replacing the crude Hi-Lux ute-derived 4Runner, it impressed buyers with its good looks, comfort, space and relatively civilised on-road manners – courtesy of its car-like coil spring suspension and reinforced body shell.

Two engines were offered at launch – a 112kW/240Nm 2.7-litre four-cylinder (3RZ-FE) and a 132kW/303Nm 3.4-litre V6 (5VZ-FE) – with the choice of a four-speed auto or five-speed manual gearbox.

The four models were: 2.7 RV and V6 RV6, GXL and VX Grande.

All V6s featured a 159-litre fuel tank and eight seats (to the 2.7’s 90 litres and five seats). Power steering was standard, while dual airbags and anti-lock brakes were optional.

Value-added special editions included the World Cup of May ’98, the Getaway of October ’98 and May 99’s Snowy.

Read more

Toyota models

Catch up on all of the latest industry news with this week's edition of GoAutoNews
Click here