Source type: Official OEM South Africa
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 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 Prado
Hyundai New CRETA
Decision summary
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado vs Hyundai New CRETA: the short answer
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Five key differences
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| Specification | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Power | Land Cruiser Prado150 kW | New CRETA- |
| Maximum Torque | Land Cruiser Prado500 Nm | New CRETA- |
| Engine Size | Land Cruiser Prado2755 cc | New CRETA- |
| Combined Fuel Economy | Land Cruiser Prado12.3 km/l | New CRETA- |
| Ground Clearance | Land Cruiser Prado220 mm | New CRETA- |
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Source type: Hyundai Automotive South Africa
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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
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Full Specs, Side by Side
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| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Model Introduced Year | 1996 | - |
| Generation | Current Prado represents the latest evolution of Toyota’s global Land Cruiser platform with modern safety and comfort upgrades | New-generation South African CRETA preview |
| Facelift History | Major redesigns in 2009, 2017 and latest generation updates improving technology and safety | - |
| Facelift Launched Since | 2017 | - |
| Facelift Version Ending | Current | - |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Color Note | White, Black, Silver, Grey, Dark Blue | - |
| Dealer Stock Note | Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup | - |
| Drivetrain Note | Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.8 VX 4x4 Automatic | - |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Production Status | published | upcoming |
| Segment | SUV | Compact SUV |
| Tare Mass Kg | 2250 kg | - |
| Vehicle Type | SUV | Passenger Vehicle |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4840 mm | - |
| Width | 1885 mm | - |
| Height | 1890 mm | - |
| Wheelbase | 2790 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance (Default) | 220 mm | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 l | - |
| Boot/Cargo Space | 120 l | - |
| Kerb Weight | 2250 kg | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) | 2990 kg | - |
| Towing Capacity | 3000 kg | - |
| Seating Capacity | 7 seats | - |
| Doors | 5 doors | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Front Track Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Track Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbone | - |
| Rear Suspension | 4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser | - |
| Chassis Type | Ladder Frame Reinforced | - |
| Power Steering | Power Assisted | - |
| Steering Column | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Front Spring Type | Double Wishbone | - |
| Rear Spring Type | 4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser | - |
| Chassis Material | Ladder Frame Reinforced | - |
| Front Suspension Type | Double Wishbone | - |
| MagneRide Damping | Not Available | - |
| Rear Axle Type | 4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser | - |
| Rear Suspension Type | 4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser | - |
| Suspension | Double Wishbone | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Load Bed Length | Not Applicable | - |
| Load Bed Width | Not Applicable | - |
| Climate Control | Triple Zone Automatic | - |
| Power Windows | All Windows | - |
| Keyless Entry | Smart Key | - |
| Push Button Start | Standard | - |
| Wireless Charging | Standard | - |
| Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | - |
| Electric Tailgate | Hands Free Electric | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Rain Sensing Wipers | Not Available | - |
| Boot Space Seats Folded | 120 l | - |
| AC Type | Triple Zone Automatic | - |
| Adaptive Dampers | Not Available | - |
| Climate Zones | Triple Zone Automatic | - |
| Electric Folding Mirrors | All Windows | - |
| Engine Start Button Illumination | Standard | - |
| Engine Start Stop | Standard | - |
| Engine Start Stop Button | Standard | - |
| Engine Warranty | 2 Years | - |
| Fuel Consumption Combined | 8.1 | - |
| Panoramic Roof | Electric Sunroof | - |
| Performance Data Logger | Not Available | - |
| Power Mirrors | All Windows | - |
| Push Button Start | Standard | - |
| Rev Matching | Not Available | - |
| Seat Type | Leather | - |
| Side Steps | Standard/available | - |
| Skid Plates | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Telescopic Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Tilt Steering | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Voice Command | Built-in GPS Navigation | - |
| Voice Command Support | Built-in GPS Navigation | - |
| Accelerator 0 100 | 9.8 sec | - |
| Air Conditioning | Triple Zone Automatic | - |
| Battery Preconditioning | Not Available | - |
| Bed Extender | Not Available | - |
| Canopy Fitment | Not Available | - |
| Common Rail Injection | Common Rail Direct Injection | - |
| Diff Lock | Rear and Center Locking Differential | - |
| Difflock | Rear and Center Locking Differential | - |
| Intelligent Battery System | Not Available | - |
| Intelligent Keyless Entry | Smart Key | - |
| Lift Gate | Hands Free Electric | - |
| Load Bed Cover | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Light | Not Available | - |
| Load Bed Steps | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Depth Mm | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Length Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Loadbox Rope Hooks | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Tiedown Brackets | Not Available | - |
| Loadbox Width Mm | Not Applicable | - |
| Manual Aircon | Triple Zone Automatic | - |
| Mirror | All Windows | - |
| One Pedal Driving | Not Available | - |
| Passive Entry Start | Smart Key | - |
| Powered Tailgate | Hands Free Electric | - |
| Rear Electric Motor | Not Available | - |
| Regenerative Braking Levels | Not Available | - |
| Remote Central Locking | Smart Key | - |
| Rim Size | 19-inch Alloy | - |
| Roof Rack Compatibility | Silver Roof Rails | - |
| Side Step | Standard/available | - |
| Sonar | Front and Rear | - |
| Sound System | 14 | - |
| Source Model Column | land-cruiser-prado | - |
| Sport Plus Mode | Not Available | - |
| Sports Bar | Not Available | - |
| Steering Column Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Sub Frame | Ladder Frame Reinforced | - |
| Surround View Monitor | Standard | - |
| Tailgate Damper | Not Available | - |
| Tailgate Lock | Not Available | - |
| Tow Bar Type | Not Available | - |
| TPMS | Standard | - |
| Trailer Stability Assist | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Trailer Sway Control | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Trim Level | flagship | - |
| Unlocking | Smart Key | - |
| Variant Role | Flagship / premium derivative | - |
| Vdc | Standard | - |
| Vehicle To Grid | Not Available | - |
| Vehicle To Load | Not Available | - |
| Walk Away Auto Door Lock | Smart Key | - |
| Walk Away Lock | Smart Key | - |
| Wireless Charger | Standard | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel | - |
| Engine Code | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | - |
| Hybrid System | Not Applicable | - |
| Engine Displacement | 2755 cc | - |
| Cylinders | 4 | - |
| Cylinder Layout | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Valves | 16 | - |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 | - |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | - |
| Fuel System | Common Rail Direct Injection | - |
| Compression Ratio | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Bore | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Stroke | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Maximum Power | 150 kW | - |
| Maximum Torque | 500 Nm | - |
| Combined Power | Not Applicable | - |
| Combined Torque | Not Applicable | - |
| Motor Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Number of Motors | Not Applicable | - |
| Motor Location | Not Applicable | - |
| Drive Type | 4WD | - |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Automatic | - |
| Top Speed | 175 km/h | - |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.8 sec | - |
| Quarter Mile | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Drive Modes | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Launch Control | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Rev Limiter | Not Officially Disclosed | - |
| Power-to-Weight Ratio | 66.7 kW/tonne | - |
| Torque-to-Weight Ratio | 222.2 Nm/tonne | - |
| Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | - |
| Usable Battery Capacity | Not Applicable | - |
| Battery Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Battery Voltage | Not Applicable | - |
| Electric Range | Not Applicable | - |
| AC Charging Power | Not Applicable | - |
| DC Charging Power | Not Applicable | - |
| AC Charging Time | Not Applicable | - |
| DC Charging Time | Not Applicable | - |
| Regenerative Braking | Not Applicable | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Gearbox | 6-Speed Automatic | - |
| Drivetrain Layout | Ladder Frame | - |
| LSD Available | Electronic | - |
| Transfer Case | Low Range with Crawl Control | - |
| Differential Lock | Rear and Center Locking Differential | - |
| Paddle Shifters | Not Applicable | - |
| Final Drive Ratio | Not Applicable | - |
| Number of Gears | 4 | - |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | - |
| Clutch Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Gear Shift Indicator | Not Applicable | - |
| Gear Shift Type | 6-Speed Automatic | - |
| Drivetrain | 4WD / AWD | - |
| 4WD Engagement | Available | - |
| 4WD Hi Range | Available | - |
| 4WD Lo Range | Available where 4WD low range is fitted | - |
| 4WD Selector | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Automatic Shift Paddles | Not Applicable | - |
| Drive Mode Selector | 4WD/off-road drive mode support | - |
| Front Differential Lock | Not Applicable | - |
| Gearbox Type | 6-Speed Automatic | - |
| Low Range Ratio | Not Applicable | - |
| Low Range | Available where 4WD low range is fitted | - |
| Axle Layout | 4x4 | - |
| Rear Differential Lock | Not Applicable | - |
| Transmission Speeds | 4 | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed Mileage | 12.3 km/l | - |
| City Mileage | 9 km/l | - |
| Highway Mileage | 12 km/l | - |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 l | - |
| Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| AdBlue Tank Capacity | Not Applicable | - |
| Auto Start Stop | Standard | - |
| Real-world Mileage | 12.3 km/l | - |
| Charging Port Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Charging Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Fuel Tank Litres | 87 | - |
| Combined Driving Range | Not Applicable | - |
| Electric Consumption | Not Applicable | - |
| Range Real World Highway | Not Applicable | - |
| Range Real World Mixed | Not Applicable | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 9 | - |
| ABS | Standard | - |
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard | - |
| Traction Control | Standard | - |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | - |
| Hill Start Assist | Not Available | - |
| Child Safety Lock | Standard | - |
| ISOFIX Mounts | Standard | - |
| Brake Assist | Standard | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitor | Standard | - |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | - |
| Alarm System | Standard | - |
| Seatbelt Warning All Seats | Not Available | - |
| Front Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | - |
| AEB | Standard | - |
| BA | Standard | - |
| Brake Override System | Not Available | - |
| Curtain Airbags | Not Available | - |
| Driver Airbag | 9 | - |
| EBD | Standard | - |
| Engine Immobiliser | Standard | - |
| Hill Hold | Not Available | - |
| Passenger Airbag | 9 | - |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | - |
| Seatbelt Pretensioners | Not Available | - |
| Seatbelt Reminder | Not Available | - |
| Side Airbags | Not Available | - |
| Stability Control | Standard | - |
| TCS | Standard | - |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | - |
| Knee Airbag | Not Available | - |
| ABS EBD | Standard | - |
| Anti Theft Alarm | Standard | - |
| Driver Front Passenger Airbags | 9 | - |
| Driver Passenger Airbags | 9 | - |
| ESC With Traction Control | Standard | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Cruise Control | Standard | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | - |
| Lane Keep Assist | Standard | - |
| Lane Departure Warning | Standard | - |
| Blind Spot Monitoring | Standard | - |
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | Standard | - |
| Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | - |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | - |
| 360 Degree Camera | Standard | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Braking | Standard | - |
| Driver Fatigue Alert | Not Available | - |
| Traffic Sign Recognition | Not Available | - |
| Auto Highbeam | Not Available | - |
| Auto Lights | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Auto Wipers | Not Available | - |
| EV Mode | Not Available | - |
| Rear Parking Sensors | Front and Rear | - |
| Reverse Camera | Standard | - |
| Adaptive Cruise Control | Standard | - |
| Park Assist | Not Available | - |
| Around View Monitor | Standard | - |
| Blind Spot Warning | Standard | - |
| Emergency Braking | Standard | - |
| Forward Collision Warning | Not Available | - |
| Parking Distance Sensors | Front and Rear | - |
| Parking Sensor | Front and Rear | - |
| Pre-Collision System | Standard | - |
| Rear View Camera | Standard | - |
| Reverse Camera Type | Standard | - |
| Reversing Camera | Standard | - |
| Surround View Camera | Standard | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Seat Material | Leather | - |
| Seat Adjustment | Power Adjustable with Memory | - |
| Heated Seats | Front Heated | - |
| Ventilated Seats | Front Ventilated | - |
| Steering Type | Power Assisted | - |
| Steering Adjustment | Tilt and Telescopic | - |
| Ambient Lighting | Premium Ambient Lighting | - |
| Front Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | - |
| Rear Shoulder Room | Not Applicable | - |
| Steering Wheel Material | Not Applicable | - |
| Interior Colour Options | 5 | - |
| 60 40 Split Seat | Not Applicable | - |
| Adjustable Driver Seat | Power Adjustable with Memory | - |
| Driver Seat Adjustment | Power Adjustable with Memory | - |
| Fabric Seats | Leather | - |
| Passenger Seat Adjustment | Manual with Lumbar Support | - |
| Driver Seat | Power Adjustable with Memory | - |
| Interior Courtesy Lamps | Premium cabin materials, large touchscreen infotainment, leather seats, multi-zone climate control | - |
| Leather Accented Seat Trim | Leather | - |
| Interior Colours | 5 | - |
| Seat Trim | Leather | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Infotainment System | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | - |
| Apple CarPlay | Standard | - |
| Android Auto | Standard | - |
| Bluetooth Connectivity | Standard | - |
| Number of Speakers | 14 | - |
| Navigation System | Built-in GPS Navigation | - |
| Digital Instrument Cluster | Not Applicable | - |
| USB Ports | Not Available | - |
| Wireless Apple CarPlay | Standard | - |
| Wireless Android Auto | Standard | - |
| Voice Recognition | Built-in GPS Navigation | - |
| Infotainment Screen Size | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | - |
| Infotainment Display | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | - |
| Audio Speakers | 14 | - |
| Audio System | 14 | - |
| Display Audio | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | - |
| Infotainment Screen | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | - |
| Connected Services | Standard | - |
| Voice Control | Built-in GPS Navigation | - |
| Smartphone Connectivity | Standard | - |
| Touchscreen | 9-inch Premium Touchscreen | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| LED Headlamps | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Daytime Running Lamps | LED DRL | - |
| Fog Lamps | LED Front and Rear | - |
| Roof Rails | Silver Roof Rails | - |
| Alloy Wheel Design | 19-inch Alloy | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 5 | Fiery Red, Titan Grey, Typhoon Silver, Atlas White, Abyss Black Pearl |
| Roof Type | Electric Sunroof | - |
| Body Type | SUV | - |
| DRL | LED DRL | - |
| Fog Lights | LED Front and Rear | - |
| Front Fog Lights | LED Front and Rear | - |
| Led Headlights | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Auto Headlights | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Automatic Headlamps | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Daytime Running Lights | LED DRL | - |
| Electric Blind Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | - |
| Exterior Colour Options | 6 | - |
| Exterior Mirror Electric | All Windows | - |
| Front Fog Lamps | LED Front and Rear | - |
| Headlamp Levelling | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Headlamps | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Headlight Type | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Headlights | LED with Auto Leveling | - |
| Load Bed Liner | Not Available | - |
| Panoramic Sunroof | Electric Sunroof | - |
| Active Exhaust | Not Available | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Approach Angle | 31 deg | - |
| Departure Angle | 25 deg | - |
| Wading Depth | 700 mm | - |
| Terrain Modes | Mud Sand Rock Snow | - |
| Locking Differential | Rear and Center Locking Differential | - |
| Underbody Protection | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| 4WD System Type | Four-wheel drive | - |
| Hill Descent Control | Standard | - |
| Approach Angle Deg | 31 deg | - |
| Breakover Angle | Not Available | - |
| Departure Angle Deg | 25 deg | - |
| Energy Recovery Display | Not Available | - |
| Ground Clearance Max | 220 mm | - |
| Ground Clearance Min | 220 mm | - |
| Off Road Descent Control | Standard | - |
| Off Road Traction Assist | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Terrain Mode Mud | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Terrain Mode Sand | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Terrain Mode Snow | Confirmed 4WD derivative | - |
| Wading Depth Mm | 700 mm | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Size | 265/60 R19 | - |
| Wheel Type | 19-inch Alloy | - |
| Front Brake Type | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Rear Brake Type | Disc | - |
| Spare Wheel Type | Not Available | - |
| Wheel Rim Size | 19-inch Alloy | - |
| Brake Type Front | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Brake Type Rear | Disc | - |
| Tyre Type | 265/60 R19 | - |
| Wheel Diameter | 19-inch Alloy | - |
| Autonomous Emergency Brake | Standard | - |
| Brakes | Ventilated Disc | - |
| Cornering Brake Control | Standard | - |
| Fifth Wheel Prep | Not Available | - |
| Handbrake Type | Not Applicable | - |
| Hydraulic Brake Assist | Standard | - |
| Steering Wheel Cruise Controls | Standard | - |
| Tyre Pressure Display | Standard | - |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring | Standard | - |
| Wheel Material | 19-inch Alloy | - |
| Wheels | 19-inch Alloy | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Service Interval | 10000 km / 12 months | - |
| Approx Service Cost | Premium | - |
| Battery Warranty | 2 Years | - |
| Maintenance Plan | 2 Years | - |
| Engine Oil Change Interval | 10000 km / 12 months | - |
| Service Plan Duration | 2 Years | - |
| Service Plan Distance | 2 Years | - |
| Service Plan | 2 Years | - |
| Service Intervals | 10000 km / 12 months | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty Years | 3 years / 100 000 km | - |
| Warranty Kilometers | 3 years / 100 000 km | - |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Basic Warranty | 3 years / 100 000 km | - |
| Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Warranty | 3 years / 100 000 km | - |
| Warranty Roadside Assistance | 3 Years | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| CO2 Emissions | 215 g/km | - |
| Start Stop System | Standard | - |
| Hybrid System Type | Not Available | - |
| Fuel Octane Requirement | Diesel | - |
| Euro Emission Standard | Euro 5 | - |
| Idle CO2 Output | 215 | - |
| CO2 Emissions G Km | 215 | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Real-world City Mileage Min | 7 l/100km | - |
| Real-world City Mileage Max | 9 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Min | 10 l/100km | - |
| Real-world Highway Mileage Max | 12 l/100km | - |
| Owner Review Count | 21 | - |
| Spec | Land Cruiser Prado | New CRETA |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership Role | Flagship | Compact family SUV |
| Price Zar | 1150000 ZAR | - |
| Pricing Role | Current listed price | Announced price not publicly listed |
| Starting Price | 1150000 | - |
| Starting Price Zar | 1150000 | - |
In depth: how these cars differ
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Land Cruiser Prado vs New CRETA questions
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