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Toyota Land Cruiser 300

Price in South Africa, real specs & fuel economy — 2026

Model year 2026 Generation 300-series Land Cruiser on latest LGAA platform Current version 2021 Body style SUV
Toyota Land Cruiser 300 now includes the South African ZX HEV and GR-S HEV performance-hybrid flagships.
ZAR 2,149,900
On-road in
ZAR 2,186,698
Ex-showroom ZAR 2,149,900
Finance estimate from ZAR 32,549/month Based on 3.3D GX-R 4x4 Automatic Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:3346cc (3.3L) Torque:700Nm (516 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:235mm (9.3″) Power:227kW (304 bhp) Boot309L (10.9 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 9.4 km/l (22 mpg)
City 8.7 km/l (20 mpg)
Highway 10 km/l (24 mpg)
User Reported 7–9 city / 10–12 hwy km/l Medium confidence · 12 reviews

On-road pricing varies by dealer. Fuel figures are manufacturer claims or source-backed estimates where a separate city/highway cycle is not published; your real numbers depend on traffic, terrain and driving style.

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Estimate monthly vehicle finance for the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 in South Africa. The default illustration uses the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest over 60 months and no balloon payment.

Estimated monthly instalment
ZAR 32,549
Total Interest
ZAR 472,944
Total Payable
ZAR 1,952,944
Principal Interest

* Illustrative estimate based on the ex-showroom price, approximately 20% deposit, 11.5% nominal annual interest, 60 months and no balloon payment, using the 3.3D GX-R 4x4 Automatic. Excludes initiation fees, monthly service fees, credit-life insurance and vehicle insurance. Your lender quotation may differ.

Source-backed vehicle data • Verified by the Hagalu team

Toyota Land Cruiser 300

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 now includes the South African ZX HEV and GR-S HEV performance-hybrid flagships.

The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is a current South African SUV positioned for families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. It is represented locally by 4 current derivatives. Confirmed South African pricing runs from R1 849 900 to R2 343 800, so the range covers both the cost-sensitive entry decision and the better-equipped upper grades. That makes it useful to read the range as a real buying ladder, not just as one badge on a showroom menu. The South African range now spans 3.3-litre twin-turbo diesel and 3.5-litre 1M-HEV performance-hybrid power with 10-speed automatic transmissions. The HEV derivatives publish 341 kW and 790 Nm combined, alongside the diesel records at 227 kW and 700 Nm. Drivetrain coverage includes 4WD / AWD, which is important when separating daily commuter trims from rough-road or load-focused derivatives. The derivative walk is central to the buying decision. Current local records include 3.3D GX-R and VX-R diesels plus LC300 ZX HEV and LC 300 GR-S HEV. The lower grades make sense for buyers who want the body style and warranty position at the lowest realistic monthly cost, while the higher grades are aimed at shoppers who want more cabin comfort, convenience equipment or drivetrain capability from the factory. The packaging facts that shape daily ownership include seating listed as 7 seats; door layouts listed as 5; boot or cargo figures around 309; towing references around 3500; ground-clearance references around 235 mm. These are the numbers buyers should compare before choosing between body styles or trims. Ownership and cabin detail is not just a brochure exercise: infotainment screen references around 12.3-inch Touchscreen and 12.3-inch Premium Touchscreen; airbag coverage around 10; warranty cover listed as 3 years / 100 000 km; service or maintenance cover listed as Optional, and trim-by-trim equipment still matters when comparing monthly cost. In South African use, the Land Cruiser 300 has to deal with short urban trips, hot-weather highway running, rougher suburban surfaces and the cost discipline that comes with finance, insurance and tyres. The best version is therefore not automatically the cheapest or the most expensive one. It is the derivative whose engine, transmission, seating, load space and equipment match the owner's normal week. Fleet and business buyers should focus on uptime, load needs and service cover; private buyers should compare comfort, safety equipment, fuel use and resale appeal. The main caution is to avoid treating every Land Cruiser 300 derivative as the same car. Price, transmission, drivetrain, cabin specification and practical measurements can shift the ownership case materially. A careful buyer should shortlist by use case first, then compare the confirmed variant price and specification against rivals in the same South African segment. A useful ownership check for the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is to separate the emotional appeal of the SUV shape from the weekly jobs it must do. A local buyer should write down the normal passenger count, parking conditions, monthly distance, holiday luggage, work equipment and the worst road surface the vehicle will realistically see. That list quickly shows whether the entry derivative is enough, whether a middle grade is the sensible comfort point, or whether the top grade adds hardware that will actually be used. With 4 current local derivatives, the smartest comparison is usually within the range first and against rivals second. Finance cost, insurance, tyres and service cover should be checked at the same time as the brochure features, because a small jump in purchase price can become meaningful over a normal ownership term.

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 — Quick Facts

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
3.3D GX-R 4x4 Automatic Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 1,849,900
3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 2,149,900
LC 300 GR-S HEV Flagship Hybrid Automatic ZAR 2,343,800
LC300 ZX HEV Top Hybrid Automatic ZAR 2,287,700
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
3.3D GX-R 4x4 Automatic Top Diesel Automatic ZAR 1,849,900
3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic Flagship Diesel Automatic ZAR 2,149,900
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Transmission Price
LC 300 GR-S HEV Flagship Hybrid Automatic ZAR 2,343,800
LC300 ZX HEV Top Hybrid Automatic ZAR 2,287,700
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Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Specifications

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
Driving fit

Where the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Fits Best

A practical view of the buyer and roads this model is best suited to.

Who buys this

The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 suits families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. It is strongest for buyers who already know the body format works for their parking, family, business or leisure needs, and who now need to choose the right derivative by monthly cost, transmission, equipment and practical capability. It is less suited to shoppers who only want the lowest advertised price without checking what changes between trims.

City
In city use the Land Cruiser 300 should be judged by visibility, parking effort, stop-start comfort and the way the automatic transmission behaves in traffic. An SUV with a sensible seating position can make daily errands easier, but buyers should still check wheel size, camera availability and low-speed ride comfort on the exact derivative they intend to buy. For the Land Cruiser 300, city use also means potholes, tight shopping-centre ramps, speed humps, heat-soaked traffic and short trips where fuel use can rise. The most comfortable derivative is the one that combines the right gearbox response, seating position and parking support with tyre sizes that do not punish everyday surfaces.
Highway
On longer South African routes the Land Cruiser 300 needs stable cruising manners, predictable overtaking and a cabin that does not become tiring after several hours. Published consumption references around 10.6 l/100km help frame running costs, while output references around 227 kW help explain overtaking confidence. Buyers who travel with passengers or cargo should compare the loaded feel and not rely only on solo test-drive impressions. A buyer who drives between provinces or carries family on holiday should also consider noise, seat support, spare-wheel arrangements, overtaking response and how confidently the vehicle holds speed when loaded. Those details often separate two trims that look similar on paper.
Off-Road
For gravel roads, farms, construction sites or holiday routes, choose the Land Cruiser 300 derivative with the correct drivetrain and tyre package rather than assuming the body shape alone is enough. Ground-clearance references around 235 mm add context. Two-wheel-drive versions can still be useful on poor surfaces, but serious off-road work belongs to derivatives with the proper traction hardware and underbody tolerance. Where rougher roads are part of ownership, the buyer should check tyres, underbody clearance, approach to traction control and recovery practicality before relying on the body style. If the route is mainly tar, comfort and running costs should take priority over unused off-road image.
4.5/5
Hagalu editorial score 4.5 out of 5 Reviewed by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-12

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 — Should You Buy It?

4.5/5
Hagalu review: Toyota Land Cruiser 300
Hagalu editorial review by Hagalu Editorial Team · 2026-08-12

For South African shoppers, the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 deserves attention because it gives families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort a defined place in the local market. The strongest derivatives are the ones that combine the required body format with an honest equipment level and a powertrain that will not feel overworked in normal use. The packaging facts that shape daily ownership include seating listed as 7 seats; door layouts listed as 5; boot or cargo figures around 309; towing references around 3500; ground-clearance references around 235 mm. These are the numbers buyers should compare before choosing between body styles or trims. The weak point is that buyers can easily overbuy or underbuy if they do not compare derivatives line by line. Treat the entry version as the value reference, the middle versions as the likely private-buyer sweet spot, and the upper versions as convenience or capability choices that must justify their price. The fairest verdict on the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is therefore use-case driven. It can be a strong South African choice when the buyer chooses the correct derivative for the intended mix of city driving, freeway work, passengers, cargo and rough-road exposure. It becomes less convincing when bought only for styling or badge appeal without checking the practical numbers and ownership costs that will matter after delivery.

Desk research: Scored from verified published sources and Hagalu's South African buyer analysis; this vehicle was not road-tested for this review. This is a Hagalu editorial score, not a customer rating.

Safety 4.5/5 · 20%
4.5/5
Value 4.5/5 · 20%
4.5/5
Practicality 4.5/5 · 20%
4.5/5
Ownership 4.5/5 · 15%
4.5/5
Powertrain suitability 4.5/5 · 15%
4.5/5
Comfort & technology 4.5/5 · 10%
4.5/5

Evidence reviewed: Hagalu maintains the detailed source record internally so this page does not promote third-party vehicle websites.

How this score is calculated · Methodology v1.0

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is strongest when the chosen derivative matches the buyer's real SUV use case.

The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is not a one-line recommendation; it is a range that needs to be matched carefully to the buyer. Confirmed South African pricing runs from R1 849 900 to R2 343 800, so the range covers both the cost-sensitive entry decision and the better-equipped upper grades. The sensible approach is to start with body style and seating or load requirements, then choose the variant whose price, transmission, drivetrain and equipment fit the weekly routine. That keeps the decision grounded in ownership reality rather than showroom appeal. The fairest verdict on the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is therefore use-case driven. It can be a strong South African choice when the buyer chooses the correct derivative for the intended mix of city driving, freeway work, passengers, cargo and rough-road exposure. It becomes less convincing when bought only for styling or badge appeal without checking the practical numbers and ownership costs that will matter after delivery.

What's Good
  • ✓Clear local range structure
  • ✓Confirmed South African variant coverage
  • ✓Useful price ladder for comparison
  • ✓Powertrain choices documented by derivative
  • ✓Adventure-capable derivatives are available
  • ✓Ownership cover can be compared by trim
  • ✓Good match for defined buyer use cases
  • ✓Specification depth supports detailed comparisons
  • ✓Strongest when bought by need rather than badge
Watch Out For
  • ✕Best value depends heavily on trim choice
  • ✕Upper grades need careful price justification
  • ✕Some equipment can vary by derivative
  • ✕Real-world fuel use depends on load and route
  • ✕Tyre and insurance costs should be checked
  • ✕Two-wheel-drive versions are not a substitute for 4x4 hardware
  • ✕Entry versions may miss comfort features
  • ✕Stock and colour availability can change
  • ✕Buyers must compare rivals at the same price

Toyota Land Cruiser 300 FAQs

Current recommended retail prices for the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 run from R1,849,900 to R2,343,800, depending on the derivative. Compare the exact trim before calculating finance because options, insurance and dealer charges can change the final monthly cost.

The current South African range comprises 3.3D GX-R 4x4 Automatic, 3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic, LC 300 GR-S HEV, LC300 ZX HEV. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

Ground clearance differs across the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 range: 3.3D GX-R 4x4 Automatic, 3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic: 235 mm; LC 300 GR-S HEV, LC300 ZX HEV: 234 mm. Compare the exact derivative for steep driveways, gravel roads and uneven parking areas.

The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 engine specification depends on derivative: 3.3D GX-R 4x4 Automatic, 3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic: 3346 cc, 227 kW (304 bhp); LC 300 GR-S HEV, LC300 ZX HEV: 3345 cc, 305 kW (409 bhp). Compare the exact trim because its gearbox and equipment may also differ.

Combined fuel-economy figures differ across the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 range: 3.3D GX-R 4x4 Automatic, 3.3D VX-R 4x4 Automatic: 9.4 km/l; LC 300 GR-S HEV, LC300 ZX HEV: 10 km/l.

The Toyota Land Cruiser 300 suits families and private buyers who need SUV practicality without losing everyday comfort. It is strongest for buyers who already know the body format works for their parking, family, business or leisure needs, and who now need to choose the right derivative by monthly cost, transmission, equipment and practical capability. It is less suited to shoppers who only want the lowest advertised price without checking what changes between trims.

In city use the Land Cruiser 300 should be judged by visibility, parking effort, stop-start comfort and the way the automatic transmission behaves in traffic. An SUV with a sensible seating position can make daily errands easier, but buyers should still check wheel size, camera availability and low-speed ride comfort on the exact derivative they intend to buy. For the Land Cruiser 300, city use also means potholes, tight shopping-centre ramps, speed humps, heat-soaked traffic and short trips where fuel use can rise. The most comfortable derivative is the one that combines the right gearbox response, seating position and parking support with tyre sizes that do not punish everyday surfaces.

On longer South African routes the Land Cruiser 300 needs stable cruising manners, predictable overtaking and a cabin that does not become tiring after several hours. Published consumption references around 10.6 l/100km help frame running costs, while output references around 227 kW help explain overtaking confidence. Buyers who travel with passengers or cargo should compare the loaded feel and not rely only on solo test-drive impressions. A buyer who drives between provinces or carries family on holiday should also consider noise, seat support, spare-wheel arrangements, overtaking response and how confidently the vehicle holds speed when loaded. Those details often separate two trims that look similar on paper.

Buyers researching the Toyota Land Cruiser 300 often compare it with rivals such as Lexus GX , Lexus RZ , Lexus RX , Volkswagen Touareg . Comparing them side by side is the quickest way to see where your money goes — performance, fuel use, price and running costs can differ substantially.

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