Buy before they’re GONE! (Toyota Land Cruiser 76 Series 2022 review) 

As an American, I completely agree with you.

As another American, I agree with both of you.

It annoys me that they dont sell the 4runner in australia/new zealand

Because you Americans don't embrace diesel powered vehicles.

@@jasonswift7098 Well, our politicians don’t, that is true. The few Americans who remember diesel in the US only know commercial trucks spewing smoke or ancient Mercedes that seemed to have an atmosphere. I would love a good diesel truck with a 6 speed.

I believe you can import a 70series model from 1997, they all from same chassis, the only difference from the new model is interior and tech (mostly ABS and ESP and such) and front bumper and fender and back bumper, and the petrol engine did change after 2009, which was 1FZ-FE and now it's 1GR-FE for the petrol models.

@@yinyangsaladgang8789 Well, where i live we only got diesels after 2019 or 2018, before that it was only V6 Petrol, and they were quite reliable, we live on desert so rust isn't really an issue, most of those who buy LC70 they will use it harshly, because they know it will go back home, unlike a Land Rover, price comparison between LC70 and the new LC300 or LC200 is quite big, and those vehicle doesn't have the clearance or the short wheelbase like LC70 has 😅

You ever wonder why reliable vehicles aren't sold in the US? I'm in the US and most reliable thing u can get are Tacoma's and rangers (old ones not the new ones) god forbid they give us a small diesel in a pickup

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@@benrent6625 GM offers a 2.8 turbodiesel in the Colorado/Canyon. The big three all have diesel half tons.

people have had problems with the DPF on these, the front wheels are also further apart than the back wheels (for bigger engine) so toyota cheaped out and just didn't bother widening the back wheel distance either (which some people just get done aftermarket) but those are minor gripes really.

I wouldn't say that about Toyota's Diesel engine. Some of them go out well before reaching 200k.

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Haaa, good joke

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yeah keeps you away from repair shops until its 8000 for injectors

@@darcykeddell4930 You need a 1hdft fitted, will see your life out!

@@avit24 as long as someone else is paying 😂

@@darcykeddell4930 Here in Wales UK I'm running a 1991 import 81 series with a 1hdft and a 1hdt converted bj74 project and a 1hdt fj45 project but the motors are rocketing up in cost now here.. But you've got the better body panels.... what's better havin a motor or panels to get it through "rego"?

or you could just buy a hilux and buy two more for spare parts and still be saving tens of thousands over a cruiser.. Land cruisers are an absurd rip off for sheep.

cant you export to states

@@dinkuabc only if it is 25 years old

@@craigluhr3034 are you in uae

@@dinkuabc Yes

@Burger 🍔 I see them all the time. I haven't driven one yet. I hear they are great here in the sand even with the stock tires.

True as can be.

What about the uneven wheel track, underpowered engine, uncomfortable ride, terrible fuel economy, low spring hangers that get hung up in every rut, flex of a brick do you want me to go on?

@@Bigsoot7393 go get a great wall......and you will come running back lol

@@dalesmith4985 sold my cruiser and bought a hilux pretty much better in every single way

@@Bigsoot7393dude, do you have to bring facts into this? You are going to get swamped with hate from the fanboys who like it purely for emotional reasons.

Very nice 👍. Compitator to G63

And quiete pricy! You get ca. 2 GWM Utes for that money.

@@michaelwiebe4282 You'll need to buy 10 GWM Utes to last as long as these ;) Don't worry I understand what you're saying. Cheers

@@cyclemoto8744 I know! I saw plenty of reviews of the GWM from Australia and South Africa. The tech, price and packages are Very tempting! But I don't put up with the CCP crap!

@@michaelwiebe4282 you'll need to buy 2or three to last as long. not a joke.

@@tonycook2347 I believe you! I don't trust the Chinese crap!

there thirsty lack torque lack hp and are a real let down for a small v8 weak drive train and front and rear wheels aren't even aligned so good luck with mud

Are you in HK?

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I agree my grandfather has a Land Cruiser with 400,000 miles! He never had a a issue. He still drives it today.

bullshit.. as a current owner of a v8 78 series toyota and a past owner of nissan patrol .2 turbo diesels i can confidently state that the patrols are a less worrisome tougher beast to own.. patrols have solid axle front and rear, a truely bullet proof 6 cyclinder strait 6 diesel (not as powerful as the LC V8 but good torque where it counts down low) far less troublesome with oil leaks and less tempromental with oil , engine sensors etc and general practicality like the starter and alternator positioning. Inedpendent suspension all around, so a way better ride and articulation combination than the 78 series. Not so polished inside but it sitll has everything you need and it stays working, apart from maybe the electric window regulators every 20 years or so. in saying that, i love the exrta overtaking power of the 78, and also teh sound but its nowhere near as durable as the patrol turbo 6. toyotas are popular because dealers are everywhere in australia, they havnt evolved much and parts and repair knowledge is widespread because the model is so old. but they have heaps of probs like rust in the roof, shit paint quality, sesitive to bad fuel, deadly weak brakes and handbrake straight from the factory, a widowmaker crash rating, terrible economy esp for how little power they make crap seats and general comfort/mirrors and all the things that could easily be fixed.. in sayting that though, i still like it.. but only cos there are few other well supported vehicles that are credible as opposition..

Lexus GX is still a mighty fine vehicle, and a lot more comfortable than a 70 series

Hey man not sure where abouts in the US you are but there’s tons of jdm import dealerships! I just imported a kzn185 hilux surf and the place I got it from had a few 80 series land cruisers, prados, surfs, hiace 4x4 vans etc.

@@CedarCircus Didn't know the 80 series didn't sell in the U.S, here in Colombia you can get that LC anywhere haha

@@NiicoCrew they had the 80 series here but only with the 4.5 gas motors. We didn’t get any of the diesel variants

@@CedarCircus Early ones could be had with the 3FE 4.0 Inline 6

Right on!

LC76- a true off-roader. Built to last. WELL DONE TOYOTA

You answered your question why it's not available in US " They wouldn't be able to make enough of these." The government in collaboration with local manufacturers' influence of Ford and GM, in a bid to protect local content, don't want you Americans driving certain foreign offroad capable vehicles, because they know, if allowed into the country, most Americans will prefer them over Ford and GM, which is not good for your economy.

The guy is a car reviewer....not a brain scientist.

More to come!

Not really a sign of the times, just Toyota logic lol

Like anything, it's worth what the market is willing to pay

@@chasingcars Yes that is true Nathan. A really good review as always.!

80k for a car which cost less when it was cutting edge technology. The logic of less is more is okay but surely the price should come down too? If I have even less and dont have a LC at all is that worth more? Lol it should be 15k

Customers prefer shiny new features over reliability 🤷‍♂

Agreed.

In the motorcycle world there are some bikes that have been made for 30 years with vary little change. Like 650s from the early 90s, they still even use carbs. My only guess is cars have so many more regulations and they want to have more check boxes than other people so when people cross shop they don't look worse.

Modern cars are more complicated mainly for regulations. Second for luxus some people seek for. I would like to see some car combining both. Reliability & toughness with "luxus" like seats where I can comfortably ride more than 50 km without backache. Better suspension. I know it's built more for off-road then city, but around Europe there is not much places like outback town there under. So parking sensors at least for back are useful. Camera will be real luxus :-D but it does help to reverse with bigger car. Not a big issue is you have a Warn solid metal bumper and reversing in the bush, but it would help in city jungle a lot. The 5 gear in 2022? Not sure it is more reliable and serviceable then some modern AT gearboxes, like AISIN 8th gear might be better choice. Speaking about last solid car .. I might think more about Lexus model/variant of this, then this particular one.

Mostly government regulations... CAFE standards, emissions standards, crash standards, driver assist standards. Leftism is very costly and reduces choices.

Government regulations prevent it

@@MagnumMuscle1000 fuck those regulations

because china is better than US lol.

Unnecesary crap

2020 and still no working handbrake.... they know the fan boys will buy and just mod it

I love mine too - much prefer to drive it over my well done up Prado

toyota have they can keep the v8 in the 70 uptill 2029

@@brocksinclair66 they may not be able to due to Euro 6 now being mandated in Australia in Jan 2024. All new vehicles including 4WD's etc must meet Euro 6 . Diesels will need AdBlue , Eolys or an equivalent additive. Petrol vehicles here will likely be mandated with a Petrol Particulate Filter here. The only way the LC can meet Euro 6 is to adopt the LC300 new oiler. The old V8 Diesel doesn't & Won't meet the new legislation.

Yep, and going to climb another 50k once the V8 is phased out…

Hefty price tag?

@@Nordlicht05 yes and that is in Australia. I thought of importing it to the EU that makes a 80k$ truck a 120k € after taxes and modifications for registration 😥. And for that you get a g wagon

@@Jesse-2531 if you really want one, I’d say getting one from the middle eastern market might suit better for EU than the Aus version. Middle eastern spec is left hand drive and petrol.

Grenadier will brain the 70 Series.

@@nnoddy8161 brain?

Less is more

@@glennbeadshaw727 Say that for an early 2000's kia

Don't buy one then. Problem solved 2 year waiting list

Classic design! People will buy it!

I've had a similar Land Rover journey but punctuated with hiluxes and different LandCruisers along the way. My latest change was from a D2a into a 76 series. Despite still liking older Land Rovers, the 76 is awesome. Lots to like about it including that the maintenance is routine and boring. I don't miss the LR ongoing oil leaks, three amigos making regular appearances, ongoing fuel block leaks and various other LR gremlins that are usually timed to coincide with a trip away.

I've still got my 1997 Prado 3.4 litre Petrol (ie Gas for Americans) GXL, built in Japan, sold as a Lexus in the USA. I bought it new, and waited months for it to come. I love it - its not heavy and full of lots of unnecessary extras. But ... I've done 107,000 km in my D4 Landrover. Totally reliable, accurate, comfortable, quiet, kills most off road and my wife never gets worried due to its ride and stability, I tow an off road van which weighs 2.5 tonne, and I get the same fuel economy as the Prado does, without it towing anything. The D4 is both a chassis and a monocoque. Ford did it great with the D3 idea, and sorry, but its like having your cake and eating it too. I must be getting old ...

Truth! Can't wait for the long wheel base Jimny to arrive! I think Jeep Wrangler sales are gonna fall heavily when it gets launched. Just hope they develop a small diesel variant as well

Jimnys are bosss !

@@A.D.D.O.C.D.T Yesterday afternoon I drove my Jimny up a VERY! steep mountain track soaked in clay & mud after last nights rain. Going down to Laguna Brava/Guatemala was easy. Gravity helped… 😁😂. Going back up was a completely different story! The track is beyond belief steep with very sharp turns. Adding mud/clay to it all made me think the Jimny wouldn’t make it. But she did! 1st and 2nd gear low range and engine revs at 3000 or above. It was by far the toughest 4x4 driving I’ve ever done and the Jimny with A/T tires had no issues getting up to the top. It was far from an easy drive, but she delivered above expectations. - Regrets buying her? - Not in a lifetime!

@@BorisEkner That’s awesome man 🤘I really want to get one for exactly that reason. Enjoy mate 🙏💪

Only the GXL comes with lockers. And electric windows.

Thanks Rob.

compared to my '72 LC it is full of frills I like it but the price😧

Inertia. Break inertia

BTW my current car is a Mahindra Karoo DC 4x4 which is surprisingly good for my application in the

This is all about taste and style, some people do not want to drive cars everyone does on the street. Few years on when toyota got rid of all V8 they have this the price of this 76s will shoot thru the roof, just like the classic defenders , used ones have now doubled in value from new with not delivery miles but USED USED USED. Note the defenders are even more difficult to drive and live with than this toyota. Few years onwards you can be SOMEBODY when you are really NO ONE while driving one of these on the street trust me!

The Prado is known as a light duty L/C , I owned a early prado years ago it was a 1994 KZJ78 series , factory 80 series transmission, google & learn 👍

The Prado is most certainly a Land Cruiser, I'm afraid.

This is timeless in design. It gives chance to people who want the retro look without the problems of old running models. Customizing this new model will be infinite and ra eal treat to hardcore enthusiasts.

Unfortunately, it's a case that there are still a bunch of brand-new or demo examples in stock but at vastly inflated prices (there's a red wagon like this one with 20km in VIC for $129,999…)

Would you pay sequoia money? Thats what they cost....

When the 4runner exists? I'd rather have the 4runner.

@@damilolaakanni 76 is a lot more heavy duty than a 4runner. V8 diesel, manual trans, solid axles, twin lockers, much higher payload. Available as a wagon, troop carrier, single cab chassis and double cab chassis. Just way too expensive compared to US full size vehicles. In Australia they sell the 70 series along side full size landcruiser (300 series), landcruiser prado (same body as gx), fortuner (Asia 4runner) hilux, highlander and rav4.

@@geepuller1 I would totally pay Sequoia money. I want a solid, capable 4x4, not a luxury car and I’m not terribly a 4-Runner fan.

@@jimm244 many say they would and some actually would I just think toyota couldn't justify the volume.

When these came out in '84, they were offered with automatic transmissions, but somewhere in the production run they were discontinued. I'd love to see this with the 8 speed automatic transmission from the 200 series, or at least the 5 speed automatic transmission from the 4runner.

True, and they're not far off crossing over in price (but hard to get either of them)

But what about Aussie labor costs?

@@michaelwiebe4282 Fair point. Labour costs are always the issue its why we have no real manufacturing in Oz. However how many hours would it take to bolt one of these dinosaurs together? 457 visas? Don't know. My only point is these are not high tech complicated vehicles to assemble. If we can't assemble a 70 Series land cruiser in this country we've got problems.

@@BiggieBalls72 I agree! RIP Ford Falcon & Ford Falcon Ute! Never been to Aussieland, but I definitely want to one day!

@@jamesglaskin7510 Probably Yes

@@michaelwiebe4282 Don't bother comming the cost of living in Oz is ridiculous. Best eg is $80,000 for a 70 Series that my son and I could bolt together from dinosaur parts needing no quality control made in Thailand.