Toyota introduced the New Land Cruiser Prado in the Indian market. Inheriting the Land Cruiser’s DNA, the new Prado combines the rugged dominance of its Land Cruiser heritage along with the revolutionary technology and sophistication for which Toyota is renowned. The Prado was introduced in the Indian market in 2004 and has raked decent numbers. The fourth generation Prado comes with many exterior changes and also gets more equipment inside.
The 2013 Prado comes with the following changes:
- New Design Front Grille, Bumper, Fog Lamps, Head Lamps & Rear Combination Lamp
- New Design Rear License Plate Garnish
- LED Headlamps & DRLs (Daytime Running Lamps)
- The interior enhancements of the new Prado include:
- Crawl Control (a system that makes accelerator and brake operations unnecessary when driving over jagged off-road terrain or on slippery surfaces, enabling the driver to concentrate fully on Steering)
- Multi-Terrain Select (a system that allows you to choose between various road condition modes- Rock; Rock and Dirt; Mogul; Loose Rock; and Mud & Sand)
- Multi-Terrain Monitor (used in conjunction with Multi-Terrain system to provide a clear view of the surroundings)
- Display Audio with 7″ Screen & New Design Optitron Metre
- Second Row Seat Heater
- Ornamental Changes in the Centre Console- Upper, Centre and Rear
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (safety feature)
The Prado is powered by the same 3.0 D-4D Diesel with Intercooler Turbocharger engine and develops max power of 173 PS @ 3400 rpm and max torque of 410 Nm @ 1600-2800 rpm.
The new Prado is available in five exciting colours- White Pearl Crystal Shine, Silver Metallic, Grey Metallic, Dark Blue Metallic and Black along with two interior colors (Flaxen & Black) which provides an option of a combination of dark exteriors and lighter interiors or vice versa.
Exterior Features
- ORVM [ Outside Rear View Mirrors ] with Electrical Adjust, Electric Fold, LED Turn Signal Indicator
- Projector-type Auto Headlamps [ LED ] with Headlamp Washer
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Body Coloured Door Handles, Chrome Back Door Garnish
- Front / Rear Fog Lamps
- Moonroof [ Electric Tilt & Slide ]
- Aero-Stabilizing Fins on ORVM Base and Rear Combination Lamps
- Rear Spoiler [ with Integrated High Mount Stop Lamp ]
- Roof Rails
Interior Features
- Genuine Leather* Upholstery
- Genuine Leather* & Wood-like finish Steering Wheel
- Optitron Combimeter with Illumination control
- Electro Chromic Auto Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
- Front Seat with Seat Heater, Power adjust (D.Side – 8-way with Memory, P.Side – 4-way)
- 2nd Row: Outer Seats with Seat Heater, Centre Armrest with Cup Holder, 60:40 Walk-in, Seat Slide, 40:20:40 Split Folding Seatback
- 3rd Row: 50:50 Split-Fold [ Power fold ]
- Illuminated Entry System (Door, Side Steps, Cabin)
- Assist Grips (Roof & Pillar)
- Console Box Cooling
- Overhead storage console with Conversation mirror
- Extendable Sunvisor (with Vanity mirror & Illumination)
- Power Outlet 220V AC (1 No.), 12V DC (2 Nos.)
Comfort & Convenience
- Automatic Climate Control with 3 zone independent control (with Rear Temperature Control)
- Steering wheel with Audio, MID & Bluetooth Switches
- Power Steering with Variable Speed Assist
- Power Door Lock with Auto Speed Lock
- Electric Tilt & Telescopic Steering Column
- Power Windows with Auto Up/Down and Jam Protection on all windows
- Smart Entry with Start/Stop Button
- Multi Information Display [ TFT Screen ]
- Parking Assist System [Back Guide Monitor, 4 Back Sonars & 4 Clearance Sonars ]
- Cruise Control
- Display Audio with Touch-Screen, 6CD, AM/FM, 9 Speakers, USB, Aux-in
- Tailgate & Openable Glass [ Smart-Entry Linked ]
- DAC (Downhill Assist Control)
- HAC (Hill-start Assist Control)
- Rear Wiper & Defogger with Timer
- Safety & Security
- ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) and BA (Brake Assist)
- 7 SRS Airbags:Driver,Passenger,Driver Side Passenger Side,Driver Knee,Curtain Side Airbags
- Whiplash Injury Lessening (WIL) Headrests (Front only)
- Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)
- Tyre Pressure Monitoring System [ TPMS ]
- Immobiliser
Off-Road Features
- Crawl Control [ 5 – Speed Select ]
- Multi Terrain Select [ MTS ]
- Multi Terrain Monitor [ 4 Camera Surround Check ]
- Approach / Departure Angle:31° / 25°
- Wading Depth:0.7 m
Bookings for the New Prado have started and the SUV is priced at Rs. 84,87,000 (ex-showroom Delhi)
