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The 2008 Toyota Landcruiser Prado range of configurations is currently priced from $8,999.
Our most recent review of the 2008 Toyota Landcruiser Prado resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example.
You can read the full review here.
This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Toyota Landcruiser Prado: Good compromise between a people mover and a 4WD., Spares and repairs are usually readily available., Insurance usually at the lower end of the premium scale for the class.
The 2008 Toyota Landcruiser Prado carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2500 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
The Toyota Landcruiser Prado 2008 prices range from $9,790 for the basic trim level SUV Standard to $27,500 for the top of the range SUV VX (4X4).
Toyota Landcruiser Prado Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity |
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GX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 3.0L Diesel 5 SP AUTO |
Braked Capacity:
2500kg
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GXL (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 3.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN |
Braked Capacity:
2500kg
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Grande (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 3.0L Diesel 5 SP AUTO |
Braked Capacity:
2500kg
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VX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 3.0L Diesel 5 SP AUTO |
Braked Capacity:
2500kg
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Toyota Landcruiser Prado Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance |
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GX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1850x1790x4810 mm |
Ground Clearance:
205 mm
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Grande (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1895x1875x4850 mm |
Ground Clearance:
205 mm
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Standard
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1850x1790x4810 mm |
Ground Clearance:
205 mm
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GXL (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Height x Width x Length: 1865x1875x4850 mm |
Ground Clearance:
180 mm
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Toyota did have a spate of diesel engine failures some years ago when it was discovered that the fuel injector seals were leaking and letting fuel into the oil stream.
Sludge would build up on the oil pickup and eventually it be blocked and the engine would lose oil pressure. As you say the pickup can be inspected through the oil drain hole, so you should be able to see if there is a problem there. It is worthwhile changing the injector seals every 45,000 km.
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It sounds as if it has been running lean for some reason, and the obvious place to start is with the injectors. You say the dealer checked them and they were found to be ok, so the next step should be to go through the fuel system, the pump and the filters looking for something that has affected the fuel flow. I doubt that it is caused by dirty fuel as you have been told. While you are checking inspect the oil pickup in the sump as there have been problems with fuel leaking into the oil past the injector seals causing deposits to build up in the oil and eventually blocking the oil pickup. It's a long shot because it usually happens at very high kilometres, not 100,000km like yours, but it's worth eliminating as a cause.
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There have been a few issues with the tow bar on Prados and Toyota has been checking and replacing the attaching bolts and replacing the hitch with a genuine Toyota one where the vehicle is fitted with an aftermarket one. The Toyota hitches are rated to handle the weight the Prado is approved to tow.
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Toyota Landcruiser Prado Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Rim |
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GX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 265x65 R17 | Front Rim: 7.5x17 in |
Rear Rim:
7.5x17 in
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GXL (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 265x65 R17 | Front Rim: 7.5x17 in |
Rear Rim:
7.5x17 in
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Grande (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 265x65 R17 | Front Rim: 7.5x17 in |
Rear Rim:
7.5x17 in
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VX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Front Tyre Size: 265x65 R17 | Front Rim: 7.5x17 in |
Rear Rim:
7.5x17 in
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Toyota Landcruiser Prado Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption |
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GX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 3.0L Diesel 6 SP MAN |
Fuel Consumption:
9.2L/100km
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GX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 4.0L ULP 5 SP AUTO |
Fuel Consumption:
13.2L/100km
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GX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 3.0L Diesel 5 SP AUTO |
Fuel Consumption:
9.3L/100km
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GX (4X4)
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Body Type: SUV | Specs: 4.0L ULP 6 SP MAN |
Fuel Consumption:
13.5L/100km
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