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Decision summary
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado vs GWM P500: the short answer
P500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Land Cruiser Prado remains close.
P500 starts ZAR 180,100 cheaperLand Cruiser Prado from ZAR 980,000 · P500 from ZAR 799,900
Five key differences
Exact selected derivatives
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Specification
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Maximum Power
Land Cruiser Prado150 kW
P500255 kW
Maximum Torque
Land Cruiser Prado500 Nm
P500648 Nm
Engine Size
Land Cruiser Prado2755 cc
P5002000 cc
Combined Fuel Economy
Land Cruiser Prado12.3 km/l
P50010.2 km/l
Ground Clearance
Land Cruiser Prado220 mm
P500224 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 Land Cruiser Prado
2.8 VX 4x4 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)
Land Cruiser Prado
Strengths
Stronger listed safety equipment
Weak Spots
Less powerful engine setup
Lower fuel efficiency
Lower published practicality figures
Lower published ownership cover
Best suited to:General Use
Specification evidence leader
P500
Strengths
More powerful engine output
Better fuel efficiency
Stronger published practicality figures
Stronger published ownership cover
Weak Spots
Fewer listed safety features
Best suited to:Published PerformancePublished EfficiencyPublished Practicality
Which One's Right for You?
Land Cruiser Prado
Buyers prioritising the more complete listed safety equipment
P500
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
Buyers prioritising the stronger published warranty or service cover
Full Specs, Side by Side
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Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Model Introduced Year
1996
Current local generation year not confirmed
Generation
Current Prado represents the latest evolution of Toyota’s global Land Cruiser platform with modern safety and comfort upgrades
Current South African P500 listing; generation notes should be kept tied to the local model year and confirmed derivative data.
Facelift History
Major redesigns in 2009, 2017 and latest generation updates improving technology and safety
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
2017
Original current-generation version
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Current
Body Style
SUV
Double-cab pickup
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Dark Blue
Colour availability changes by model year, production batch and dealer stock, check the current colour selector before ordering.
Dealer Stock Note
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Flagship grade in the South Africa lineup
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.8 VX 4x4 Automatic
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.0T HEV Ultra Luxury 4x4 9HAT
Model Year
2026
2026
Production Status
active
published
Segment
SUV
Pickup
Tare Mass Kg
2250 kg
2761 kg
Vehicle Type
SUV
Pickup
Body Type Cab
-
Pickup
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Length
4840 mm
5445 mm
Width
1885 mm
1991 mm
Height
1890 mm
1924 mm
Wheelbase
2790 mm
3350 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
220 mm
224 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
150 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l
80 l
Boot/Cargo Space
120 l
450 l
Kerb Weight
2250 kg
2810 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2990 kg
3495 kg
Payload Capacity
740 kg
685 kg
Towing Capacity
3000 kg
3500 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
5 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
2 rows
Doors
5 doors
4 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 m
6.0 m
Front Headroom
995 mm
1000 mm
Rear Headroom
957 mm
960 mm
Front Legroom
1042 mm
1050 mm
Rear Legroom
882 mm
900 mm
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Not Available
Rear Suspension
4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser
Not Available
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
Not Available
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Not Available
Rear Axle Type
4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser
-
Rear Suspension Type
4-Link Rigid with Stabiliser
Not Available
Suspension
Double Wishbone
-
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Climate Control
Triple Zone Automatic
Not Available
Power Windows
All Windows
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Smart Key
Not Available
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Charging
Standard
Not Available
Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Electric Tailgate
Hands Free Electric
Not Available
Automatic Headlamps
LED with Auto Leveling
-
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
Boot Space Seats Folded
120 l
Not Applicable
AC Type
Triple Zone Automatic
Not Available
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Not Available
Climate Zones
Triple Zone Automatic
-
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Windows
-
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
-
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Not Available
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Not Available
Engine Warranty
2 Years
5
Fuel Consumption Combined
8.1
9.8
Panoramic Roof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Not Available
Power Mirrors
All Windows
-
Push Button Start
Standard
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Not Available
Seat Type
Leather
-
Side Steps
Standard/available
-
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Voice Command
Built-in GPS Navigation
Standard
Voice Command Support
Built-in GPS Navigation
-
Accelerator 0 100
9.8 sec
-
Air Conditioning
Triple Zone Automatic
Not Available
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
Rear differential lock
Difflock
Rear and Center Locking Differential
Rear differential lock
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
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
-
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
-
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
-
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
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
Not Available
Roof Rack Compatibility
Silver Roof Rails
-
Side Step
Standard/available
-
Sonar
Front and Rear
-
Sound System
14
10-speaker premium audio
Source Model Column
land-cruiser-prado
p500
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
-
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Sub Frame
Ladder Frame Reinforced
-
Surround View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
-
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Bakkie towing support
TPMS
Standard
Not Available
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trim Level
flagship
flagship
Unlocking
Smart Key
Not Available
Variant Role
Flagship / premium derivative
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
Not Available
Rear Step Bumper
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Tie Down Hooks
-
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Towbar
-
Bakkie towing support
Trailer Hitch
-
Bakkie towing support
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Engine
2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel
2-litre Turbocharged Petrol Hybrid
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Not Officially Disclosed
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hybrid
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Self Charging Hybrid
Engine Displacement
2755 cc
2000 cc
Cylinders
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves
16
Not Officially Disclosed
Valves per Cylinder
4
Not Officially Disclosed
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Not Officially Disclosed
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Not Officially Disclosed
Bore
82.0 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Stroke
94.6 mm
Not Officially Disclosed
Maximum Power
150 kW
255 kW
Maximum Torque
500 Nm
648 Nm
Combined Power
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Combined Torque
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Type
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Number of Motors
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Motor Location
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Type
4WD
4WD
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
9-Speed Automatic
Top Speed
175 km/h
Not Officially Disclosed
0-100 km/h
9.8 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
Not Officially Disclosed
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Not Officially Disclosed
Launch Control
No
Not Officially Disclosed
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Not Officially Disclosed
Power-to-Weight Ratio
66.7 kW/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
222.2 Nm/tonne
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Usable Battery Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
Battery Type
Not Applicable
Lithium-ion
Battery Voltage
Not Applicable
Not Officially Disclosed
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 Officially Disclosed
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Ladder Frame
4WD / AWD
LSD Available
Electronic
Not Applicable
Transfer Case
Low Range with Crawl Control
Not Applicable
Differential Lock
Rear and Center Locking Differential
Rear differential lock
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Number of Gears
4
9
Transmission Type
Automatic
Automatic
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Yes
Gear Shift Type
6-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
Not Applicable
4WD Engagement
Available
Available
4WD Hi Range
Available
Available
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Automatic
Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Standard
Axle Layout
4x4
Not Applicable
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
4
9
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Claimed Mileage
12.3 km/l
10.2 km/l
City Mileage
9 km/l
8.2 km/l
Highway Mileage
12 km/l
11.9 km/l
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l
80 l
Emission Standard
Euro 5
Not Applicable
AdBlue Tank Capacity
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Auto Start Stop
Standard
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
12.3 km/l
10.2 km/l
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
87
80
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
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Airbags
9
Front dual, front side, curtain and front centre airbags
ABS
Standard
Not Available
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
Traction Control
Standard
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Not Available
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
Not Available
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Alarm System
Standard
-
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
AEB
Standard
Not Available
BA
Standard
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Not Available
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Driver Airbag
9
Not Available
EBD
Standard
Not Available
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
Not Available
Hill Hold
Not Available
Not Available
Passenger Airbag
9
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
Not Available
Side Airbags
Not Available
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Not Available
TCS
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
-
Knee Airbag
Not Available
Not Available
ABS EBD
Standard
Not Available
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
-
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
9
-
Driver Passenger Airbags
9
-
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
-
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Standard
Not Available
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Standard
Not Available
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
Rear View Camera
Standard
Not Available
360 Degree Camera
Standard
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Standard
Not Available
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Not Available
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Not Available
Auto Lights
LED with Auto Leveling
-
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Not Available
EV Mode
Not Available
-
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Not Available
Reverse Camera
Standard
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Standard
Not Available
Park Assist
Not Available
Not Available
Around View Monitor
Standard
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Standard
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Standard
-
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
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
Not Available
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Seat Material
Leather
Not Applicable
Seat Adjustment
Power Adjustable with Memory
-
Heated Seats
Front Heated
Not Applicable
Ventilated Seats
Front Ventilated
Not Applicable
Steering Type
Power Assisted
-
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
-
Ambient Lighting
Premium Ambient Lighting
Not Applicable
Front Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Rear Shoulder Room
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Steering Wheel Material
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Interior Colour Options
5
3
60 40 Split Seat
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Adjustable Driver Seat
Power Adjustable with Memory
-
Driver Seat Adjustment
Power Adjustable with Memory
Not Applicable
Fabric Seats
Leather
-
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual with Lumbar Support
Not Applicable
Driver Seat
Power Adjustable with Memory
-
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium cabin materials, large touchscreen infotainment, leather seats, multi-zone climate control
Cabin trim, seating material, screen layout and driver-assistance equipment vary by derivative. Compare the chosen P500 grade before assuming a feature is included.
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Leather
-
Interior Colours
5
3
Seat Trim
Leather
Not Applicable
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Infotainment System
9-inch Premium Touchscreen
SYNC
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Not Available
Number of Speakers
14
10-speaker premium audio
Navigation System
Built-in GPS Navigation
Standard
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
USB Ports
Not Available
Not Available
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Standard
Not Available
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Not Available
Voice Recognition
Built-in GPS Navigation
Standard
Infotainment Screen Size
9-inch Premium Touchscreen
SYNC
Infotainment Display
9-inch Premium Touchscreen
-
Audio Speakers
14
10-speaker premium audio
Audio System
14
10-speaker premium audio
Display Audio
9-inch Premium Touchscreen
-
Infotainment Screen
9-inch Premium Touchscreen
SYNC
Connected Services
Standard
SYNC
Voice Control
Built-in GPS Navigation
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
-
Touchscreen
9-inch Premium Touchscreen
SYNC
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
LED Headlamps
LED with Auto Leveling
Not Available
Daytime Running Lamps
LED DRL
Not Available
Fog Lamps
LED Front and Rear
Not Available
Roof Rails
Silver Roof Rails
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
19-inch Alloy
-
Exterior Colour Options
5
3
Roof Type
Electric Sunroof
-
Body Type
SUV
Pickup
DRL
LED DRL
Not Available
Fog Lights
LED Front and Rear
-
Front Fog Lights
LED Front and Rear
-
Led Headlights
LED with Auto Leveling
Not Available
Auto Headlights
LED with Auto Leveling
-
Automatic Headlamps
LED with Auto Leveling
-
Daytime Running Lights
LED DRL
Not Available
Electric Blind Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
-
Exterior Colour Options
6
3
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Windows
-
Front Fog Lamps
LED Front and Rear
Not Available
Headlamp Levelling
LED with Auto Leveling
-
Headlamps
LED with Auto Leveling
Not Available
Headlight Type
LED with Auto Leveling
Not Available
Headlights
LED with Auto Leveling
Not Available
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Pickup utility fitment/compatibility
Panoramic Sunroof
Electric Sunroof
Not Available
Active Exhaust
Not Available
Not Available
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Approach Angle
31 deg
Not Available
Departure Angle
25 deg
Not Available
Wading Depth
700 mm
Not Available
Terrain Modes
Mud Sand Rock Snow
Not Available
Locking Differential
Rear and Center Locking Differential
Rear differential lock
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Not Applicable
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Approach Angle Deg
31 deg
-
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
25 deg
-
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
-
Ground Clearance Max
220 mm
224 mm
Ground Clearance Min
220 mm
224 mm
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
-
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Not Available
Wading Depth Mm
700 mm
-
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Tyre Size
265/60 R19
Not Available
Wheel Type
19-inch Alloy
-
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Not Available
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Not Available
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Not Available
Wheel Rim Size
19-inch Alloy
Not Available
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
-
Brake Type Rear
Disc
-
Tyre Type
265/60 R19
-
Wheel Diameter
19-inch Alloy
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Standard
-
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
-
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
-
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
-
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
-
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
-
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Not Available
Wheel Material
19-inch Alloy
-
Wheels
19-inch Alloy
-
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
10000
Approx Service Cost
Premium
Included in Service Plan
Battery Warranty
2 Years
8 Years / 160,000 km
Maintenance Plan
2 Years
5 Years / 75,000 km
Engine Oil Change Interval
10000 km / 12 months
10,000 km
Service Plan Duration
2 Years
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan Distance
2 Years
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Plan
2 Years
5 Years / 75,000 km
Service Intervals
10000 km / 12 months
10000
First Service At
-
5000
Anti-Rust Treatment
-
Yes
Alternator
-
110A
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
Warranty Years
3 years / 100 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Kilometers
3 years / 100 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Yes
Basic Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Yes
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
5 Years / 100,000 km
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Yes
Anti-Corrosion Warranty
-
6 Years
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
CO2 Emissions
215 g/km
0 g/km
Start Stop System
Standard
-
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Hybrid
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Hybrid
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
-
Idle CO2 Output
215
0
CO2 Emissions G Km
215
0
Particulate Filter
-
Not Available
Spec
Land Cruiser Prado
P500
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
P500
Ownership Role
Flagship
Flagship
Price Zar
1150000 ZAR
999900 ZAR
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Current listed price
Starting Price
1150000
999900
Starting Price Zar
1150000
999900
In depth: how these cars differ
This Land Cruiser Prado and P500 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: Land Cruiser Prado 76 vs P500 98.
Efficiency index: Land Cruiser Prado 49 vs P500 50.
Safety-equipment index: Land Cruiser Prado 98 vs P500 88.
Practicality index: Land Cruiser Prado 69 vs P500 78.
Ownership-cover index: Land Cruiser Prado 40 vs P500 65.
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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Evidence / 100
Evidence-index readout
P500 leads by 9 points
P500 has a modest catalogue-index lead, while Land Cruiser Prado remains close.
Close catalogue match. Buyer priorities should decide the outcome.
Why this scoreView full breakdown
Evidence-index leader
P500
Performance
98/100
Efficiency
50/100
Safety
88/100
Practicality
78/100
Ownership
65/100
Land Cruiser Prado
Performance
76/100
Efficiency
49/100
Safety
98/100
Practicality
69/100
Ownership
40/100
What the evidence means
Evidence indexGWM P500
leads the specification evidence index with 78 pts
vs 69 pts for Land Cruiser Prado
In Hagalu's specification evidence index, P500 leads. However, Land Cruiser Prado 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.
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.
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