120 Series Toyota Prado Vs Toyota Kluger

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I put this page up so that you can compare the Toyota Prado to the Toyota Kluger or Highlander in the US. If you are shopping for a large family car than can also go off road than the Kluger should definitely be on the shopping list.

The Kluger does not have a Lexus equivalent which is strange considering that they share the same V6 petrol engine. As a stand alone model it strangely still has few direct competitors from other manufacturers.

The Prado Vs Kluger comparison also reveals that it is quite a large car although have completely different design. The Kluger can be purchased a 2WD (front) or the AWD version. Furthermore in many parts of the world the Kluger is available as a 4 cylinder petrol  engine. Interestingly the 4 cylinder Prado uses the same 4 cylinder engine as the Kluger in other parts of the world.

Both vehicles are very similar in size but the interior packaging in the Kluger is much more car like. Despite the actual measurements the Kluger feels cramped in comparison.
 


Toyota Kluger
VS
120 Series Toyota Prado

The Kluger is clearly a city based SUV rather than a true off road one. So if you want off-road capability the Prado is the pick whilst if you you spend most of your time on road than the Kluger is the pick. That said the Kluger does not handle as well a decent station wagon. However it is smooth and very quiet to drive, like Prado but without proper off-road abilities.

It's exterior design is up to date and at the same time conservative and will appeal to most.  Infinitely better than the original model.  The interior likewise looks well put together and looks like they'll last.  It's not European luxury car quality but it's not that bad either. Of note is that all models have the full range of air bags and other safety equipment.

Lots of equipment on most of the range but the top range model doesn't have much more for the extra money. Also considering the Kluger is at least 5 years newer design than the Prado it does not show.

We'd probably pick the Kluger if we didn't go off road.


 

 


Last known pricing (RRP)

NOT including on roads, discounts etc...
AUGUST 2010

120 Series Toyota Prado
2009 $47,100 - 79,500 AUD

Toyota Kluger
2009 $43,785 - 64,974 AUD
 

Landcruiser Prado Toyota Kluger

Engines  
1GR-FE
V6 Petrol
Quad Cam with VVTi EFI
4 Litre (3956cc)
Claimed 179Kw @ 5200RPM
Claimed 376Nm @ 3800RPM (Auto)
Claimed 343Nm @ 2400-2800RPM (5 Manual)


1KD-FTV
IL4 DOHC Turbo-charged
Direct Injection - Common Rail
3 Litre (2982cc)
Claimed 127Kw @ 3400RPM
Claimed 410Nm @ 1600RPM

1KZ-TE (2003-2006)
IL4 Turbo-charged Diesel EFI
Single Cam
3 Litre (2982cc)
Claimed 96Kw 3600RPM
Claimed 343Nm 2000RPM (Auto & Manual)
 

2GR-FE
V6 Petrol
DOHC VVTi EFI
3.5 Litre (3456cc)
Claimed 201Kw @ 6200RPM
Claimed 337Nm @ 4700RPM


2TR-FE
IL4 Cylinder Petrol
DOHC VVTi EFI
2.7 Litre (2694cc)
Claimed 118Kw @ 5200RPM
Claimed 241Nm @ 3800RPM

Weight  
Kerb weight 1900-2190 Kg
Towing capacity up to 2500Kg
1840-2030Kg
Towing capacity up to 2000kg
Fuel capacity & consumption  
180 litres (This is not an error)
V6 Petrol 13.5 litres per 100km
IL4 Diesel 9.3 litres per 100km
72 litres
V6 Petrol 11.6 litres per 100km
 
Other specifications  
5 Speed Auto or 6 speed manual
Overall height/Overall width 1905/1875
Overall length/Wheelbase 4850/2790
NCAP safety rating 4/5
5 speed Auto
Overall height/width 1760/1910
Overall length/wheelbase 4785/2790
NCAP safety rating 5/5
Capability  
Angle of: (degrees)
Approach 32
Departure 27
Minimum ground clearance 205mm
Angle of: (degrees)
Approach ???
Departure ???
Minimum ground clearance 206mm
Performance  
Prado performance figures  
Pricing  
2009 $47,100 - 79,500 AUD
*Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc...
 
2009 $43,785 - 64,974 AUD
*Always check with the dealer for up to date pricing and specials accessories etc...


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