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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic

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

Model year 2026 Generation Current Prado represents the latest evolution of Toyota’s global Land Cruiser platform with modern safety and comfort upgrades Current version 2017 Body style SUV
Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic is a South African SUV with a suv body and diesel power.
ZAR 980,000
On-road in
ZAR 996,180
What makes up this price?
Vehicle price (ex-showroom)
ZAR 980,000
Registration allowance
ZAR 3,500
Licensing allowance
ZAR 1,300
Inspection / roadworthy allowance
ZAR 850
Dealer handling / delivery
ZAR 2,200
Insurance
ZAR 8,330
Other fees
ZAR 0
Ex-showroom ZAR 980,000
Estimated finance from ZAR 17,264/month Ex-showroom basis · approx. 20% deposit · 11.5% p.a. · 60 months · no balloon
Engine:2755cc (2.8L) Torque:500Nm (369 lb-ft) Ground Clearance:220mm (8.7″) Power:150kW (201 bhp) Boot120L (4.2 cu ft)

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Fuel Economy km/l · US mpg equivalent
Combined 12.5 km/l (29 mpg)
City 9 km/l (21 mpg)
Highway 12 km/l (28 mpg)
User Reported 7–9 city / 10–12 hwy km/l Medium confidence · 21 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 Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic 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 17,264
Total Interest
ZAR 250,852
Total Payable
ZAR 1,035,852
Principal Interest

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

Vehicle specifications and buying guidance • Hagalu

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic

Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic is a South African SUV with a suv body and diesel power.

That buyer-led reading makes the 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic easier to place in the range. Major redesigns in 2009, 2017 and latest generation updates improving technology and safety. Cabin trim, screen size, seat finish and driver-assistance features can differ across the Land Cruiser Prado range, so this derivative should be checked on its own equipment list. Choose the 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic if it gives the right balance of price, gearbox, fuel type and equipment for the way the Land Cruiser Prado will be used. The Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic is not best understood by one headline number. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a Automatic transmission, Diesel power and the top trim. A proper look at the Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic begins with the local specification, then moves to the owner’s week. Here, an SUV body sits beside Diesel power, while a Automatic transmission sets a practical boundary. For this South African suv, the owner should weigh a South African price reference of R980,000 against the route, load and cost of the vehicle. For a buyer searching the Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic price and specifications in South Africa, the interesting part is the trade-off rather than the feature count. The top trim describes the opportunity; an active listing and a South African price reference of R980,000 describe the conditions around it. Its appeal comes from the interaction between a South African price reference of R980,000, engine of 2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel and a power output of 150 kW for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic. Those details decide whether it is an easy fit for family travel, or whether a nearby model with a different package would make more sense once the ownership budget is written down for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado — Quick Facts

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Variants & Prices

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Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic Top Diesel Efficiency12.5 km/l 6-Speed Automatic ZAR 980,000
2.8 VX 4x4 Automatic Flagship Diesel Efficiency12.3 km/l 6-Speed Automatic ZAR 1,150,000
Cmp Variant Trim Fuel Efficiency / range Transmission Price
2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic Top Diesel Efficiency12.5 km/l 6-Speed Automatic ZAR 980,000
2.8 VX 4x4 Automatic Flagship Diesel Efficiency12.3 km/l 6-Speed Automatic ZAR 1,150,000
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Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Specifications

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Tare Mass Kg
2210 kg
Segment
SUV
Body Style
SUV
Model Introduced Year
1996
Production Status
active
Facelift Version Ending
Current
Facelift Launched Since
2017
Facelift History
Major redesigns in 2009, 2017 and latest generation updates improving technology and safety
Generation
Current Prado represents the latest evolution of Toyota’s global Land Cruiser platform with modern safety and comfort upgrades
Model Year
2026
Drivetrain Note
Drive layout derived from the official derivative naming: 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic
Dealer Stock Note
Top grade in the South Africa lineup
Color Note
White, Black, Silver, Grey, Dark Blue
Vehicle Type
SUV
Length
4840 mm
Width
1885 mm
Height
1890 mm
Wheelbase
2790 mm
Ground Clearance (Default)
220 mm
Ground Clearance (With Full Seating Load)
125 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l
Boot/Cargo Space
120 l
Kerb Weight
2210 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
2990 kg
Payload Capacity
780 kg
Towing Capacity
3000 kg
Seating Capacity
7 seats
Number of Rows
3 rows
Doors
5 doors
Minimum Turning Radius
5.6 m
Front Headroom
989 mm
Rear Headroom
950 mm
Front Legroom
1035 mm
Rear Legroom
886 mm
Engine
2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel
Engine Code
Market-specific engine family
Fuel Type
Diesel
Hybrid System
Not Applicable
Engine Displacement
2755 cc
Cylinders
4
Cylinder Layout
Inline
Valves
16
Valves per Cylinder
4
Aspiration
Turbocharged
Fuel System
Common Rail Direct Injection
Compression Ratio
10.5:1
Bore
82.0 mm
Stroke
94.6 mm
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
9.9 sec
Quarter Mile
15.5 sec
Drive Modes
Eco, Comfort, Sport
Launch Control
No
Rev Limiter
4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio
67.9 kW/tonne
Torque-to-Weight Ratio
226.2 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
Low Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
Gearbox
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain Layout
Ladder Frame
LSD Available
Electronic
Transfer Case
Low Range with High/Low Selection
Differential Lock
Rear Electronic
Paddle Shifters
Not Applicable
Drivetrain
4WD / AWD
4WD Engagement
Available
Gear Shift Type
6-Speed Automatic
Gear Shift Indicator
Not Applicable
Clutch Type
Not Applicable
Transmission Type
Automatic
Number of Gears
4
Final Drive Ratio
Not Applicable
Automatic Shift Paddles
Not Applicable
Transmission Speeds
4
Drive Mode Selector
4WD/off-road drive mode support
Front Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Automatic
Low Range Ratio
Not Applicable
4WD Selector
Confirmed 4WD derivative
4WD Lo Range
Available where 4WD low range is fitted
4WD Hi Range
Available
Rear Differential Lock
Not Applicable
Axle Layout
4x4
Claimed Mileage
12.5 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
Range Real World Mixed
Not Applicable
Range Real World Highway
Not Applicable
Electric Consumption
Not Applicable
Combined Driving Range
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank Litres
87
Charging Type
Not Applicable
Charging Port Type
Not Applicable
Real-world Mileage
12.7 km/l
Anti Theft Alarm
Standard
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
EBD
Standard
ABS EBD
Standard
Driver Front Passenger Airbags
7
Seatbelt Warning All Seats
Not Available
Front Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Driver Airbag
7
Curtain Airbags
Not Available
Brake Override System
Not Available
Alarm System
Standard
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Optional
Knee Airbag
Not Available
BA
Standard
Hill Hold
Not Available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Optional
Engine Immobiliser
Standard
TCS
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Side Airbags
Not Available
Seatbelt Reminder
Not Available
AEB
Optional
Passenger Airbag
7
Tyre Pressure Monitor
Standard
Seatbelt Pretensioners
Not Available
Brake Assist
Standard
ISOFIX Mounts
Standard
ESC With Traction Control
Standard
Child Safety Lock
Standard
Hill Start Assist
Not Available
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Driver Passenger Airbags
7
Traction Control
Standard
Electronic Stability Control
Standard
ABS
Standard
Airbags
7
Traffic Sign Recognition
Not Available
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Optional
360 Degree Camera
Optional
Rear View Camera
Standard
Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear Parking Sensors
Front and Rear
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Optional
Forward Collision Warning
Not Available
Emergency Braking
Optional
Blind Spot Monitoring
Optional
Lane Departure Warning
Not Available
Lane Keep Assist
Optional
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Cruise Control
Standard
Auto Highbeam
Not Available
Blind Spot Warning
Optional
Around View Monitor
Optional
EV Mode
Not Available
Auto Lights
Standard
Park Assist
Not Available
Auto Wipers
Not Available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Optional
Rear View Camera
Standard
Reverse Camera Type
Standard
Reversing Camera
Standard
Reverse Camera
Standard
Pre-Collision System
Optional
Parking Sensor
Front and Rear
Parking Distance Sensors
Front and Rear
Surround View Camera
Optional
Driver Fatigue Alert
Not Available
Fabric Seats
Fabric
Seat Material
Fabric
Seat Adjustment
Manual with Lumbar Support
Heated Seats
Optional
Ventilated Seats
Front Ventilated
Steering Type
Power Assisted
Steering Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Ambient Lighting
Standard
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
Manual with Lumbar Support
Driver Seat Adjustment
Manual with Lumbar Support
Passenger Seat Adjustment
Manual with Lumbar Support
Driver Seat
Manual with Lumbar Support
Interior Courtesy Lamps
Premium cabin materials, large touchscreen infotainment, leather seats, multi-zone climate control
Leather Accented Seat Trim
Fabric
Interior Colours
5
Seat Trim
Fabric
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Power Mirrors
All Windows
Push Button Start
Standard
Adaptive Dampers
Not Available
Manual Aircon
Dual Zone Automatic
Wireless Charger
Optional
Roof Rack Compatibility
Standard
Rim Size
17-inch Alloy
Common Rail Injection
Common Rail Direct Injection
Sunroof
Optional
Electric Tailgate
Standard
Remote Central Locking
Standard
Regenerative Braking Levels
Not Available
Performance Data Logger
Not Available
Rear Electric Motor
Not Available
Diff Lock
Rear Electronic
Difflock
Rear Electronic
Rain Sensing Wipers
Not Available
Engine Warranty
2 Years
Panoramic Roof
Optional
Engine Start Button Illumination
Standard
Walk Away Lock
Standard
Powered Tailgate
Standard
Passive Entry Start
Standard
One Pedal Driving
Not Available
Mirror
All Windows
Intelligent Battery System
Not Available
Intelligent Keyless Entry
Standard
Loadbox Width Mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Tiedown Brackets
Not Available
Lift Gate
Standard
Load Bed Cover
Not Available
Load Bed Light
Not Available
AC Type
Dual Zone Automatic
Load Bed Steps
Not Available
Loadbox Depth Mm
Not Available
Loadbox Length Mm
Not Applicable
Loadbox Rope Hooks
Not Available
Rev Matching
Not Available
Electric Folding Mirrors
All Windows
Seat Type
Fabric
Walk Away Auto Door Lock
Standard
Vehicle To Load
Not Available
Vehicle To Grid
Not Available
Vdc
Standard
Side Steps
Standard/available
Skid Plates
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Variant Role
Off-road or adventure derivative
Unlocking
Standard
Telescopic Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Tilt Steering
Tilt and Telescopic
Trim Level
top
Voice Command
Optional
Voice Command Support
Optional
Load Bed Length
Not Applicable
Engine Start Stop Button
Standard
Engine Start Stop
Standard
Trailer Sway Control
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Trailer Stability Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
TPMS
Standard
Tow Bar Type
Not Available
Load Bed Width
Not Applicable
Tailgate Lock
Not Available
Tailgate Damper
Not Available
Accelerator 0 100
9.9 sec
Air Conditioning
Dual Zone Automatic
Surround View Monitor
Optional
Climate Control
Dual Zone Automatic
Boot Space Seats Folded
120 l
Climate Zones
Dual Zone Automatic
Fuel Consumption Combined
8
Sub Frame
Ladder Frame
Steering Column Adjustment
Tilt and Telescopic
Battery Preconditioning
Not Available
Bed Extender
Not Available
Sports Bar
Not Available
Sport Plus Mode
Not Available
Power Windows
All Windows
Keyless Entry
Standard
Push Button Start
Standard
Source Model Column
land-cruiser-prado
Canopy Fitment
Not Available
Sound System
6
Sonar
Front and Rear
Side Step
Standard/available
Wireless Charging
Optional
Infotainment Screen
8-inch Touchscreen
Voice Recognition
Optional
Infotainment Display
8-inch Touchscreen
Connected Services
Standard
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless
Digital Instrument Cluster
Not Applicable
Voice Control
Optional
Audio Speakers
6
Audio System
6
Display Audio
8-inch Touchscreen
USB Ports
Not Available
Infotainment System
8-inch Touchscreen
Apple CarPlay
Standard
Android Auto
Standard
Smartphone Connectivity
Standard
Wireless Android Auto
Standard
Touchscreen
8-inch Touchscreen
Bluetooth Connectivity
Standard
Number of Speakers
6
Navigation System
Optional
Infotainment Screen Size
8-inch Touchscreen inches
Auto Headlights
Standard
Fog Lights
Front and Rear
Front Fog Lights
Front and Rear
Body Type
SUV
Led Headlights
Standard
Roof Type
Optional
Exterior Colour Options
5
Automatic Headlamps
Standard
Daytime Running Lights
Standard
Electric Blind Sunroof
Optional
Exterior Colour Options
5
Exterior Mirror Electric
All Windows
Front Fog Lamps
Front and Rear
Headlamp Levelling
Standard
Headlamps
Standard
Headlight Type
Standard
Headlights
Standard
Load Bed Liner
Not Available
Alloy Wheel Design
17-inch Alloy
Roof Rails
Standard
Fog Lamps
Front and Rear
Daytime Running Lamps
Standard
LED Headlamps
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof
Optional
Active Exhaust
Not Available
DRL
Standard
Departure Angle
25 deg
Energy Recovery Display
Not Available
Wading Depth
700 mm
Terrain Modes
Mud Sand Rock
Approach Angle
31 deg
Hill Descent Control
Standard
Terrain Mode Sand
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Wading Depth Mm
700 mm
Ground Clearance Min
220 mm
Breakover Angle
Not Available
Departure Angle Deg
25 deg
Off Road Traction Assist
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Off Road Descent Control
Standard
Approach Angle Deg
31 deg
Locking Differential
Rear Electronic
4WD System Type
Four-wheel drive
Terrain Mode Snow
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Underbody Protection
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Terrain Mode Mud
Confirmed 4WD derivative
Ground Clearance Max
220 mm
Tyre Pressure Display
Standard
Wheel Diameter
17-inch Alloy in
Tyre Type
265/65 R17
Brake Type Front
Ventilated Disc
Hydraulic Brake Assist
Standard
Brake Type Rear
Disc
Fifth Wheel Prep
Not Available
Tyre Size
265/65 R17
Wheels
17-inch Alloy
Wheel Type
Alloy
Front Brake Type
Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type
Disc
Spare Wheel Type
Not Available
Cornering Brake Control
Standard
Wheel Material
17-inch Alloy
Handbrake Type
Not Applicable
Brakes
Ventilated Disc
Tyre Pressure Monitoring
Standard
Autonomous Emergency Brake
Optional
Steering Wheel Cruise Controls
Standard
Wheel Rim Size
17-inch Alloy
MagneRide Damping
Not Available
Chassis Type
Ladder Frame
Power Steering
Power Assisted
Front Suspension Type
Double Wishbone
Steering Column
Tilt and Telescopic
Rear Axle Type
4-Link Rigid
Rear Suspension
4-Link Rigid
Suspension
Double Wishbone
Front Spring Type
Double Wishbone
Front Track Width
Not Applicable
Chassis Material
Ladder Frame
Rear Track Width
Not Applicable
Rear Spring Type
4-Link Rigid
Rear Suspension Type
4-Link Rigid
Front Suspension
Double Wishbone
Battery Warranty
2 Years
Service Intervals
10000 km / 12 months
Maintenance Plan
2 Years
Service Plan
2 Years
Engine Oil Change Interval
10000 km / 12 months
Service Plan Distance
2 Years km
Service Interval
10000 km / 12 months
Approx Service Cost
Moderate
Service Plan Duration
2 Years
Basic Warranty
3
Warranty
3 years / 100 000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Warranty Years
3 years
Warranty Kilometers
100000 km
Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Warranty Roadside Assistance
3 Years
Euro Emission Standard
Euro 5
Hybrid System Type
Not Available
Start Stop System
Standard
CO2 Emissions
210 g/km
CO2 Emissions G Km
210
Idle CO2 Output
210
Fuel Octane Requirement
Diesel
Real-world Highway Mileage Max
12 l/100km
Real-world City Mileage Min
7 l/100km
Owner Review Count
21
Real-world City Mileage Max
9 l/100km
Real-world Highway Mileage Min
10 l/100km
Starting Price
980000
Pricing Role
Current listed price
Ownership Role
Top
Price Zar
980000 ZAR
Starting Price Zar
980000

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Source URL
https://www.toyota.co.za/vehicles/land-cruiser-prado
Source Page URL
https://www.toyota.co.za/vehicles/land-cruiser-prado
Source Name
Official OEM South Africa
OEM URL
https://www.toyota.co.za/vehicles/land-cruiser-prado
Model
Land Cruiser Prado
Market
South Africa
Make
Toyota
Country Slug
south-africa
Country
South Africa
Configuration Note
Diesel / Automatic
Brand Slug
toyota
Brand
Toyota
Variant
2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic
Claimed Fuel Consumption
8 l/100km
Average Fuel Consumption
8
Fuel Economy Combined
8
Combined Consumption L 100km
8 l/100km
Combined Consumption
8
Fuel Efficiency
12.5 l/100km
Price Source
South Africa variant price CSV; verify against latest OEM price list
Driving fit

Where the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado Fits Best

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

Who buys this

The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic is a traction-focused derivative for buyers who already know why they are looking at the Land Cruiser Prado. The best buyer for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout

City
If this 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic keeps the weekly routine easier and the numbers still make sense, it earns its place on the shortlist. The urban test for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or goods must be loaded
Highway
For highway buyers, the Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Engine of 2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or comfort
Off-Road
A South African price reference of R980,000 may help, but neither a tall bonnet nor diesel alone creates four-wheel drive, low range or a published wading ability. Ground clearance is only one part of the rough-road answer for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic. For Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic, the sensible check is the exact 4wd / awd arrangement, tyre specification, load and protection underneath. Stay cautious where the local data does not state clearance or wading depth for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic. A buyer whose routine includes construction tracks or isolated farm roads should compare a vehicle with documented capability rather than infer it from styling for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic — Should You Buy It?

Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic deserves a closer look when its price, equipment and powertrain fit the owner’s route.

A fair review of Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic should end with the owner’s route, not a universal verdict. The combination of the top trim, an active listing and a South African price reference of R980,000 can be valuable for the right driver

What's Good
  • ✓Body style: SUV
  • ✓Fuel type: Diesel
  • ✓Transmission: Automatic
  • ✓Trim: top
  • ✓Status: active
  • ✓South African price: R980,000
  • ✓Engine: 2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel
  • ✓Power output: 150 kW
  • ✓Transmission: 6-Speed Automatic
Watch Out For
  • ✕Exact equipment for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic can vary by derivative.
  • ✕Real fuel use for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic depends on route, load and weather.
  • ✕The written Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic quotation should be checked before purchase.
  • ✕Tyre, insurance and service costs need a separate Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic budget.
  • ✕A short Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic test drive cannot represent every ownership route.
  • ✕Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic capability should not be inferred from body styling alone.
  • ✕The adjacent Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic grade may suit a different workload.
  • ✕Published Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic figures are planning references, not guarantees.
  • ✕Buyers should confirm Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic stock and support terms.

Toyota Land Cruiser Prado FAQs

The current recommended retail price listed for the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic is R980,000. This is the vehicle price before finance interest, insurance, registration and any dealer-added options.

The current south african range comprises 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic, 2.8 VX 4x4 Automatic. Prices and equipment are shown by derivative so buyers can compare the actual local range rather than specifications from another market.

The listed ground clearance for the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic is 220 mm. Use that number as a practical comparison point against similar cars, especially if you regularly deal with steep driveways, gravel roads or uneven parking areas.

The listed engine capacity for the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic is 2755 cc, with output shown as 150 kW (201 bhp). Where a model has more than one derivative, compare the specific variant because fuel type, gearbox and drivetrain can change the way it drives.

The combined fuel-economy figure shown for the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic is around 12.5 km/l.

The Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic is a traction-focused derivative for buyers who already know why they are looking at the Land Cruiser Prado. The best buyer for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic can describe a recurring reason for choosing its suv layout

If this 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic keeps the weekly routine easier and the numbers still make sense, it earns its place on the shortlist. The urban test for Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic should resemble the owner’s route: a cold start, queues, kerbs, a narrow turn and a place where people or...

For highway buyers, the Land Cruiser Prado 2.8 GD 4x4 Automatic needs to make sense when passengers, luggage or work equipment are aboard. Engine of 2.8-litre Turbocharged Diesel helps frame the vehicle’s intended workload; do not assume that a larger body automatically brings more reserve or...

Buyers researching the Toyota Land Cruiser Prado often compare it with rivals such as Changan Deepal S07 , Omoda C9 SHS , KIA Sorento , Lexus UX , Mercedes-Benz GLC . 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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KIA K2700 Diesel
KIA K2700
Van 4 Variants
From ZAR 351,995
Suzuki Ertiga Petrol
Suzuki Ertiga
Mpv 3 Variants
From ZAR 304,900
JAC T8 Double Cab Diesel
JAC T8 Double Cab
Pickup 5 Variants
From ZAR 349,900
BMW 7 Series petrol / diesel / plug-in hybrid
BMW 7 Series
Sedan 5 Variants
From ZAR 2,288,000

Other Current Toyota Models in South Africa

Models currently listed for sale in the south african range.

Toyota bZ4X Electric
Toyota
bZ4X
SUV 1 Variant
Starting from ZAR 1,182,800
Toyota Coaster Diesel
Toyota
Coaster
Bus 1 Variant
Starting from ZAR 1,207,600
Toyota Corolla Hybrid
Toyota
Corolla
Sedan 1 Variant
Starting from ZAR 590,200
Toyota Corolla Cross Petrol
Toyota
Corolla Cross
SUV 7 Variants
Starting from ZAR 424,900
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Discontinued & Earlier Toyota Models

Historical model pages remain available without competing with vehicles currently on sale.

Full Toyota range
Toyota Agya discontinued model reference in South Africa Agya Discontinued Hatchback Toyota Camry discontinued model reference in South Africa Camry Discontinued Sedan Toyota C-HR discontinued model reference in South Africa C-HR Discontinued SUV Toyota Corolla Sedan discontinued model reference in South Africa Corolla Sedan Discontinued Sedan Toyota Hilux earlier range model reference in South Africa Hilux Earlier range Pickup Toyota Hilux Custom Builds earlier range model reference in South Africa Hilux Custom Builds Earlier range Pickup Toyota Land Cruiser 79 earlier range model reference in South Africa Land Cruiser 79 Earlier range Pickup Toyota Quantum earlier range model reference in South Africa Quantum Earlier range Van

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Data verified against: Toyota Official South Africa Website

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