Debut fourth generation Toyota Prado took place in Frankfurt am Main in 2009. And in the middle of 2012, the car successfully passed a test drive and was highly appreciated by its fans. The assembly of the Prado was immediately started in Russia. The Vladivostok plant "Sollers-Bussan" by the fall of 2013 mastered its capacity to the full. And already in November 2013, Russian Toyota dealers presented the Land mid-size SUV Cruiser prado 150. The start of sales began at a price of 1,700,000 rubles, which depends on the configuration option and engine type. The slightly updated car successfully passed the test drive and was closely examined from different angles.

First generation Land Cruiser Prado was published back in 87 of the last century. Since that time, Prado has gradually become an irreplaceable friend for fans of chic drive. "Pradik", as his admirers christened him, had many glorious pages in its history. I would like to draw attention to the impressive dimensions, power of forms and aggressive appearance. Some trim levels also feature modern dynamics with sporty touches. All in all, the Prado now has 8 types of configurations: Prestige, Suite (7 seats), Luxury (5 seats), Sport (5-seat), Sport (7 seats) Comfort and Standard.

Exterior

Ruggedly tested over the years, the 2014 Prado has a sleeker look, along with technical improvements; angular shapes have been replaced by more streamlined, aerodynamic exterior details. 17-inch alloy wheels give the Toyota Prado more elegance and some ease of movement. More clearly the test drive is presented in the video below.

The body length of the Land Cruiser Prado is 150 - 4780 mm, the wheelbase of the car is 2790 mm. The width of the body body is 1885 mm (this is excluding the rear-view mirrors). The height varies from 1840 to 1890 mm and depends on the configuration. The ground clearance is 222 mm. The inner track width is 1583 mm. Taking into account the impressive dimensions, the minimum turning radius of the car is pleasantly surprising: it does not exceed 5.6 meters along the outer wheel. The full curb weight of an SUV, depending on the components of the configuration, can be from 2100 to 2550 kg.

At the front, the new Land Cruiser Prado 150 SUV received original new headlights from Toyota designers. Lighting technology with stylish LED waterfalls day lights the updated Prado is harmoniously combined with a massive radiator grille. The chrome-plated vertical jumpers and solid top and sides frame give the radiator grill a respectable and beautiful look. Large fog lights further accentuate the powerful front bumper.

The rear part of the body of the new Landcruiser Prado 150 has significant differences from the stern of the pre-styling Prado. The plafonds of the side lights have been changed, the door surface is decorated in a slightly different way luggage compartment, which is framed by a wide chrome strip, it appeared after the rework.

Interior

Two options for the layout of the cabin Land cruiser Prado features five or seven passenger seats. They are quite comfortable and have a decent level of comfort with quality materials.

Stylish, with modern display and control elements, the center instrument panel adds a sense of volume. On-board computer with a color display and intuitive characteristics allows even the least experienced drivers to effectively test vehicle components.

The center console is highlighted by the clear touchscreen of the multimedia electronics system. At the same time, it contains indicators of the state of some vehicle control systems.

The transmission control buttons and the selector are in an unusual, but rather convenient place on the lower part of the console, in front of the gearbox control. Instrument indicators are now more informative.

In other details, the interior remained the same as in the previous Prado, of course, if you do not pay attention to better and more modern materials used in the decoration. Comfortable and very comfortable chairs, a decent supply of free space, where people with the largest build can easily accommodate.

Immediately it should be reported that the changed appearance and interior design of the new Prado 150 2014 is cosmetic, and the electronic filling of a technically full-fledged SUV is only slightly modernized by Japanese manufacturers. And is it necessary to change the already perfect technique that has successfully passed a full drive?

The trunk of this SUV deserves special attention. In the basic configuration, its capacity is 625 cubic meters. cm for cargo. By adding rear seats, the capacity of the luggage compartment space can be increased to 2,000 cubic meters. see In the seven-seater versions of the Prado, the capacity characteristics of the trunk are reduced to 104 liters.

Specifications

As mentioned at the beginning of the review, Toyota Landcruiser Prado 150 is presented in three versions. power plants, of which two are gasoline. The base engine is the reliable 4-cylinder 2TR FE petrol engine. Its displacement is 2,695 cm3 (2.7 L), which, according to tests, is quite enough for off-road conditions.

Basic motor complete set:

♦ 16-valve DOHC chain drive mechanism.

♦ Electronic variable valve timing system of the VVT-i type, which is capable of developing power up to 165 hp. (122 kW) at a maximum speed of 5200 per minute. The peak torque is reached already at 3700 rpm and falls at around 246 Nm.

♦ Check point -5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic.

2.7-liter power unit with manual transmission according to test characteristics, it consumes about 12.3 liters of AI-95 gasoline in the urban cycle. In aggregation with the "automatic" gasoline consumption is 12.7 liters. The manufacturer does not advertise the dynamics of acceleration to "hundreds", but during a test drive it can be 18 seconds up to the maximum speed of the car at 167 km / h.

4.0 liter flagship motor for Land Cruiser Prado 150 looks much more impressive. This is a 1GRFE V-6. It uses a 24-valve DONS type gas distribution chain with electronic system phase change Dual WT-i. The maximum power is 285 liters. with. the engine develops at 5400 rpm. Moreover, the upper limit of the torque of 387 Nm is reached already at 4350 rpm.

The checkpoint for the flagship is provided only in the form of a 5-speed "automatic". In this ratio, the starting spurt to "hundred" occurs in 9.1 seconds. The test results fully comply with the required Euro-V standards, while the engine demonstrates excellent indicators of environmental friendliness and economy. Average fuel consumption (gasoline) according to the test drive in the urban cycle is within 11.5 liters.

Diesel power unit 1KD FTV brand occupies an intermediate position in its characteristics between the aforementioned gasoline engines. The four in-line cylinders have a working volume of 2982 cm3 (3 liters) and are capable of developing a power of about 170 liters. with. (125 kW), which according to the test is already achieved at 3400 rpm. In this case, the peak torque is set at around 410 Nm and is kept in the range of 1650-2800 rpm. The diesel is equipped with a 16-valve DOHC type mechanism with a chain drive, an intercooler and Common Rail with direct fuel injection.

The diesel engine is equipped with only a 5-speed "automatic", with which the acceleration to the mark of 100 km is achieved in 11.7 seconds. Maximum speed Land Cruiser Prado 150 Diesel is 178 km / h. Fuel consumption in the city is about 8.5 liters.

In all of the above trim levels, the Prado has common system permanent all-wheel drive, which is complemented by a Torsen limited slip differential. Common to all modifications are: the traction control system TRC and the system of directional stability VSC, the spar chassis frame with spring-link independent front suspension and dependent rear. We only note that the luxury equipment offers a replacement rear suspension to pneumatic adaptive AVS. It is represented by three operating modes: Normal, Comfort and for professional drive - the Sport system.

Ventilated disc brakes are installed on all trim levels on the rear and front axles. The brakes are equipped with ABS, BAS and EBD systems, a test drive has shown their sufficient efficiency.

Rack and pinion steering mechanism

The rack and pinion steering mechanism is supplemented by an amplifier, which is very typical for SUVs. The rack and pinion gear ratio is 18.4, which determines 3 turns of the steering wheel between the extreme positions.

More clearly specifications are presented in the following table:

Technical Toyota specifications Land Cruiser Prado 150
Engines	2.7 MT (163 HP)	2.7 AT (163 HP)	3.0 AT (173 hp)	4.0 AT (282 HP)
Performance Indicators
Maximum speed, km / h	165	165	175	180
Acceleration to 100 km / h, s	-	-	11.7	9.2
Fuel consumption, l city / highway / mixed	- / - / 12.3	- / - / 12.5	10.4 / 6.7 / 8.1	14.7 / 8.6 / 10.8
CO2 emissions in g / km	288	292	214	256
Engine
Engine displacement, cm?	2694		2982	3956
engine's type	petrol		diesel	petrol
Fuel grade	AI-95		DT	AI-95
Environmental class	Euro 4			Euro 5
Maximum power, hp / kW at rpm	163 / 120 / 5200		173 / 127 / 3400	282 / 207 / 5600
Maximum torque, N * m at rpm	246 / 3800		410 / 1600?–?2800	387 / 4400
Number of cylinders	4		4	6
Number of valves per cylinder	4		4	4
Arrangement of cylinders	inline		inline	V-shaped
Engine power system	distributed injection		engine with non-split combustion chambers (direct fuel injection)	distributed injection
Engine location	front, longitudinal		front, longitudinal	front, longitudinal
Pressurization type	No		turbocharging with intercooled air	No
Compression ratio	9.6		17.9	10.4
Cylinder diameter and piston stroke, mm	95 x 95		96 x 103	94 x 95
Transmission
Transmission type	Mechanics	machine	machine	machine
Number of gears	5	4	5	5
type of drive	full	full	full	full
Dimensions in mm
Length	4780
Width	1885
Height	1890
Wheelbase	2790
Clearance	220
Front track width	1585
Rear track width	1585
Wheel size	265/65 / R17, 265/60 / R18
Volume and mass
Trunk volume min / max, l	621 / 1934
Fuel tank volume, l	87
Full weight, kg	2850		2990	2900
Curb weight, kg	2100		2165	2125
Suspension and brakes
Front suspension type	independent, spring
Rear suspension type	dependent, spring
Front brakes	ventilated disc
Rear brakes	ventilated disc

Interesting features of ToyotaLand Cruiser Prado 150

The 2014 model year marked the very off-road user-friendly Multi-terrain Select system. True, it is only available in top-end versions of the Prado. The next five modes of operation are: Rocks, Loose Rocks, Rocks and Dirt, Mud and Sand, Modul.

It is also worth paying attention to safety: control of "blind spots" using Blins Spot Monitor, seven airbags, rear parking sensor, effective alarm. The unique TSC system, which controls the position when the towed trailer or trailer is moving, deserved a good rating during the test drive.

Starting price of the updated Land Cruiser Prado 150 2014 model year for Russian motorists will amount to 1.7 million rubles. The price of a top-end car with a sports bias and a seven-seater saloon will be 2,900,000 rubles.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 Updated: June 17, 2018 Posted by: dimajp

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado - SUV made in Japan, produced since 1990. The first generation model is presented in three and five-door bodies. The top version was designed for eight passengers. This model was considered an affordable alternative to the more flagship Prado 70 model. injection motors 2.4 and 2.7 liters, as well as diesels with a volume of 2.8, 2.4 and 3.0 liters.

In 1996, sales of the second generation Toyota Land Cruiser began. Structurally, the car is no longer considered a copy of the older Land Cruiser model, and at the same time, it received a more expressive design. The line has retained three- and five-door versions, as well as a frame structure. The front suspension has become independent (instead of a non-split bridge).

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado SUV

V motor range the previous 2.7-liter engine (150 hp) appeared, as well as the modern 3.4-liter engine (175-185 hp). In addition, diesel versions of 2.8 and 3.0 liters were also available.

In 1999, a restyling took place, and a year later a modification with a turbocharged diesel engine of 140 hp appeared. with.

The third generation Toyota Land Cruiser Prado was introduced in 2002. The car has grown noticeably larger and acquired a more stylish design compared to its utilitarian predecessor. Three- and five-door versions were still available. In Russia, there are only five-door cars.

The range of engines has not changed much - gasoline engines 2.7 and 3.4 liters (150 and 185 hp, respectively), as well as a three-liter turbodiesel. A 95-horsepower diesel version was also available.

In 2004, an update was released, as a result of which a 2.7-liter internal combustion engine (163 hp) appeared in the engine range, as well as a 4.0 liter V6 with a capacity of 249 "horses". The old 3.0 liter turbodiesel gave way to more powerful motor by 170 forces.

The Japanese company Toyota is famous for its SUVs. The most famous are models of the Land Cruiser / Prado series. Even now, the first generations of these SUVs can be found on the roads. But, perhaps, the third generation of cars has become the most popular on the Russian market. In the review, we will consider the strengths and weaknesses of the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120, and also answer the question of whether it is worth buying this car.

3rd generation - J120 (release 10.2002 - 08.2009)

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The presentation of the model took place in 2001. It was then that the third generation of the SUV was presented to buyers. The car was developed on the universal Toyota platform, which also formed the basis for the hilux surf models. The car has become more luxurious and presentable compared to previous generations, while not losing its SUV skills.

The 120-series cars reached the conveyor in 2002, replacing the well-known land cruiser prado 90. The car was quite favorably received by buyers and car enthusiasts all over the world. The release of the model was produced until 2009, when it gave way to the next generation of the SUV, which received the Toyota Land Prado 150 index.

Correct body

The car has a fairly fresh and noticeable design. A European studio was responsible for the exterior of the model, which awarded the Prado 120 Land Cruiser with noticeable features in the form of head optics and brake lights located vertically, massive side sills and a recognizable silhouette. The car was produced with 5 or 3 doors, however, only the first version was officially supplied to us, and it is difficult to find a short wheelbase version on the market (3% of the total).

The 120th cruiser is a frame SUV, which has its advantages. This is confident behavior outside the asphalt and structural strength. Passive safety is also good, however, only until the moment of the collision the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is something more massive.


The frame itself is not ideally protected against corrosion. The first years of release (prado 2002-2004) tend to rust in all places of the check, so additional processing is necessary. On the body, red spots may appear in the area of ​​the rear door, near the arch extensions.

But the European counterparts are prone to other problems. Left frame cushions are prone to bursting. This is due to the asymmetrical arrangement of the fuel tank (the Arabic variation has two). Door hinges are also susceptible to subsidence - for those cars of 2003-2009 in the 120th body, in which the spare wheel is located on the trunk lid.

Overall dimensions Land Cruiser Prado 120

Comfortable salon

Torpedo transformation trunk
seat

There are fewer complaints about the 120 series cabin. Even early cars up to 2007 can survive in excellent condition. Among the claims is turbid windshield, interfering with the view with age, as well as the air conditioning system moping with age. The weak point is the mixing valve.

There are no complaints about the quality of the materials, but during the long-term operation of the car, the skin coarsens and cracks, however, this is true for all cars. The dimensions of the SUV made it possible to accommodate the third row of seats, and the car was produced in an 8-seater version. A multimedia system with a rear-view camera has been included in the equipment of the model since 2008. However, the picture quality is mediocre.

Specifications and fuel consumption

Gasoline and Diesel Engines

Toyota has developed new engines for the lc prado 120 series. Basic became gasoline engine 2.7 liters, capable of developing 173 horses at 241 Nm of torque. The motor is not bad, however, its performance characteristics are not outstanding. Considering how much an SUV weighs, acceleration and resource are slightly less than we would like.

The main problems of this engine are a leaking front oil seal, cracking pipes of the cooling system. Replacing the rings is often required by 200 thousand kilometers, and the valve clearances are subject to frequent adjustments. Engine cylinder head it is sensitive to the quality of fuel and will not live long when driving AI-92 together with HBO.

Also, the Land Cruiser Prado120 was equipped with a powerful 4-liter unit under the 1GR-FE index, developing 249 forces. It was also used on the 4runner model. His tech. characteristics are already sufficient for dynamic driving, despite the weight of the car. And the resource with normal care reaches half a million km of run.

Weak points of the engine - poorly developed crankcase ventilation system, contamination of throttles and attachments... The lamba probe quickly fails, which negatively affects fuel consumption and car acceleration.


Early specimens can spit out atifreeze from under cylinder head gaskets, and on the market there is a chance to meet a car after overheating. But if the car owner changed the oil on time and watched the valve adjustments, the engine will run for a really long time.

For Russian market prado 120 was offered with diesel engine, a volume of 3 liters, also familiar from the toyota hilux. The 163 horse modification is not bad, but it requires close attention. Diesel is sensitive to the quality of fuel and does not "take revenge" by breakdowns of the cylinder head, injectors, fuel pump... The average resource of injectors is 120-150 thousand km. The EGR valve can be a hassle too.

The car was equipped with a modification of the diesel engine forced up to 173 forces. It is recognized as the most unsuccessful, because there are frequent problems with the appearance of cracks in the pistons, a reduced resource of the turbine.

Gearboxes and drive

The SUV was supplied only with four-wheel drive, but had two gearbox options. There are no complaints at all about the automatic transmission. A hardy unit requiring only routine oil changes (every 60 thousand km.).

Suspension Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 Series

Some vehicles have air suspension. You should not be afraid of it - the resource is large enough. The main thing is not to abuse driving on dusty roads (air with particles gets into the compressor), and also to take care of the cylinders. The price of a new part is low - 8,000 rubles for one airbag and 30,000 for a pump.

Broken asphalt can sentence ball joints and arm rubber bands. The front suspension suffers more often. Sometimes the electronics on the shock absorbers fail. Hub bearings can lose their tightness or begin to creak after overcoming the fords.

Brakes and steering

The brakes are not bad, however, the weight of the car is quite high. That's why brake pads have to be changed often. The disks themselves are deformed due to high temperature... The weak point of the steering is the rods and tips. Their resource is small. In cars with an abundant off-road history, the rail mounts themselves are often broken.

Electronics and electrical

On the electrical side, the Toyota Land Cruiser 120 is all right. The only one weak point is a voltage regulator. If a part is defective, the battery and alternator can be damaged. In the engine compartment, oxidation of contacts and sensors of gasoline engines is often found.

Advantages and disadvantages

• reliable construction;
• confident behavior on rough terrain;
• robust and reliable engines.

• problem diesel engines;
• immodest appetite of gasoline engines;
• frame and body corrosion.

Comparison of Land Cruiser Prado 120 with Mitsubishi Pajero III and UAZ Patriot

When buying a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado, you should pay attention to the following places:

• corrosion of the frame in the places of reconciliation, the body on the tailgate and wheel arches;
• avoid diesel cars, and also make sure that gasoline modifications do not suffer from the consequences of overheating;
• avoid cars with "well-groomed" electrics;
• check the condition of the steering rods, tips, levers and brake discs.

Price and configuration of Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120

Initial price for copies of the first years is 750-800 thousand rubles... Fresh copies of the 2009 year of release and in a rich configuration are estimated at 1.7-1.9 million rubles.

Should you buy an SUV: reviews

Maxim, 39 years old:

“I took myself a land cruiser 120 from 2007. Before that was a cruiser 70. The car is completely satisfied. It provides excellent comfort on the road, and outside the city you can have fun on gullies. True, the 2.7 engine is weak in terms of characteristics, but the appetite is not so brutal. "

Photos of tuning the legendary model

This section contains photos Toyota SUV Land Cruiser Prado 2010.

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Video test drives Land Cruiser 120

You can learn about the behavior of an SUV on the asphalt and beyond by watching a video test drive the car and its comparison with the toyota 4runner.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 and 150 fuel consumption 2.7, 3.0, 4.0 Production of four-wheel drive SUV Toyota with a supporting frame started in 1987. In 2009 at the Frankfurt Motor Show

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 and 150 fuel consumption 2.7, 3.0, 4.0

The production of Toyota's four-wheel drive SUV with a supporting frame began in 1987. In 2009, the 4th generation of the Land Cruiser was presented to the public at the Frankfurt Motor Show Prado numbered 150, which, like its predecessor, is made in 3 and 5-door versions. The modern version of the car has a reinforced frame and differential locks.

Fuel consumption rate per 100 km

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In the 3rd generation, this SUV was equipped with 2.7 and 4.0 liter gasoline engines and a 3.0 liter diesel engine. Maximum speed - 163-175 km / h, average consumption of gasoline - 13.5-14.0 liters, diesel - 10.8 liters.

Real fuel consumption

• Stanislav, Sevastopol. I bought a brand new Prado in 2008, 249 hp, automatic transmission, 4.0 liter engine. After running 85 thousand, I can say that the main disadvantage of an SUV in its huge expense- up to 22 liters gasoline in the city with Conder. But on the highway at a speed of 120 km / h, the declared 11 liters are consumed.
• Artem, Moscow. I wanted to buy an SUV with a healthy appetite. The choice fell on diesel Land Cruiser 120. Assembled in 2004, 3.0d engine, mechanics. The car is just a tank on wheels - the pits are not even felt, roomy, heavy. Up to 13 liters of diesel is burned in the city, no more than 10 liters on the highway. How many liters I am also pleased with cheap MOT, although I have only changed rubber and oil for the whole time.
• Danila, Taganrog. The 3rd generation Toyota Land Cruiser Prado is a beast. I took the assembly of 2008 with a 2.7-liter engine on the mechanics, I still can't get enough of it. Over the past 3 years, only petrol filter and oil. Regarding the engine's appetite, about 9 liters are burned on the highway, in the city it is almost 2 times more.
• Anton, Chelyabinsk. I had a Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 120 from 2005 to 2008. I liked its exquisite design, ergonomics, the ratio of power and economy of the 4.0 engine. Consumption in summer 16 liters, in winter 19-21 liters. Outside the city, 12-13 liters fit calmly. Of the minuses, I remember an incomprehensible autobuck and antizanos - it was very difficult to get used to it.
• Alexander, Khabarovsk. Took a used one Cruiser Prado 2006 in the 120th body. The car has never failed. The main thing is to fill the 3-liter engine with a high-quality diesel engine. For 6 years of operation, almost not a single serious problem, only in small things - wear of the stabilizer bushings, suparts turn sour. Average diesel consumption is 11 liters.
• Murat, Tambov. In 2008, my wife and I took a newcomer from the salon. An off-road vehicle with a 2.7 liter engine with an automatic transmission. I like everything except the expense, but they knew nothing to be done about what they were buying. After running in, it turns out up to 11 liters on the highway and in the region of 18 liters in the urban cycle. Too many, but pluses bigger car well stuffed with various gadgets.
• Victor, Omsk. Land Cruiser Prado 120 4.0 liters, year of manufacture 2004. For our roads this is the most the best option: cross-country ability, reliability, cheap components and adequate consumption (10 liters on the highway and 15 in the city, in the winter on top + 2 liters). The car has almost no drawbacks, except for the inconvenient heating and mirror control buttons, as well as the lack of support for a USB flash drive.
• Peter, Belgorod. Parents presented a brand new 120th Prado for his birthday in 2004 with a 2.7 engine and automatic transmission. Mileage is now 183 thousand and the car still drives like new. With such an engine under the hood, Russian roads are not scary at all. But it has a price. high consumption gasoline. All 20 liters are spent in the city, about 15 liters on the highway.
• Eugene, St. Petersburg. I got as a gift a diesel version of 2005 with an automatic transmission. Japanese quality speaks for itself - the 120th Prado Cruiser is simply unkillable. Well, if this is done and succeeded, then spare parts are always in stock and always cheap. Everything suits the diesel engine - 13 liters for such a monster is not an expense.
• Nikolay, Kostroma. Drove with his father Land Cruiser Prado 120, assembled for the countries of the Persian Gulf. The 2.7 engine with mechanics perfectly pulls a huge SUV where other cars simply cannot pass. The car was produced in 2009, comfortable and ergonomic. But it only eats as much fuel as the 4-liter version up to 14-15 liters in the combined cycle.
• Andrey, Moscow. Land Cruiser Prado 4.0 AT, 2007 I bought 120 thousand kilometers with mileage. This is my fifth car and the best I've ever had - a reliable SUV for all roads and all weather conditions. In terms of consumption, about 19 liters of gasoline are burned in the city, and on the highway around 14 liters - for such dimensions and power, this is quite normal.
• Ilya, Magnitogorsk. Until the 120th Land Cruiser, my wife and I drove an old 90th model. What's wrong with this one, no problem. The 3.0 diesel engine pulls well, the ride is smooth, the dynamics are 5-plus. For me, there are no shortcomings, but even with this size of the car, the engine could eat less than 13.5 liters in the city.

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150 ") was shown in October 2009 at the International Motor Show in Frankfurt. The Prado 150 model is the fourth generation of the family of Land Cruiser SUVs of the Japanese concern Toyota. The first series (index 70), the second (index 90) and the third ( 120) were produced between 1987 and 2009.

Start of production

The fourth generation Toyota Prado 150 car, the photo of which is presented on the page, was put into mass production at the end of 2009, and its sales began in February 2010 under the Land Cruiser 2010 brand. The car was offered in three- and five-door versions. The Toyota Prado 150 was built on an improved 120 series platform. The wheelbase of the previous modification remained unchanged, but the dimensions new version increased due to a more voluminous body.

Modes of movement

Since all cars of the Land Cruiser family have frame structure, then the spars for the Toyota Prado 150 were reinforced to create a margin of safety. As in the previous 120th version, the new modification has four-wheel drive with permanent engagement in a ratio of 40x60 percent on the front and rear axles, respectively. At the same time, "Prado 150" is equipped with the Multi-Terrain system, which adjusts undercarriage car for four driving modes: on stones, on gravel, in viscous mud and in deep snow. Manual locking of differentials of both axles is available on the machine.

Toyota Prado 150: diesel, technical characteristics "

Most cars in 2010 were produced in a five-door body style. The engine was installed diesel. A seven-seater cabin with a lot of servo devices looks quite comfortable. The third row seats fold and unfold automatically, using an electric drive. The machine is equipped with rain, light and high atmospheric pressure sensors. Most of these options appear to be unnecessary, but their usefulness is not discussed.

Advantages

Toyota Prado 150 (diesel) is considered the preferred modification. The car, in addition to standard devices, is provided with an additional set of accessories, such as a system for starting the engine without an ignition key, video review reverse, pre-contact sensors throughout the rear of the car, 9-way audio system with a six-disc changer. The car "Toyota Prado 150" (diesel), the technical characteristics of which did not leave much to be desired, became more and more popular.

Interior

The internal space of the car leaves the impression of comfort and at the same time a rationally equipped room, in which there is nothing superfluous. The high seat gives the driver the ability to good view and the passenger seats are slightly tilted for greater comfort. The central panel is presented in the form of a wide console, it houses dozens of instruments and sensors. In the middle part there are auxiliary devices, for example, a clinometer, which determines the position of the car in relation to the horizon line. The limit values ​​of this device are 40 degrees, after passing the red mark, the siren turns on. Nearby is a multifunctional instrument cluster consisting of a thermometer, altimeter, barometer, average speed counter, timer.

Transformation possibilities

The level of comfort in the car is supported by numerous niches, tables, cup holders and shelves that retract into the seat backs. The salon can be transformed into a full-fledged cargo hold. To do this, you need to fold the third row of seats with a turn in the vertical plane, as well as the second row of seats. The result is a perfectly flat area for various loads.

Toyota Prado 150, characteristics

Cars for export to Arab countries were equipped with a plug-in all-wheel drive, and European modifications were carried out according to the scheme of permanent engagement of all four wheels. The "Thorsen" system was installed on cars for Europe, distributing the torque between the axles in a ratio of 40x60 percent. At the same time, the Torsen differential was locked directly if necessary, and then the vehicle's permeability increased to one hundred percent.

Dimensional and weight parameters:

• wheelbase - 2790 mm;
• vehicle length - 4760 mm;
• height - 1880 mm;
• width - 1885 mm;
• clearance, ground clearance - 220 mm;
• luggage compartment capacity - 1840 liters;
• curb weight - 2090 kg;
• gross weight - 2475 kg;
• fuel tank capacity - 97 liters;
• maximum speed - 195 km / h;
• fuel consumption per 100 kilometers, in mixed mode - 9.8 liters;

Complete set

The complete set of the car, regardless of its export direction, included the HAC-Hill Start Assist Control system, thanks to which the car could get under way while on an uphill slope of up to 32 degrees. Also, if necessary, a similar option was included for the descent of the DAC-Downhill Assist Control. For a frame SUV, this ability was especially valuable, since almost all roads in its path are replete with descents and steep climbs. In addition to these two most complex systems, the machine was equipped with VSC stability control and electronic optimization of the operation of both suspensions - TEMS Toyota Electronic Modulated Suspension. A more active analogue of anti-slip ABC under the designation A-TRC was also used.

The vehicle configurations in terms of current equipment are defined in four variants:

• Entry.
• Legend.
• Prestige.
• Executive.

The first is considered basic and includes 17-inch titanium alloy wheels, climate control, an audio system, fabric seat upholstery and tire pressure sensors.

The Legend trim includes nickel-plated body surfaces, electrically adjustable and heated exterior mirrors, leather steering wheel and control levers. 8-speaker multimedia system with subwoofer, 18-inch wheels.

The Prestige package equips the machine fog lights, rear and side video cameras, electric drives with memory function on the front seats, JBL audio player and navigator.

The most extensive SUV package is the Executive version, which includes all of the above functions and systems, plus leather interior trim with natural trim in valuable species of wood and Go navigation, combined with the Toyota Pre-Crash Safety system.

Power point

The Toyota Prado 150 engine for the Russian market is presented in several versions. This is a 2.7-liter 1 GR-FE gasoline engine with a thrust of 282 liters. with. and an additional Dual-VVT-i system, as well as a 1KD-FTV turbodiesel with a capacity of 173 liters. with.

Starting from 2011, petrol engines with a volume of 2.7 and 3.4 liters, with a capacity of 152 and 178 liters, were installed on the Toyota Prado 150 car. with. respectively; turbodiesel 1KZ-TE, three-liter volume, with a capacity of 125 liters. with.

The transmission was divided into four categories:

• four-wheel drive with included center differential, index H;
• locked center differential for slippery road surfaces, HL index;
• full neutral - N;
• locked center differential on low gear, for particularly difficult conditions;

Brake system

Ventilated discs on all wheels, dual-circuit hydraulic force wiring with a diagonal sequence, pressure regulator on the rear calipers, cutting off 50% of the hydraulics when the vehicle is lightly loaded. This short list testifies to the perfection of the brakes of the Prado 150 SUV. To the list you can add a special mechanism of sensitivity, which is equipped with a brake pedal. The miniature unit, as it were, responds to the driver's actions, inviting him to either loosen the pressure on the pedal, or push harder.

Body features

The frame structure of an SUV assumes a high degree of safety. In a collision, the body can deform in the area of ​​the tail, that is, thin metal parts that will absorb all the destructive energy. At the same time, the salon will remain intact. In order to counteract shock loads at the time of an accident, special shock-absorbing spars are installed in the engine compartment, thanks to which the heavy engine will remain practically in place, it will only go down due to the existing structure, but at the same time it will not move inside the car. The SUV's safety is also enhanced by passive aids, six perimeter crash airbags, three-point seat belts with pretensioners, shock-absorbing seatback padding and folding head restraints.

In addition, crumple zones are provided in the body itself, which should partially neutralize the force of an impact in a collision. These zones are located at the front and run along the fenders, wheel arches and the bulkhead dividing engine compartment and the interior of the car. At the rear of the car, shock-absorbing sections are located behind the bumper, on wheel arches, back doors and trunk flaps. In addition, all doors, including the luggage one, have built-in box-like structures that effectively dampen the inertia of an impact. All funds are active and passive safety SUVs together make up a sufficiently effective group to resist shock loads that occur at the time of an accident.