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Toyota Australia has today confirmed specifics surrounding its updated LandCruiser 70 Series, with the tough off-roader’s new four-cylinder turbo-diesel to commence from $75,600, before on-road costs.
The brand has also confirmed the pricing structure for the V8-powered 70 Series, but has told CarsGuide that orders for that model are yet to reopen, with no timeframe available for when new customers might be able to secure an eight-cylinder LandCruiser.
The big news surrounds the 70 Series’ smaller engine, complete with automatic transmission for the first time, with the LandCruiser now available with Toyota’s 1GD four-cylinder 2.8-litre turbo-diesel (from the HiLux), paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.
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Toyota says changes have been made to the engine and gearbox to better suit the tough requirements of the 70 Series, including improved cooling and reliability through increasing the diameter of the cooling fan and adding an isolation crank pulley to reduce load on the engine’s serpentine belt. There’s also a new oil pan, strainer and oil level sensor, an underbody transmission guard, and a new balance shaft that improves noise, vibration and harshness.
For the gearbox, a “power/haul” mode is designed to optimise the 3.5t towing capacity, while the breather hose has been raised to a height of 900mm for water crossings.
“For generations the LandCruiser 70 Series has provided support for countless Australians in the toughest conditions the country has to offer, thanks to its rugged durability, strong towing and unparalleled off-road performance,” says Toyota Australia Vice President Sales, Marketing and Franchise Operations, Sean Hanley.
“Introducing the new automatic transmission, four-cylinder powertrain to the LandCruiser 70 Series range will broaden its appeal even further, making it more accessible to a wider cross-section of customers than ever before.
“Along with the upgrades to safety, convenience and styling, there has never been a better time to own a LandCruiser 70 Series.”
2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series pricing
| Model | Four-cylinder turbo-diesel | V8 diesel |
| 76 Series Wagon WorkMate | $75,600 | - |
| 76 Series Wagon GXL | $79,800 | $83,900 |
| 78 Series Troop Carrier WorkMate | $79,200 | $83,300 |
| 78 Series Troop Carrier GXL | $82,500 | $86,600 |
| 79 Series single cab chassis WorkMate | $76,800 | $80,900 |
| 79 Series single cab chassis GX | $78,800 | $82,900 |
| 79 Series single cab chassis GXL | $80,900 | $85,000 |
| 79 Series double cab chassis WorkMate | $79.300 | $83,400 |
| 79 Series double cab chassis GXL | $83,500 | $87,600 |
It also, for the first time in a long time, looks new, too, with a heritage-style makeover that adds circular LED headlamps, a black mesh grille and dark grey alloy wheels and overfenders. Inside, there’s a new 6.7-inch touchscreen Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a second 4.2-inch digital instrument cluster display in front of the driver.
New safety equipment includes Downhill Assist Control, Road Sign Assist and Lane Departure Alert.
Orders for the four-cylinder 70 Series are now open, but the books remain closed for V8 shoppers.
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