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Toyota Land Cruiser is one of the famous and well-known models from the Japanese car brand. It is the longest-running nameplate on Toyota’s line-up. The history of this model dated back to the 50s. What helps this car stand the test of time and draw customers through all these years? Let’s find out the answers with our detailed Toyota Land Cruiser 2022 Review Philippines.

Toyota Land Cruiser 2022

Overview

After decades in the market, this model has gone through major changes and updates. It is currently sitting in the full-size SUV segment. 

Toyota Philippines launched the newest Land Cruiser in September 2021, just one month after this model makes its debut in the international market. On entering the Philippines market, Toyota has crossed the GR Sport variant off the lineup and launched the Land Cruiser LC300 in two variants, which are the base VX and the top-spec ZX.. 

Toyota Land Cruiser 2022 Review Price

This full-size SUV is available at the starting price of  P 5,225,000 for the entry-level VX variant. The other variant is priced at a premium price of P 5,687,000. You would have to pay an additional amount of P 15,000 for the special White Pearl Crystal Shine on the VX and Precious White Pearl on the ZX

Toyota Land Cruiser Competitors

Exterior

2022 Toyota Land Cruiser is a full-size seven-seater SUV with a length of 5,130 mm, a width of 1980 mm, and a height of 1,945 mm. The wheelbase measures 2,850 mm long. This SUV features a ground clearance of 225 mm.

With the LC300, the Japanese car brand has maintained the existing boxy silhouette from the previous model while introducing a brand new front face. 

Toyota Land Cruiser exterior

On the front end, the Land Cruiser 300 gets split-type LED headlamps with auto-leveling features. There are also LED fog lamps, LED DRLs, LED front turn indicators upfront. The full LED light system along with a dominant chrome-slatted grille and a U-shaped air dam creates an imposing look for the fascia. 

Looking from the side, you will meet the very typical SUV design features with a boxy shape, heightened stance, sidestep board, and pronounced flared wheel arches. Toyota Land Cruiser is fitted with 18-inch alloy wheels for the base variant and a 20-inch version for the top-spec model. 

Towards the rear end, Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 continues to fully adopt LED treatment for the taillights. There are also fog lights. However, the sequential turn indicator is exclusively available on the ZX variant. Apart from the lighting system, the Toyota Land Cruiser features a rather simple boot lid.

Overall, the new Toyota Land Cruiser still remains the tough and bulbous appearance of the previous models while flaunting its modern features and contemporary design elements.

Interior 

Toyota Land Cruiser interior

On the inside, the 2022 Toyota Land Cruiser doesn’t receive a comprehensive transformation as the exterior. However, there are a number of updates that are adequately refreshing and premium. 

The dashboard of the Toyota Land Cruiser LC300 features a four-spoke multi-functional steering wheel, a big instrument console with colored MID in between. Taking up a large part of the dashboard is the center console with a floating 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system along with other buttons for entertainment and music system.

The interior space of the Land Cruiser follows the premium styling with an all-black theme highlighted with some light wood elements and silver inserts. To take the premiumness and comfort to the next level, the Land Cruiser is equipped with exquisite leather upholstery, power front seats with memory functions, ventilated seats for the front, power-adjustable steering wheel. The car occupants can also enjoy the ultimate pleasure from premium features like a wireless charger, four-zone automatic climate control, 14-speaker JBL audio system, four-zone automatic climate control, and electric sunroof. 

Toyota Land Cruiser Safety and Security 

Toyota Land Cruiser 2022 is well-prepared to provide the highest level of safety for its occupants. On the base model, the full-size SUV is fully equipped with SRS airbags, ABS with EBD, automatic high beam, lane tracing assist, adaptive cruise control, hill-start assist, hill descent assist control, pre-collision system vehicle stability control, active traction control, as well as crawl control, full-view panoramic monitor, Multi-Terrain monitor, Multi-Terrain Select and Turn assists, and parking sonars. As for the top-spec model, there would be an adaptive high-beam system and Torsen differential with rear torque sensing. Plus, the Toyota Land Cruiser gets vented discs for both the front and rear.

Engines and Performance

Toyota Land Cruiser engine

Both variants on the Toyota Land Cruiser 2022 lineup are powered by the same 3.3-liter twin-turbocharged V6 diesel engine. Paired with a ten-speed automatic gearbox, the Toyota Land Cruiser’s powertrain is capable of generating 302 hp of power and 700 Nm of torque. With a 4x4 drivetrain setup, the engine sends power to both the front and rear axles.

In terms of suspension, the Toyota Land Cruiser 2022 comes with a double-wishbone setup for the front and a multi-link version for the rear. This SUV is provided with a differential lock. Only the ZX version is available with an adaptive variable suspension system. Compared to the previous 200 models, the new Land Cruiser is built with higher rigidity and lighter weight, 

All of these updates are optimized to minimize the body rolls and iron out all the potholes on the road, enhancing Lanc Cruiser’s riding quality. However, you wouldn’t expect a large SUV like this to behave so relaxedly and pliantly as other comfort-riding cars. Instead, you will find a nice balance between off-roading ability and its ride comfort. 

To make the driving experience even more exclusive, Toyota Land Cruiser provides six different driving modes including Eco, Comfort, Normal, Sport, Sport+, and Custom, which allows the SUV to adjust its performance to fit different driving conditions and requirements. 

Conclusion

The Land Cruiser 2022 is competing against the likes of Nissan Patrol, Ford Expedition, Chevrolet Suburban, BMW X3, and Land Rover Range Rover. 

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2022 Toyota Land Cruiser is a fully-equipped and premium-looking model, possibly the best option in the SUVs face from the Japanese car manufacturer. The new Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is able to keep the proud tradition of a capable high-end SUV as well as enhance its appeal with updated designs and features. 

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