By Theodore Opara

Though a facelift, the new Land Cruisers Prado has turned out to be one of the prettiest rides in its segment. With a heritage that dates back over half a century, the Land Cruiser’s unrivalled off-road performance and durability have earned it a rock-solid reputation for reliability.

And now-inheriting the pedigree of its predecessors while simultaneously realising superior on-road performance and interior versatility at a high level, Land Cruiser Prado takes a major step forward.” This is how Toyota Motor Corporation sees the new Land Cruiser Prado that is ruling the sport utility vehicle segment.

With the rugged strength of an off-road leader and an exterior that achieves the summit of refinement, Prado has a distinctive individuality that harmonies magnificently with urban life.

Powered by a 4.0 litre V6 petrol engine with dual VVTi and roller-rocker arm, the Prado delivers unrivaled performance in its class. Prado’s five-speed super intelligent ECT automatic transmission adds to its excellent performance on the road. The sporty and smooth-shifting multi-mode sequential five-speed super intelligent ECT also features AI-shift, which automatically switches shifting patterns according to road conditions and driver intent.

Toyota’s superior technology reflects all around the Prado, thereby guarantying a superior and robust ride. Even in narrow streets and tight corners, Prado’s smooth, nimble handling assures driving ease that makes you not feel the vehicle size. Features like multi-terrain select, multi-terrain anti-lock braking system with electronic brake-force distribution, multi-terrain monitor, steering angle, terrain electronic display, crawl control in the Prado are better experienced than imagined.

For instance, on-road or off-road, Land Cruiser Prado’s advanced suspension system and frame structure assures outstanding performance that exceeds expectations. Prado’s electronic controlled Kinetic Dynamic suspension system helps keep all tyres on the ground when tackling off-road driving. The Kinetic Dyn amic suspension system also suppresses body roll during on-road driving.

Other features like electronically modulated rear air suspension plus adaptive variable suspension system as well as the full-time all-wheel drive system with Torsen limited differential stand the Prado out in its class.

The Prado is a class leader when it comes to comfort. Its distinctively comfortable and spacious cabin assures the satisfaction of all on board. For instance, the advanced multi-information display presents a wide range of information in an easy to understand form for enhanced driving convenience. An instrument panel of quality construction, arranged in a horizontal-vertical layout of functional simplicity that makes it easy to understand vehicle tilt when driving off-road, brings the superior practicality of 4WD performance to life.

Automatic air-conditioning with dial-type controls offers three-zone independent temperature adjustment, leather seats, smart entry and start system, EMV-type 14 speaker premium sound system external audio input all standard and features in the new Prado.

The Prado is package with versatility to meet all need. You can get convenient features and seat configuration flexibility that can satisfy the needs of a diverse range of life style situations.

The Prado has leading edge in safety as a result of its advance technology. Some of the technologies include vehicle stability control, SRS airbags, pedestrian protection, crash safety, active headrests, adaptive front-lighting system and headlight intensity discharge lamps, to mention just a few.