2021 Toyota Prado review: Now 500Nm. On & off-road baby Land Cruiser test.
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- Опубликовано: 23 июл 2024
- The Toyota Landcruiser Prado is one of the most popular big SUVs on the market. The 2021 Landcruiser Prado includes a beefed up engine with 500Nm of torque and continues to provide as much technology and features in this top specification Prado Kakadu. Paul Maric reviews the new Toyota Prado to see if it's any good.
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Intro: 00:00
Exterior: 01:21
Interior: 03:03
Infotainment: 04:47
Safety Tech: 06:25
Practicality: 07:08
On-road: 12:54
Off-road: 18:19
Verdict: 22:44
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Out of all car reviews I've watched, your reviews are straight forward and well detailed.
Keep it up man
The way you tie in your good attitude, with informative talking points and functional, yet beautiful cinematography is truly remarkable. Never seen a review as good as this one, well done mate!
We have Paul from Aussie and then we have Matt Watson from England ❤️🥃 these 2 are my favorites🤩
Same bro
booo
There’s also Joe Raiti from Raiti’s rides in the US who I think is a gem
South Africa has Ciro.. His reviews are very nice as well and there's another Australian Tom Baker as well
Ayy 🤯
The best Toyota Prado review video ever, I don't think anyone will top this for some years perhaps. Awesome stuff keep it coming
Nice to Know your Coments Bro as i want one Don’t think it’s called the Prado in the UK I think it’s top of the range is LC5! Brother
"Paul"...One of the best car reviewers on the planet...keep it up buddy 👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you!!
baaaaahahahahaha
@@nickwilson2318 and then??? 😞😞
Is the prado just as good in the sand as the land cruiser? I'm a newbie in Kuwait.
@@Thelilantjr land cruiser is way bigger more capable but the prado is a great affroader too
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, you really do the best vehicle reviews on RUclips. I enjoy the predictable format and your unbiased attitude. Interesting and informative. I’d love to meet you some day to shake your hand...or should that be elbow?
Thank you, mate! Appreciate it :-D once COVID is done we can do a hand shake!
@@CarExpertAus I’d love to.
Is the prado just as good in the sand as the land cruiser? I'm a newbie in Kuwait.
yeah.. look at carwow guy.. He is a fan boy of BMW... He hate Japanese vehicles..I like your true reviews without getting any side...
@@CarExpertAus can I shake your hand too after covid
I am from Philippines, but when I need some intuitive, informative, and honest review, I search for your videos. Good job Sir!
Same here 🇵🇭
Watch Autodeal
You need to set up a channel reviewing trikes then.....
Great reviewer, easy to watch and very informative and eloquent. Love the videos, keep up the great work.
Thank you so much Paul, am hoping to purchase such a Prado very soon and i now have great reviews, all thanx to you!
I ve been waiting for your review before I buy one.. but couldn’t resist.. What took you so long to review on a Prado.. well I got my Kakadu last week and absolutely loving it. Enjoying your videos mate.. keep posting more
How are you finding the ride comfort? I could only get a short ride in one and it rode quite hard and you could feel every bump. Speed bumps were a bang bang affair. What are your thoughts on this. I don’t know what tyre pressure it had, it had 19 inch wheels and a bullbar. I have ordered one and have to wait 6 months but I am worried as to the ride quality. I drive a Mitsubishi challenger atm and the Kakadu seemed to ride harder than that.
Love your reviews mate...no gimmicks and real facts. Keep going
The old man Paul photoshop was excellent. Best reviews on youtube
I’ve been waiting for 150kw prado 0-100 for a while, review is so good, I like how you test 3rd row for all the 7 seaters.
Now it really is a 150 Toyota. Ordered one for myself , hooked
New car has arrived,lots of subtle improvements over 2018 model. Pickup better, quieter inside, and ride much improved. the bounce over speed bumps much softer. The front end looks much better giving the appearance of looking less bulky. Info tainment is so much improved. The TPMS now can register a new sensor and also reset. No more trips to the dealer. Actually I probably think this was done as dealers could not make much money swapping summer, winter tyres.
Kubi Bear same just order a white one, 150kw and apple car play really made me pushed the trigger.
I find Car Expert reviews to be honest and UN-biased. Paul speaks well and comes across in a good way. Good job, keep it up
Maybe I’m old school too but I love the wood grain. Another great review Paul
I also love the 'old school' cream interior.
Yes, the interior looks amazing.
Hi Paul, thanks for your review, I was in the market for 4WD for 6 months, and I am convinced now . I’ve just ordered my new Prado yesterday and I was told it might take upto 7 months wait. I can’t wait to drive my new Prado. I’m excited.. thanks Paul
Hows the prado going Ahmed?
I'm a simple man. I see a Land Cruiser and I hit Like. Nice, crisp review as always mate. God bless you
oh yeah his reviews are fantastic.
Best review.
Next one Land cruiser 200 series please
Randomly just saw your video....what a review....your channel deserves more applause...keep it up ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thank you!
Thank you for the excellent reviews!!!
Great review. You closing verdict was bang on. Thanks
Great review Paul as always
Glad you enjoyed it!
Very comprehensive review Paul. I really appreciate the details you are going to.
I was looking for a SUV since 2020, and had off road capabilities at the back of my head in my search. back in 2020, you could still get the last few Pajeros , and the Prados didn't have the safety pack as standard if my memory was correct. I waited, and in 2022, dis some test driving on the MUX, Subaru forester, Mazda CX-9 and a 2012 LC Prado, and a Pajero as well. For some reason, I was much impressed about the ride on the Prado than any other. Of course the CX-9 was the most comfy ride on the road, however it being petrol, and having AWD was not my thing. Finally I ended up with the legendary LC Prado, and I am happy that I made the right decision. Now the Prado has all the safety features, which was missing, makes night driving and driving in heavy rains in freeways much safer. I went with GXL range to save about 9K, that I didn't really want heated seats, leather seats and the Bose audio (the stock speakers are awesome enough) , but really useful is the side cameras, when parking and off road drives. Looking for a way to install a front grille camera which will be useful for parking, which shouldn't cost more than couple hundred $$.
Another amazing review, second to none!
I hope Paul will review the new Toyota Fortuner.
Another great review loved it my brother just bought a Kakadu horizon and in black as well and loves it but missed out on the tweaked new engine and apple CarPlay
Thanks for the great review. I’ve trawled all your reviews in this class. I just purchased a 2021 GXL. I’ve been looking for a while in this market. Live on the north coast nsw, go to our farm, have 4 kids and do light off road eg national parks, beach. I’ve been driving my R51 Nissan Pathfinder for 14 years and found it great. I narrowed it down to the Everest Basecamp and Prado. I loved the Prado’s “simplicity”. Our teenage boys fit well and perfect to tow our Jayco camper. I’m a middle aged bloke so the tech is perfect for me especially compared to the CD player in the pathy 😉. Cheers.
Mate, you are a natural with reviewing cars...great communication and highly relatable! Keep up the good work
Hi Paul love your detailed car reviews
Can it be any more detailed! Great review Paul, needless to say, as always!!
I own the 2018 model and have just ordered the 2021 with more power, I agree totally with you and have found, in winter turning up the temp by half a degree is all you need to do. The roads in your country seem very straight , but driving on a European mountain road that extra setting on the suspension just tightens up the roll through corners and give you more confidence. Its not mind altering but a subtle change . The extra power will come in very useful when the car is full of holiday stuff and you want to join a motorway or exit a rest stop . The addition of day/night sensors that can pick out people and animals is a big plus. Meeting a Moose that is so very camouflaged at dusk and is bigger than a horse is scary. Happened to me many times.
The demographic of older people who are out spending their children's inheritance is spot on. Toyota has done their homework very well. great revue.
Older people should spend their money, why do they have to leave it just so their kids or grandkids can spend it!
This is an extremely detailed review and i have learnt a lot.. thumbs up!
Excellent review, “sport and sport +”, couldn’t tell, 👏👏
Parking camera extremely poor👏👏👏👏👏
God I love the straightforwardness of this car; honestly don't even care about crappy camera and bit of delay on the display
Another great review💯
Thank you 🤗
This reviewer does a good job on these review videos. I like watching them. Too bad my favorite vehicles are not sold in America.
I feel you mate. Ur living in the US even the Hilux isn't there. Too bad. It would rival against Ford Ranger
You are the best mate. You forgot to mention about the use of hdmi port as promised 😂
Second row drop down screens @ 10:00 minutes
Excellent Video, I want to buy a new Prado, I am from Guatemala it is an option here as well, but this Kakadu option you have in Australia is amazing, I would buy it from Australia but we drive in the left side here hahahah. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching 😁
Bought my 2019 VX model 2 years too early to get 500Nm. But hey, still love my prado with 450Nm. Very happy with it. From the outside it looks exactly the same
wow I like the way you explain and get to the point
Great honest review. Hit the right buttons and doesn't get hung up on touch screens and cupholders.
Love your reviews mate
another home run. appreciate reviews on landcruiser lc200 & lexus lx
I have ordered new prado vx and eagerly awaiting on Paul's review on prado since I placed an order which was on early october. I uesd to come and check his review everyday. I finally got the review. Good Job mate. U are a magician on reviewing cars.
Hi have you received your new VX?
If yes, are you happy with everything?
Thanks
@@waqaskhi76 yes it is a beast by far. I test drived sorento , cx9, pajero sport, but prado by far ticked my boxes. It is good to drive. I love it.
Aren't you disappointed of the interior, especially the blurry 360 camera? I was about to order the Prado but then test drived the cx9 and pajero sport then realised that their interior is ways better than Prado, big screen and no blurry. Then I changed my mind and wait for the all new prado coming sometimes soon instead
@@tomjackson2341 yes..... very true but mate trust me very few vehicle are just better than prado.
Hi Paul really good review. Just for the Prado, when will the next generation come out, is it due next year ?
I have seen many videos, but the way you explain everything in detail is just phenomenal.
Thanks for the review.
Does the new 2021 Diesel 2.8L version have the (factory cooler) for the transmission ? or not yet ?
Cheers mate
Thanks for showing HP and lb ft for North American viewers! We’re so jealous that you guys have a diesel version and 6 speed transmission. The 4 runner is too aged out, you’ve earned yourself a new subscriber
US is missing diesel engines, compensated with v6/v8 utility trucks/Sequoia lineup and rav4 phev. Australia don't have any of them.
Great review as always Paul, a bit disappointing the logs were not wet like when you did the top 10 SUV comparison last year to see how the Prado would go.
Prado is All rounder... And Toyota Quality! That makes it easier buyer's choice then others. Good Vid, Keep up the good work 😎👍
Awesome car. Still have my 2007 Prado 120 4L V6. Watching from Papua New Guinea 👍🏽
HELLO Papua New Guinea!!
(OZ)
Great Paul, I would love to see how does this compare to HAVAL H9!!! I just bought one (2020) and paid $44990. More than happy with it!!!
Great review but I do get a little annoyed with the amount of reviews done on the top of the range models instead of the more common mid-range types. It’d be good if you could mention which features are unique to the Kakadu so people have an idea what the other models have.
Good work as always mate.
Thank you! Cheers! Love your music, by the way.
Love this car. One of my dream car... love to have this beautiful beast.
Excellent video. Thanks for this
This is honestly my dream car!
Great reviews as always...clear and detailed...South Africa gives thumbs-up 👍
Great review, love the attention to details that matter . Most reviews will have 0-60 times, torque, horsepower....only...anywho I still don't have the money 😂
Paul can you do a review of PRADO VX? your reviews are amazing and really helpful
Looking forward to Prado getting the new 3.3D motor probably the most suitable motor for the elephant of a car it is!
High excellence in your every review. Would be grateful, if you make a video about Toyota Harrier 2021...
Definitely the car that you'll transition to once your days of fun with Supra has passed 😁😁......great job with the review!
Think you’ll find the new defender with 400hp would be in that spot
Paul, you have under estimated this vehicle. For those who buy one of these the
smile will never go off your face, and best of all the dollars will stay in your pocket.....they just go and go.
Very nice review. Is there an App to start this vehicle remotely? Also, what name does Toyota use for this top of the range model (Kakadu) outside Australia, like Canada, South America or the Caribbean? Thanks.
Hi paul. What do u think about double shackles increasing comfort in utes.
Is it only the LC Prado that have the 3rd row seat folds down?
Because I don't like how other Toyotas 3rd seat folds up. It block some view when it folded up like in the Toyota Fortuner.
But, indeed a great review Paul and CarExpert.
Great review, better than all others.
One thing not mentioned is the very low payload, especially on the Kakadu. Put on a bullbar, 2nd battery, fridge, roofrack, and 4 people and there's no more (legal) capacity to put in all your camping gear. You need to get a GVM upgrade. Towing just makes staying legal with GVM virtually impossible.
Could you do a comparison with the new Rexton please? I’ve test driven both and have my own thoughts but would like to know how you think they stack up against eachother??
Would you consider this as a cheaper mid level Luxury alternative to the new defender ?
Can you please do a comparison between Prado and Everest?
I had to drive a Prado up to Wauchope NT and then across to Canteen Creek.
For someone who is accustomed to travelling ten of thousands of seal road kilometres in sedans...Falcon, 380 and Optima, I didn't think much of the Prado on the sealed Stuart Highway.
Then we left the sealed road of the Stuart Highway and headed onto Epenarra and then to Canteen Creek and the penny dropped "now I understand the Prado"
One of the great vehicles on the market anywhere in the world.
Thanks for the information I am comparing between prado and pajero as i am a suv s lover what do you think it would be better to rent for one month in travel as family vacation
Hi Paul. I have a 120 series patrol v6. It's reliable as and not much has changed with the new series. Same or similar design and you know what to expect. Been to Stockton sand dunes last weekend and it was very confident and never gave any issues with bogging with 12 psi pressure.
I really like the Prado....and I was on the market to buy one ...however, that back door that swings out was the killer. Is there the option for the door to open up ? same cost and not adding on as an extra ?
As an old-school four wheel driver, I was really disappointed when Toyota dropped the manual transmission from the Prado range. I also appreciate how clever all the new 4wd tech is, but for me the enjoyment I get from off-roading is the challenge and satisfaction from applying skill and experience in solving a complicated track.
Great video by the way.
Awesome review
Wow! just realised that @Paulmaric is a big dude, after seeing him stand next to the Prado. Cheers 🍻
Another review that shows you all you need to know. Great stuff. My only wish is a more thorough off-road segment, so folks can differentiate between vehicles. Thumbs up
Excellent review.
Can you get a 2021 kakadu with the regular 150l fuel tank, and spare attached on rear door, thanks for the review
Yes :-) no cost option.
Will the 2021 Isuzu MUX be coming to Australia? I think you guys will be the only one that can give a proper review
10:27 i love this
Paul- could you do a comparison between the Land Rover discovery sport and the new Prado?
great video keep going
Being a long time 4wd owner, it’s like finger nails down a black board every time I hear a non-4wd owner refer to them as “SUV’s” in Australia. And commenting on how large the mirrors are, it’s clear he doesn’t regularly drive 4wds, not that there’s anything wrong with that. I find sedan & SUV (soft roader) mirrors to be quite small with little visibility through them, but that’s only because I don’t regularly drive them. But you can always pick a non-4wd owner 10 times out of 10 in a car review of one. This occasion was no different. Full credit to him for not faulting the on-road handling/manners on this occasion but I think that is because he drove the Kakadu with KDSS. Car reviewers love to knock how a 4wd handles winding turns. It’s like a “News just in bulletin.”
I love this car that’s why I did upgrade my 2015 Prado with 2021 Prado
Is there a possibility of an LC200 review?
Another great review by the way
The best car in its class. In fact, about the only practical 4x4 left on the market.
Great review Paul. If were to do off-roading I would definitely go for one of these.
Good choice!
The triton gsr is pretty darn good too fyi and 40k less
@@kevinf7471 not as reliable as a Prado though
I rented one years ago and took it to Toolangi State Forest. It was a decent car, but nothing special when it came to off-road capability. My friends would often have to pull me through the mud. You would need at the very least, mud tyres, lift kit, front and rear lockers, and underbody protection. Then if you can do it, add a sway bar disconnect. Otherwise a Jeep Rubicon would be far more capable stock.
@@johnneyish if you see what the forum pages of the new prados, your opinion might change! They're not what they used to be
Good review mate❤️
Only 2 kakadu in Sri Lanka 😕
So is this Kakadu trim level equal to Invincible in Europe?
Just want to be precise on the rare entertainment unit. It is not just a Blu-ray player. it plays blu-ray/SD card. takes input from HDMi port and it is also a WiFi smart display supporting Miracast and DLNA connection with smartphones, talets and digital cameras.
Presently I drove 2014 Landcruiser prado 160kms driven..I purchased 195k Sr ..in Saudi Arabia..I feel its good road presence Engine is really power full absolutely no lag .. Body rolling is very minimal compared to Toyota fortuner ..and No buzzing noise of wind cutting ..which I used to get in Fortuner ..
Off road prado better than fortuner I drove minimum 5 yrs in desert loose sands ..many times I get drifted in fortuner when I drove more than 80kms speed..
2014 I purchase this prado almost 7 yrs not even single complaint I didn't get from this Vehicle ..and yes after 150k km your milage will be maximum 5.72kms per ltr petrol..
Fortuner I drove 300kms..one evening when I coming bk from power plant project Fortuner electronic suddenly stopped entire battery pack completely drain vehicle at 120kms completely no control...just came bk to neutral ..Dynamo stop recharging the battery and bcaz of that entire electronic board which control the steering and other stuff completely shuts off.fortuner called as killer vehicle
When's the review of the facelifted Fortuner gonna come out?
Here in Colombia everybody loves Toyota, especially the prado model, although here the range names are diferente, base model is tx, then there is the txl which is the most common on streets, and finally the vx model, most reliable vehicle in my opinion
Any chance of a new fortuner test ? Looking at purchasing it for my next company car
I don't care how old this is, it's still a good car. Looks good too as well.
You are the best Paul, everything covered and very detailed reviews. Toyota should hire the Korean engineers of Hyundai and Kia. 😆😆😆
Presentation is only getting better Paul! Way to go!
Glad you left caradvice, you should join forces with John of Autoexpert! 😁😁🤙🤙