Source type: Official OEM South Africa
KIA K2500 vs Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
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.
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KIA K2500
2.5TD Tipper
Diesel
5-Speed Manual
Current
ZAR 460,995
ex-showroom
⚡ 70 kW
🔧 225 Nm
⛽ 9.5 km/l
VS
Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
2.7 4x4 VX 6AT
Petrol
6-Speed Automatic
Current
ZAR 761,400
ex-showroom
⚡ 122 kW
🔧 245 Nm
⛽ 9.3 km/l
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Add a 3rd car
Decision summary
KIA K2500 vs Toyota Land Cruiser FJ: the short answer
Land Cruiser FJ has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2500.
K2500 starts ZAR 289,005 cheaper
K2500 from ZAR 424,995 · Land Cruiser FJ from ZAR 714,000
Five key differences
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| Specification | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | K250070 kW @ 3600 rpm | Land Cruiser FJ122 kW @ 5200 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | K2500225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | Land Cruiser FJ245 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| Engine Size | K25002498 cc | Land Cruiser FJ2700 cc |
| Combined Fuel Economy | K25009.5 km/l | Land Cruiser FJ9.3 km/l |
| Ground Clearance | K2500195 mm | Land Cruiser FJ245 mm |
Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.
Source type: Toyota South Africa specification sheet issued 2026-07-16
What Each Car Gets Right (and Wrong)
K2500
Strengths
- Better fuel efficiency
Weak Spots
- Less powerful engine setup
- Fewer listed safety features
- Lower published practicality figures
Best suited to:
Published Efficiency
Specification evidence leader
Land Cruiser FJ
Strengths
- More powerful engine output
- Stronger listed safety equipment
- Stronger published practicality figures
Weak Spots
- Lower fuel efficiency
Best suited to:
Published Performance
Published Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
K2500
- Buyers prioritising the lower published fuel or energy use
Land Cruiser FJ
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published powertrain figures
- Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
- Buyers prioritising the stronger published space and capacity figures
Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 2000 | 2026 |
| Generation | Long-running commercial truck; second generation with D4BH engine | First-generation compact Land Cruiser FJ introduced in South Africa in 2026 |
| Facelift History | Updated periodically; current specification ongoing production | New South African model line launched in 2026 |
| Facelift Launched Since | Original current-generation version | New South African model line launched in 2026 |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | Current South African 2026 specification |
| Body Style | Van | SUV |
| Color Note | White (standard fleet specification) | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Top grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | active | active |
| Segment | Van | SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 1980 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Type | Van | SUV |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 5160 mm | 4610 mm |
| Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
| Height | 2120 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2890 mm | 2580 mm |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 195 mm | 245 mm |
| Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) | 145 mm | 125 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 63 l |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 3000 l | 488 l |
| Kerb Weight | 1980 kg | 1970 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 3500 kg | 2500 kg |
| Payload Capacity | 1000 kg | 530 kg |
| Towing Capacity | 1400 kg | 2500 kg |
| Seating Capacity | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Rows | 1 rows | 2 rows |
| Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Minimum Turning Radius | 12.5 m | 5.5 m |
| Front Headroom | 1010 mm | 994 mm |
| Rear Headroom | Not Applicable | 958 mm |
| Front Legroom | 1040 mm | 1044 mm |
| Rear Legroom | Not Applicable | 900 mm |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Rear Track Width | 1580 mm | 1555 mm |
| Front Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | Tread (mm) 1540 |
| Rear Suspension | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Tread (mm) 1555 |
| Chassis Type | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Power Steering | Yes | - |
| Steering Column | Adjustable | - |
| Front Spring Type | Coil Spring | - |
| Rear Spring Type | Leaf Spring | - |
| Front Anti-Roll Bar | Yes | - |
| Rear Anti-Roll Bar | No | - |
| Shock Absorber Type | Telescopic | - |
| Chassis Material | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Independent Double Wishbone | Tread (mm) 1540 |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | Rigid Axle Leaf Spring | Tread (mm) 1555 |
| Shock Absorbers | Telescopic | - |
| Suspension | Independent Double Wishbone | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Load Bed Width | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Climate Control | No | Auto Dual zone |
| Power Windows | No | All All One Touch |
| Keyless Entry | No | Standard Smart Entry |
| Push Button Start | No | Push Start |
| Wireless Charging | No | Yes |
| Sunroof | No | No |
| Electric Tailgate | No | Standard Manual |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | No | Not Available |
| Auto Dimming Mirror | No | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Window Defroster | No | - |
| Electric Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | No | - |
| Follow Me Home Headlamps | No | - |
| 12V Accessory Socket | Yes | - |
| Speed Limiter | Yes | - |
| AC Type | No | Auto Dual zone |
| Adaptive Dampers | No | - |
| Aero Kit | No | - |
| Auto Dimming Irvm | No | - |
| Boot Opener | Manual | - |
| Chrome Exterior Highlights | No | - |
| Chrome Grille | No | - |
| Climate Zones | 1 | - |
| Door Ajar Warning | Yes | - |
| Drag Coefficient | 0.46 | - |
| Driver Display | Analogue Cluster | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | No | - |
| Engine Check Warning | Yes | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | No | - |
| Engine Start Stop | No | Push Start |
| Engine Start Stop Button | No | Push Start |
| Engine Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Front Power Outlet | No | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 10.5 | - |
| Fuel Lid Opener | Manual | - |
| Glovebox Cooling | No | - |
| Headlamp Height Adjust | Yes | - |
| Headlamp Washer | No | - |
| Headrest Adjustable | Yes | - |
| Heads Up Display | No | - |
| Hill Start Assist | No | - |
| Impact Sensing Door Unlock | Yes | - |
| Intercooler | Yes | - |
| Multi Function Steering | No | - |
| Panoramic Roof | No | No |
| Performance Data Logger | No | - |
| Power Mirrors | No | - |
| Push Button Start | No | Push Start |
| Rear Defogger | No | - |
| Rear Reading Lamps | No | - |
| Rear Seat Split | No | - |
| Rear Wing | No | - |
| Remote Engine Start | No | - |
| Rev Matching | No | - |
| Ride Mode Selection | No | - |
| Roof Antenna | Yes | - |
| Seat Type | Vinyl Seats | - |
| Seatbelt Pre Tensioner | Yes | - |
| Service Reminder | Yes | - |
| Side Steps | No | - |
| Skid Plates | No | - |
| Spare Wheel | Full-Size Spare | Full Alloy |
| Speed Alert System | No | - |
| Stabilizer Bar | Yes | - |
| Steering Mounted Controls | No | - |
| Steering Response | Normal | - |
| Tachometer | Yes | - |
| Tail Lamps | No | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Trip Computer | Yes | - |
| Tyre Repair Kit | No | - |
| Vanity Mirror | No | - |
| Voice Command | No | - |
| Voice Command Support | No | - |
| Air Conditioning | No | Auto Dual zone |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Bottle Holders | 2 | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Centre Console | No | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | - |
| Diff Lock | No | - |
| Difflock | No | - |
| Digital Speedometer | No | - |
| Electric Fold Indicator Mirrors | No | - |
| Front Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Front Wiper | No | - |
| Front Wipers Type | No | - |
| Glove Box | Yes | - |
| Heated Mirrors | No | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | No | - |
| Lift Gate | No | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | 2200 mm | Not Applicable |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | 1600 mm | Not Applicable |
| Manual Aircon | No | - |
| Mirror | Manual | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | No | - |
| Power Socket 12v | Yes | - |
| Powered Tailgate | No | - |
| Reading Lights Rear | No | - |
| Rear Air Conditioning | No | - |
| Rear Diff Lock | Not Available | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Rear LED Combination Taillights | No | - |
| Rearview Mirror Inside | No | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Remote Side Mirror | No | - |
| Remote Start | No | - |
| Rim Size | 195R15C | F:265-60R18 Alloy- R:265-60R18 Alloy |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | No | - |
| Side Impact Bars | Yes | - |
| Sonar | No | - |
| Sound System | 2 | Standard 6 |
| Source Model Column | k2500 | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Front | Yes | - |
| Stabilizer Bar Rear | No | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Body-on-Frame | - |
| Surround View Monitor | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | No | Yes |
| Trim Level | top | - |
| Unlocking | No | Standard Smart Entry |
| Vanity Mirror Illuminated | No | - |
| Variant Role | Commercial utility derivative | - |
| Vdc | No | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | No | - |
| Walk Away Lock | No | - |
| Wireless Charger | No | Yes |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.5-litre Turbocharged Diesel | 2.7-litre Petrol |
| Engine Code | J2T | Market-specific engine family |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Petrol |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Engine Displacement | 2498 cc | 2700 cc |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 |
| Cylinder Layout | Inline | Inline |
| Valves | 8 | 16 |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 | 4 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | Turbocharged |
| Fuel System | Direct Injection Turbodiesel | Direct injection |
| Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Bore | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Stroke | 96 mm | 95 mm |
| Maximum Power | 70 kW @ 3600 rpm | 122 kW @ 5200 rpm |
| Maximum Torque | 225 Nm @ 1500 rpm | 245 Nm @ 4000 rpm |
| 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 | 5-Speed Manual | 6-Speed Automatic |
| Top Speed | 140 km/h | 165 km/h |
| 0-100 km/h | Not Officially Disclosed | 7.8 sec |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | 15.5 sec |
| Drive Modes | No | Eco, Comfort, Sport |
| Launch Control | No | No |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | 6500 rpm |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 35.4 kW/tonne | 61.9 kW/tonne |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 113.6 Nm/tonne | 124.4 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 |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Position | Front Transverse | - |
| Gearbox | 5-Speed Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Drivetrain Layout | RWD | 4WD Part-Time |
| LSD Available | No | Yes |
| Transfer Case | Not Applicable | Part-time four-wheel drive |
| Differential Lock | No | Rear |
| Paddle Shifters | No | Yes |
| Final Drive Ratio | 4.30 | Yes |
| Steering Turns Lock to Lock | 15.2:1 | - |
| Number of Gears | 5 | 6 |
| Transmission Type | Manual Transmission | 6-speed automatic |
| Clutch Type | Single Dry Disc | Yes |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Gear Shift Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | RWD | 4WD Part-Time |
| 4WD Engagement | Not Applicable | Part-time four-wheel drive |
| 4WD Hi Range | Not Applicable | Standard |
| 4WD Lo Range | Not Applicable | Standard |
| 4WD Selector | Not Applicable | Standard Switch |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | No | Yes |
| Differential Type Front | Not Available | - |
| Differential Type Rear | Not Available | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Gearbox Type | 5-Speed Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | Yes |
| Low Range | Not Applicable | Standard |
| Axle Layout | RWD | 4WD Part-Time |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | Rear |
| Transfer Case Guard | Not Available | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 5 | 6 |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 9.3 km/l |
| City Mileage | 8.0 km/l | 7.5 km/l |
| Highway Mileage | 11.1 km/l | 11.0 km/l |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 l | 63 l |
| Emission Standard | Euro 3 | Euro 2 Without OBD |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | No | Not Applicable |
| Auto Start Stop | No | Not Available |
| Low Fuel Warning | Yes | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 9.5 km/l | 9.3 km/l |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 75 | 63 |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | Not Applicable |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 0 | Curtain, Driver, Passenger, Driver Knee, Front Side |
| ABS | No | Standard |
| Electronic Stability Control | No | Standard |
| Traction Control | No | Standard, |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist | No | Yes |
| Child Safety Lock | No | Standard |
| ISOFIX Mounts | No | Standard 2 |
| Brake Assist | No | Standard |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | No | Yes |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Alarm System | No | - |
| Central Locking | Yes | - |
| Side Impact Beams | Yes | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Yes | Front + Rear |
| Speed Alert System | Yes | - |
| Pedestrian Detection AEB | No | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | No | Standard Front + Rear, Support Brake |
| Whiplash Protection | No | - |
| Lane Change Warning | No | - |
| AEB | No | Standard Pre-collision Seatbelt |
| BA | No | Standard |
| Brake Override System | Yes | Yes |
| Curtain Airbags | No | Standard |
| Driver Airbag | No | Standard |
| EBD | No | Standard |
| Engine Immobiliser | Yes | Standard |
| Fatigue Detection | No | - |
| Hill Hold | No | Yes |
| Passenger Airbag | No | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Yes | ELR, Pretensioner, Force Limiter |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Yes | Front + Rear |
| Side Airbags | No | Standard |
| Stability Control | No | Standard |
| TCS | No | Standard, |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | - |
| Knee Airbag | No | Standard |
| ABS EBD | No | Standard |
| Anti Theft Alarm | No | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 0 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | No | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | No | Standard Adaptive, All Speed |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Standard Adaptive, All Speed |
| Lane Keep Assist | No | Standard Lane Departure Alert |
| Lane Departure Warning | No | Standard Lane Departure Alert |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | No | Standard |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | No | Yes |
| Parking Sensors | No | Standard Front + Rear, Support Brake |
| Rear View Camera | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| 360 Degree Camera | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | No | Standard Pre-collision Seatbelt |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | No | Yes |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | No | Yes |
| Auto Highbeam | No | Not Available |
| Auto Lights | No | - |
| Auto Wipers | No | Intermittent, Time adjustable |
| Eco Mode | No | - |
| EV Mode | No | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | No | Standard Front + Rear, Support Brake |
| Reverse Camera | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Sport Mode | No | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | No | Standard Adaptive, All Speed |
| Park Assist | No | Yes |
| Around View Monitor | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Blind Spot Warning | No | Standard |
| Emergency Braking | No | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | No | Standard Pre-collision Seatbelt |
| Front Camera | No | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | No | - |
| Parking Sensor | No | - |
| Automatic High Beam | No | - |
| Pre-Collision System | No | - |
| Rain Sensor Wipers | No | - |
| Rear View Camera | No | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | No | - |
| Reversing Camera | No | - |
| Surround View Camera | No | Display Audio/ Panoramic View Monitor |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Vinyl | Synthetic Leather |
| Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Heated Seats | No | Yes |
| Ventilated Seats | No | Yes |
| Steering Type | Yes | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | No | Standard |
| Folding Rear Seats | No | - |
| Front Armrest | No | - |
| Rear Armrest | No | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | 1405 mm | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 1350 mm | - |
| Cup Holders | 2 | - |
| Rear AC Vents | No | - |
| Rear USB Ports | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Urethane | 3 Spoke Leather |
| Instrument Cluster Type | Analogue | - |
| Interior Colour Options | Grey | - |
| Driver Lumbar Support | No | - |
| Door Map Pockets | Yes | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | No | 60:40 |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Adjustable Front Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Cooled Seats | No | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Fabric Seats | No | - |
| Front Headrest | Adjustable | - |
| Leather Seats | No | - |
| Memory Seats | No | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | 2-Way Manual | Manual |
| Rear Headrest | No | - |
| Armrest Front | No | - |
| Armrest Rear | No | - |
| Driver Seat | 2-Way Manual | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Commercial cab, driver and passenger seating, basic instrumentation, air conditioning (Aircon variant), manual controls | - |
| Interior Trim Colour | Grey | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Vinyl | - |
| Interior Colours | Grey | - |
| Rear Seat Centre Armrest | No | - |
| Seat Adjustment Driver Backrest | No | - |
| Seat Belt Warning | Yes | - |
| Seat Fold Type | No | - |
| Seat Trim | Vinyl | Synthetic Leather |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 0-inch Touchscreen | Standard Display Audio, 8-inch |
| Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Android Auto | No | Standard |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | No | Yes |
| Number of Speakers | 2 | Standard 6 |
| Navigation System | No | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | No | Standard TFT, 7-inch |
| USB Ports | 0 | Standard 2PCs |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | No | Standard |
| Wireless Android Auto | No | Standard |
| FM Radio | Yes | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Voice Recognition | No | - |
| AUX Input | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 0 | 8-inch |
| Wi-Fi Hotspot | No | - |
| Audio Controls On Steering | No | - |
| Infotainment Display | 0 | - |
| Rear Usb | No | - |
| Premium Audio | No | - |
| Audio | Yes | - |
| Audio Speakers | 2 | Standard 6 |
| Audio System | Yes | - |
| Display Audio | 0-inch Touchscreen | - |
| Front Rear USB Charge Ports | 0 | - |
| Head Up Display | No | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 0 | 8-inch |
| Multi Information Display | Analogue | - |
| Connected Services | No | - |
| Voice Control | No | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | No | - |
| Radio | Yes | - |
| Touchscreen | 0 | 8-inch |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Daytime Running Lamps | Yes | Standard LED |
| Fog Lamps | No | Standard LED |
| Roof Rails | No | Standard |
| Alloy Wheel Design | Steel | - |
| Chrome Exterior Finish | No | - |
| Body Cladding | No | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | White | Platinum White Pearl, Ash Grey, Oxide Bronze, Attitude Black, Smokey Blue and Sand |
| Roof Type | Cab | - |
| Wing Mirror Type | Manual | - |
| Rear Wiper | No | - |
| Door Handle Finish | Metal | - |
| Body Type | Tipper Truck | - |
| DRL | Yes | Standard LED |
| Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Fog Lights | No | - |
| Led Headlights | No | Standard |
| Led Taillights | No | - |
| Rear Fog Lights | No | - |
| Front Overhang | 870 mm | - |
| Rear Overhang | 1400 mm | - |
| Auto Headlights | No | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | No | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | Yes | Standard LED |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Cab | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 1 | - |
| Exterior Door Handle Colour | Metal | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | No | - |
| Exterior Mirror Folding | No | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | No | Standard LED |
| Headlamp Levelling | No | - |
| Headlamps | No | Standard |
| Headlight Type | No | Standard |
| Headlights | No | Standard |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | No | Yes |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Rear Spoiler | No | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 25 deg | 29.0 deg |
| Departure Angle | 17 deg | 38.0 deg |
| Wading Depth | Not Available | 500 mm |
| Terrain Modes | Not Available | Normal; Eco; Sport; Off-road |
| Locking Differential | No | Rear |
| Underbody Protection | No | - |
| Ramp Breakover Angle | 15 deg | - |
| Recovery Hooks | Yes | - |
| 4WD System Type | Not Applicable | Part-time four-wheel drive |
| Hill Descent Control | Not Available | Standard |
| Ramp-over Angle | 19 deg | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 25 deg | 29.0 deg |
| Breakover Angle | 15 deg | 20 deg |
| Departure Angle Deg | 17 deg | 38.0 deg |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Front Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 195 mm | 245 mm |
| Ground Clearance Min | 195 mm | 245 mm |
| Off Road Descent Control | Not Available | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Not Available | - |
| Crawl Control | Not Available | - |
| Rear Skid Plate Guard | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Fuel Tank | Not Available | - |
| Skid Plates Transfer Case | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Normal | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Rock | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Not Available | - |
| Terrain Response System | Not Available | - |
| Underbody Camera | Not Available | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 195R15C | F:265-60R18 Alloy- R:265-60R18 Alloy |
| Wheel Type | Steel | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | Ventilated disc |
| Rear Brake Type | Drum | Disc |
| Spare Wheel Type | Full-Size Spare | Full Alloy |
| Front Brake Disc Diameter | 300 mm | - |
| Rear Brake Drum Diameter | 276 mm | - |
| Parking Brake Type | Manual | - |
| Tyre Load Index | 116 | - |
| Tyre Speed Rating | L | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 195R15C | F:265-60R18 Alloy- R:265-60R18 Alloy |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Drum | - |
| Spare Tyre | Full-Size Spare | Full Alloy |
| Tyre Type | Radial | - |
| Front Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Rear Tyre Width | 195 mm | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 195R15C | F:265-60R18 Alloy- R:265-60R18 Alloy |
| Auto Brake Hold | Manual | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | No | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | No | - |
| Electric Park Brake | Manual | - |
| Electronic Brakeforce Distribution | No | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Manual | Lever |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | No | - |
| Leather Steering Wheel | Urethane | - |
| Spare Wheel Size Type | Full-Size Spare | - |
| Steering Wheel Audio Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Phone Controls | No | - |
| Steering Wheel Trim | Urethane | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | No | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Wheel Material | Steel | - |
| Wheel Size Type | 195R15C | - |
| Wheels | Steel | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 7500 | 12 months / 10 000 km |
| Approx Service Cost | R2,000 per service | - |
| Battery Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | - |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 8.0 l | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 7500 | - |
| First Service At | 7500 | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 9 Services / 90 000 km |
| Service Plan Distance | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 9 Services / 90 000 km |
| Anti-Rust Treatment | Yes | - |
| Alternator | Yes | - |
| Service Plan | 1 Year / 15,000 km | 9 Services / 90 000 km |
| Service Intervals | 7500 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Kilometers | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Anti-Corrosion Warranty | 3 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Warranty | 5 Years / 150,000 km | 3 years / 100 000 km |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 275 g/km | 256 g/km |
| Start Stop System | No | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | - |
| Noise Level | 78 dB | - |
| Variable Valve Timing | No | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | B7 Diesel | - |
| Particulate Filter | DPF | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 3 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 289 | - |
| Fuel Evaporation Control | No | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 275 | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 6.8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 8.8 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10.0 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 11.7 l/100km | - |
| Spec | K2500 | Land Cruiser FJ |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Top | Private and family |
| Price Zar | 460995 ZAR | 761400 ZAR |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Flagship |
| Starting Price | 460995 | 761400 |
| Starting Price Zar | 460995 | 761400 |
In depth: how these cars differ
This K2500 and Land Cruiser FJ 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: K2500 41 vs Land Cruiser FJ 60.
Efficiency index: K2500 40 vs Land Cruiser FJ 38.
Safety-equipment index: K2500 0 vs Land Cruiser FJ 94.
Practicality index: K2500 71 vs Land Cruiser FJ 74.
Ownership-cover index: K2500 49 vs Land Cruiser FJ not separately scored.
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.
Model imagery
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Specification Evidence Index
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-index readout
Land Cruiser FJ leads by 28 points
Land Cruiser FJ has a large lead in Hagalu's source-backed catalogue index over K2500.
Evidence leader
68
/100
Lead
28
points
Data
74%
source coverage
68
#1
Evidence leader
Land Cruiser FJ
74% source coverage
2 strong categories
Best at
Safety 94
Check
Efficiency 38
Performance
60
Efficiency
38
Safety
94
Practicality
74
Leads by 28 points
40
#2
K2500
84% source coverage
1 strong categories
Best at
Practicality 71
Check
Safety 0
Performance
41
Efficiency
40
Safety
0
Practicality
71
Ownership
49
Performance 24%
Safety 22%
Practicality 22%
Efficiency 17%
Ownership 15%
Category leaders
What moves the verdict
Performance
Land Cruiser FJ +19
Efficiency
K2500 +2
Safety
Land Cruiser FJ +94
Practicality
Land Cruiser FJ +3
Large difference in the source-backed catalogue index.
Why this score View full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
Land Cruiser FJ
Performance
60/100
Efficiency
38/100
Safety
94/100
Practicality
74/100
K2500
Performance
41/100
Efficiency
40/100
Safety
0/100
Practicality
71/100
Ownership
49/100
What the evidence means
Evidence index
Toyota Land Cruiser FJ
leads the specification evidence index with 68 pts
vs 40 pts for K2500
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, Land Cruiser FJ leads. However, K2500 may suit buyers prioritising different confirmed fields. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.
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K2500 vs Land Cruiser FJ questions
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.
Compare only equipment explicitly listed for each derivative, including airbags, stability control and driver-assistance systems. Confirm the exact trim with the manufacturer, and treat any independent crash-test result separately because equipment and ratings can differ by market.
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.
Compare the published power, torque and 0–100 km/h rows when they are available for both exact derivatives. Vehicle weight, gearing and power delivery also matter, so catalogue outputs alone do not establish real-world overtaking or response.