Toyota Land Cruiser 300 vs Hyundai New CRETA

A proper head-to-head in South Africa — we cover price, performance, petrol economy, safety and what it'll actually cost you to own each one long term.

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 in South Africa

Toyota Land Cruiser 300

3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic Diesel 10-Speed Automatic Current
ZAR 2,149,900 ex-showroom
⚡ 227 kW 🔧 700 Nm ⛽ 9.4 km/l
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Hyundai New CRETA in South Africa

Hyundai New CRETA

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Decision summary

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 vs Hyundai New CRETA: the short answer

The verified specification tables are ready to compare, but Hagalu has withheld a ranked verdict because the selected vehicles do not yet meet the minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold.

Five key differences

Exact selected derivatives
Specification Land Cruiser 300 New CRETA
Maximum Power Land Cruiser 300227 kW New CRETA-
Maximum Torque Land Cruiser 300700 Nm New CRETA-
Engine Size Land Cruiser 3003346 cc New CRETA-
Combined Fuel Economy Land Cruiser 3009.4 km/l New CRETA-
Ground Clearance Land Cruiser 300235 mm New CRETA-

Strongest published figure in that row; no road-test winner is implied.

Full Specs, Side by Side

Spec Land Cruiser 300 New CRETA
Model Introduced Year 2021 -
Generation 300-series Land Cruiser on latest LGAA platform New-generation South African CRETA preview
Facelift History New generation introduced in 2021 with complete redesign -
Facelift Launched Since 2021 -
Facelift Version Ending Current -
Body Style SUV SUV
Color Note White, Black, Silver, Grey, Dark Blue, Bronze -
Dealer Stock Note Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup -
Drivetrain Note Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic -
Model Year 2026 2026
Production Status active upcoming
Segment SUV Compact SUV
Tare Mass Kg 2430 kg -
Vehicle Type SUV Passenger Vehicle
Spec Land Cruiser 300 New CRETA
Length 4985 mm -
Width 1980 mm -
Height 1910 mm -
Wheelbase 2850 mm -
Ground Clearance (Default) 235 mm -
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load) Not Officially Disclosed -
Fuel Tank Capacity 110 l -
Boot/Cargo Space 309 l -
Kerb Weight 2430 kg -
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) 3300 kg -
Payload Capacity 870 kg -
Towing Capacity 3500 kg -
Seating Capacity 7 seats -
Number of Rows 3 rows -
Doors 5 doors -
Minimum Turning Radius 6 m -
Front Headroom 1010 mm -
Rear Headroom 957 mm -
Front Legroom 1105 mm -
Rear Legroom 900 mm -

In depth: how these cars differ

This Land Cruiser 300 and New CRETA comparison keeps the exact South African derivatives, lifecycle states, available prices and verified specifications side by side.

Hagalu has withheld an overall score because at least one selected vehicle does not yet have four comparable categories and 50% weighted source coverage. Missing catalogue evidence is not replaced with a neutral score or a guessed value.

Use the key-spec and full-spec tables to compare the fields that are confirmed. For a purchase decision, verify current availability, exact derivative equipment, finance, insurance and ownership cover with the relevant manufacturer or authorised retailer.

Specification Index Withheld

Hagalu does not turn missing specifications into neutral scores or guessed values.

Fail closed

Score withheld: fewer than four comparable categories or less than 50% weighted source coverage for at least one vehicle.

Use the verified key-spec and full-spec tables on this page. A ranked index will appear only after every selected vehicle has source-backed data in at least four categories and reaches 50% weighted coverage.

What the evidence means

No overall winner is declared because the selected vehicles do not yet meet Hagalu's minimum like-for-like source-coverage threshold. Compare the confirmed rows and verify the exact derivative before buying.

Land Cruiser 300 vs New CRETA questions

There is no universal winner. Use the comparison table to match the exact South African derivatives 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.