A proper head-to-head in South Africa — compare price, performance,
fuel economy or electric range, safety and the details that shape long-term ownership.
Toyota GR86 vs Toyota Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab: the short answer
GR86 and Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
GR86 starts ZAR 51,100 cheaperGR86 from ZAR 749,900 · Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab from ZAR 801,000
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Maximum Power
GR86173 kW @ 7000 rpm
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab202 kW
Maximum Torque
GR86250 Nm @ 3700 rpm
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab381 Nm
Engine Size
GR862387 cc
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab3956 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
GR8610.9 km/l
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab13 km/l
Ground Clearance
GR86130 mm
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab235 mm
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Independent editorial assessment
Hagalu editorial ratings
When a variant is selected, its rating out of five applies only to that exact derivative; a model-range review is not inherited. Editorial ratings are separate from the Specification Evidence Index out of 100 and are not customer ratings.
Toyota GR86
2.4 Automatic
Hagalu editorial ratingNot yet rated
No complete editorial rating is published for this exact variant. This is not a zero score.
Not yet rated means a complete review is not published; it does not mean the vehicle scored zero. Read the rating methodology.
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
GR86
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:General Use
Specification evidence leader
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
GR86
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
360 Degree Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
Standard
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Parking Distance Sensors
Rear
Not Available
Parking Sensor
Rear
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Rear
Not Available
Pre-Collision System
Not Available
Not Available
Rain Sensor Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
Not Available
Reversing Camera
Standard
Not Available
Surround View Camera
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Parking Sensors
Rear
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
4WD Engagement
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Hi Range
Not Applicable
Available
4WD Lo Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Selector
Not Applicable
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Automatic Shift Paddles
Standard
No
Axle Layout
RWD
4WD
Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Differential Type Front
Not Available
-
Differential Type Rear
Not Available
-
Drivetrain
RWD
4WD/
Drivetrain Layout
Rear Wheel Drive
4WD Part-Time
Engine Position
Front Longitudinal
-
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
4
5
Gear Shift Type
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
6-Speed Manual
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
6-Speed Manual
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Automatic with Paddle Shifters
6-Speed Manual
LSD Available
Torsen LSD
Standard
Low Range
Not Applicable
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Paddle Shifters
Standard
No
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Not Applicable
Standard
Transfer Case Guard
Not Available
-
Transmission Speeds
4
5
Transmission Type
Automatic
Manual
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
-
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
4WD System Type
Not Applicable
Four-wheel drive
Approach Angle
-
Not Available
Approach Angle Deg
-
-
Crawl Control
Not Available
-
Departure Angle
-
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
-
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Not Available
Front Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
130 mm
235 mm
Ground Clearance Min
130 mm
235 mm
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Locking Differential
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Off Road Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Off Road Traction Assist
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Rear Skid Plate Guard
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Fuel Tank
Not Available
-
Skid Plates Transfer Case
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Mud
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Normal
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Rock
Not Available
-
Terrain Mode Sand
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Snow
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Modes
Not Available
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Terrain Response System
Not Available
-
Underbody Camera
Not Available
-
Underbody Protection
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Wading Depth
-
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
-
-
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
60 40 Split Seat
50/50 Split
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Armrest
Standard
Not Available
Armrest Front
Standard
Not Available
Armrest Rear
Not Available
-
Driver Seat
Manual
Manual
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Fabric Seats
Sport Fabric/Suede
Vinyl
Folding Rear Seats
50/50 Split
Not Available
Heated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Instrument Cluster Type
7-inch Digital
Not Available
Interior Colour Options
5
3
Interior Colours
5
3
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Driver-focused cockpit, sports seats, digital cluster, infotainment system
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Sport Fabric/Suede
Vinyl
Rear Armrest
Not Available
-
Rear Seat Centre Armrest
Not Available
-
Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Seat Fold Type
50/50 Split
Not Available
Seat Material
Sport Fabric/Suede
Vinyl
Seat Trim
Sport Fabric/Suede
Vinyl
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Steering Type
Electric
Hydraulic
Rear USB Ports
2
2
Ventilated Seats
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual
Manual
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
ABS
Standard with Sport Mode
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard with Sport Mode
Standard
AEB
Not Available
Not Available
Airbags
7
2
Alarm System
Standard
Standard
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Standard
BA
Standard
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
7
2
Driver Passenger Airbags
7
2
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Standard with Track Mode
Standard
Hill Descent Control
Not Available
Standard
Hill Hold
Standard
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Side Impact Beams
Standard
-
Stability Control
Standard with Track Mode
Standard
TCS
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Driver Airbag
7
2
Passenger Airbag
7
2
EBD
Standard with Sport Mode
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Not Available
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
AC Type
Manual AC
Manual AC
Accelerator 0 100
6.9 sec
9.5 sec
Air Conditioning
Manual AC
Manual AC
Auto Dimming Irvm
Standard
-
Auto Dimming Mirror
Standard
-
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
-
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
-
Centre Console
Standard
Not Available
Climate Control
Manual AC
Manual AC
Climate Zones
Manual AC
Manual AC
Common Rail Injection
Direct + Port Injection
Multi-Point EFI
Diff Lock
Not Applicable
-
Difflock
Not Applicable
-
Digital Speedometer
7-inch Digital
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Not Available
Engine Warranty
Not Applicable
5 Years / 150,000 km
Front Armrest
Standard
Not Available
Front Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Fuel Consumption Combined
9.2
10.5
Hill Start Assist
Standard
Standard
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Not Available
Lift Gate
Not Available
Not Available
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
-
Load Bed Light
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Manual Aircon
Manual AC
Manual AC
Mirror
All Doors
All Doors
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Not Available
Panoramic Roof
Not Available
Not Available
Passive Entry Start
Standard
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Doors
All Doors
Power Windows
All Doors
All Doors
Powered Tailgate
Not Available
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Rain Sensing Wipers
Standard
Not Available
Rear Diff Lock
Not Available
-
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Seat Split
50/50 Split
Not Available
Rear Wing
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Rearview Mirror Inside
Standard
-
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Not Available
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Standard
Roof Rack Compatibility
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Sport Fabric/Suede
Vinyl
Side Impact Bars
Standard
-
Skid Plates
Not Available
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Sonar
Rear
Not Available
Sound System
6
4
Source Model Column
gr86
land-cruiser-79-double-cab
Spare Wheel
Space Saver
Full-Size
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Sub Frame
Monocoque
-
Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Surround View Monitor
Not Available
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Bakkie towing support
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trim Level
top
mid
Unlocking
Standard
Not Available
Variant Role
Core range derivative
Core range derivative
Vdc
Standard with Track Mode
Standard
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Not Available
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Not Available
Voice Command
Standard
Standard
Voice Command Support
Standard
Standard
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
Not Available
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charger
Not Available
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Doors
All Doors
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Boot Space Seats Folded
237 l
Not Applicable
Rim Size
18-inch BBS Alloy
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
-
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
-
Not Available
Rev Matching
-
Not Available
Side Steps
-
Standard/available
Stabilizer Bar
-
Front
Rear Step Bumper
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Side Step
-
Standard/available
Sport Plus Mode
-
Not Available
Stabilizer Bar Front
-
Front
Tie Down Hooks
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Towbar
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Hitch
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Stability Assist
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
-
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
City Mileage
8 km/l
11.0 km/l
Claimed Mileage
10.9 km/l
13 km/l
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 4
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
87 l
Fuel Tank Litres
50
87
Highway Mileage
12 km/l
15.5 km/l
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
10.9 km/l
13 km/l
Auto Start Stop
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Alloy Wheel Design
18-inch BBS Alloy
Not Available
Auto Headlights
Standard
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Not Available
Body Cladding
Not Available
-
Body Type
Sedan
Pickup
Chrome Exterior Finish
Not Available
Standard
Daytime Running Lamps
LED
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
LED
Standard
DRL
LED
Standard
Electric Blind Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Exterior Colour Options
5
3
Exterior Colour Options
5
6
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Doors
All Doors
Fog Lamps
LED
Standard
Fog Lights
LED
Standard
Front Fog Lamps
LED
Standard
Front Fog Lights
LED
Standard
Headlamp Levelling
Full LED
Standard
Headlamps
Full LED
Standard
Headlight Type
Full LED
Standard
Headlights
Full LED
Standard
LED Headlamps
Full LED
Standard
Led Headlights
Full LED
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Panoramic Sunroof
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Roof Rails
Not Available
Not Available
Roof Type
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Spoiler
Rear Spoiler
Not Available
Active Exhaust
-
Not Available
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Audio Speakers
6
4
Audio System
6
4
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Connected Services
Standard
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
7-inch Digital
Not Applicable
Display Audio
8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Front Rear USB Charge Ports
2
2
Infotainment System
8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Display
8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Infotainment Screen
8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Multi Information Display
7-inch Digital
Not Available
Navigation System
Standard
Standard
Rear Usb
2
2
Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
Standard
Number of Speakers
6
4
Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
9-inch Touchscreen
USB Ports
2
2
Voice Control
Standard
Standard
Voice Recognition
Standard
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Standard
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
6 Years
-
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
3 Years
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
3 years / 100 000 km
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Not Available
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Disc
Brake Type Rear
Solid Disc
Drum
Brakes
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Disc
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Standard
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc Brembo
Disc
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Rear Brake Type
Solid Disc
Drum
Spare Tyre
Space Saver
Full-Size
Spare Wheel Size Type
Space Saver
Full-Size
Spare Wheel Type
Space Saver
Full-Size
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Standard
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Size
215/40 R18
265/70 R16
Tyre Type
215/40 R18
265/70 R16
Wheel Material
18-inch BBS Alloy
Not Available
Wheel Type
18-inch BBS Alloy
Not Available
Wheels
18-inch BBS Alloy
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
18-inch BBS Alloy
Not Available
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Wheel Diameter
18-inch BBS Alloy
Not Available
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Battery Warranty
Not Applicable
5 Years / 150,000 km
Maintenance Plan
Optional
5 Years / 90,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
-
Approx Service Cost
Approx R5,500
-
Service Interval
10,000 km or 6 Months
-
Service Intervals
10,000 km or 6 Months
-
Service Plan
Optional
5 Years / 90,000 km
Service Plan Distance
Optional
5 Years / 90,000 km
Service Plan Duration
Optional
5 Years / 90,000 km
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Body Style
Sedan
Pickup
Color Note
White, Red, Black, Grey, Blue
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Mid grade in the South Africa lineup
Model Year
2026
2026
Segment
Sedan
Pickup
Tare Mass Kg
1270 kg
2050 kg
Vehicle Type
Sedan
Pickup
Model Introduced Year
2022
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Second generation GR86 with improved 2.4L engine
Current South African Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Second generation introduced in 2022 with more power
Model-year updates can affect trim, wheels, screens, safety equipment and colours. Use the latest South African price list when checking a specific vehicle.
Facelift Launched Since
2022
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Production Status
active
active
Body Type Cab
-
Single/extended/double cab as per derivative name
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Boot/Cargo Space
237 l
470 l
Doors
4 doors
4 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity
50 l
87 l
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
1660 kg
3100 kg
Ground Clearance (Default)
130 mm
235 mm
Height
1310 mm
1855 mm
Kerb Weight
1270 kg
2050 kg
Length
4265 mm
5270 mm
Seating Capacity
4 seats
5 seats
Minimum Turning Radius
5.4 m
6.4 m
Wheelbase
2575 mm
3085 mm
Width
1775 mm
1855 mm
Payload Capacity
390 kg
1050 kg
Number of Rows
2 rows
2 rows
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
125 mm
Towing Capacity
1600 kg
3500 kg
Front Headroom
998 mm
983 mm
Rear Headroom
958 mm
951 mm
Front Legroom
1050 mm
1033 mm
Rear Legroom
891 mm
886 mm
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Chassis Material
Monocoque
-
Chassis Type
Monocoque
-
Front Spring Type
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Front Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Front Suspension Type
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Front Track Width
1520 mm
Not Applicable
Power Steering
Electric
Hydraulic
Rear Axle Type
Double Wishbone
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Rear Spring Type
Double Wishbone
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Rear Suspension
Double Wishbone
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Rear Suspension Type
Double Wishbone
Leaf Spring with Solid Axle
Rear Track Width
1540 mm
Not Applicable
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt
Suspension
MacPherson Strut
Coil Spring with Solid Axle
Front Anti-Roll Bar
-
Front
MagneRide Damping
-
Not Available
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
CO2 Emissions
177 g/km
276 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
177
276
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Euro 4
Hybrid System Type
Not Applicable
Not Available
Idle CO2 Output
177
276
Noise Level
70 dB
-
Particulate Filter
Not Available
Not Available
Start Stop System
Not Available
-
Fuel Octane Requirement
Petrol
Petrol
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Ownership Role
Top
Mid
Price Zar
799900 ZAR
870000 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
799900
870000
Starting Price Zar
799900
870000
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Real-world City Mileage Max
10 l/100km
17 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Min
8 l/100km
14 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
13 l/100km
13 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
11 l/100km
11 l/100km
Owner Review Count
9
7
Spec
GR86
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Engine
2.4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
4-litre Naturally Aspirated Petrol
Fuel Type
Petrol
Petrol
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2387 cc
3956 cc
Cylinders
4
6
Cylinder Layout
Boxer
Inline
Valves
16
24
Valves per Cylinder
4
4
Aspiration
Naturally Aspirated
Naturally Aspirated
Fuel System
Dual Injection
Multi-Point Injection
Compression Ratio
12.5:1
10.5:1
Maximum Power
173 kW @ 7000 rpm
202 kW
Maximum Torque
250 Nm @ 3700 rpm
381 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Type
RWD
4WD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Manual
Top Speed
226 km/h
175 km/h
0-100 km/h
6.9 sec
9.5 sec
Power-to-Weight Ratio
136.2 kW/tonne
98.5 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
196.9 Nm/tonne
185.9 Nm/tonne
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Electric Range
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Power
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
AC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
DC Charging Time
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Regenerative Braking
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Market-specific engine family
Bore
82.0 mm
82.0 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
94.6 mm
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
No
Rev Limiter
6500 rpm
6500 rpm
In depth: how these cars differ
This GR86 and Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab comparison uses the exact derivatives selected above for South Africa. The catalogue index covers performance, efficiency, safety equipment, practicality and ownership cover only where comparable source-backed fields are present.
Performance index: GR86 67 vs Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 78.
Efficiency index: GR86 45 vs Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 49.
Safety-equipment index: GR86 96 vs Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 50.
Practicality index: GR86 46 vs Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 85.
Ownership-cover index: GR86 43 vs Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab 43.
These figures are Hagalu catalogue-comparison indicators, not customer ratings, crash-test scores, resale guarantees or a substitute for a road test. Each page shows its weighted source coverage beside the result.
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A transparent comparison of published catalogue fields. This is not a road-test score, owner rating or editorial review rating, and it appears only when every vehicle clears the same comparable-data threshold.
Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab leads by 2 points
GR86 and Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab are close on the comparable published fields, so buyer priorities should decide.
Performance
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab +11
Efficiency
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab +4
Safety
GR86 +46
Practicality
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab +39
Ownership
Level
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
Performance
78/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
50/100
Practicality
85/100
Ownership
43/100
GR86
Performance
67/100
Efficiency
45/100
Safety
96/100
Practicality
46/100
Ownership
43/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexToyota Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab
leads the specification evidence index with 63 pts
vs 61 pts for GR86
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Land Cruiser 79 Double Cab leads. However, GR86 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the models and available derivatives in South Africa on price, safety equipment, space, powertrain and ownership cover. The category indicators summarise published catalogue data; they are not a road test or customer rating.
Compare the published consumption or mileage rows for the exact derivatives using the same unit and test basis. A catalogue figure is useful for like-for-like comparison, but traffic, speed, load, weather and driving style can change actual fuel use.
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A reliable five-year total cannot be calculated from catalogue data alone. Add the exact purchase and finance cost, fuel or electricity, insurance quotes, scheduled servicing, tyres and expected resale value. Check whether the selected derivative includes a service or maintenance plan.
Use the seating, boot or load-space, ISOFIX and safety rows as a first check. Then test the exact cars with your child seats, passengers and typical luggage, because published dimensions do not show every access or comfort difference.
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