Bold, capable, sturdy. The 2023 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is arguably the best jack of all trades ever. Whether ferrying Vips or overlanding in the most remote areas of this world, this car is right at home. Built tough but comfortable, sensible yet luxurious, capable and reliable, Toyota seems to have worked their Land Cruiser magic yet again, with almost no errors, save for the styling, which some may find off, with names such as “large Probox” being thrown at it. With the launch of the Land Cruiser 300 having taken place in late 2021, this 2023 car is quite early in its development cycle and will remain relevant for years to come.
What’s New?
Most notably, Toyota has dropped the clunky big V8 that was in the previous generation in favor of a lighter, more efficient, but more powerful twin-turbocharged v6 engine.
Although rumored to be a facelifted 200 series, the suspension has completely been reworked to give better driving dynamics and the interior is also more comfortable and modern as compared to the previous generation.
It goes without saying too, that the exterior styling has been updated.
Engine, Transmission, and Performance
This particular Land Cruiser comes with a 3.5-litre petrol engine with twin turbos. Although down on both cylinders and displacement, the 2023 Land Cruiser 300 completely dwarfs the output of the Land Cruiser 200 that had 380 horsepower and 550 NM to produce 415 horsepower and 650 NM of torque. The 2023 Land Cruiser will simply never feel underpowered, not in the desert, nor on the highway.
This new engine is mated to a 10-speed gearbox. The large number of gears ensures smooth transmission of power while maintaining decent efficiency and fuel economy numbers.
True to the Land Cruiser name, this car is full-time 4×4 with additional selectable off-road modes and options.
Interior, Comfort, and Cargo
The 2023 Land Cruiser 300 is nothing short of a land yacht. The car comes with 3 rows of well-constructed, leather-covered seats. With heating and cooling. Oh yes, hurray ventilated seats. The seats are power-operated and offer a ton of adjustability.
Being the mammoth that it is, we don’t even need to discuss the specifics for legroom. Just know that however tall you are, you can comfortably sit in this car for long distances.
In the equipment sector, we have rear entertainment screens for the all important back row passengers, and a cooler box to keep your drinks nice and chilly. A trip in this would be nothing short of a breeze. Rear privacy shades, multi-zonal automatic air conditioning, and advanced noise insulation all add to this serene experience.
What about the cargo space you ask, with the seats folded down, this full-size SUV boasts a mind-blowing 2000 litres, with 1100 of those being accessible even with the second row of seats in place.
Infotainment and Connectivity
In this area, and as expected in a car of this age and price, the 2023 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 excels.
Allow me to list down the infotainment and connectivity features that come as standard.
- USB, Bluetooth, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, MirrorLink
- Wireless charging ports
- Premium sound system with surround sound
- Rear entertainment screens
- Wifi connectivity
- Integrated heads-up display
What more would one ask for in an infotainment system?
In conclusion, the 2023 Toyota Land Cruiser 300 is a brilliant car. It offers almost anything you would want from a car and more. At its price point, it can be argued that some cars offer more luxury such as the Range Rover Autobiography, or The Mercedes GLS, and some cars may even offer more power. But until we see what Nissan comes with as a response in the name of the next Patrol, I dare say, no car can do a combination of everything better, or with the promise of reliability and dependability. This is the Swiss army knife of cars.
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